As of my last update in October 2023, here’s a general overview of the Adikavi Nannaya University (ANU), Rajahmundry Full-Time Ph.D. admission process, entrance exams, results, and average fees. For the most accurate and updated information, please visit the official ANU website or contact the university directly.
Eligibility Criteria:
Candidates must have a Master’s degree in a relevant discipline with a minimum of 55% marks (50% for SC/ST candidates).
Candidates who have qualified in UGC-NET, CSIR-NET, GATE, or other equivalent national-level exams may be exempted from the entrance exam.
Application Process:
Applications are typically submitted online through the official ANU website.
Candidates need to fill out the application form, upload required documents, and pay the application fee.
Entrance Exam:
ANU conducts a Ph.D. entrance exam for candidates who do not have a valid score in national-level exams like UGC-NET, CSIR-NET, or GATE.
The exam usually consists of multiple-choice questions (MCQs) covering research methodology and subject-specific knowledge.
Interview:
Shortlisted candidates (based on entrance exam scores or national-level exam qualifications) are called for an interview.
The interview assesses the candidate’s research aptitude, proposed research topic, and suitability for the program.
Admission Offer:
Final selection is based on the candidate’s performance in the entrance exam (if applicable) and interview.
Selected candidates receive an admission offer and must complete the enrollment process.
The results of the Ph.D. entrance exam are usually published on the official ANU website.
Candidates can check their results by entering their roll number or application number.
The fee structure for Ph.D. programs varies depending on the department and category of the candidate (general/OBC/SC/ST).
On average, the total fee for a full-time Ph.D. program ranges from ?20,000 to ?50,000 per year.
Additional charges may include registration fees, library fees, and thesis submission fees.
The Ph.D. program duration is typically 3 to 5 years.
Candidates are required to submit a research proposal during the application process.
Regular coursework and research progress evaluations are part of the program.