1. Admission Process:
Eligibility: Candidates must hold a Master’s degree in a relevant field with at least 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/OBC candidates).
Entrance Exam: Admission typically involves an entrance test followed by an interview. Candidates with UGC-NET/JRF, SLET, or M.Phil. may be exempt from the entrance exam.
Application: Applications are submitted online through the university’s official website during the admission period.
2. Application Fees:
General/OBC: Approximately ?1000-?1500.
SC/ST: Approximately ?500-?750.
Payment is usually made online via debit/credit card, net banking, or other digital methods.
3. Future Scope:
Academic Careers: Ph.D. graduates can pursue roles as professors, researchers, or academic administrators.
Research Opportunities: Opportunities exist in both public and private research institutions.
Industry Roles: Ph.D. holders are sought after in industries like pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, IT, and consulting for R&D and leadership positions.
Government Jobs: Eligibility for higher-level positions in government research organizations and public sector undertakings.
Entrepreneurship: Potential to start ventures based on research expertise.
4. Key Points:
Duration: Typically 3-5 years.
Supervision: Students work under a faculty supervisor.
Thesis Submission: Requires original research and a thesis submission followed by a viva voce.