Honorary Professional Doctorate (Non-Academic)

Honorary Professional Doctorate

Recognition-Based | Autonomous Body

About the Honorary Professional Doctorate

The Honorary Professional Doctorate is a prestigious recognition awarded to
individuals who have demonstrated long-standing professional experience, leadership,
and meaningful contribution to their respective fields and society.

This doctorate is honorary in nature and is conferred without academic coursework,
examinations, or research submission.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Minimum 10–15 years of professional / field experience
  • Proven contribution in education, healthcare, skill development, social service, business, industry, arts, culture, media, science, technology, public service, or leadership
  • Academic qualification is not mandatory if professional experience is substantial

Application Process

  1. Submission of Honorary Professional Doctorate Application Form
  2. Submission of supporting documents and experience proof
  3. Screening and evaluation by the Award Evaluation Committee
  4. Approval / Selection intimation to the applicant
  5. Payment of applicable fee
  6. Dispatch of kit or participation in convocation (as per selected mode)

Modes of Conferment & Fees

1. Courier Mode (Without Physical Convocation)

Total Fee: ₹68,800/- (All Inclusive)

This mode is suitable for applicants who are unable to attend the convocation ceremony.
The Honorary Professional Doctorate Certificate and Membership are dispatched via secure courier.

Courier Mode – Honorary Doctorate Kit Includes:

  • Honorary Professional Doctorate Certificate (Lifetime Validity)
  • Square Academic Cap (Mortar Board)
  • Academic Regalia (Long Gown)
  • Official Pen
  • Official T-Shirt
  • Official Diary
  • Logo & Stickers for Promotional Purpose

2. Convocation Mode (Physical Ceremony)

Total Fee: ₹1,08,000/- (All Inclusive)

Under this mode, the Honorary Professional Doctorate is formally conferred during the
official Convocation Ceremony.

Convocation Mode Includes:

  • Formal degree conferment during convocation
  • Honorary Professional Doctorate Certificate
  • Academic Regalia & Cap
  • Convocation participation
  • Official records and registration
  • Group photographs (where applicable)

Usage of “Dr.” Title

Awardees may use the title “Dr.” strictly as an honorary designation.
The title must not be represented as an earned academic or research-based Ph.D.

Benefits of Honorary Professional Doctorate

  • Lifetime professional recognition
  • Enhanced personal and professional credibility
  • National & international recognition
  • Association with an autonomous professional body
  • Motivation for continued social and professional contribution

Important Legal Disclaimer

This Honorary Professional Doctorate is awarded by an autonomous, non-government body.
It is not equivalent to a Ph.D. degree recognized by UGC, AICTE, or any statutory university.
It does not grant eligibility for academic teaching, research supervision, or university appointments.

Apply Now

Interested candidates may apply through the official application form along with
supporting documents for evaluation.