The article discusses how Ph.D. scholars in India can choose the right method for collecting research data. It explains the differences between qualitative and quantitative data, primary and secondary data, and various data collection methods. By understanding these methods, scholars can make informed choices that will guide them through their research. The study used a postmodernism philosophical paradigm and an inductive research approach, focusing on observation and longitudinal data collection. The key finding is that by selecting the appropriate data collection method, scholars can determine other important aspects of their research, such as the time frame, sample size, sampling technique, data analysis, and research design.