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Overview

Ph. D in Nursing is a research-focused doctoral degree that focuses on high quality, scientific research that advances the quality of health care and the nursing profession as well. The degree can be obtained as a full time or part time programme.

The function of nurse scholars is to: assume leadership roles in complex healthcare and education systems, develop a theoretical and empirical base for effective nursing practice in both current and emerging health care systems, conduct nursing research and participate in developing healthcare policies.

In Amrita, the focus is on compassion driven research as envisioned by AMMA, Shri. Mata Amritanandamayi Devi, the Chancellor, AMRITA Vishwa Vidyapeetham (Deemed to be University). The highly experienced Medical and Nursing faculty, the high-tech environment of the multi-disciplinary hospital with almost all new medical departments, the department of Health Sciences Research headed by Dr.D.M,Vasudevan are the unique features of Amrita that facilitate the Ph. D programme in Nursing. Interdisciplinary and multi-centric studies are always encouraged. Dissemination of the results of research is given its due importance to keep the public or the beneficiaries well informed and utilize the findings.

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Eligibility

Eligibility

Eligibility 

  • MSc Nursing Degree from a recognised college/university with minimum of 60% marks.
  • Registration from any State Nursing Council.
  • Equivalency certificate from INC in the case of candidates qualified from abroad.

Selection

Admission is based on all India entrance examination conducted by AMRITA Vishwa Vidyapeetham and subsequent interview.

Important Note

Admissions 2026 Open – Apply on or Before August 15, 2026 (Admissions Open Only for Engineering, Computing, Management, AI and Agriculture)

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    Scholarship and Other Benefits

    Minimum 35k monthly scholarship, growing upto 55k per month.
    Up to ₹10 Lakhs research infrastructure support
    Up to ₹6 Lakhs publication support
    International conference and research travel funding
    Global collaborative research opportunities
    Patent and intellectual property support
    Startup incubation and entrepreneurship mentoring
    Additional tuition fee waiver for eligible women scholars

    *Applicable Programs.

    Program Details

    Registration

    Application Fee – Rs.1000/- 

     

    Entrance Exam Details

    Syllabus for Entrance Examination 

    Nursing Research, Statistics and Nursing theories – as per UG Syllabus

    Scheme of Examination

    Exam will be of objective type. Each Multiple Choice Question will consist of a stem and four options, labelled A, B, C and D.

    Only one option is correct and for each correct answer three mark will be awarded and one mark is deducted for every wrong answer.

    Total No. of Questions – 100

    Fee Structure

    Fee structure – Rs. 30,000/- per year*

    *For AIMS staff, concession is provided.

    Duration

    Duration of Ph. D Programme (rules similar to that of Ph. D Programme under AMRITA Vishwa Vidyapeetham)

    • Full time – 3 to 5 years
    • Part time – 5 to 8 years

    Facilities at a glance

    • Central Library
    • Hostel Accommodation
    • Sports Facilities
    • Banking Facilities
    • Transport
    • Medical Services
    • Canteen
    • General Store
    • CISCO
    • ICTS
    • Reprographic Facility
    Amrita Ranked 2nd in India and 37th in the World in THE Sustainability Impact Ratings 2026

    Students can learn in an environment where they are comfortable and looked after. Here are the facilities that our campus provides…

    Why Amrita

    The top reasons to choose Amrita for your career

    2nd

    In India

    37

    In the World

    601-800th

    World University Rankings 2020

    141

    BRICS

    8th

    India University Rankings 2025

    Overall Rankings 2025

    Overall Rankings 2025
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    8th Ranked
    University in India
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    Amrita Ranked No.2 in India and 37th in the World
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    Topmost
    ‘A++’ Grade

    For programme related enquiries

    Amrita College of Nursing,
    AMRITA Vishwa Vidyapeetham,
    Kochi
    0484 285 8206, 0484 285 8200,
    nursingcollege@aims.amrita.edu

    For admission related enquiries

    Manager – Admission Office,
    AIMS, Kochi
    0484-2858153 / 2856147 / 2858166 / 2858167/ 2858383 / 2858349

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