U.P. Pandit Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Pashu-chikitsa Vigyan Vishwavidyalaya (DUVASU) and Go-Anusandhan Sansthan offer part-time Ph.D. programs in various disciplines related to veterinary sciences and animal husbandry. Below are the details regarding admission, cutoff trends, courses, fees, and selection process:
Eligibility Criteria:
Candidates must hold a Master’s degree in the relevant field with a minimum of 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/OBC candidates).
Candidates should have relevant work experience in the field of veterinary science, animal husbandry, or related areas.
A valid score in the entrance exam conducted by the university or other recognized exams like ICAR-NET, CSIR-NET, or GATE.
Admission Process:
Entrance Exam: The university conducts an entrance test for Ph.D. admissions. The exam consists of multiple-choice questions (MCQs) covering research methodology, subject-specific knowledge, and general aptitude.
Interview: Shortlisted candidates based on the entrance exam are called for an interview/viva voce.
Final Selection: Merit is prepared based on the entrance exam score, interview performance, and academic qualifications.
Course Duration:
The part-time Ph.D. program typically lasts for a minimum of 3 years and a maximum of 6 years.
The cutoff marks for the Ph.D. entrance exam vary each year depending on the number of applicants, difficulty level of the exam, and available seats.
Category-wise Cutoff:
General: 50% and above
OBC: 45% and above
SC/ST: 40% and above
Exact cutoff marks for previous years can be obtained from the university’s official website or admission office.
The part-time Ph.D. program is offered in various disciplines, including:
Veterinary Medicine
Animal Nutrition
Animal Genetics and Breeding
Livestock Production and Management
Veterinary Microbiology
Veterinary Pathology
Veterinary Surgery and Radiology
Veterinary Pharmacology and Toxicology
The approximate fee structure for the part-time Ph.D. program is as follows:
Tuition Fee: ?20,000 - ?30,000 per year
Examination Fee: ?5,000 - ?10,000 per year
Other Charges: ?10,000 - ?15,000 (one-time)
Total Fees: ?35,000 - ?55,000 (approximately for the first year)
Note: Fees may vary slightly based on the course and category of the candidate.
Entrance Exam Pattern:
Duration: 2 hours
Total Marks: 100
Sections: Research Methodology (30 marks), Subject-Specific Knowledge (50 marks), General Aptitude (20 marks)
Interview:
Candidates who qualify for the entrance exam are called for an interview.
The interview evaluates the candidate’s research aptitude, subject knowledge, and proposed research area.
Visit the official website of DUVASU: www.duvasu.org
Fill out the online application form for the part-time Ph.D. program.
Upload the required documents (mark sheets, certificates, work experience proof, etc.).
Pay the application fee (?1,000 - ?2,000, depending on the category).
Submit the form and download the confirmation page.
Check the official notification for exact dates of the entrance exam and interview.
Prepare thoroughly for the entrance exam, focusing on research methodology and your subject area.
Keep all necessary documents ready for verification during the admission process.