Banaras Hindu University (BHU) offers part-time Ph.D. programs for working professionals and researchers who wish to pursue doctoral studies while continuing their employment. The admission process, counselling schedule, results, and recruitment opportunities vary depending on the department and the specific guidelines issued by the university. Below is a general overview of the process:
Eligibility Criteria:
Candidates must hold a Master’s degree in the relevant discipline with at least 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/OBC/PwD candidates).
Candidates must be employed in a recognized institution/organization and have at least two years of work experience.
A No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the employer is mandatory.
Application Process:
Applications are invited through an online portal on the official BHU website (www.bhu.ac.in).
Candidates must fill out the application form, upload required documents, and pay the application fee.
Entrance Exam:
Candidates are required to appear for the BHU Research Entrance Test (RET) or qualify in UGC-NET/JRF, CSIR-NET/JRF, or other equivalent exams.
The entrance exam consists of multiple-choice questions (MCQs) based on research methodology and subject-specific knowledge.
Interview:
Shortlisted candidates are called for an interview/viva voce conducted by the respective department.
The counselling schedule for part-time Ph.D. admissions is usually announced after the declaration of the entrance exam results.
Candidates must attend the counselling session in person or online (as per university guidelines) to complete the admission formalities.
The schedule is published on the official BHU website and the respective department’s notice board.
The results of the entrance exam and the final selection list are published on the BHU website.
Candidates can check their results by entering their application number and date of birth on the result portal.
After completing a part-time Ph.D. from BHU, candidates can explore various career opportunities in:
Academic Sector:
Teaching and research positions in universities, colleges, and research institutions.
Government Sector:
Research and development roles in government organizations like ISRO, DRDO, CSIR, etc.
Private Sector:
R&D roles in industries, consultancy firms, and corporate research labs.
Entrepreneurship:
Starting your own research-based venture or consultancy.
NGOs and Think Tanks:
Working with non-governmental organizations and policy research institutes.
BHU Official Website: www.bhu.ac.in
BHU Admission Portal: bhuonline.in
BHU Research Entrance Test (RET) Details: Check the notification on the website.