As of my last update in October 2023, the Central University of Orissa (CUO) offers part-time Ph.D. programs in various disciplines. Admission to these programs is typically based on an entrance exam followed by an interview or counseling process. Below is a general overview of the admission process, counseling schedule, and selection criteria for part-time Ph.D. programs at CUO:
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 meet the specific requirements of the department they are applying to.
For part-time Ph.D., candidates must be employed and provide a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their employer.
Entrance Exam:
Admission is based on a written entrance test conducted by the university.
The exam typically consists of research methodology and subject-specific questions.
Candidates who have qualified for UGC-NET/JRF, CSIR-NET/JRF, SLET, or GATE may be exempt from the entrance exam.
Interview/Counseling:
Shortlisted candidates based on the entrance exam (or exempted candidates) are called for an interview or counseling session.
The final selection is based on the candidate’s performance in the entrance exam and interview.
The counseling schedule is usually announced after the declaration of the entrance exam results.
Candidates must check the official website of CUO (www.cuo.ac.in) for updates on counseling dates, venues, and required documents.
During counseling, candidates must bring original documents for verification, including:
Mark sheets and certificates (10th, 12th, Graduation, Postgraduation).
Entrance exam scorecard (if applicable).
No Objection Certificate (NOC) from employer (for part-time Ph.D.).
Category certificate (if applicable).
Entrance Exam Performance: Weightage is given to the candidate’s score in the written test.
Interview Performance: Candidates are evaluated on their research aptitude, subject knowledge, and proposed research area.
Final Merit List: The university prepares a merit list based on the combined performance in the entrance exam and interview.
The application process for part-time Ph.D. programs is usually announced on the university’s official website.
Candidates must regularly check the website for updates on admission notifications, entrance exam dates, and counseling schedules.
For part-time Ph.D., candidates must ensure they can balance their professional commitments with research work.
For more details, candidates can contact the Central University of Orissa:
Website: www.cuo.ac.in
Email: info@cuo.ac.in
Phone: +91-6854-288734 (Admission Office)