Hemwati Nandan Bahuguna Garhwal University (HNBGU), formerly known as Hemwati Nandan Bahuguna Garhwal University (HVSU), offers Ph.D. programs in various disciplines. Below is a detailed guide on eligibility, the admission process, recommended books, and the online application process.
Educational Qualification:
Candidates must have a Master’s degree in a relevant field with at least 55% marks (or an equivalent grade) from a recognized university.
For SC/ST/OBC (non-creamy layer)/PwD candidates, the minimum requirement is 50% marks.
Entrance Exam:
Candidates must qualify for the HNBGU Ph.D. Entrance Test (PET) or have a valid score in UGC-NET/JRF, CSIR-NET/JRF, SLET, or GATE.
Interview:
Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview or presentation of their research proposal.
Notification:
The university releases an official admission notification on its website: HNBGU Official Website.
Online Application:
Visit the official website and register for the Ph.D. program.
Fill out the application form and upload required documents (e.g., mark sheets, certificates, research proposal, etc.).
Pay the application fee online.
Entrance Exam:
Appear for the HNBGU Ph.D. Entrance Test (PET) if you do not have a valid NET/JRF/SLET/GATE score.
Interview:
Attend the interview or research presentation round.
Final Selection:
Selection is based on the entrance exam score, interview performance, and availability of guides in the chosen research area.
The entrance exam generally tests research aptitude, subject knowledge, and general awareness. Below are some recommended books:
Research Aptitude:
Research Methodology: Methods and Techniques by C.R. Kothari.
Research Methodology by Ranjit Kumar.
Subject-Specific Books:
Refer to standard textbooks related to your Master’s degree subject.
General Awareness:
Manorama Yearbook for current affairs.
Lucent’s General Knowledge.
UGC-NET/JRF Guide:
Trueman’s UGC NET/SET General Paper I.
Visit the official website: HNBGU Admission Portal.
Click on the Ph.D. Admission link.
Register with your email ID and mobile number.
Fill out the application form with personal, academic, and research details.
Upload scanned copies of:
Photograph and signature.
Mark sheets and certificates.
Research proposal (if required).
Category certificate (if applicable).
Pay the application fee online via debit/credit card, net banking, or UPI.
Submit the application and take a printout for future reference.
Ensure your research proposal is well-prepared and aligns with the expertise of available faculty.
Regularly check the university website for updates on admission dates and results.
Contact the university’s admission department for any queries.