Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Public Administration Admission 2026 - Top University in Aligarh, UP

A PhD in Public Administration Admission 2026 at Mangalayatan University is related to public governance and administrative studies, contributing to the understanding and improvement of public sector management, policy formulation, and governance systems. This program emphasises research, analysis, and development related to public administration and public policy.

A doctorate in Public Administration field involves organization, management and functioning of government institutions and public services. The PhD in Public Administration includes a wide range of research areas such as public policy analysis, administrative theory, governance and development, public financial management, human resource administration, local governance, e-governance and comparative public administration. The scope of research in this field is broad, and students get the chance to examine complex social, political and economic challenges and propose innovative & research based solutions to improve public service delivery.

The PhD programme in Public Administration prepares students to analyze administrative challenges and develop innovative solutions with improved efficiency, transparency and accountability in government institutions. The program further inculcates abilities in students to influence public policy, improve governance systems, and contribute to sustainable societal development. It is ideal for those who are passionate about public service and intend to shape the future of administration and governance.

During the PhD Public Administration course, the initial focus is on research methodology and then progresses to independent research under a supervisor. After completion of research, students publish their findings in academic journals and present their work at conferences. A degree is awarded after successful submission and defence of a doctoral thesis.

Registration Open for January Session 2026

Important Dates

Last Date of Application Form Submission: 15th January 2026

Date of Entrance Examination: 25th January 2026

Exam Mode: Online (Webcam-enabled, remote proctored exam)

Eligibility Criteria for PhD in Public Administration Admission

To apply for the Ph.D. in Public Administration program at Mangalayatan University, candidates must meet the following criteria:

Master's degree with at least 55% marks (5% relaxation for SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS/Differently-Abled).
4-year Bachelor's degree holders after implementation of NEP 2020 must have a minimum of 75% marks.
M.Phil. holders and candidates with UGC-NET/CSIR/GATE qualification are eligible for admission without entrance exams.
Foreign nationals must have a valid research visa and necessary government approvals. The university should be enlisted in AIU and subject equivalency certificate should be avail for the same.

Admissions are governed by UGC’s (Minimum Standards and Procedure for Award of Ph.D. Degrees) Regulations, 2018 (1st Amendment).

Ph.D. Public Administration Entrance Exam Fees & Application Process

Application Fee

₹1,500/- (non-refundable)

Application Process

Online Mode:

Step - 1

Step - 2

Fill Application Form Online

Step - 3

Pay Application Fee

Offline Mode:

Application Form can be downloaded from Offline Application form
Offline Mode Payment: DD in Favour of "Finance Officer Mangalayatan University" payable at Aligarh/ NEFT/ Cash Deposit

Doctorate in Public Administration Course Duration as per UGC norms.(Full-Time & Part-Time)

The Ph.D admission in the Public Administration program at Mangalayatan University, Aligarh, is available in both full-time and part-time modes, offering flexibility for scholars and working professionals.

Full-Time Ph.D.: Minimum 3 years and Maximum 8 years for male and 10 years for female with extension approval including coursework, research, and thesis submission.
Part-Time Ph.D. Minimum 3 years and Maximum 8 years for male and 10 years for female with extension approval including coursework, research, and thesis submission.

Note - Duration is as per UGC guidelines and may vary based on research progress.

Ph.D in Public Administration Admission Fees Structure

Fee Type	Year 1	Year 2	Year 3	Total
Program Fee (INR)	90,000	90,000	90,000	2,70,000
Registration Fees One Time (INR)	5000	-	-	5000/
Coursework & Synopsis Fee	10000	-	-	10000/
Thesis Submission & Viva Fee	-	-	20000	20000/
Total Fees	1,05,000	90,000	1,10,000	3,05,000

^*Special Concession - 10% Relaxation for Women/ Differently Abled/ Spouse, Children of Indian Army Service Men

Career Scope and Job Opportunities after a PhD in Public Administration Degree Program

A PhD in Public Administration program opens a wide range of career opportunities in several key sectors. A few of them are listed below:

Career Role	Description	Typical Employers / Sectors
Political Analyst, Public Policy Analyst	Researching and analyzing political trends, government policies, and government programs	Media houses and research institutes, Government agencies, NGOs
Lecturer / Assistant Professor	Teaching political science, supervising research and designing curriculum	Colleges and Universities
Civil Services Officer	Government administration after cracking UPSC or State PSC.	Central & state government departments.
Journalist / Political Correspondent	Reporting after analyzing political events, elections and governance issues.	Newspapers, TV channels and digital media houses.
Public Relations Officer (PRO)	Managing communications between organizations and the public.	Corporations, political parties and government bodies
NGO Program Coordinator, Social Worker / Community Manager	Designing and managing social development programs and welfare schemes.	NGOs, CSR teams
Legislative Assistant	Supporting political parties with research, drafting and analysis of bills.	Parliament, state legislature offices.
Content Writer / Academic Writer	Writing political analysis, textbooks, blogs and educational content.	Publishing houses, etc.

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