– Based on national or university-level entrance exams.– Followed by a personal interview and research proposal presentation.– Ph.D. duration: 3 years (full-time) or 6 years (part-time).
Prominent Entrance Exams:
– UGC NET, GPAT, JEST, CSIR NET, GATE, etc.
– UGC-NET is a popular choice, held twice a year.
Eligibility Criteria:
– Requires a Master's degree in the relevant field.
– Minimum 50-55% aggregate marks or equivalent CGPA.
– Valid score in a recognized Ph.D. entrance exam.
Latest Updates:
– UGC NET June 2023 results declared on July 25, 2023.
– Next cycle scheduled for December 2023 - January 2024.
Admission Cycles:
– Generally conducted for Spring (Jan-June) and Autumn (July-Dec) Semesters.
– Key dates vary, and candidates must regularly check university websites.
Government Universities Admissions:
– Open for July Session in many central and state universities.
– Admissions based on UGC NET/JRF scores or Research Entrance Test.
Private Universities Admissions:
– Ongoing admissions in various private universities.
– Conduct Research Entrance Tests; some accept fellowship exam results.
WBJEE 2024 Update:
– Registration open until Jan 31, 2024.
– WBJEE exam scheduled for Apr 28, 2014.