Himachal Pradesh University (HPU), located in Shimla, offers Ph.D. programs across various disciplines. Admission to the Ph.D. program is based on entrance exams and interviews conducted by the university. Below are the key details regarding admission, mock tests, courses, and fees.
Eligibility Criteria:
Candidates must have a Master’s degree in the relevant discipline with at least 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/OBC/PwD candidates).
Candidates who have qualified for UGC-NET (including JRF), UGC-CSIR NET, SLET, or GATE are exempt from the entrance exam but must appear for the interview.
Admission Process:
Entrance Exam: Conducted by HPU for candidates who do not have NET/JRF/SLET/GATE qualifications.
Interview: Shortlisted candidates (based on entrance exam or NET/JRF qualification) are called for an interview.
Application Process:
Applications are submitted online through the official HPU website.
Candidates must pay the application fee and upload required documents.
Mock tests are available on various online platforms to help candidates prepare for the HPU Ph.D. entrance exam.
These tests simulate the actual exam pattern and help candidates assess their preparation.
Topics covered in the mock tests include:
Research Methodology
Subject-specific knowledge
General aptitude
HPU offers Ph.D. programs in a wide range of disciplines, including:
Arts: English, Hindi, History, Political Science, Sociology, etc.
Science: Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Botany, Zoology, etc.
Commerce: Commerce, Management, etc.
Education: Education, Physical Education, etc.
Law: Law and Legal Studies.
The fee structure for the Ph.D. program at HPU varies depending on the department and category of the candidate. Below is an approximate breakdown:
| Fee Component | Amount (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| Application Fee | ?1,000 - ?2,000 |
| Course Fee | ?10,000 - ?20,000 |
| Examination Fee | ?2,000 - ?5,000 |
| Other Charges | ?5,000 - ?10,000 |
| Total | ?18,000 - ?37,000 |
Note: Fees are subject to change. SC/ST/OBC candidates may have fee concessions as per university rules.
Notification Release: March-April
Application Deadline: April-May
Entrance Exam: June-July
Interview: July-August
Admission: August-September
Syllabus: Focus on the syllabus provided by HPU for the Ph.D. entrance exam.
Previous Papers: Solve previous years' question papers to understand the exam pattern.
Research Methodology: Brush up on research methodology and subject-specific concepts.
Mock Tests: Regularly take mock tests to improve time management and accuracy.