Zollege is here for to help you!!

Need Counselling

Home > Kozhikode > IIM Kozhikode > Courses & Fees

IIM Kozhikode PhD

Kozhikode, KeralaAutonomous University

Apply Now

Ph.D. (Management)

Course Fees

Course Duration

3 Years

Course Information

Course Details

Latest Update: IIM Kozhikode PhD admission 2024 is open and the last date to apply is February 5, 2024.

IIM Kozhikode PhD (Doctoral Program in Management) is a Full-time, Residential Program. Candidates with a Master’s Degree and Valid Scores in CAT / GATE / GMAT / GRE / UGC-NET / UGC-JRF / IIMB are eligible to apply for the program.

IIM Kozhikode PhD Students receive a Stipend of INR 35,000 per month for the 1st and 2nd Years. INR 37,500 per month on successful completion of Comprehensive Examination and INR 40,000 per month after successful Presentation and Defense of Thesis Proposal.

Table of Content

IIM Kozhikode PhD Important Dates 2024
IIM Kozhikode PhD Selection Criteria
IIM Kozhikode PhD Admission Process
IIM Kozhikode PhD Admission: How to Apply?
IIM Kozhikode PhD FAQs

IIM Kozhikode PhD Important Dates 2024

Event	Date
Online application Availability	November 28, 2023
Last date for submission of Online Application	February 5, 2024
Interview Dates	April 17 - 21, 2024 (Tentative)

IIM Kozhikode PhD Selection Criteria

Master’s Degree or Post Graduate Diploma (2-year) with at least 60% marks or equivalent CGPA.
Professional qualifications of CA, ICWA and CS with a Bachelor’s Degree with at least 60% marks or equivalent in Bachelor’s Degree.
B Tech / 4 year Degree with 6.5 CGPA or equivalent (3 Years of Work Experience if applying for Marketing Management Area)
Students in their Final Year of Examination.
Valid CAT / GATE / GMAT / GRE / UGC-NET / UGC-JRF / IIMB Scores.
Research Proposal (not exceeding 2000 words).

IIM Kozhikode PhD Admission Process

IIM Kozhikode PhD Admission Process is as follows:

Step 1:

Candidates are Shortlisted based on their valid scores in Academic Performance, Qualifying Examination Scores and Research Proposal for Personal Interview (PI) round.

The Minimum Cutoff for PhD is as follows:

Category	Percentile Cutoff
General	60
NC - OBC / EWS	55
SC / ST / PwD	50

Relaxation: Candidates holding a PGDM (full-time 2-year program)/ MBA Degree from any of the IIMs or holding an Executive PGDM/MBA Degree from IIM Kozhikode, with an overall CGPA of 2.67 / 4.33 or equivalent to ‘B-’ grade, are exempted from taking qualifying tests.

Step 2:

Shortlisted Candidates are required to appear for Personal Interview for Final Selection.

IIM Kozhikode PhD Admission: How to Apply?

IIM Kozhikode PhD Applications are filled online on the official website of IIMK. To fill the application form for PhD, check the steps below:

Click on Apply Online. Candidates can apply to a Maximum of 2 Areas of Specialization.
Fill in all the details and provide CAT / GATE / GMAT / GRE / UGC-NET / UGC-JRF / IIMB Scores.
Pay the amount of INR 1,000/- (Non-refundable) (INR 2,000 in case you are opting for IIMB Test).

Documents Required:

Scanned Copies of Academic Marksheets & Certificates
CAT / GATE / GMAT / GRE / UGC-NET / UGC-JRF / IIMB Score Cards
Category Certificates
Research Proposal

IIM Kozhikode PhD FAQs

Ques. Is it compulsory to stay in a Hostel for PhD Students at IIM Kozhikode?

Ans. PhD is a Residential program of IIM Kozhikode. Students are required to stay in Hostel for the entire duration of the program.

Ques. Does IIMK offer scholarships for PhD students?

Ans. Yes, Indian students can avail of the stipend of INR 35,000 per month for the first and second years, INR 37,500 per month after successful completion of the Comprehensive examination, and INR 40,000 per month after successfully presenting the Thesis proposal. They are also exempted from paying tuition and related fee. NRI and Foreign national students can avail of the stipend based on merit and request at IIM Kozhikode.

Ques. How many specializations does IIM Kozhikode provide for PhD Program?

Ans. IIM Kozhikode provide 8 specializations for PhD Program, they are:

Economics
Finance, Accounting and Control
Humanities and Liberal Arts in Management
Information Systems
Marketing Management
Organizational Behaviour & Human Resources
Quantitative Methods & Operations Management
Strategic Management

Ques. I am an alumnus of IIM. Still, do I need to write CAT for admission to IIMK PhD?

Ans. No, Candidates with Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) from any IIM and Executive PGDM holders from IIM Kozhikode need not appear for any qualifying examination.

Ques. Is a PhD at IIMK a full-time program? Can I do it alongside my current job?

Ans. It is not possible to pursue the PhD program at IIM Kozhikode while you are working, as it is a full-time residential program.

Ques. How many applicants are admitted each year in IIMK PhD? Program?

Ans. There is no limit on the number of seats for the PhD program at IIMK. The candidates will be admitted to the course as long as they qualify for the program.

Ques. I am not a citizen/resident of India. Can I still apply for the IIMK PhD program?

Ans. Yes. Foreign nationals can be admitted to the PhD program at IIMK if they are qualified. Indian citizenship is not a prerequisite for admission to this program.

Placement

Highest Placement	₹ 67.0 Lakhs
Average Placement	₹ 31.0 Lakhs
Top Companies

College Ranking

Ranking of Indian Institute of Management - [IIMK]

Ask your question

Answered Questions

Indian Institute of Management - [IIMK]: 124 answered questions

What are the chances of selection of my brother in IIM Kozhikode (MBA)with this profile (10-7.2 CGPA, 12-62%, B.Com 55 %, work experience of 2 years, CAT percentile 99.35, OBC NC)?

Astha Roy

23 Feb 22

Your brother has a fairly good chance of section as his CAT percentage is well-above the required cutoff. For 2021, IIM Kozhikode cutoff was 85 (for general category students). But the selection depends a lot on the interview performance too. So, ask your brother to prepare thoroughly for the interview round.

You can go through the section criteria and the admission procedure of the institute to clear any doubts you may have.

What CAT percentile do I require to get calls from IIM Blackis, FMS, SP Jain, JBIMS and MDI Gurgaon?

Anuraag Das

14 Apr 23

For GEM, the CAT percentiles required to get an interview call from IIM Blackis, FMS, SP Jain, JBIMS, and MDI Gurgaon are

ABC and FMS: Both institutes required nothing less than 99.5. Those who get admission at a lesser percentile, usually don’t belong to the GEM category. There are many who don’t even get a call with 99.3. So to stay on the safer side, go for nothing less than 99.5.
IIM Indore and Kozhikode: Both the institutes require percentiles around 97.5 for an interview call
SPJIMR: This Institute has unique selection criteria under which CAT is given less value and calls are issued on the basis of the candidate's profile. The CAT percentile required in this case is less than the normal if you have a good academic profile along with work experience,
MDI: This institute issues calls around the 96% mark.

It’s important to know that these figures are based on trends and not on actual data so you will find exceptions everywhere. Moreover, it’s better you don’t waste time analyzing the CAT cutoff and start preparing for the same.

Is it all right to choose IIM, I or K over XLRI just for the IIM brand?

Rimjhim Ghosh

26 Jul 22

If you have an admission offer from XLRI, don’t choose IIM I or IIM K. XLRI has a better brand presence than IIM I and IIM K. It is better in terms of academics, faculty, placements, and alumni connections.

It is one of the top B-Schools in the country and ranks right after IIM ABC. So, don’t choose IIM I or IIM K just for the IIM tag.

What is it like to study at IIM Kozhikode?

Pranav Shekhar

11 Nov 22

IIM Kozhikode is one of the best institutes in India. It nurtures young people and prepares them for future endeavors. IIM Kozhikode’s location is what makes it superior. The lush green surroundings add to the already calm ambiance of the campus. Apart from this IIM Kozhikode has many other salient features making it one of the best:

The study material is extensive and mainly based on Harvard's Case studies.
The institution offers research, an executive post-graduate program, an MBA program, and fellow programs.
The faculty is experienced and wise. You can get a lot of help from them.
The quality of food is also good here.
The living conditions of IIM Kozhikode are no joke. With AC rooms and multiple hostel messes, the utmost importance has been given to the student fraternity.
There are snacks and tea stalls throughout the campus.
IIM initiates many cultural activities, such as start-up culture promotion, fests and workshops, student exchange programs, and debates and discussions on management-related subjects.

Life at IIM Kozhikode is not just about studying and passing out, it's also about interacting and developing relationships with individuals of other cultures, viewpoints, and mindsets. This will become a driving force in their career.

How much percentile is required in CAT to get IIM KOZHIKODE if I have 85.55/84.4/7.55 in 10th/12th/b.tech from NIT-B fresher with OBC category?

Barkha Sen

16 Sept 21

Let’s say you only require to score 80+ percentile in three sections. Will this stop you from working towards more?

You should always give your best first and then look at the results to find out if that worked or not. Aim high and try to score 99.9+ percentile.

Tabulated below are the minimum eligibility criteria for PGP at IIM Kozhikode:

Particulars	Minimum Criteria Score
CAT Percentile	75
Sectional Percentile	65
10th Score	60
12th Score	60

Give your best and try to achieve the highest possible score and then everything will work out for you. Focus on the preparation and make a good strategy.

Which one among IIM Lucknow (ABM), IIM Kozhikode, and IIM Indore should I choose? Why?

Prapti Banerjee

05 May 22

Among these IIM Lucknow PGP ABM is the best option. IIM Lucknow tag offers certain advantages. You will get access to many case studies, a diverse student pool, a huge alumni network, and an ecosystem that fosters learning and excellence.

For the first year, ABM students share classes with PGP students. The curriculum faculty and learning will be the same. For the second year, you can choose some extra subjects according to your interest along with your specializations.

IIM Lucknow offers good placement opportunities to PGP ABM students. Along with FMCG companies, most companies in Consulting, Marketing, Finance, Operations, and HR are open to ABM students. In recent years, IIM Lucknow ABM placements had an average CTC of INR 24-25 LPA.

Which is better: IIM K or NITIE?

Pavitra Das

20 Aug 21

Both IIM K and NITIE are renowned institutes and offer the same placement opportunities.

If you take a look from an ROI point of view then NITIE has an upper hand. The fee structure at NITIE is 12.53 lakhs and is half or less than that from IIM K.
NITIE is known for its Operations branch. The majority of SCM Head, VP Operations, Head logistics in industries are a part of the alumni of NITIE.
If you are not interested in Operations then opt for IIM K. It has been ranked above NITIE and if the IIM tag is what that you desire the go for it.

Your decision may be influenced by the distance of these institutions from your hometown, financial background, preference for a particular specialization, and many such factors. Since it is an important decision do not hastily jump to conclusions. Make a wise choice that would benefit you in the future.

Should I join IIM Calcutta or IIM Kozhikode? I am an average student who somehow managed to do well in the CAT and convert both of these but want a fair shot at being in the better half of the batch

Jitha Johni

11 Nov 22

Both IIM Calcutta and IIM Kozhikode are top-notch management institutes in India. The majority of people claim that IIMC is better than IIMK just because it has a strong alumni connection and extremely experienced faculty.

But don’t make your decision solely based on this. Keep your aim in mind before deciding.

Choose IIM Calcutta if-

You want your personality to be developed to the maximum extent
You have a knack for Maths and Analytical Skills Development

Choose IIM Kozhikode if-

You want to be in the top 1% of the class
You prefer an institute with less dynamism
If you are average at Maths and Analytical Skills Development

The final decision is yours to make.

Which IIM should I prefer between Indore and Kozhikode after being a commerce graduate without experience keeping marketing as my priority?

Garima Sethi

20 Sept 21

You should prefer IIM Indore if you are considering Sales or Marketing as your career. Here are some of the reasons:

The number of fresher at IIM Indore is higher and this leads to a higher number of companies visiting during placements offering Sales and Marketing roles.
The percentage of students from each batch selected for the Sales and Marketing role is higher.
The average CTC offered is nearly equal in both. IIM Indore wins over by a slight margin with 23.6 LPA while IIMK received 22.5 LPA
IIM Kozhikode is increasing its intake of female candidates and this will bring more recruiters on board because of the additional seats. On the other hand, IIM Indore already has a great number of recruiters.

At last, the final decision should be taken by you and have faith that it will be a good decision. Both the colleges have great campuses. Wherever you go, the hard work and dedication put on will play a major role in getting the dream offer.

Will the new liberal studies and management programme at IIM Kozhikode have good placement assurance?

Sanglap Dasgupta

21 Sept 21

If you are interested in liberal studies, TISS is the best brand. It is unbeatable in this field. It offers diversified courses such as Rural Development, MSW Social Work, Development Studies, etc. The faculties are great and the student exchange program is so much better.

IIM Kozhikode is a management college where 70% of the students are engineers. You will not benefit by pursuing liberal studies from here. It is suggested if you aim for TISS and prepare for the entrance exam which is the TISS-NET.

In short, for liberal studies and humanities, TISS> IIM K.