Important Facts
Kopal Srivastava Aug 6, 2024 9.5K Reads
A doctorate in India is for those who are passionate about deep research. These studies often lead to new discoveries or significant scientific advances. Some findings improve our understanding of the world.
Others spark scientific revolutions acknowledged for decades. In this blog, we explain UGC regulations for pursuing a PhD in India.
The guidelines are called UGC (Minimum Standards and Procedure for Award of Ph.D. Degree) Regulations, 2022.
They apply to :
These guidelines are effective from the date as soon as they are published.To know more, you can even check the link given “REGULATIONS”
The University Grant Commission (UGC) has decided starting in the 2024-25 academic year, that NET scores will be used for PhD admissions. This will replace the entrance exams that universities and higher education institutions used to hold. This change was announced on March 27, 2024 :
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Three criteria are used to group NET scores :
Note : The 55% eligibility marks (or equivalent grade) and the 5% relaxation for specific categories are based only on qualifying marks without including grace marks.
Ph.D. candidates may apply to any university using the National Eligibility Test (NET), a National Admission Test, or one of their own admission exams. Universities are required to comply with notifications on common entrance exams issued by the Ministry of Education or the UGC.
The admissions requirements must take into account state and federal reservation rules, as well as UGC and other legal requirements. A two-stage admissions process utilizing National Level Entrance Exams or comparable exams will be used.
The Ph.D. program requires a minimum of 12 credits and a maximum of 16 credits.
Coursework is a prerequisite for Ph.D. preparation. Four credits must be assigned to one or more courses on Research Methodology, covering quantitative methods, qualitative methods, 3) computer applications, research ethics, review of published research in the relevant field, and fieldwork.
All Ph.D. students must take courses in teaching, education, pedagogy, or writing related to their subject.
Other courses will be advanced-level to prepare students for their Ph.D.
Experienced researchers with original contributions can choose courses that help monetize their intellectual property.
Credits earned from coursework can be transferred between institutions through the Academic Bank of Credits.
Ph.D. students should gain 3-4 hours of teaching experience per week through assistantships or other knowledge dissemination activities.
Dissemination activities, including presentations, articles, and research, must be approved by the Research Committee.
All Ph.D. courses must meet credit hour requirements and be approved by academic bodies.
The Department, based on the Research Advisory Committee's recommendations, will prescribe courses for the scholar.
Ph.D. students must complete coursework within the first one or two semesters, with blended learning options in case of pandemics.
Candidates with an M.Phil. may be exempt from Ph.D. coursework.
Government-sponsored candidates may also be exempt if they have completed equivalent coursework.
Course grades will be assessed by the Research Advisory Committee and the Department.
Ph.D. students need at least 55% marks or an equivalent grade to continue and submit their thesis.
Ph.D. programs cannot be conducted through distance education or online mode. However, candidates in service can pursue a Ph.D. as long as they meet all eligibility conditions specified in the Ph.D. regulations.
Moreover, if you want to pursue an Online PhD, you can opt for its alternative which is an Online DBA. DBA stands for Doctor of Business Administration and it is also a doctorate program and adds up a “Dr” title before your name.
There are various universities offering you an Online DBA. Some of them are mentioned below :
Universities |
Fees |
INR 8,14,000 |
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INR 8,12,500 |
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INR 8,14,000 |
Before the degree is officially awarded, the university will issue a provisional certificate confirming that the degree has been granted in line with UGC Regulations.
There are various government and private colleges offering a PhD program, Some of them are mentioned below :
Institute |
Exams Accepted |
Jawaharlal Nehru University |
UGC NET- JRF |
University of Delhi |
NET/JRF |
Hidayaullah National Law University |
Entrance Exam, UGC NET JRF |
Aligarh Muslim University |
University Entrance Exam, UGC NET JRF |
Mizoram University |
University Entrance Exam, UGC NET JRF |
North Eastern Hill University |
Entrance Exam, UGC NET JRF |
Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham |
GATE |
Manipal University |
PhD Manipal Entrance Test (MET) |
VIT Vellore |
VITREE |
KIIT University |
KIITEE |
BITS Pilani |
BITS PhD Entrance Exam |
Bharathidasan University |
University-Level Exam |
Before directly applying to a PhD program, it is a must for you to go through all the rules and regulations by the UGC for pursuing a PhD Program. It will help you to fill in all the necessary information regarding the PhD program such as eligibility, duration, and many more.
Now, candidates can pursue a PhD straight after completing a four-year undergraduate degree. Regardless of their undergraduate major, individuals can take the NET in the PhD topic of their choice; all they need is a minimum of 75% of marks in their graduation
Indeed, NET scores will be used to determine PhD admissions beginning with the 2024–2025 academic year. For a PhD, university entry tests are no longer necessary.
You can work as an assistant professor at colleges and universities if you have NET. Top NET scores are given Junior Research Fellowships (JRFs), which come with stipends for research.
Part-time PhDs are recognized by UGC, yes you can obtain a part-time PhD. Your employer must provide you with a "No Objection Certificate". You have to enroll in full-time classes for a minimum of six months.
It is possible to publish your doctoral study as a book.
Indeed, a monthly stipend is provided to PhD students to cover living expenses, research costs, and housing.
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