Banda University of Agriculture & Technology (BUAT) offers full-time Ph.D. programs in various disciplines related to agriculture, technology, and allied sciences. Below are the details regarding eligibility, admission process, and steps to check results.
To be eligible for a full-time Ph.D. program at BUAT, candidates must meet the following criteria:
Educational Qualification:
A Master’s degree (M.Sc./M.Tech/M.A./M.S.W. or equivalent) in a relevant field with a minimum of 60% marks or 6.0/10.0 CGPA (55% or 5.5/10.0 CGPA for SC/ST/OBC candidates).
The degree must be from a recognized university or institution.
Entrance Exam:
Candidates must qualify for the BUAT Ph.D. Entrance Examination or have a valid score in national-level tests like UGC-NET (including JRF), CSIR-NET, ICAR-NET, GATE, or equivalent.
Interview:
Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview or presentation of their research proposal.
Age Limit:
There is no specific age limit for Ph.D. admission.
Relaxation:
Relaxation in marks and age is provided as per government norms for reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC/PwD).
Visit the Official Website:
Go to the official website of BUAT: https://www.buat.edu.in.
Check Notification:
Look for the Ph.D. admission notification under the "Admissions" or "Notifications" section.
Fill the Application Form:
Register online and fill out the application form with personal, academic, and research details.
Upload Documents:
Upload scanned copies of required documents (mark sheets, certificates, photo, signature, etc.).
Pay Application Fee:
Pay the application fee online through net banking, credit/debit card, or other available modes.
Submit the Form:
Review the application and submit it. Take a printout of the confirmation page for future reference.
Visit the Official Website:
Go to https://www.buat.edu.in.
Find the Result Link:
Look for the "Results" or "Ph.D. Entrance Result" link on the homepage or under the "Examinations" section.
Enter Login Details:
Enter your registration number, date of birth, or other required details to access the result.
Download/Print Result:
View and download the result. Take a printout for future reference.
BUAT may offer lateral entry to Ph.D. programs for candidates who have completed M.Phil. or have significant research experience. The eligibility and process for lateral entry are as follows:
Eligibility:
Candidates with an M.Phil. degree in a relevant field or those who have completed at least 2 years of research after their Master’s degree may apply.
Exemption from Entrance Exam:
Candidates with a valid M.Phil. degree or those who have qualified for national-level exams (UGC-NET, CSIR-NET, ICAR-NET, GATE, etc.) may be exempted from the entrance exam.
Direct Interview:
Eligible candidates will be called for an interview or research presentation.
Keep track of the admission schedule and deadlines.
Prepare a strong research proposal for the interview.
Regularly check the official website for updates and notifications.