- Home
- Doctoral Programs
- PhD in English
Doctor of Philosophy
Duration
- 3-6 Years
Eligibility
The minimum qualifications for admission into a Ph. D. Program are:
- The minimum qualifications for admission to the PhD Program are a Master's Degree with 55% marks
The PhD in English in the Faculty of Liberal Arts at The ICFAI University, Himachal Pradesh, is a rigorous and intellectually enriching programme designed to foster advanced scholarship, original research, and critical inquiry into the diverse domains of literature, language, and cultural studies. It aims to cultivate scholars who can contribute meaningfully to academic knowledge, engage with contemporary debates, and produce high-quality research that reflects both disciplinary depth and interdisciplinary openness. Rooted in strong theoretical foundations and emerging perspectives in the humanities, the programme invites scholars to explore a wide range of fields, including literary theory, postcolonial studies, gender studies, comparative literature, linguistics, digital humanities, cultural studies, and literature across historical periods and genres.
The programme encourages independent thinking, methodological sophistication, and sustained engagement with texts, contexts, and critical paradigms. Through coursework, seminars, and regular research interactions, scholars develop a nuanced understanding of research methodologies, scholarly writing, and academic ethics. The supervision model ensures close mentorship under qualified faculty members, fostering a productive research environment that supports innovation, reflection, and academic rigour.
The PhD in English prepares scholars for diverse academic and professional pathways. Graduates may pursue careers in higher education, research institutions, publishing, cultural organizations, media, or interdisciplinary areas where analytical thinking, writing skills, and interpretive expertise are valued. With an increasing emphasis on digital literacy and global perspectives, the programme also equips researchers to engage with evolving technological tools, emerging research trends, and the expanding landscape of literary and linguistic studies.
Above all, the programme nurtures a community of thinkers committed to expanding the horizons of knowledge and contributing to meaningful academic and social discourses. It offers an enriching journey for those passionate about exploring the power of language, literature, and culture in shaping human experience and understanding the world.
| Sr. No. | Course Title | Course Code | Course Type | Credits | L | T | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Research Methodology | ENGCW01 | Core | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 2 | Contemporary Critical Approaches | ENGCW02 | General | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 3 | Research and Publication Ethics | ENGCW03 | General | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 4 | Seminar | ENGCW04 | General | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 12 | 12 | 0 | 0 | |||
The Admission Modalities are with reference to the Ph.D Program offered by the ICFAI University, Himachal Pradesh. The medium of instruction is English.
Eligibility Criteria
- Ph.D. in English: The minimum qualifications for admission to the PhD Program are a Master's Degree with 55% marks or equivalent grade/CGPA or an equivalent qualification as recognized by the University, or with 50% aggregate marks for those belonging to the SC/ST category. The University shall admit Applicants to the PhD Program through an Entrance Test to be conducted by the University. The Applicants who have qualified the UGC-NET/ SET/ CSIR-NET/SLET/GPAT /CLAT/ GATE Examination with a valid score (3 Years) or as prescribed by the UGC/ the concerned Regulatory Bodies shall be exempted from the Entrance Test.
The admissions are made through IU HP application form. Eligible applicants are required to apply for the program by filling the Application Form.
All the final year students who have not received the original certificates from the Board/ Universities by August 03, 2026 will be admitted provisionally. Their admission will be confirmed subject to their passing the qualifying examination and meeting the minimum requirements as indicated above.
The registration of the applicants not meeting the minimum eligibility criteria by September 17, 2026 will be cancelled and only 50% of the semester fee will be refunded after notifying the cancellation of the seat by the University. Those students who apply for cancellation of their seat on or before August 03, 2026, Rs. 1,000 will be deducted as Administrative charges and rest of the amount paid will be refunded.
The applicants will have to go through a personal interview at the campus. This is to determine the students’ attitude and motivation to pursue the program. All original certificates including the Domicile certificate, Caste Category (in case of SC/ST/OBC students) should be produced for verification at the time of interview. The original certificates will be returned after verification.
The admission decision will be communicated after the interview process. All the selected students required to pay an amount of Rs. 10,000 towards confirmation of seat which will be adjusted in the first semester program fee.
There shall be a special provision for admission of students belonging to the State of Himachal Pradesh in any program of the University, which shall not be less than 25 (twenty-five) percent of seats in each course/discipline subject to the students meeting the minimum qualifying requirements referred to above.
Students interested can apply by any one of the following methods:
-
online Application
Applicants can apply online by filling up the Application Form available at www.iuhimachal.edu.in and make payment of RS. 500 towards online Registration charges by using Credit / Debit Card (Visa / Master Card/ Citibank Card) or Internet banking option using secure internet payment gateway. Applicants applying online should attach their scanned colour photograph along with the Online Application. The Prospectus will be sent to such applicants.
-
Fill the Application Form
Applicants can fill in the application form and send it to the Admissions Office.
The students are advised to read the guidelines carefully before completing the Application Form for Admission.
Application Form
- Please make sure that you meet the eligibility criteria before f illing up the Application Form.
- Fill the Application Form in CAPITAL LETTERS.
- Provide all available necessary information under appropriate sections.
- Make sure to sign the Application Form.
- Retain a photocopy of the completed Application Form
- Enclose a Bank Demand Draft of Rs. 500 drawn in favour of “The ICFAI University, Himachal Pradesh - Fee Collection A/c” payable at Baddi, Himachal Pradesh.
Students have to enclose self-attested copies of the following certificates
- Date of Birth Certificate /Class X Certificate
- Marks sheets of Class XII / Diploma / Graduation Degree Certificate.
- Score card of JEE (Main) / HPCET 2026 for B.Tech and qualifying exam for MBA.
- Domicile Certificate.
- Caste Category (In case SC/ST/OBC students).
- Any other certificates pertaining to academic and other activities
Students have to submit following original certificates
- Migration Certificate
- Character Certificate
Students have to submit the following affidavit:
- Gap Year Affidavit (In case of gap in studies)
- Anti-Ragging Affidavit (Compulsory).
Note: Students have to submit five passport size photographs along with the application form.
The completed Application Form for Admission may be submitted at:
Admissions Office:
The ICFAI University, Himachal Pradesh
University Campus, # 5, HIMUDA Education Hub,
Kalujhanda, P.O Mandhala, Via Barotiwala, Baddi,
Solan District, Himachal Pradesh - 174 103
E-mail: admissions@iuhimachal.edu.in
Website: www.iuhimachal.edu.in
The Students will have to pay the Program Fee at the beginning of each Semester as per the due dates which will be indicated in the Fee Schedule. The First Semester fee is to be paid on or before July 31, 2026
|
Research Programs |
||||
|
Research Programs (Full Time) ** |
Years |
Program Fee Per Semester |
Total Program Fee (03 Years) |
Caution Deposit (Refundable) |
|
Ph.D. in English |
- |
40,000 |
2,40,000 |
10,000 |
*(1) Fees as applicable will be charged at the time of Admission. (2) Any Existing/ Proposed Courses for the Academic Session 2026-27 are subject to approval by the concerned Bodies.
** Extra Ph.D. Fee shall be charged on per year basis after the completion of the 03 Year period subject to seeking extension.
Alumni Membership and Convocation Fee
(to be paid One Time at the end of the last Semester):
| Item | Fee |
| Alumni Membership Fee | Rs. 1,500 |
| Convocation Fee | Rs. 3,000 |
The Hostel accommodation is available for the Girls in the University Campus. The University also has empaneled Hostel/s for Boys nearby, outside the Campus.
Hostel Fee Structure for the Academic Session 2026-27
| Type of occupancy | Single occupancy (Per Month) | Double occupancy (Per Month) | others (Per Month) | Caution Deposit (Refundable) |
| Charges | Rs. 4,500 | Rs. 3,500 | Rs. 3,000 | Rs. 8,000 |
Hostel Mess Charges for Girls: All Hostellers have to pay Rs. 4,500 per month (fixed) as Mess charges
Transport facility is available for the Students travelling from the surrounding areas to the Campus on a payment basis. Fee as applicable will be charged at the time of Admission.
The University follows the Semester system for all its Program. Each Academic Year consists of two Semesters. Continuous Evaluation is done on the basis of attendance, class tests, monthly tests, mid semester tests (MSTs), assignments, case studies, practicals, presentations, projects, viva-voce and quizzes etc., along with an End-Semester Examination which is conducted at the end of each Semester.
The Academic Structure of each Program provides the Students with an opportunity to choose the elective Courses from the bouquet of the Courses offered in a Program by the University. The actual offering of the electives will, however, depend on an optimal number of Students opting for an elective. It is up to the University to offer or not to offer a particular elective Course.
Scholarships are provided to the Meritorious Students.
After the successful completion of the Program, the Students will be awarded a Degree in their respective discipline by the University as per the Rules/ Regulations of the University.