PhD
Doctor of Philosophy
Top Ranked PhD Colleges in India — NIRF 2025
The National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) ranks colleges offering Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) based on teaching, research, graduation outcomes, outreach, and perception. Below are the top 8 NIRF-ranked colleges for PhD in India. Fees at these ranked colleges range from ₹10,000 to ₹2.50 LPA.
| NIRF Rank | College | Type | Total Fees | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 |
Indian Institute of Technology Madras
Chennai, Tamil Nadu |
Government | ₹250,000 | View |
| #1 |
Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad
Ahmedabad, Gujarat |
Government | ₹250,000 | View |
| #1 |
All India Institute of Medical Sciences New Delhi
New Delhi, Delhi |
Government | ₹10,000 | View |
| #1 |
National Law School of India University Bangalore
Bangalore, Karnataka |
Government | - | View |
| #1 |
Indian Institute of Science Bangalore
Bangalore, Karnataka |
Government | ₹140,000 | View |
| #2 |
Indian Institute of Technology Delhi
New Delhi, Delhi |
Government | ₹250,000 | View |
| #2 |
Indian Institute of Management Bangalore
Bangalore, Karnataka |
Government | ₹250,000 | View |
| #2 |
Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research
Puducherry, Puducherry |
Government | ₹10,000 | View |
About NIRF Rankings
The National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) was launched by the Ministry of Education, Government of India. Colleges are evaluated on five broad parameters: Teaching, Learning & Resources (TLR), Research and Professional Practice (RP), Graduation Outcomes (GO), Outreach and Inclusivity (OI), and Peer Perception. NIRF rankings are widely regarded as the most authoritative government ranking for higher education institutions in India.