| Name of the Process | Dates |
| Application opens | Friday, 31 December 2021 |
| Deadline for submission of application | Monday, 14 March 2022 |
| Announcement of shortlist | Friday, 09 April 2021 |
| On-line Interviews | Friday, 16 April 2021 Saturday, 17 April 2021 Sunday, 18 April 2021 |
| Announcement of results | Friday, 30 April 2021 |
| Registration for the programme and commencement of classes | Thursday, 01 July 2021 |
*Above dates are tentative and are subject to change
| Name of the Process | Extended Timelines |
| Application opens | 9 December 2025 |
| Early Deadline for submission of application | 28 February 2026 |
| Deadline for submission of application | 31 March 2026 |
| Krea Research Eligibility Assessment | IFMR GSB: Apr 5, 2026 (Sat) between 5 pm – 6.30 pm (online through Zoom) SIAS: TBA |
| Announcement of first shortlist ** | 30 April 2026 |
| Online Interviews *** | 1st week of May 2026 |
| Announcement of results | 3rd week of May 2026 |
| Registration, Orientation and Classes begin | 1st week of July 2026 |
* These dates are tentative and subject to change. This page will be updated periodically during the admission cycle.
** Shortlisted will be intimated by an email with all details. Interviews will be conducted online or in person as decided by the university.
*** Candidates who have applied to the Part-time PhD programme must provide NOC from their employer.