Harcourt Butler Technical University (HBTU), located in Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, offers part-time Ph.D. programs for working professionals who wish to pursue research while continuing their employment. The part-time Ph.D. program is designed to provide flexibility to candidates who cannot commit to full-time research.
Eligibility Criteria:
Candidates must have a Master’s degree in a relevant field with a minimum of 55% marks (or equivalent CGPA).
For SC/ST/OBC (non-creamy layer)/differently-abled candidates, the minimum requirement is 50%.
Candidates must have at least two years of professional work experience in a relevant field.
Entrance Exam:
HBTU conducts an entrance examination for Ph.D. admissions.
Candidates who qualify for UGC-NET (including JRF), CSIR-NET, GATE, or SLET are exempt from the entrance exam.
Interview:
Shortlisted candidates are called for an interview or presentation of their research proposal.
The final selection is based on the candidate’s performance in the entrance exam (if applicable), interview, and academic record.
Application Process:
Applications are submitted online through the official HBTU website.
Required documents include academic transcripts, work experience certificates, research proposal, and qualifying exam scores (if applicable).
The cutoff for the Ph.D. entrance exam is determined by HBTU based on the number of applicants, available seats, and overall performance.
Merit-based selection is done by considering:
Entrance exam score (if applicable).
Academic performance (Master’s and Bachelor’s degree marks).
Work experience and relevance to the research area.
Performance in the interview and research proposal presentation.
Academic Career:
A Ph.D. from HBTU opens doors to teaching and research positions in universities, colleges, and research institutions.
Opportunities to work as a professor, assistant professor, or research scientist.
Industry Opportunities:
Ph.D. holders are highly valued in R&D departments of industries such as engineering, technology, pharmaceuticals, and manufacturing.
Leadership roles in innovation and product development.
Entrepreneurship:
Ph.D. graduates can start their own ventures or consultancies in their area of expertise.
Government and Public Sector:
Opportunities in government research organizations, public sector undertakings (PSUs), and policy-making bodies.
Further Research:
Post-doctoral research opportunities in India and abroad.
Collaboration with international universities and research organizations.
Ensure your research proposal aligns with the expertise of HBTU faculty.
Part-time Ph.D. requires a commitment to balancing work and research.
Stay updated with HBTU’s official notifications for admission dates and requirements.
For more details, visit the official HBTU website: https://hbtu.ac.in.