Sikkim Skill University offers the Ph.D. in Digital Media Research with a minimum duration of 3 years, designed for scholars seeking advanced research opportunities in digital media, multimedia communication, social media analytics, digital journalism, interactive media, audience behavior, artificial intelligence in media, and emerging communication technologies. The program emphasizes original research, interdisciplinary innovation, and academic excellence under expert faculty guidance. Scholars undertake rigorous coursework, publish research in reputed journals, present papers at national and international conferences, and complete a doctoral thesis that contributes to the advancement of digital media research. Graduates are prepared for careers in academia, research institutions, media organizations, policy research, consulting, and digital communication industries.