The University of Hyderabad (UoH), also known as Hyderabad Central University, offers Ph.D. programs across various disciplines. Admission to the Ph.D. program is highly competitive and based on eligibility criteria, entrance exams, and merit-based selection. Below is a detailed guide to help you understand the process:
The eligibility criteria for Ph.D. admission at UoH vary depending on the department and discipline. However, the general requirements are:
Master’s Degree: Candidates must have a Master’s degree in a relevant field with a minimum of 55% marks (or an equivalent grade) from a recognized university. For SC/ST/PwD candidates, the minimum requirement is 50%.
M.Phil. Degree: Candidates with an M.Phil. degree in a relevant field may also be eligible.
UGC-NET/JRF/GATE/ICMR/CSIR/INSPIRE: Candidates who have qualified for national-level exams like UGC-NET/JRF, GATE, CSIR, ICMR, or INSPIRE are often exempt from the university's entrance exam.
Relaxation: Relaxation in marks is provided for reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC/PwD) as per government norms.
University Entrance Exam: Candidates who do not have a valid UGC-NET/JRF/GATE/CSIR/ICMR/INSPIRE score must appear for the University of Hyderabad Entrance Exam (UH EE). The exam is conducted in offline mode and consists of:
Part A: Research Methodology (common for all candidates).
Part B: Subject-specific questions related to the chosen discipline.
Exemption from Entrance Exam: Candidates with valid UGC-NET/JRF, GATE, CSIR, ICMR, or INSPIRE scores are exempt from the entrance exam and can directly appear for the interview.
The selection process for Ph.D. admission at UoH is merit-based and involves the following steps:
Entrance Exam Performance: Candidates are shortlisted based on their performance in the UH EE (if applicable).
Interview/Viva Voce: Shortlisted candidates are called for an interview or viva voce conducted by the respective department. The interview evaluates the candidate's research aptitude, subject knowledge, and proposed research area.
Final Merit List: The final selection is based on:
Performance in the entrance exam (if applicable).
Interview performance.
Academic record and research experience.
Availability of seats in the department.
UoH offers Ph.D. programs in various disciplines, including:
Sciences: Physics, Chemistry, Life Sciences, Mathematics, etc.
Social Sciences: Economics, Political Science, Sociology, etc.
Humanities: English, Hindi, Telugu, History, etc.
Management Studies: Business Management, etc.
Arts and Communication: Theatre Arts, Dance, etc.
Online Application: Candidates must apply online through the official UoH admission portal.
Application Fee: The fee varies for general and reserved category candidates.
Required Documents: Scanned copies of mark sheets, certificates, photo, signature, and valid scorecards (if applicable).
Research Proposal: Some departments may require a research proposal as part of the application.
Reservation Policy: UoH follows the government’s reservation policy for SC/ST/OBC/PwD candidates.
Fellowships: Selected candidates may be eligible for fellowships like UGC-JRF, CSIR-JRF, or university fellowships.
Notification Release: Usually in March/April.
Application Deadline: April/May.
Entrance Exam: June/July.
Interview: July/August.
Admission: August/September.
For the latest updates and detailed information, visit the official University of Hyderabad website: https://www.uohyd.ac.in.