KSOU's PhD in Environmental Science is a research-based course intended to make scholars successful researchers, academics, and professionals in environmental sciences. The course strictly follows the University Grants Commission (UGC) Minimum Standards and Procedures for the Award of Ph.D. Degree as per 2016 Guidelines to ensure that it is up to national and international academic standards.

The curriculum emphasizes providing scholars with superior research abilities through a sequential combination of coursework, seminars, and the dissertation process. Major topics are Research Methodology, a Cognate Subject related to the scholar's research interest, Research Publication and Ethics, the Area of Specialization, and a Viva Voce for final examination.

Admission is usually at the level of a relevant master's degree with passing marks. Candidates have to pass an entrance test and interview according to UGC and KSOU rules. Minimum time to complete is three years, maximum six years.

The students can also opt for an online DBA(Doctorate of Business Administration). This program is specially designed for the working professionals who wants to earn a Dr. title but without leaving their jobs. An online DBA is equivalent to a PhD and it take at least 3 to 5 years to get completed. 

If you are thinking about what makes an online DBA different from a PhD and why you should can pursue it, then one of the main advantages is that you do not have to give any entrance exam for it. As this course is offered by foreign universities, the candidates do not need to relocate as they can take the online classes. This program is valid in India, and after the completion of DB,A the students will get the Dr. title in their name. The duration of this course in approximately 3 to 5 years.