Eligibility Criteria:
Candidates must hold a Master’s degree in a relevant field with a minimum of 55% marks (50% for SC/ST candidates).
A valid score in a national-level entrance exam like UGC-NET, CSIR-NET, GATE, or equivalent is often required.
Application Process:
Visit the official website of Vikram Simhapuri University.
Fill out the Ph.D. application form.
Submit required documents (mark sheets, certificates, research proposal, etc.).
Pay the application fee.
Selection Process:
Merit-Based Selection: Candidates are shortlisted based on their academic performance, entrance exam scores, and research proposal.
Interview: Shortlisted candidates may be called for an interview or presentation of their research proposal.
Coursework:
Selected candidates must complete coursework in research methodology and subject-specific topics before starting their research.
Research and Thesis:
After coursework, candidates work on their research under the guidance of a supervisor.
Submit a thesis and defend it in a viva voce examination.
The books depend on the specific field of study. However, some general books for research methodology and academic writing include:
Research Methodology by C.R. Kothari
How to Write a Thesis by Umberto Eco
The Craft of Research by Wayne C. Booth, Gregory G. Colomb, and Joseph M. Williams
Field-specific books and journals relevant to your research topic.
Academic performance in Master’s and Bachelor’s degrees.
Scores in national-level entrance exams (UGC-NET, CSIR-NET, GATE, etc.).
Quality of the research proposal.
Performance in the interview or presentation.
The salary after a Ph.D. varies widely based on the field, industry, and job role.
In academia, Assistant Professors in India can earn between ?50,000 to ?70,000 per month initially.
In research and development (R&D) roles in industries, salaries can range from ?6-12 lakhs per annum or more.
In corporate or private sectors, Ph.D. holders in fields like data science, engineering, or biotechnology can earn significantly higher.