1. Admission Process:
Eligibility: Candidates must have a Master’s degree with at least 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/OBC/PwD candidates) in a relevant subject from a recognized university.
Entrance Exam: CU conducts an entrance exam for Ph.D. admissions. Candidates who have qualified UGC-NET (including JRF)/UGC-CSIR NET (including JRF)/SLET/GATE/teacher fellowship holder or have passed the M.Phil. program are exempted from the entrance test.
Interview: Shortlisted candidates are called for an interview/viva voce.
2. Cutoff:
The cutoff marks for the Ph.D. entrance exam vary each year depending on the number of applicants and the difficulty level of the exam. Generally, candidates need to score above 50% to qualify for the interview round.
3. Books:
Research Methodology:
"Research Methodology: Methods and Techniques" by C.R. Kothari
"Research Methodology: A Step-by-Step Guide for Beginners" by Ranjit Kumar
Subject-Specific Books: Depending on your field of study, refer to advanced textbooks and research papers in your area of specialization.
General Aptitude:
"Quantitative Aptitude" by R.S. Aggarwal
"Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning" by R.S. Aggarwal
4. Mock Tests:
Online Platforms: Websites like Gradeup, Testbook, and Unacademy offer mock tests for Ph.D. entrance exams.
Previous Year Papers: Solving previous years' question papers of CU Ph.D. entrance exam can help you understand the exam pattern and difficulty level.
Coaching Institutes: If you prefer classroom coaching, institutes like TIME, Career Launcher, and others offer test series for Ph.D. entrance exams.
Understand the Syllabus: Make sure you are well-versed with the syllabus and exam pattern.
Time Management: Practice managing your time effectively during the exam.
Regular Revision: Regularly revise the topics you have studied.
Stay Updated: Keep yourself updated with the latest research trends and developments in your field.
Official Website: CU Chandigarh
Admission Portal: CU Ph.D. Admission