In order to excel in the field of education and training, research is one of essential components in any higher education institution. Research is the best tool to enhance knowledge and facilitate learning. Academic research conducted by students are not only beneficial students but also for the entire community. Recognising the importance of research for aspiring scholars, academic community, and society at large, the department has started offering Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Commerce programme from the academic session 2020-2021. Students with master’s degree in commerce, Economics and certain professional courses are eligible to apply for the programme in the department. Scholars joining the Ph.D. programme in the department need to compulsorily complete the coursework. During the coursework, students need to complete 16 credit courses over the period of one year or two academic semesters. During the course of the Ph.D. programme, the department encourages scholars to participate and present research papers in different national and international conferences. Besides, department also guides and motivates scholars to publish quality research papers in reputed peer-reviewed journals. The aim of the department is to inculcate qualities of a good researchers in every scholar joining the department so that, after completion of the course, they can excel in their fields of specialisation and become capable of carrying out independent research