Indian Institute of Management Sambalpur, IIM, Sambalpur

PhD Admission 2023 is offered in the following area of specialization:

Organizational Behavior & Human Resource Management

Finance & Accounting Management

Production and Operations Management

Economics

Policy & Strategic Management

Information System Management

Marketing Management

Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Sambalpur, an Institute of national importance aims at imparting management education through an unconventional and novel approach. IIM Sambalpur’s vision is to create responsible leaders with entrepreneurial mind-set with Innovation, Integrity, and Inclusion as its core operating principles.

The Ph.D., programme at IIMs admits students who have a strong academic background, are highly motivated and who have the intellectual curiosity to undertake original research. The doctoral programme prepares students for a career in academia or research positions in industry.

Qualification

The candidate must hold, subject to the condition laid down below, as per MoE guidelines:

Master’s Degree (i.e., Bachelor’s Degree obtained in 10+2+3 pattern, followed by a master’s degree) or Post Graduate Diploma (2 years) from IITs/IIMs/Other reputed Universities, with at least 60% marks or equivalent grade point average in the bachelor’s as well as in the master’s degree.

OR

A professional qualification like CA, ICWA, CS with Bachelor’s Degree, with at least 60 % marks or equivalent grade point in the Bachelor’s Degree.

OR

A 4-year/8-semester Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (B.E/B.Tech/B.Sc Engineering/B. Arch) with at least 6.5 cumulative grade point average (CGPA) or equivalent percent marks.

OR

Five-year Integrated Master’s degree programme in any discipline, with at least 60 % aggregate marks, obtained after completing higher secondary schooling (10+2) or equivalent.

Candidates belonging to Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, Other Backward Classes (Non-Creamy Layer) and Persons-with-Disabilities will be given a 5% relaxation in the minimum mark’s requirement.

Condition:

The Master’s degree or equivalent qualification/Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification should be:

From any of the Universities incorporated by an act of the central or state legislature in India or other educational institutions established by an act of Parliament or declared to be deemed as a University under section 3 of UGC Act, 1956;

OR

Recognized by the Ministry of HRD, Government of India

OR

Possess an equivalent qualification from an institution approved by AICTE. The Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent qualification obtained by the candidate must entail a minimum of three years of education after completing Higher Secondary schooling (10+2) or equivalent.

Candidates who are in the final year of their Master’s/Bachelor’s Programmes that would make them eligible, can also apply. Such candidates, if selected, will be allowed to join the programme provisionally only if they complete all the requirements on or before 30th June 2023

Age Limit

Candidate must not be more than 40 years as on June 1st, 2023

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ADMISSION PROCESS

The admission process of IIM Sambalpur consists of:

Shortlisting of candidates for Personal Interview (PI) process.

Conducting the PI process

Preparing the Merit List based on the Admission Criteria and PI process.

Candidates who fulfill the eligibility criteria as stated above are required to take Common Admission Test (CAT).CAT 2020, 2021 & 2022 is valid for 2023 PhD Admission at IIM Sambalpur.

Or

Alternatively, those who have GRE/GATE/GMAT/JRF (UGC/CSIR) taken during the last two years will be considered valid for 2023 Admission.

Or

Valid Research Aptitude Test Score (IIMSAT) of IIM Sambalpur 2023.

Exemption from Standard Test: Candidates who have already passed two-year full-time PGP/ MBA from IIMs or Institutions/ Universities in NIRF 2022 top 50 Ranking with a minimum CGPA of 6.00 and above on a scale of Ten or equivalent or with a minimum of 60 percent marks or equivalent are exempted from the test score.

Part-time/evening/weekend/Distance Learning programmes of IIM or Institutions as specified above are NOT considered.

Note: Admission to the programme is open to Indian Citizens only.

SELECTION CRITERIA

SHORTLIST FOR PI

The CAT/GRE/GMAT/GATE/ JRF-UGC/CSIR/ IIMSAT Score/ percentile will be used for shortlisting candidates for PI. The PhD committee in consultation with the Competent Authority will decide the number of candidates to be called for PI based on the merit order.

PERSONAL INTERVIEW

Upon being shortlisted, the candidate shall appear for a personal interview in front of the Expert panel. The panel will assess the suitability of the candidates for research work based on the portfolio of the candidate. Candidate will be especially assessed based on Statement of Purpose (SOP) apart from academic record, professional accomplishments, etc.

PREPARING THE MERIT LIST

Merit List will be prepared based on Personal Interview, Academic Qualification, Relevant Work Experience and Research Statement of Purpose (SOP).

Statement of Purpose (SOP)

The candidate should submit a SOP not exceeding 2000 words and should include a title, research motivation, possible research approaches, and references.

PROGRAMME DURATION:

PhD will be a full time residential programme. The student will be expected to complete the programme in four years, including a maximum of two years of course work.

FELLOWSHIP STIPEND:

IIM Sambalpur provides a comprehensive fellowship that covers all academic expenses including tuition, computer, library, medical insurance, placement, and alumni fees. In addition, a monthly subsistence allowance of Rs. 35,000/- (Slab A) for first and second years, and Rs. 40,000/- (Slab B) after submitting the TAC approved thesis proposal will be provided till 4 years. A maximum of two six-month extensions may be provided subject to the recommendation of the Doctoral Committee and Competent Authority.

Since the PhD is a full-time residential programme, bachelor accommodation will be provided to all the students in the hostel. A fixed number of houses for married students may be made available on permanent campus.

FIRST YEAR COURSE WAIVER

Candidates having a two/three-year full-time classroom-based

PGDM/PGP from any of the IIMs

or

MBA from IITs / FMS Delhi / NITIE

or

MBA /PGDM from reputed institutions with a NIRF Ranking not greater than 50 (in any of the preceding two years) will be waived off from first year coursework and will pursue the courses of second year.

Alternatively, candidates with a two/three-year full-time classroom-based MBA/ PGDM/ PGP from other institutes with a minimum managerial experience of at least 5 years will also be waived off from first year course work and will pursue the courses of second year.

IIM Sambalpur reserves the right to modify any part of this document including the various criteria and cut offs mentioned at any time till the actual admission process for the batch is completed.

Any dispute concerning Admission for the PhD 2023 batch would be subject to jurisdiction of the competent courts within the territorial jurisdiction of city of Sambalpur only.

The last date for online application is: 31^st March, 2022 

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The candidate must hold, subject to the condition laid down below, As per MHRD guidelines:

1. Master’s Degree (i.e., Bachelor’s Degree obtained in 10+2+3 pattern, followed by a Master’s Degree) or Post Graduate Diploma (2 years) in any discipline or Integrated (Dual) Degree from IITs/IIMs/Other reputed Institutions/ Universities from NIRF top 50 Ranking 2021, with at least 55% marks or equivalent grade point average in the Bachelor’s as well as 60% in the Master’s Degree.

OR

2. A professional qualification like CA, ICWA, CS with B. Com Degree, with at least 55% marks or equivalent grade point average in the professional degree as well as in the B. Com Degree.

OR

3. A 4-year/8-semester Bachelor's degree in Engineering (B.E/B.Tech/B.Sc. Engineering/B. Arch) with at least 6.5 cumulative grade point average (CGPA) or equivalent percent marks.

Candidates belonging to Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, Other Backward Classes (Non-Creamy Layer), and Persons-with-Disabilities will be given a 5% relaxation in the minimum marks requirement.

AND

Minimum 5 years of full time managerial/executive/professional work experience as on 31^st March 2022 after graduation

Selection Procedure

Candidates applying for Executive PhD programme are required to take any of the following standard tests

1.      Common Admission Test (CAT) or a standard test in lieu of CAT. CAT 2019, 2020 & 2021 is valid for 2022 Executive PhD Admission at IIM Sambalpur.

2.      Alternatively, those who have GRE/GATE/GMAT/JRF (UGC/CSIR) taken during the last two years will be considered valid for 2021 Admission.

3.      IIM Sambalpur Research Aptitude Test (IIMSRAT)

Note: Standard Test Score is not required if an applicant is PGP Alumni of any IIMs or Institutions/ Universities in NIRF 2021 top 50 Ranking of any two-year full-time PGP programme /Integrated Programme in Management where such courses are offered with a minimum CGPA 6.0 and above in a 10-point scale or equivalent.

Part-time/evening/weekend/Distance Learning programmes of IIM or Institutions as specified above are NOT considered.

Selection will be based on Test Score, Personal Interview, Academic Qualifications, Relevant work experience, Research Aptitude, Publications and Reference Letter/ Letter of Recommendation.

Reservation

IIM Sambalpur follows the Government of India’s reservation policy.

The candidates are required to apply ONLINE for admission to Executive Ph.D. Programme 2021. No hard copy/mail copy of application is accepted.

Executive Ph.D. Application Form

The online Executive Ph.D. application form is available on the IIM Sambalpur website.

Test Scores (in case not opted for IIMSAT):

Relevant Test Scores include CAT/GMAT/GRE/GATE/JRF-UGC/CSIR. The test score should be valid on the deadlines of the submission of the application form.

Supporting Documents to be uploaded while applying

1.     Passport size photo

2.     Two mandatory recommendation letter

3.     Copy of Govt. issued photo identity proof

4.     Copies of SSC, HSC Mark sheets and certificates

5.     Copy of Master’s/Bachelor’s mark sheets and certificates

6.     Percentage conversion certificate from College/University (In case of CGPA/CPA).

7.     Copy of Professional degree marks sheets and certificates

8.     Copy of Test Score Card (CAT/GRE/GATE/GMAT/JRF (UGC/CSIR)

9.     NEFT/RTGS transaction slip of Application Fee

10.   Copy of Work Experience certificate, if applicable (NOC is required at the time of Admission)

11.   Copy of Caste and disability Certificate, if applicable

12.   Please note NC-OBC is valid for one year from the date of issue

13.   PwD certificate must be issued by a Govt. Hospital

Application Fee:

Please upload the Receipt of online payment of application fee of Rs. 2000/- (non-refundable) along with your application.

For Executive PhD related admissions queries, please write to phd.admission@iimsambalpur.ac.in or contact Mob: 7581807750, 9996235474

The last date for online application is: 31^st March, 2022 

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Qualification: Candidate should hold a Bachelor’s Degree or an equivalent qualification in any discipline with a minimum of 50% marks or equivalent percentage.

Experience

A minimum 3 years of Post Qualification managerial/ entrepreneurial/ professional experience as on last date of application

Standard Test Score

A valid CAT/GMAT/GRE score (not more than three years old as on 30/5/2022)

Or

IIMSAT (Candidates not having a valid test score as above should appear for IIMSAT)

Selection Procedure: The selection shall be based on Test Score, Personal Interview (richness of industry experience, communication skills, leadership ability, and potential diversity factor), Academic Qualifications and Relevant Work Experience.

Application fee: Rs. 1000 (Non-refundable)

Instructions: Please read the following instructions carefully before applying.

·          Application form is a key part of the admission process.

·          Complete and accurate response to the items in the application form are therefore extremely important.

·          Incomplete or false information will make your candidature null and void.

·          In all matters relating to admission, the decision of the Institute will be final and binding on the applicants.

·          Photo upload are mandatory (Max. size for photo: 1MB) in .jpg, .jpeg & .png format only.

·          Candidates are advised to carefully fill the online Application.

·          Please take a printout of the application form for future reference.

·          In case of any technical issue, while submitting the Online Application Form, Contact Exec MBA Exemba_admission@iimsambalpur.ac.in or Call to +91 971-800-1554

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CONTACT DETAILS

INDIAN INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT SAMBALPUR

Jyoti Vihar, Burla, Sambalpur, Odisha – 768019

Email: embaoffice@iimsambalpur.ac.in, chairemba@iimsambalpur.ac.in,

Phone no.: 9996235474, 9811210611

Online Application starts: 30^th December, 2021

Online Application Ends: 31^st March, 2022

Test Date: 3^rd April, 2022

Tentative PI Dates: 16^th April, 2022 & 17^th April, 2022

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