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Compare M.Phil and DNB: eligibility, entrance exams, salaries, recruiters, and FAQs.
Based on salary, fees, return on fees, admission routes and career options. Figures are midpoints of the ranges reported across colleges.
DNB is the more affordable option (typical fees ₹ 1.6 L vs ₹ 4.3 L for M.Phil). Government colleges bring it to about ₹ 1.6 L.
M.Phil admits via XAT, TANCET; DNB admits via Neet PG.
Comes out ahead on the most parameters in this comparison.
A good pick if its strengths match your priorities.
DNB leads on lower average fees (₹ 1.6 L). None of the compared parameters favour M.Phil, though it may still be the right fit for you. Weigh these against your eligibility, preferred entrance exams and career interests.
Key Metrics
Average Salary
₹ 2.5 L - ₹ 9.0 L
Median Salary
₹ 1.3 L - ₹ 14.4 L
Average Fees
₹ 1.8 K - ₹ 8.5 L
Top Recruiters
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Key Metrics
Average Fees
₹ 39.0 K - ₹ 2.9 L
Top Recruiters
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For M.Phil, the most frequently associated entrance exams (by programme–college hits) are: XAT, TANCET. Figures aggregate active college–programme mappings across all colleges for each course.
For DNB, the most frequently associated entrance exams are: Neet PG. Figures aggregate active college–programme mappings across all colleges for each course.
DNB has a lower midpoint within its fees span (₹39,000 – ₹2,85,000) than M.Phil (₹1,750 – ₹8,54,000).
The most common duration shown is 1 year for M.Phil and 3 years for DNB.
