When do admissions for Mahindra University 2026 open?

Admissions for 2026 are now open for undergraduate (UG), postgraduate (PG), and PhD programs. Students can apply online through the official university website.

What are the eligibility requirements for UG programs?

Students must have completed 10+2 or equivalent from a recognised board with 60 to 80% marks, depending on the course. Some programs also need national or university entrance test scores, and shortlisted candidates may have interviews.

How can a candidate apply for admission in PG programs?

PG applicants need a recognised bachelor’s degree. Admission may be based on national exams or university tests, along with interviews. Final-year students can also apply.

Are there any entrance tests conducted by Mahindra University?

Yes. For law programs, students take MULET 2026. For hospitality, MUHET 2026 is conducted. For MBA, students can take MUMET if candidates don’t have CAT, GMAT, or GRE scores.

How much application fee is required to apply at this University?

The application amount required to apply for this university is INR 1,000.

Mahindra University Hyderabad Admissions 2026

Admissions for the 2026 academic session at Mahindra University are now open for undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral programs. All the students who are interested in taking the admission must submit their applications online through the official university portal or by visiting the Admissions Office in person. It is advisable to applicants that they should apply early to secure their seats. The candidates should carefully complete all the required steps within the given timeline to ensure a smooth admission process. For most of the programs, the classes start in the middle of August.

For undergraduate programs, such as B.Tech, BBA, BA‑LL.B., BBA‑LL.B., B.Tech Computation & Media, BJMC, B.Des, and BBA (Hons.) in Hospitality Management, applicants must have completed 10+2 or equivalent from a recognised board. Most of the programs require a minimum percentage in 10+2, generally between 60% to 80%, that varies on the course. Admission also requires valid entrance exam scores such as JEE Main, SAT, ACT, CLAT, LSAT or the university specific tests. The candidates who are shortlisted will be called for the interviews or additional assessments.

For postgraduate programs including MBA, MTech, MA, LLM, MDes, and MSc, candidates must hold a recognised bachelor’s degree. Admissions are based on national test scores such as CAT, GMAT or GRE, or through the Mahindra university specific entrance tests and interviews. Final‑year or awaiting‑result students can also apply, provided they submit proof of degree completion when required.

For PhD programs, applicants must hold a relevant master’s degree (or equivalent) with the required minimum marks. Some PhD disciplines may also consider valid national test scores like GATE or NET, followed by the university’s entrance test and interview.

For programmes such as BA-LL.B. (Hons.), BBA-LL.B. (Hons.), and B.Tech-LLB, Mahindra University conducts the Mahindra University Law Entrance Test (MULET) 2026 as an alternative for candidates without valid CLAT or LSAT scores.

For BBA in Hospitality Management, the university conducts the Mahindra University Hospitality Entrance Test (MUHET) 2026, which assesses the aptitude, communication skills, reasoning ability and service orientation followed by group discussion and interview rounds.

For admission in MBA programs, students who don’t have CAT, GMAT or GRE scores can take the Mahindra University MBA Entrance Test (MUMET). This test checks quantitative skills, verbal ability, logical reasoning, and business knowledge. Shortlisted candidates will be called for interviews. The university also offers MULET (for law) and MUHET (for hospitality) as alternative ways to get admission besides national-level exams.

All the interested students must apply through the official university admission portal and complete all steps before the deadline. All admissions at Mahindra University require an entrance exam scorecard, and some are merit based. This aims to select students with strong academic skills and good leadership potential. All information about eligibility, important dates, and how to fill out the application form is available on the official university website. It is recommended that students apply as early as possible and complete every step of the application process carefully.

Mahindra University Hyderabad Eligibility Criteria 2026

Mahindra University Hyderabad has clearly defined eligibility rules for Undergraduate, Postgraduate and PhD programs for the 2026 academic year.

For UG programs, students must have completed 10+2 from a recognised board with 60 to 80% marks, depending on the course. Engineering applicants must have studied Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics. All the candidates need to submit valid scores such as JEE Main, SAT and ACT. Law programs require CLAT, LSAT, or the university entrance test. Some programs like Design and Hospitality may require national level entrance scores, portfolios, group discussions and interviews.

For Postgraduate programs, applicants must hold a recognised bachelor’s degree with at least 55 to 60% marks. Admission may require national-level entrance scores such as GATE, CAT, GMAT, GRE, or CLAT (PG), or a university-level test followed by an interview. Final-year students may apply provisionally.

For PhD programs, candidates must have a relevant master’s degree with at least 55%–60% marks (or a strong B.Tech record in some specific engineering courses). Admission is generally based on the entrance test and followed by a personal interview.

For applying to the Working professionals program, the applicants must be employed professionals with a Diploma or a BTech in Civil Engineering, having at least 60% marks. Diploma holders should have a minimum of two years of work experience after completing their diploma, while BTech graduates should have at least one year of work experience after graduation.

Overall, the eligibility criteria is based on academic performance, relevant subject background and a valid entrance exam scores. Applicants must complete all requirements before the given deadlines.

Level	Course Name	Duration	Eligibility Criteria
Undergraduate	B.Tech	4 Years	Candidates must have qualified in JEE (MAIN) 2026 and be eligible for JEE Advanced or secured a top All India Rank in JEE (MAIN), or have a valid SAT Subject Test score of at least 1800 in Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry, or a valid SAT Test score of at least 800, or a valid ACT score with a minimum composite of 18. In addition, candidates must have at least 60% in 10+2 from a recognized board. Those who have completed Class 12 under IB, Cambridge, or any other international curriculum must submit a UGC Equivalence Certificate by 30 August 2026, failing which their admission will be cancelled.
	Bachelor's of Business Administration	3 Years	Candidates must have completed 10+2 or equivalent from any recognised board with 80%, or an equivalent grade for students from IB or other approved boards. Students with valid SAT or CUET scores will also be considered, though these are not mandatory. Shortlisted candidates will have to appear for a panel interview. For BBA (Applied Economics & Finance) and BBA (Computational Business Analytics), Mathematics in 12th grade is mandatory.
	Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Law (Honors)	5 Years	Candidates must have completed 10+2 or equivalent from any recognized board with 60% (or as per AICTE/UGC norms) or an equivalent grade for students from IB or other approved boards. In addition, candidates must have either a valid CLAT 2026 score (exact cutoff or rank will be announced with results), a valid LSAT score, or have qualified in the Mahindra University Law Entrance Test (MULET 2026).
	Bachelor of Business Administration and Bachelor of Law (Honors)	5 Years	Candidates must have completed 10+2 or equivalent from a recognized board with 60% (or as per AICTE/UGC norms) or an equivalent grade for IB or other approved boards. They must also have either a valid CLAT 2026 score (cutoff/All India Rank will be announced), a valid LSAT score, or have qualified in the Mahindra University Law Entrance Test (MULET 2026).
	B.Tech Computation and Media (BTCM)	4 Years	Candidates must have either qualified in JEE (MAIN) 2026 and be eligible for JEE Advanced, secured a top All India Rank in JEE (MAIN) 2026, scored a minimum 80% or equivalent grade in Mathematics, Physics & Chemistry in 10+2 from a recognized board, or have a valid SAT Subject/SAT/ACT score. Shortlisted candidates will have to appear for a panel interview. Students admitted through JEE, SAT, or ACT must also have at least 60% in 10+2 from a recognized board.
	Bachelor of Journalism & Mass Communication	3 Years	Candidates must have completed 10+2 or equivalent from a recognized board with 80% (or equivalent grade for IB or other approved boards). Students with valid SAT or CUET scores may also be considered, though these are not mandatory. Shortlisted candidates will have to appear for a panel interview.
	Bachelors in Design (B.Des)	4 Years	Candidates must have completed 10+2 or equivalent from a recognized board with 80% (or equivalent grade for IB or other approved boards) and a valid UCEED, NID, or NIFT 2026 entrance score. Shortlisted candidates will have to appear for a panel interview.
	BBA (Hons.) in Hospitality Management	4 Years	Candidates must have completed 10+2 or equivalent from a recognized board with 80% (or equivalent grade for IB or other approved boards) and either a valid NCHM JEE score or have qualified in the Mahindra University Hospitality Management Entrance Test (MUHET 2026). Shortlisted candidates will appear for a group discussion and panel interview.
	B.Tech.-LL.B. (Hons.)	6 Years	Candidates must either qualify in JEE (MAIN) 2026 and be eligible for JEE Advanced, secure a top All India Rank in JEE (MAIN) 2026, have a valid SAT Subject Test score (Math, Physics, Chemistry) of at least 1800, a valid SAT score of at least 800, or a valid ACT score of at least 18, and must also qualify in the Mahindra University Law Entrance Test (MULET 2026).
	BBA Entrepreneurship & Family Business	3 Years	Candidates must have completed 10+2 or equivalent from a recognized board with 80% (or equivalent grade for IB or other approved boards). Students with valid SAT or CUET scores may also be considered, though these are not mandatory. Shortlisted candidates will appear for a panel interview.
Postgraduate	M.Tech	2 Years	Candidates must have a full-time bachelor’s degree from a recognised university with at least 60% aggregate or equivalent grade. Final-year students awaiting results can also apply. For GATE-qualified students: Those with a valid GATE score and a percentile of 80 or above will have an interview for admission. For non-GATE students: Those without a valid GATE score or with a percentile below 80 must appear for a written test conducted by ECSE-MU, followed by an interview if shortlisted.
	LL.B. (Hons.)	3 Years	Candidates must have a full-time graduation degree from a recognized university with at least 60% aggregate or equivalent grade in any discipline. Final-year students awaiting results can also apply. Candidates must have a valid CLAT (PG) 2025 score (cutoff/All India Rank will be announced) or a valid LSAT (PG) score. Shortlisted candidates will appear for a panel interview.
	Master of Business Administration (MBA)	2 Years	Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree in any discipline. Final-year undergraduate students can also apply, but must submit their final transcript and degree before classes begin. Candidates can provide scores from GMAT, CAT, or GRE. Those without these scores can take the Mahindra University MBA Entrance Test (MUMET).
	Master of Arts (MA)	2 Years	Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree with at least 55% marks in any discipline, or a B.Ed/B.El.Ed degree with at least 55% marks, or a valid CUCET (PG) score. These requirements ensure applicants have the necessary academic background for advanced studies in education.
	M.Tech. in Biotechnology	5 Years	Candidates must have completed 10+2 or equivalent from a recognized board with a strong foundation in Science subjects (Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Mathematics) and a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent grade. Shortlisted candidates may be required to appear for an entrance test or interview.
	M.Tech in Biomedical Data Science	2 Years	Candidates applying for the M.Tech in Biomedical Data Science must have a qualifying degree in B.E., B.Tech., B.Sc. (Engineering or 4-year program), M.Sc., M.C.A., MBBS, BDS, B.Pharm., or B.V.Sc. from a recognized university. They must also have a minimum of 60% marks in aggregate, or First Class as per the university, or a Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) / Cumulative Performance Index (CPI) of 6.0 on a 0–10 scale, or an equivalent grade on other scales.
	M.Sc. Biotechnology ((Biologics)	2-3 Years	Candidates applying for M.Sc. in Biotechnology must have a bachelor’s degree in Science (B.Sc.) with a major in Biology, Biotechnology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, or a related subject from a recognized university, with a minimum of 55–60% marks or equivalent grade. Shortlisted candidates may be required to appear for an entrance test or interview.
	Masters of Design Innovation (M.Des)	2 Year	Candidates applying for M.Des in Design Innovation must have a bachelor’s degree in Fine Arts, Engineering, Architecture, Design, Interior Design, or an equivalent 4-year program, or a professional 4-year design diploma, or a 10+5 BFA degree. All applicants must attend an in-person interview, and extra weight will be given to those with UCEED or CEED scores.
	MA in Journalism and Mass Communication (MJMC)	2 Years	Candidates must have a 3- or 4-year bachelor’s degree from an Indian university (CGPA 6/10) or a foreign university (GPA 3.5/4) with 60% marks in core subjects and 60% in language subjects. The degree should preferably be in Journalism, Mass Communication, Media Studies, Advertising, Public Relations, Communication Management, Digital Media, or Computational Media. Candidates from related fields like Arts, Humanities, or Social Sciences, or other domains such as Science or Engineering can also apply. Work experience is welcome but not mandatory.
	M.Sc. by Research in BioTherapeutics	2 Years	Candidates must have a qualifying degree in B.Sc. (Biological Sciences or non-Medical), B.Sc. (4-year program), MBBS, BDS, B.Pharm., B.Tech., or B.V.Sc. from a recognized university. They must also have at least 60% marks, or First Class as per the university, or a CGPA/CPI of 6.0 on a 0–10 scale, or an equivalent grade on other scales.
Doctoral	PhD in Engineering	3 to 6 Years	For admission to the Ph.D. (Full-Time) program, candidates must have a Master’s degree in Engineering, Technology, Science, Humanities, or Social Sciences with at least 60% marks or a CGPA of 6.0 on a 10-point scale. Admission is through an interview. Candidates with only a B.Tech. or equivalent degree (without M.Tech.) must have at least 70% marks or a CGPA of 7.0 on a 10-point scale, along with a valid GATE score or UGC/CSIR/DBT/INSPIRE fellowship qualification (for relevant disciplines).
	Ph.D. in Educational Studies	3 to 6 Years	Candidates must have a postgraduate degree in any discipline, preferably in Education (MA/M.Ed.) or in Social Sciences such as Economics, History, Psychology, Sociology, or Political Science, from a recognized university with at least 55% marks. Preference will be given to candidates who have an M.Phil. with interest in Educational Studies and/or a CSIR/UGC-JRF qualification, preferably in Social Sciences or Education.
	Ph.D. in Management	4 Years	Candidates must have a master’s degree with at least 55% marks to apply for the Ph.D. in Management at Mahindra University. They must also have a valid GMAT, GRE, UGC-NET/JRF score or clear the university’s entrance test, followed by an interview.
	Ph.D. in Life Sciences	3 to 6 Years	Candidates must have a master’s degree or a four-year bachelor’s degree in subjects like Life Sciences, Biology, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Bioinformatics, or related fields.
	Ph.D. in Humanities and Social Sciences	4 Years	Candidates must have a master’s degree in Humanities or Social Sciences with at least 60% marks or a CGPA of 6.0 out of 10. They also need to submit a 500–1000 word research proposal clearly explaining their chosen research topic.
	Ph.D. in Media and Communication	3 to 6 Years	Candidates must have a master’s degree in Media, Communication, Journalism, or a related field with good academic performance
	Ph.D. in Law	3 to 6 Years	Candidates must have a master’s degree in law (LL.M.) or an equivalent postgraduate law qualification with at least 55% marks from a recognized university
	Ph.D. in Design Innovation	3 to 6 Years	Candidates must have a master’s degree in Design, Architecture, or related fields to be eligible for the Ph.D. program. Candidates with a bachelor’s degree with excellent grades and notable achievements, along with significant work experience, are also eligible.
	Ph.D. in Enterprise Risk Management	3 to 6 Years	Candidates must have a master’s degree (or equivalent) in Risk Management, Business, Finance, Policy, Engineering, or related fields. Admission requires an entrance test and interview for shortlisted applicants, a 1000–2000 word research proposal, two academic references, and a statement of purpose explaining research interests and career goals.
Working Professionals Program	B. Tech in Civil Engineering	3 Years	Applicants should be working professionals with a Diploma in Civil Engineering, having at least 60% marks, and a minimum of two years of work experience after completing the diploma.
	M.Tech in Structural Engineering	2 Years	Applicants should be working professionals with a B. Tech in Civil Engineering, at least 60% marks, and at least one year of work experience after graduation.
	M. Tech in Construction Project Management	2 Years	Applicants should be working professionals with a B. Tech in Civil Engineering, at least 60% marks, and at least one year of work experience after completing the degree.
	M. Tech in Highway Engineering	2 Years	Applicants must be working professionals with a B. Tech in Civil Engineering, at least 60% marks, and a minimum of one year of work experience after graduation.

Mahindra University Hyderabad UG Admissions 2026

Mahindra University Hyderabad Eligibility Criteria 2026

Mahindra University Hyderabad has clearly defined eligibility rules for Undergraduate, Postgraduate and PhD programs for the 2026 academic year.

Overall, the eligibility criteria is based on academic performance, relevant subject background and a valid entrance exam scores. Applicants must complete all requirements before the given deadlines.

Level	Course Name	Duration	Eligibility Criteria
Undergraduate	B.Tech	4 Years	Candidates must have qualified in JEE (MAIN) 2026 and be eligible for JEE Advanced or secured a top All India Rank in JEE (MAIN), or have a valid SAT Subject Test score of at least 1800 in Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry, or a valid SAT Test score of at least 800, or a valid ACT score with a minimum composite of 18. In addition, candidates must have at least 60% in 10+2 from a recognized board. Those who have completed Class 12 under IB, Cambridge, or any other international curriculum must submit a UGC Equivalence Certificate by 30 August 2026, failing which their admission will be cancelled.
	Bachelor's of Business Administration	3 Years	Candidates must have completed 10+2 or equivalent from any recognised board with 80%, or an equivalent grade for students from IB or other approved boards. Students with valid SAT or CUET scores will also be considered, though these are not mandatory. Shortlisted candidates will have to appear for a panel interview. For BBA (Applied Economics & Finance) and BBA (Computational Business Analytics), Mathematics in 12th grade is mandatory.
	Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Law (Honors)	5 Years	Candidates must have completed 10+2 or equivalent from any recognized board with 60% (or as per AICTE/UGC norms) or an equivalent grade for students from IB or other approved boards. In addition, candidates must have either a valid CLAT 2026 score (exact cutoff or rank will be announced with results), a valid LSAT score, or have qualified in the Mahindra University Law Entrance Test (MULET 2026).
	Bachelor of Business Administration and Bachelor of Law (Honors)	5 Years	Candidates must have completed 10+2 or equivalent from a recognized board with 60% (or as per AICTE/UGC norms) or an equivalent grade for IB or other approved boards. They must also have either a valid CLAT 2026 score (cutoff/All India Rank will be announced), a valid LSAT score, or have qualified in the Mahindra University Law Entrance Test (MULET 2026).
	B.Tech Computation and Media (BTCM)	4 Years	Candidates must have either qualified in JEE (MAIN) 2026 and be eligible for JEE Advanced, secured a top All India Rank in JEE (MAIN) 2026, scored a minimum 80% or equivalent grade in Mathematics, Physics & Chemistry in 10+2 from a recognized board, or have a valid SAT Subject/SAT/ACT score. Shortlisted candidates will have to appear for a panel interview. Students admitted through JEE, SAT, or ACT must also have at least 60% in 10+2 from a recognized board.
	Bachelor of Journalism & Mass Communication	3 Years	Candidates must have completed 10+2 or equivalent from a recognized board with 80% (or equivalent grade for IB or other approved boards). Students with valid SAT or CUET scores may also be considered, though these are not mandatory. Shortlisted candidates will have to appear for a panel interview.
	Bachelors in Design (B.Des)	4 Years	Candidates must have completed 10+2 or equivalent from a recognized board with 80% (or equivalent grade for IB or other approved boards) and a valid UCEED, NID, or NIFT 2026 entrance score. Shortlisted candidates will have to appear for a panel interview.
	BBA (Hons.) in Hospitality Management	4 Years	Candidates must have completed 10+2 or equivalent from a recognized board with 80% (or equivalent grade for IB or other approved boards) and either a valid NCHM JEE score or have qualified in the Mahindra University Hospitality Management Entrance Test (MUHET 2026). Shortlisted candidates will appear for a group discussion and panel interview.
	B.Tech.-LL.B. (Hons.)	6 Years	Candidates must either qualify in JEE (MAIN) 2026 and be eligible for JEE Advanced, secure a top All India Rank in JEE (MAIN) 2026, have a valid SAT Subject Test score (Math, Physics, Chemistry) of at least 1800, a valid SAT score of at least 800, or a valid ACT score of at least 18, and must also qualify in the Mahindra University Law Entrance Test (MULET 2026).
	BBA Entrepreneurship & Family Business	3 Years	Candidates must have completed 10+2 or equivalent from a recognized board with 80% (or equivalent grade for IB or other approved boards). Students with valid SAT or CUET scores may also be considered, though these are not mandatory. Shortlisted candidates will appear for a panel interview.
Postgraduate	M.Tech	2 Years	Candidates must have a full-time bachelor’s degree from a recognised university with at least 60% aggregate or equivalent grade. Final-year students awaiting results can also apply. For GATE-qualified students: Those with a valid GATE score and a percentile of 80 or above will have an interview for admission. For non-GATE students: Those without a valid GATE score or with a percentile below 80 must appear for a written test conducted by ECSE-MU, followed by an interview if shortlisted.
	LL.B. (Hons.)	3 Years	Candidates must have a full-time graduation degree from a recognized university with at least 60% aggregate or equivalent grade in any discipline. Final-year students awaiting results can also apply. Candidates must have a valid CLAT (PG) 2025 score (cutoff/All India Rank will be announced) or a valid LSAT (PG) score. Shortlisted candidates will appear for a panel interview.
	Master of Business Administration (MBA)	2 Years	Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree in any discipline. Final-year undergraduate students can also apply, but must submit their final transcript and degree before classes begin. Candidates can provide scores from GMAT, CAT, or GRE. Those without these scores can take the Mahindra University MBA Entrance Test (MUMET).
	Master of Arts (MA)	2 Years	Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree with at least 55% marks in any discipline, or a B.Ed/B.El.Ed degree with at least 55% marks, or a valid CUCET (PG) score. These requirements ensure applicants have the necessary academic background for advanced studies in education.
	M.Tech. in Biotechnology	5 Years	Candidates must have completed 10+2 or equivalent from a recognized board with a strong foundation in Science subjects (Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Mathematics) and a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent grade. Shortlisted candidates may be required to appear for an entrance test or interview.
	M.Tech in Biomedical Data Science	2 Years	Candidates applying for the M.Tech in Biomedical Data Science must have a qualifying degree in B.E., B.Tech., B.Sc. (Engineering or 4-year program), M.Sc., M.C.A., MBBS, BDS, B.Pharm., or B.V.Sc. from a recognized university. They must also have a minimum of 60% marks in aggregate, or First Class as per the university, or a Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) / Cumulative Performance Index (CPI) of 6.0 on a 0–10 scale, or an equivalent grade on other scales.
	M.Sc. Biotechnology ((Biologics)	2-3 Years	Candidates applying for M.Sc. in Biotechnology must have a bachelor’s degree in Science (B.Sc.) with a major in Biology, Biotechnology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, or a related subject from a recognized university, with a minimum of 55–60% marks or equivalent grade. Shortlisted candidates may be required to appear for an entrance test or interview.
	Masters of Design Innovation (M.Des)	2 Year	Candidates applying for M.Des in Design Innovation must have a bachelor’s degree in Fine Arts, Engineering, Architecture, Design, Interior Design, or an equivalent 4-year program, or a professional 4-year design diploma, or a 10+5 BFA degree. All applicants must attend an in-person interview, and extra weight will be given to those with UCEED or CEED scores.
	MA in Journalism and Mass Communication (MJMC)	2 Years	Candidates must have a 3- or 4-year bachelor’s degree from an Indian university (CGPA 6/10) or a foreign university (GPA 3.5/4) with 60% marks in core subjects and 60% in language subjects. The degree should preferably be in Journalism, Mass Communication, Media Studies, Advertising, Public Relations, Communication Management, Digital Media, or Computational Media. Candidates from related fields like Arts, Humanities, or Social Sciences, or other domains such as Science or Engineering can also apply. Work experience is welcome but not mandatory.
	M.Sc. by Research in BioTherapeutics	2 Years	Candidates must have a qualifying degree in B.Sc. (Biological Sciences or non-Medical), B.Sc. (4-year program), MBBS, BDS, B.Pharm., B.Tech., or B.V.Sc. from a recognized university. They must also have at least 60% marks, or First Class as per the university, or a CGPA/CPI of 6.0 on a 0–10 scale, or an equivalent grade on other scales.
Doctoral	PhD in Engineering	3 to 6 Years	For admission to the Ph.D. (Full-Time) program, candidates must have a Master’s degree in Engineering, Technology, Science, Humanities, or Social Sciences with at least 60% marks or a CGPA of 6.0 on a 10-point scale. Admission is through an interview. Candidates with only a B.Tech. or equivalent degree (without M.Tech.) must have at least 70% marks or a CGPA of 7.0 on a 10-point scale, along with a valid GATE score or UGC/CSIR/DBT/INSPIRE fellowship qualification (for relevant disciplines).
	Ph.D. in Educational Studies	3 to 6 Years	Candidates must have a postgraduate degree in any discipline, preferably in Education (MA/M.Ed.) or in Social Sciences such as Economics, History, Psychology, Sociology, or Political Science, from a recognized university with at least 55% marks. Preference will be given to candidates who have an M.Phil. with interest in Educational Studies and/or a CSIR/UGC-JRF qualification, preferably in Social Sciences or Education.
	Ph.D. in Management	4 Years	Candidates must have a master’s degree with at least 55% marks to apply for the Ph.D. in Management at Mahindra University. They must also have a valid GMAT, GRE, UGC-NET/JRF score or clear the university’s entrance test, followed by an interview.
	Ph.D. in Life Sciences	3 to 6 Years	Candidates must have a master’s degree or a four-year bachelor’s degree in subjects like Life Sciences, Biology, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Bioinformatics, or related fields.
	Ph.D. in Humanities and Social Sciences	4 Years	Candidates must have a master’s degree in Humanities or Social Sciences with at least 60% marks or a CGPA of 6.0 out of 10. They also need to submit a 500–1000 word research proposal clearly explaining their chosen research topic.
	Ph.D. in Media and Communication	3 to 6 Years	Candidates must have a master’s degree in Media, Communication, Journalism, or a related field with good academic performance
	Ph.D. in Law	3 to 6 Years	Candidates must have a master’s degree in law (LL.M.) or an equivalent postgraduate law qualification with at least 55% marks from a recognized university
	Ph.D. in Design Innovation	3 to 6 Years	Candidates must have a master’s degree in Design, Architecture, or related fields to be eligible for the Ph.D. program. Candidates with a bachelor’s degree with excellent grades and notable achievements, along with significant work experience, are also eligible.
	Ph.D. in Enterprise Risk Management	3 to 6 Years	Candidates must have a master’s degree (or equivalent) in Risk Management, Business, Finance, Policy, Engineering, or related fields. Admission requires an entrance test and interview for shortlisted applicants, a 1000–2000 word research proposal, two academic references, and a statement of purpose explaining research interests and career goals.
Working Professionals Program	B. Tech in Civil Engineering	3 Years	Applicants should be working professionals with a Diploma in Civil Engineering, having at least 60% marks, and a minimum of two years of work experience after completing the diploma.
	M.Tech in Structural Engineering	2 Years	Applicants should be working professionals with a B. Tech in Civil Engineering, at least 60% marks, and at least one year of work experience after graduation.
	M. Tech in Construction Project Management	2 Years	Applicants should be working professionals with a B. Tech in Civil Engineering, at least 60% marks, and at least one year of work experience after completing the degree.
	M. Tech in Highway Engineering	2 Years	Applicants must be working professionals with a B. Tech in Civil Engineering, at least 60% marks, and a minimum of one year of work experience after graduation.