Kerala Agricultural University (KAU) offers part-time Ph.D. programs for working professionals who wish to pursue research while continuing their employment. Here’s a general guide to the admission process, counseling schedule, steps to check results, and qualification criteria:
Notification: KAU releases an official admission notification on its website (www.kau.in) detailing the availability of seats, eligibility criteria, and application deadlines.
Eligibility: Candidates must meet the academic and professional qualifications specified by the university.
Application: Submit the application form online through the KAU admission portal.
Entrance Exam: Candidates may need to appear for an entrance exam (if applicable) followed by an interview.
Selection: Selection is based on academic merit, entrance exam scores, and performance in the interview.
After the entrance exam and interview, KAU releases a counseling schedule for selected candidates.
Steps to Check Counseling Schedule:
Visit the official KAU website: www.kau.in.
Navigate to the "Admissions" or "Notifications" section.
Look for the Part-Time Ph.D. counseling schedule notification.
Download the schedule and check the date, time, and venue for counseling.
Documents Required for Counseling:
Original and photocopies of academic certificates.
Proof of employment (for part-time Ph.D. candidates).
Entrance exam scorecard (if applicable).
Photo ID proof.
KAU publishes the results of the entrance exam and final selection list on its official website.
Steps to Check Results:
Go to the KAU website: www.kau.in.
Click on the "Results" or "Admissions" section.
Find the link for Part-Time Ph.D. results.
Enter your application number or roll number to view the result.
Download and save the result for future reference.
The eligibility criteria for part-time Ph.D. admission at KAU generally include:
Academic Qualification:
A Master’s degree in the relevant field with a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent CGPA.
Candidates with professional qualifications like ICAR/ASRB NET or equivalent are preferred.
Professional Experience:
Candidates must be employed in a relevant field and have at least two years of work experience.
A No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the employer is mandatory.
Other Requirements:
Valid GATE/NET score (if applicable).
Meeting the specific requirements of the department or research center.
Always refer to the official KAU website or admission brochure for the most accurate and updated information.
Contact the KAU admission office for any queries related to part-time Ph.D. admissions.