Additional Guidelines which may be helpful in deciding the eligibility of a candidate for Appearing in M. Phil./Ph.D. Entrance Examination:
a. Masters (Post-Graduate) Degree [a recognized PG/Masters degree as defined in Gazette notification of UGC (THE GAZETTE OF INDIA, JULY 5, 2014 –ASADHA 14, 1936, PART III-SEC.4)] and this Degree must be issued by a Recognized University whose nomenclature, syllabus and examination scheme is according to the guidelines issued by one/more than one of the INDIAN Government constituted regulatory bodies such as AICTE/PCI/DCI/MCI/MHRD/UGC/MHE etc. established under Central/State Government Acts in relevant discipline(s) like- Arts / Commerce / Science / Pharmacy / Computer Science / Education etc. (whichever is applicable) with a minimum of 55% marks in aggregate secured in post-graduation (A relaxation of 5% marks in aggregate shall be permissible for SC/ST and Physically Handicapped candidates upon due submission of relevant certificates issued by competent authorities).
b. In case of applicants/candidates holding a Masters (Post-Graduate) Degree from new/less-known/unpopular/doubtful Universities of India or abroad, permission to appear in Ph.D. entrance test will be given after determination of validity of their degree and equivalence of their degree/course curriculum with that of reputed Universities.
c. Foreign students holding a Masters (Post-Graduate) Degree will be required to produce clearance from the government of India and/or other appropriate authorities and must have obtained and are holding study/research visa for appearing in the Ph.D. entrance test. Further permission to appear in M.Phil./Ph.D. entrance test will be given after determination of validity of their degree and equivalence of their degree/course curriculum with that of Indian Universities.
d. For sponsored candidates holding a Masters (Post-Graduate) Degree: The applicant must have been in continuous service with the sponsoring organization for at least two years at the time of submitting the application form for admission and he/ she must submit a ‘No Objection Certificate’ from the employer stating that (i) He/ she is on the regular payroll of the organization, (ii) He/ she is permitted to pursue studies on a part-time basis, and (iii) His/ her official duties will permit sufficient time for research. Sponsorship letter (on letterhead of the sponsoring organization) should include an undertaking stating that the period of study of the candidate will be treated as ‘on duty’ with usual salary/ allowances, and he/ she will be relieved for the period of studies. The candidate should also submit a certificate stating that the research facilities exist in his organization (which can be self-certified). He/ She will be required to reside at the Faculty/Institute for a period of not less than one semester i.e. six months’ duration which is mandatory in the first year of Ph.D. Programme.
e. The students holding a Masters (Post-Graduate) Degree, who have additionally cleared UGC / CSIR (JRF) Examinations / NET / SET / SLET / GATE / GPAT /Teacher Fellowship or equivalent examinations, may be exempted from appearing in the M. Phil./Ph.D. entrance test. However University reserves the right to conduct entrance test and/or interview for such candidates.
f. Reservation of seats for SC/ ST/ PWD candidates shall be provided as per Govt. norms applicable from time to time.
g. Full-time candidates with scholarship coming on study leave must show proof of at least 3 years study leave before being allowed to register after theselection.
h. In case an eligible degree does not bear the awards in marks percent, the following Conversion Formula will be used to convert CGPA into percentage of marks: Percentage of Marks = CGPA x 10, on 10-Point Scale.
i. The minimum prescribed percentage will be based on the marks obtained in aggregate of all the years/ semesters of the qualifying examination as per the weightage followed by the concerned University.
j. All Non-GATE/Non-NET/Non-GPAT qualified candidates have to qualify a M.Phil./Ph.D. entrance exam of the University. However, P.G students who were admitted to P.G. Courses on basis of such scores may be exempted from the M. Phil./Ph.D. entrance exam.
k. For admission to M. Phil./Ph.D. Programmes in Pharmacy / Science / Humanities / Management, etc. if the candidate does not have a NET Fellowship (UGC/ CSIR) / GATE/GPAT Score valid for the current year in relevant area, the candidate has to qualify the M. Phil./Ph.D. Entrance Test of the institute.
l. Only the predetermined number of students may be admitted to any M. Phil./Ph.D. programme. As per the provisions of the UGC Regulations, Ph.D. program will not be conducted through distance education mode.
m. If a candidate seeks to be admitted to the Ph.D. degree in a subject other than the one in which he has obtained his Master's or equivalent degree, the Research Advisory Committee concerned shall consider the registration of such a candidate, taking into account the relationships of his chosen topic to the courses he has already done also its inter disciplinary aspects, if any.
n. In such a case of M. Phil./Ph.D. in interdisciplinary subject the supervisor shall be of a department in which synopsis of thesis is submitted and co-supervisor of related department may be appointed by the President in consultation with the supervisor.
o. University may decide to change/amend eligibility criteria time to time depending upon the legal requirements of UGC/State Government/Indian Judiciary.
a. Masters (Post-Graduate) Degree [a recognized PG/Masters degree as defined in Gazette notification of UGC (THE GAZETTE OF INDIA, JULY 5, 2014 –ASADHA 14, 1936, PART III-SEC.4)] and this Degree must be issued by a Recognized University whose nomenclature, syllabus and examination scheme is according to the guidelines issued by one/more than one of the INDIAN Government constituted regulatory bodies such as AICTE/PCI/DCI/MCI/MHRD/UGC/MHE etc. established under Central/State Government Acts in relevant discipline(s) like- Arts / Commerce / Science / Pharmacy / Computer Science / Education etc. (whichever is applicable) with a minimum of 55% marks in aggregate secured in post-graduation (A relaxation of 5% marks in aggregate shall be permissible for SC/ST and Physically Handicapped candidates upon due submission of relevant certificates issued by competent authorities).
b. In case of applicants/candidates holding a Masters (Post-Graduate) Degree from new/less-known/unpopular/doubtful Universities of India or abroad, permission to appear in Ph.D. entrance test will be given after determination of validity of their degree and equivalence of their degree/course curriculum with that of reputed Universities.
c. Foreign students holding a Masters (Post-Graduate) Degree will be required to produce clearance from the government of India and/or other appropriate authorities and must have obtained and are holding study/research visa for appearing in the Ph.D. entrance test. Further permission to appear in M.Phil./Ph.D. entrance test will be given after determination of validity of their degree and equivalence of their degree/course curriculum with that of Indian Universities.
d. For sponsored candidates holding a Masters (Post-Graduate) Degree: The applicant must have been in continuous service with the sponsoring organization for at least two years at the time of submitting the application form for admission and he/ she must submit a ‘No Objection Certificate’ from the employer stating that (i) He/ she is on the regular payroll of the organization, (ii) He/ she is permitted to pursue studies on a part-time basis, and (iii) His/ her official duties will permit sufficient time for research. Sponsorship letter (on letterhead of the sponsoring organization) should include an undertaking stating that the period of study of the candidate will be treated as ‘on duty’ with usual salary/ allowances, and he/ she will be relieved for the period of studies. The candidate should also submit a certificate stating that the research facilities exist in his organization (which can be self-certified). He/ She will be required to reside at the Faculty/Institute for a period of not less than one semester i.e. six months’ duration which is mandatory in the first year of Ph.D. Programme.
e. The students holding a Masters (Post-Graduate) Degree, who have additionally cleared UGC / CSIR (JRF) Examinations / NET / SET / SLET / GATE / GPAT /Teacher Fellowship or equivalent examinations, may be exempted from appearing in the M. Phil./Ph.D. entrance test. However University reserves the right to conduct entrance test and/or interview for such candidates.
f. Reservation of seats for SC/ ST/ PWD candidates shall be provided as per Govt. norms applicable from time to time.
g. Full-time candidates with scholarship coming on study leave must show proof of at least 3 years study leave before being allowed to register after theselection.
h. In case an eligible degree does not bear the awards in marks percent, the following Conversion Formula will be used to convert CGPA into percentage of marks: Percentage of Marks = CGPA x 10, on 10-Point Scale.
i. The minimum prescribed percentage will be based on the marks obtained in aggregate of all the years/ semesters of the qualifying examination as per the weightage followed by the concerned University.
j. All Non-GATE/Non-NET/Non-GPAT qualified candidates have to qualify a M.Phil./Ph.D. entrance exam of the University. However, P.G students who were admitted to P.G. Courses on basis of such scores may be exempted from the M. Phil./Ph.D. entrance exam.
k. For admission to M. Phil./Ph.D. Programmes in Pharmacy / Science / Humanities / Management, etc. if the candidate does not have a NET Fellowship (UGC/ CSIR) / GATE/GPAT Score valid for the current year in relevant area, the candidate has to qualify the M. Phil./Ph.D. Entrance Test of the institute.
l. Only the predetermined number of students may be admitted to any M. Phil./Ph.D. programme. As per the provisions of the UGC Regulations, Ph.D. program will not be conducted through distance education mode.
m. If a candidate seeks to be admitted to the Ph.D. degree in a subject other than the one in which he has obtained his Master's or equivalent degree, the Research Advisory Committee concerned shall consider the registration of such a candidate, taking into account the relationships of his chosen topic to the courses he has already done also its inter disciplinary aspects, if any.
n. In such a case of M. Phil./Ph.D. in interdisciplinary subject the supervisor shall be of a department in which synopsis of thesis is submitted and co-supervisor of related department may be appointed by the President in consultation with the supervisor.
o. University may decide to change/amend eligibility criteria time to time depending upon the legal requirements of UGC/State Government/Indian Judiciary.
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