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Do we get paid while doing PhD in India?
Candidates admitted to the PhD programme (regular) are eligible for a monthly stipend from MHRD of INR 31,000 for the first two years and a monthly stipend of INR 35,000 for the next three years; after five years, they are eligible for a monthly financial assitance of INR 12,000 for one year.
What is done after PhD?
After a PhD, you may have PhD post-doc position or some Visiting Scientist positions in some Universities. What is more important, you must remain more active and productive to achieve your Professor grade which is more indicative.
What are the most common problems faced by PhD students?
One of the most common problems for PhD students is the feeling of isolation. PhD candidates often work alone, having few, or sometimes no other people on their project, this while friends may be working in offices and in teams, enjoying a far more social side to the 9-5.
What is the academic year of a PhD student in India?
The Indian academic year usually runs from May to July. As a PhD student you will normally complete coursework and other training within this teaching period. However, your research project will be ongoing.
What are the different types of PhDs available in India?
Most Indian universities award the standard PhD as an academic research doctorate. Some also provide other qualifications, including more specialised doctorates: Fellow Programme in Management (FPM) – A PhD-level qualification usually offered by Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs).
Why should I get in contact with other PhD students?
Many a PhD student has been distressed by a well-meaning relative asking when they will be finished with their PhD and get a real job. This is another reason to get in contact with other PhD students, who can understand your stresses you are experiencing and give you the support you need.