The West Bengal University of Teachers' Training, Education Planning, and Administration (WBUTTEPA) offers Distance Ph.D programs in various specializations related to education, teacher training, and administration. Below is a comprehensive guide to the admission process, previous year cutoffs, online application process, and syllabus.
Eligibility Criteria:
Candidates must have a Master’s degree in a relevant field with at least 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/OBC candidates).
A valid score in UGC-NET/JRF/SET/SLET or equivalent is preferred.
Candidates without NET/JRF may need to appear for an entrance test conducted by the university.
Specializations:
Education
Teacher Training
Educational Planning and Administration
Other related fields in education.
Duration:
The Ph.D program typically lasts for 3 to 6 years, depending on the research progress.
The cutoff marks for Ph.D admission depend on factors like:
Number of applicants
Availability of seats
Performance in the entrance test (if applicable)
Academic qualifications
Category-wise cutoffs are generally lower for SC/ST/OBC candidates compared to general category candidates.
For exact cutoff details, candidates should refer to the official WBUTTEPA website or contact the university directly.
Visit the Official Website:
Go to the WBUTTEPA website: www.wbuttepa.ac.in.
Registration:
Create an account on the admission portal using a valid email ID and phone number.
Fill the Application Form:
Provide personal, academic, and professional details.
Upload scanned copies of required documents (e.g., mark sheets, certificates, photo, signature).
Application Fee Payment:
Pay the application fee online via net banking, credit/debit card, or other available methods.
Submit the Form:
Review the application and submit it before the deadline.
Entrance Test/Interview:
If applicable, appear for the entrance test or interview as per the university’s schedule.
Admission Confirmation:
Selected candidates will receive an admission offer letter.
Complete the admission formalities by paying the fees and submitting necessary documents.
The syllabus for the Ph.D program is research-oriented and varies depending on the chosen specialization. However, the general structure includes:
Coursework (if applicable):
Research Methodology
Advanced Topics in Education
Educational Planning and Administration
Teacher Education and Training
Research Work:
Literature Review
Research Proposal Submission
Data Collection and Analysis
Thesis Writing and Submission
Viva Voce:
Final defense of the research work before a panel of experts.
Master’s degree mark sheet and certificate
NET/JRF/SET/SLET scorecard (if applicable)
Category certificate (for SC/ST/OBC candidates)
Research proposal (if required)
Photo ID proof
Passport-sized photographs
For further details, candidates can contact:
WBUTTEPA Address:
West Bengal University of Teachers' Training, Education Planning, and Administration,
DD – 25, Sector – I, Salt Lake, Kolkata – 700064, West Bengal, India.
Phone: +91-33-2321-1321
Email: info@wbuttepa.ac.in
Website: www.wbuttepa.ac.in
Regularly check the official website for updates on admission notifications.
Prepare a strong research proposal if required.
Ensure all documents are ready and properly scanned before applying.