WBUTTEPA offers part-time Ph.D. programs in Education and related fields. Below are the key details regarding eligibility, the admission process, and merit-based selection:
To be eligible for the part-time Ph.D. program at WBUTTEPA, candidates must meet the following criteria:
Educational Qualification:
A Master’s degree in Education (M.Ed.) or a related field with at least 55% marks (or an equivalent grade) from a recognized university.
For SC/ST/OBC (non-creamy layer)/differently-abled candidates, a relaxation of 5% marks (i.e., 50%) is applicable.
Professional Experience:
Candidates must have a minimum of 5 years of professional experience in teaching, educational administration, or a related field.
Employed candidates must provide a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their employer.
Entrance Qualification:
Candidates must qualify in the WBUTTEPA Ph.D. Entrance Test (PET) or hold a valid UGC-NET/JRF/SET/SLET qualification.
The admission process for the part-time Ph.D. program at WBUTTEPA typically involves the following steps:
Notification:
WBUTTEPA releases an official admission notification on its website, detailing important dates, eligibility, and application procedures.
Application Submission:
Eligible candidates must fill out the online application form available on the university’s official website.
Required documents (e.g., mark sheets, certificates, NOC, etc.) must be uploaded.
Entrance Test (PET):
Candidates who do not have a valid UGC-NET/JRF/SET/SLET qualification must appear for the WBUTTEPA Ph.D. Entrance Test (PET).
The test typically consists of multiple-choice questions (MCQs) covering research methodology, general awareness, and subject-specific knowledge.
Interview:
Shortlisted candidates (based on PET scores or UGC-NET/JRF/SET/SLET qualifications) are called for an interview/viva voce.
The interview assesses the candidate’s research aptitude, subject knowledge, and proposed research area.
Final Selection:
Selection is based on the combined performance in the entrance test (if applicable) and the interview.
Merit lists are published on the university’s website.
The selection process for the part-time Ph.D. program is merit-based and involves the following components:
Entrance Test (PET):
Weightage: 70%
Candidates must score the minimum qualifying marks to be considered for the interview.
Interview/Viva Voce:
Weightage: 30%
The interview evaluates the candidate’s research proposal, subject knowledge, and overall suitability for the Ph.D. program.
Reservation Policy:
WBUTTEPA follows the reservation policy of the Government of West Bengal for SC, ST, OBC, and other categories.
Candidates must submit a well-defined research proposal during the application process.
Part-time Ph.D. candidates are required to attend regular meetings with their supervisors and complete coursework as prescribed by the university.
The duration of the part-time Ph.D. program is typically 4-6 years.