The Central University of Kashmir (CUK) offers Distance Ph.D. programs for students who wish to pursue research in various disciplines. Below are the key details regarding admission, application form, results, and entrance-based selection for the Distance Ph.D. program:
Eligibility Criteria:
Candidates must have a Master’s degree in a relevant discipline with at least 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/OBC/PWD candidates).
Candidates must qualify for the entrance exam conducted by the university or be exempted based on UGC-NET/JRF/SLET/GATE or other equivalent exams.
Work experience and research proposals may also be considered during the selection process.
Disciplines Offered:
The university offers Ph.D. programs in various fields such as Education, Management, Social Sciences, Languages, and more. Check the official website for the latest list of disciplines.
Application Process:
Visit the official website of the Central University of Kashmir: www.cukashmir.ac.in.
Navigate to the Admissions section and find the link for Distance Ph.D. Admission.
Register online and fill out the application form with the required details.
Upload scanned copies of necessary documents (e.g., mark sheets, certificates, photo, signature, etc.).
Pay the application fee online through the provided payment gateway.
Application Fee:
The fee varies for different categories (General, OBC, SC/ST, etc.). Check the official notification for the exact amount.
Entrance Exam:
Candidates who do not have UGC-NET/JRF/SLET/GATE or equivalent qualifications must appear for the Ph.D. Entrance Test (PET) conducted by the university.
The exam typically consists of two parts:
Research Methodology: Tests the candidate’s understanding of research techniques.
Subject-Specific Knowledge: Tests the candidate’s expertise in the chosen discipline.
The exam is usually conducted in online or offline mode, depending on the university’s decision.
Interview:
Shortlisted candidates based on the entrance exam or exemption criteria are called for an interview/viva voce.
The interview assesses the candidate’s research aptitude, subject knowledge, and proposed research area.
Entrance Exam Results:
The results of the Ph.D. Entrance Test (PET) are published on the official website of the university.
Candidates can check their results by logging into the admission portal using their credentials.
Final Selection List:
The final merit list is prepared based on the candidate’s performance in the entrance exam (if applicable) and the interview.
Selected candidates are notified via the university’s website and email.
Exemption from Entrance Exam:
Candidates with UGC-NET/JRF, CSIR-NET, SLET, GATE, or similar qualifications are exempted from the entrance exam but must appear for the interview.
Research Proposal:
Candidates are required to submit a research proposal during the application process. This proposal plays a crucial role in the selection process.
Duration of the Program:
The minimum duration for a Distance Ph.D. program is 3 years, and the maximum duration is 6 years.
For further details, candidates can contact the university:
Website: www.cukashmir.ac.in
Email: info@cukashmir.ac.in
Phone: Contact the university’s admission office for queries.