The Gokhale Institute of Politics and Economics (GIPE), Pune, offers a Full-Time Ph.D. program in various disciplines such as Economics, Political Science, Sociology, and Statistics. Admission to the Ph.D. program is based on a rigorous selection process, which includes an entrance exam and an interview. Below is a detailed guide on the admission process, sample question papers, syllabus, and other relevant information.
Eligibility Criteria:
Candidates must have a Master’s degree in a relevant discipline with at least 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PwD candidates).
Candidates with a valid UGC-NET/JRF or M.Phil. degree are exempted from the entrance exam but must appear for the interview.
Application Process:
Applications are invited through an official notification on the GIPE website.
Candidates must fill out the online application form and pay the application fee.
Selection Process:
Entrance Exam: A written test consisting of multiple-choice questions (MCQs) and descriptive questions.
Interview: Shortlisted candidates are called for an interview based on their performance in the entrance exam.
Important Dates:
The admission notification is usually released in March/April.
The entrance exam is conducted in June/July.
The entrance exam consists of two parts:
Part A: Research Methodology (50 marks)
Objective-type questions (MCQs).
Topics include research design, data collection methods, statistical tools, and hypothesis testing.
Part B: Subject-Specific Questions (50 marks)
Descriptive and objective questions based on the candidate’s chosen discipline (e.g., Economics, Political Science, etc.).
The syllabus for the entrance exam varies depending on the discipline. Below is a general outline:
Research Design
Types of Research (Descriptive, Analytical, Qualitative, Quantitative)
Data Collection Methods (Primary and Secondary)
Sampling Techniques
Hypothesis Testing
Statistical Tools (Mean, Median, Mode, Correlation, Regression)
Use of Statistical Software (SPSS, STATA, R)
Economics:
Microeconomics
Macroeconomics
Development Economics
International Economics
Public Economics
Econometrics
Political Science:
Political Theory
Indian Politics
Comparative Politics
International Relations
Public Administration
Sociology:
Sociological Theory
Social Stratification
Gender Studies
Rural and Urban Sociology
Social Research Methods
Statistics:
Probability and Statistical Inference
Linear Algebra
Multivariate Analysis
Time Series Analysis
Statistical Computing
While GIPE does not officially release sample papers, the following types of questions are commonly asked:
Which of the following is a non-probability sampling technique?
a) Simple Random Sampling
b) Stratified Sampling
c) Convenience Sampling
d) Systematic Sampling
Answer: c) Convenience Sampling
What is the purpose of a null hypothesis?
a) To prove a theory
b) To disprove a theory
c) To provide a baseline for testing
d) To summarize data
Answer: c) To provide a baseline for testing
Discuss the impact of fiscal policy on economic growth in developing countries.
Explain the concept of elasticity of demand and its practical applications.
Analyze the role of civil society in democratic governance.
Discuss the challenges of federalism in India.
Understand the Syllabus: Focus on both Research Methodology and your chosen discipline.
Practice MCQs: Use standard books on research methodology and previous years' question papers (if available).
Read Research Papers: Familiarize yourself with recent trends and developments in your field.
Revise Core Concepts: Ensure a strong grasp of fundamental theories and concepts.
For more details, visit the official GIPE website:
Gokhale Institute of Politics and Economics (GIPE)
Address: BMCC Road, Pune, Maharashtra - 411004
Email: info@gipe.ac.in
Phone: +91-20-25430200