Sri Venkateswara University (SVU) Ph.D. Admission Process
A Master’s degree in a relevant discipline with 55% marks (50% for SC/ST candidates).
Qualifying in the SVU Entrance Test (SVUET) or exemption (e.g., UGC-NET/JRF, CSIR-NET, or equivalent exam qualification).
Entrance Exam (SVUET):
Objective-type questions on research methodology and subject-specific knowledge.
Qualifying candidates proceed to an interview (weightage: 70% exam + 30% interview).
Exemptions: Candidates with UGC-NET/JRF, CSIR-NET, etc., are exempt from the entrance exam but must attend the interview.
SVU does not officially provide mock tests, but aspirants can:
Review previous years’ question papers (available on the SVU website).
Use third-party platforms (e.g., Unacademy, Byju’s) for practice.
Focus on research methodology and subject-specific topics.
Based on entrance exam scores (or exempted scores) and interview performance.
Category-wise merit lists (General, SC/ST, etc.) are published on the SVU website.
Selected candidates must attend counseling for document verification and seat allocation.
Application Start Date: March/April (varies yearly).
Last Date to Apply: Typically May/June (e.g., 2023 deadline was June 30).
Entrance Exam: July/August.
Merit List Publication: August/September.
Visit the SVU admissions portal.
Fill the online form, upload documents (marksheets, caste certificate, research proposal, etc.).
Pay the application fee (varies by category).
Research proposal/synopsis.
Master’s degree certificates.
UGC-NET/JRF scorecard (if applicable).
Letters of recommendation.
Check Official Website: Dates and processes may change. Always refer to the SVU Ph.D. Admissions Portal for updates.
Departmental Requirements: Some departments may have additional criteria (e.g., interviews with focus on research topics).