Doctoral program

The IIM Shillong Doctoral Program (PhD in Management) is a prestigious, research-driven program designed to build academic scholars and industry researchers. It is a four-year residential program focused on advanced research, interdisciplinary learning, and global exposure in management domains.

Candidates applying for the IIM Shillong PhD program must hold a master’s degree with minimum required marks or equivalent qualifications like CA, ICWA, or CS. Valid scores from exams like GATE, GRE, GMAT, or UGC-NET are also accepted for admission.

The IIM Shillong PhD program offers diverse specializations such as Marketing, Finance, Economics, Operations, Information Systems, Organizational Behaviour, and Strategy. These domains provide strong research opportunities aligned with industry trends and academic excellence.

The IIM Shillong Doctoral Program typically spans four years, including rigorous coursework, research training, and dissertation work starting from the third year. The structure ensures strong theoretical grounding and practical research contributions in management.

IIM Shillong offers financial assistance including fellowships, contingency grants, and research funding for conferences and seminars. Scholars receive support throughout the program to encourage high-quality research output and academic development.

The admission process for the IIM Shillong Doctoral Program involves application submission, shortlisting based on academic profile and test scores, followed by a personal interview. Final selection depends on research aptitude, academic background, and overall performance.