TNU (Tripura University) offers part-time Ph.D. programs for candidates who are employed and wish to pursue research while continuing their jobs. Below are the details regarding part-time Ph.D. admission, application process, marking scheme, and merit-based selection:
Eligibility Criteria:
Candidates must have a Master’s degree with at least 55% marks (or equivalent CGPA) in a relevant discipline.
Candidates must be employed and have at least two years of work experience in a relevant field.
A No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the employer is mandatory.
Candidates must qualify for the entrance exam (if applicable) or be exempted based on UGC-NET/JRF, SLET, or other valid qualifications.
Duration:
The minimum duration for a part-time Ph.D. is 4 years, and the maximum duration is 6 years.
Application Process:
Visit the official website of Tripura University: https://tripurauniv.in.
Navigate to the "Admissions" section and find the Ph.D. application link.
Register and fill out the application form with personal, academic, and professional details.
Upload required documents (e.g., mark sheets, NOC, category certificate, etc.).
Pay the application fee online.
Submit the form and take a printout for future reference.
Documents Required:
Master’s degree mark sheets and certificates.
No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the employer.
Valid scorecard of UGC-NET/JRF/SLET (if applicable).
Research proposal (as per the university guidelines).
Category certificate (if applicable).
Proof of work experience.
The selection process for part-time Ph.D. at TNU is based on:
Entrance Exam (if applicable):
The entrance exam consists of multiple-choice questions (MCQs) covering research methodology and subject-specific knowledge.
The marking scheme for the entrance exam is typically:
Correct answer: +1 mark
Incorrect answer: -0.25 mark (negative marking)
Unanswered questions: 0 marks
Interview/Viva-Voce:
Candidates who qualify for the entrance exam (or are exempted) are called for an interview.
The interview assesses the candidate’s research aptitude, subject knowledge, and proposed research area.
The interview carries a significant weightage in the final selection.
The selection for part-time Ph.D. is merit-based and depends on:
Performance in the entrance exam (if applicable).
Performance in the interview/viva-voce.
Academic qualifications (Master’s degree marks).
Work experience and relevance of the job to the proposed research area.
Quality of the research proposal.
Exemption from Entrance Exam:
Candidates with valid UGC-NET/JRF, CSIR-NET, SLET, or GATE scores are exempted from the entrance exam.
Such candidates are directly called for the interview round.
The availability of part-time Ph.D. seats depends on the department and the availability of guides.
Candidates must ensure that their research topic aligns with the expertise of the faculty members at TNU.
Regularly check the official website for updates on admission notifications, deadlines, and results.