Ph.D. in Social Work at VIT Vellore: overview

VIT Vellore, Vellore, Tamil Nadu, offers Ph.D. in Social Work as a 30-month doctoral degree. The total fee on record is ₹1.03 lakh, which works out to about ₹3,000 a year.

VIT Vellore is a other institute, founded in 1984. This page brings together what is on record for this course at VIT Vellore — fees, seats, eligibility, the admission route and placements — so you can judge it before you apply.

Ph.D. in Social Work fees at VIT Vellore

The fee figures on record for this course are below. Fees are for the whole course unless marked otherwise, and apply to Ph.D programmes at VIT Vellore as a group.

FeeAmount
Total course fee₹1.03 lakh
Tuition fee₹1 lakh
Approximate cost per year₹3,000

Colleges revise fees most years, and hostel, transport and exam charges are often billed separately. Confirm the current figure with VIT Vellore before you pay anything.

Ph.D. in Social Work eligibility

To get into Ph.D. in Social Work, you usually need a master's degree in a related subject.

Admission to this kind of course is usually through UGC NET and a university's own test. Reserved-category candidates generally get a relaxation in the minimum marks. Check VIT Vellore's prospectus for the exact cut-off this year.

How to get admission to Ph.D. in Social Work at VIT Vellore

In most years, admission follows these steps:

  1. Check that you meet the eligibility above and register for the entrance exam in time.
  2. Take UGC NET and a university's own test and keep your scorecard.
  3. Apply to VIT Vellore on its website (www.vit.ac.in) or through the enquiry form on this page, and take part in counselling if a state or central body runs it.
  4. Once you are offered a seat, verify your documents (marksheets, ID, category certificate if any) and pay the admission fee to confirm it.

Ph.D. in Social Work placements at VIT Vellore

The most recent placement data we hold (2024) show an average package of ₹9.9 lakh and a highest package of ₹15 lakh at VIT Vellore. These are college-wide figures, not only for this specialisation.

Placement numbers vary a lot by year and by branch. Ask the placement cell for the branch-wise report of the last two batches.

Other Ph.D specialisations at VIT Vellore

Is Ph.D. in Social Work at VIT Vellore right for you?

Ask yourself — and the college — these questions first:

  • Do the subjects of Ph.D. in Social Work genuinely interest you? You will spend 30 months on them.
  • Can you manage ₹1.03 lakh over the course, plus hostel and living costs? Ask about scholarships and education loans.
  • Are the placement figures above good enough for your goals? Ask for the branch-wise numbers.
  • How does VIT Vellore compare with other colleges offering Ph.D in and around Vellore?

Ph.D. in Social Work at VIT Vellore: FAQs

What is the fee for Ph.D. in Social Work at VIT Vellore?

The total fee on record for Ph.D. in Social Work at VIT Vellore is ₹1.03 lakh, about ₹3,000 a year. Hostel and other charges may be extra.

How long is Ph.D. in Social Work at VIT Vellore?

Ph.D. in Social Work at VIT Vellore is a 30-month full-time doctoral course.

What is the eligibility for Ph.D. in Social Work?

You usually need a master's degree in a related subject. Admission is usually through UGC NET and a university's own test. Check the college's prospectus for this year's cut-off.

What are the placements like at VIT Vellore?

In 2024, VIT Vellore recorded an average package of ₹9.9 lakh and a highest package of ₹15 lakh. These are college-wide figures.

Which other Ph.D specialisations does VIT Vellore offer?

Besides Ph.D. in Social Work, VIT Vellore offers Ph.D. in Business Administration in Management, Ph.D. in Sociology, Ph.D in Bio Sciences and Biotechnology, Ph.D in Mathematics, Ph.D in Data Science, Ph.D. in Design, Ph.D. in Food Science and Technology and Ph.D. in Computer Science and Engineering and 9 more.

Is VIT Vellore a government or private college?

VIT Vellore is a other institute, founded in 1984, located in Vellore, Tamil Nadu.