The Uttar Pradesh University of Medical Sciences (UPUMS), formerly known as Uttar Pradesh Rural Institute of Medical Sciences and Research (UPRIMS&R), offers full-time Ph.D. programs in various medical and health science disciplines. The program is designed for candidates who wish to pursue advanced research in their chosen field.
Educational Qualification: Candidates must have a postgraduate degree (MD/MS/MDS/M.Sc./M.Tech) in a relevant field from a recognized university.
Minimum Marks: Generally, a minimum of 55% marks or equivalent CGPA is required (50% for SC/ST/OBC candidates).
Entrance Exam: Candidates must qualify for the university's Ph.D. entrance examination or have a valid score in national-level tests like UGC-NET, CSIR-NET, GATE, or SLET.
Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview/viva voce.
Application Form: Available on the official UPUMS website.
Application Fees: The application fee is typically around INR 2000 for General/OBC candidates and INR 1000 for SC/ST candidates. Payment can be made online through net banking, credit/debit cards, or other specified methods.
Documents Required:
Mark sheets and certificates of qualifying examinations.
Valid scorecard of the entrance exam (if applicable).
Research proposal.
No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the employer (if employed).
Category certificate (if applicable).
Entrance Exam: The university conducts an entrance test for Ph.D. admissions, which includes multiple-choice questions (MCQs) based on research methodology and subject-specific knowledge.
Interview: Candidates who qualify for the entrance exam will be called for an interview, where they will be assessed based on their research proposal and academic background.
The Ph.D. program typically lasts for a minimum of 3 years and a maximum of 6 years, depending on the research progress.
Tuition Fees: Approximately INR 50,000 to INR 1,00,000 per annum (subject to change).
Other Fees: Additional charges may include registration fees, library fees, laboratory fees, and thesis submission fees.
Research Proposal: Prepare a well-structured research proposal outlining your research objectives, methodology, and expected outcomes.
Entrance Exam: Focus on research methodology, subject-specific knowledge, and current trends in your field.
Interview: Be prepared to discuss your research interests, academic background, and the relevance of your proposed research.
Notification Release: Usually announced in the first quarter of the year (January-March).
Application Deadline: Typically in April-May.
Entrance Exam: Conducted in June-July.
Interview: Usually held in July-August.
Admission: Final admission offers are made in August-September.
Address: Uttar Pradesh University of Medical Sciences, Saifai, Etawah, Uttar Pradesh, India.
Website: www.upums.ac.in
Phone: +91-5688-276000
Scholarships: Various scholarships and fellowships are available for Ph.D. students, including those from UGC, CSIR, and other government bodies.
Accommodation: Hostel facilities are available for outstation students.