Krea University has opened applications for the January 2027 PhD intake at the School of Interwoven Arts and Sciences (SIAS). Students can apply for full-time or part-time/Faculty Improvement Programme (FIP) study. The application deadline is November 15, 2026.
The university has listed the research assessment for the first week of December, interviews for the second week and results for the third week of December. Registration, orientation and classes are planned for the second week of January 2027. Krea says these dates may change.
Krea University SIAS PhD Admission 2027: Important dates
| Event | Date or time |
|---|---|
| Application opens | October 20, 2026 |
| Last date to apply | November 15, 2026 |
| Krea Research Eligibility Assessment | First week of December 2026 |
| Online interviews | Second week of December 2026 |
| Result announcement | Third week of December 2026 |
| Registration, orientation and classes | Second week of January 2027 |
The university may revise the dates. Shortlisted students will receive interview details by email.
Who can apply for the SIAS PhD?
Full-time PhD
- Applicants must be 30 years old or younger.
- They need a postgraduate degree such as MA, MSc or MPhil, or a four-year undergraduate degree in the relevant subject from a UGC-recognised institution.
- At least 55% marks are needed in Class 12 or equivalent, undergraduate and postgraduate study.
- A 5% marks relaxation is listed for SC, ST, OBC (NCL), PwD and EWS applicants.
Part-time or FIP
- Applicants must be 50 years old or younger.
- A relevant postgraduate degree and at least 55% marks in Class 12 or equivalent, undergraduate and postgraduate study are required.
- Applicants need three years of work experience, including probation if applicable.
- A no-objection certificate (NOC) from the employer is required.
How will Krea select PhD students?
For full-time applicants, Krea will first screen the applications. Students may then have to take the Krea Research Eligibility Assessment, if it applies to their research area. Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Studies, History and Politics will follow the UGC postgraduate-level curriculum. The university also lists valid national scores such as NET-JRF, JEST and NBHM-JRF as possible routes. Shortlisted students will be called for a personal interview before the final result.
Part-time and FIP applicants go through application screening and a personal interview.
Fees and fellowship
| Fee or support | Amount |
|---|---|
| Application or admission fee | ₹500, non-refundable |
| Acceptance fee | ₹5,000, adjusted against the security deposit |
| Refundable security deposit | ₹25,000 |
| Annual full-time fee | ₹6,000 |
| Annual part-time/FIP fee | ₹1,00,000 |
| Full-time hostel fee | ₹7,500 per month, subject to revision |
The current dining charge listed by Krea is ₹5,400 per month. The dissertation submission fee is ₹5,000. These charges are separate from the annual academic fee.
Full-time scholars are listed for a fellowship of ₹50,000 per month in the first and second years and ₹52,000 in the third, fourth and fifth years. The fellowship is offered for four years. It may continue into the fifth year only after a Doctoral Committee recommendation and approval from the Dean of Research. A PhD can take up to eight years, but the fellowship and on-campus stay support do not continue beyond the fifth year.
What to do next
- Open the SIAS PhD application page and create your account.
- Choose the research area that matches your degree and interest.
- Keep Class 12, undergraduate and postgraduate marksheets ready.
- Check whether your area needs the Krea assessment or an accepted national test score.
- If you are applying part-time or through FIP, arrange the employer NOC.
- Submit the form and save the confirmation before November 15, 2026.
Krea University SIAS PhD Admission 2027: FAQs
What is the last date to apply?
The last date listed for the January 2027 intake is November 15, 2026.
Is the age limit the same for both modes?
No. The full-time age limit is 30 years, while the part-time/FIP age limit is 50 years.
Do part-time applicants need an NOC?
Yes. Krea asks part-time/FIP applicants to submit an NOC from their employer.
How much fellowship is listed for full-time scholars?
The listed amount is ₹50,000 per month for the first two years and ₹52,000 per month for the next years, subject to the university's extension rule for the fifth year.
