Notification: BNMU releases Ph.D. admission notifications on its official website and through other official channels.
Application: Candidates must fill out the online application form available on the university’s website.
Entrance Exam: Eligible candidates are required to appear for a Ph.D. entrance exam conducted by the university.
Interview: Shortlisted candidates based on the entrance exam are called for an interview or viva voce.
Final Selection: The final selection is based on the candidate’s performance in the entrance exam and interview, along with their academic record.
The cut-off for the Ph.D. entrance exam varies each year depending on factors such as the number of applicants, the difficulty level of the exam, and the availability of seats.
Candidates must score above the minimum cut-off marks to qualify for the interview round.
Master’s Degree: Candidates must have a Master’s degree in a relevant field from a recognized university with a minimum of 55% marks (or an equivalent grade).
Relaxation: A 5% relaxation in marks (i.e., 50%) is provided for SC/ST/OBC (non-creamy layer)/differently-abled candidates.
M.Phil. Degree: Candidates with an M.Phil. degree in a relevant field may be given preference or exemption from the entrance exam, depending on university regulations.
NET/JRF/SLET: Candidates who have qualified for UGC-NET (including JRF)/UGC-CSIR NET (including JRF)/SLET/GATE/teacher fellowship holders are often exempted from the entrance exam but must appear for the interview.
Mark sheets and certificates of qualifying examinations.
Proof of date of birth.
Category certificate (if applicable).
Valid scorecard of NET/JRF/SLET/GATE (if applicable).
Research proposal (as per university guidelines).
No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the employer (if employed).
The minimum duration for a full-time Ph.D. program is typically 3 years, and the maximum duration is 6 years.
BNMU offers Ph.D. programs in various disciplines, including Science, Arts, Commerce, Social Sciences, and Management. Candidates must choose a research area aligned with their Master’s degree.
The fee structure for the Ph.D. program varies depending on the department and category of the candidate. Detailed fee information is available in the official admission notification.
For more details, visit the official website of B.N. Mandal University or contact the university’s admission office.