Sikkim Skill University offers the Ph.D. in Tourism & Hospitality with a minimum duration of 3 years, designed for scholars seeking advanced research opportunities in tourism development, hospitality management, destination planning, travel industry systems, service quality, and sustainable tourism practices. The program emphasizes original research, academic excellence, and industry relevance under expert supervision. Scholars undertake coursework, publish research in reputed journals, and participate in national and international conferences. The program culminates in a doctoral thesis that contributes to tourism and hospitality knowledge. Graduates are prepared for careers in academia, research institutions, tourism boards, hospitality organizations, consultancy firms, and global tourism development agencies.