U.P. Rajarshi Tandon Open University (UPRTOU), located in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, is a state open university offering various distance and online education programs, including part-time Ph.D. programs. The university is recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and offers flexible learning options for working professionals and researchers.
Eligibility Criteria:
Candidates must have a Master’s degree in a relevant discipline with at least 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/OBC candidates).
A valid score in UPRTOU’s Ph.D. entrance test or UGC-NET/JRF/SLET/GATE qualification is required.
Candidates with an M.Phil. degree may be exempted from the entrance test.
Application Process:
Visit the official UPRTOU website: www.uprtou.ac.in.
Fill out the online application form for the Ph.D. program.
Upload required documents (mark sheets, certificates, photo, signature, etc.).
Pay the application fee online.
Entrance Exam:
The university conducts an entrance test for Ph.D. admissions, which includes a written exam and an interview.
Candidates with UGC-NET/JRF/SLET/GATE qualifications are exempted from the written exam but must appear for the interview.
Selection Process:
Based on the entrance test score (if applicable) and performance in the interview.
Final selection is subject to the availability of guides and research facilities in the chosen field.
UPRTOU offers part-time Ph.D. programs in various disciplines, including:
Arts
Science
Commerce
Management
Social Sciences
Education
Computer Applications
The approximate fee for the part-time Ph.D. program at UPRTOU is as follows:
Application Fee: ?1,000–?2,000 (varies by category).
Course Fee: ?30,000–?50,000 per year (subject to change).
Examination Fee: ?1,000–?2,000 per semester.
Other charges (thesis submission, library, etc.) may apply.
UPRTOU is recognized by the UGC and the Distance Education Bureau (DEB).
It is a state-level open university, primarily focused on distance and online education.
While it may not feature prominently in national rankings, it is well-regarded for its flexible learning options and affordability.
Flexible learning options for working professionals.
Research guidance from experienced faculty.
Affordable fee structure compared to regular universities.
Recognized degree valid for academic and professional purposes.
Website: www.uprtou.ac.in
Address: U.P. Rajarshi Tandon Open University, 17-Maharshi Dayanand Marg, Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, India.
Phone: +91-532-2467200, 2467201.