Doctor of Philosophy (Ph. D) was started in RIPER in year 2013. Every year number of Full-Time Ph.D. seats allotted by JNTUA, Ananthapuramu.

The Ph. D. course work at RIPER is designed to prepare every student to make active participation in the development and growth of pharmaceutical sciences in industry, health care and research organisations. The course impart advance skill in the handling and operation  of sophisticated instruments, and develops research oriental skills.