Chandigarh University PhD Admission 2024 (Jan): Dates, Application Form, Entrance

Chandigarh University PhD Admission 2024 (Jan)– Chandigarh University invites applications for PhD admission offered in various disciplines for of the academic session 2023-24 (Jan 2024).

Check full details on Chandigarh University PhD Admission 2024 (Jan) here.

Chandigarh University PhD Programs

• PhD Pharmaceutical Sciences
• PhD Computer Applications
• PhD Electrical Engineering
• PhD Mechanical Engineering
• PhD Physics
• PhD Computer Science Engineering
• PhD Mass-Communication
• PhD Tourism and Hospitality Management
• PhD English
• PhD Biotech
• PhD Chemistry
• PhD Business Management
• PhD Mathematics
• PhD Civil Engineering
• PhD Electronics & Communication Engineering
• PhD Law
• PhD Forensic Science
• PhD Psychology
• PhD Commerce
• PhD Education
• PhD Economics
• PhD Architecture

Chandigarh University PhD Admission 2024 (Jan) Eligibility Criteria

• PhD in Sciences: Master’s degree in the Sciences with a good academic record (minimum CGPA of 5.5 on a 10 point scale or 55% marks in aggregate where marks are awarded) and having a valid score in GATE/UGC/CSIR-NET/NBHM/CU-PhD Entrance Test.
• PhD in Law: An applicant holding LLM Degree from a recognized university with minimum 55% marks or its equivalent grade ‘B’ in the UGC 7-point scale or an equivalent degree from a foreign educational Institution accredited by an Assessment and Accreditation Agency which is approved, recognized
• PhD in Mgt.: MBA/MCom degree or equivalent PG Diploma or Associateship in a relevant discipline, and a Bachelor’s degree with a good academic record or 5 integrated master degree/dual degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline with minimum 55% marks or its equivalent grade and having a valid score in CSIR NET/CU PhD Entrance Test.
• PhD in Tourism & Hospitality Mgt.: Candidates with 55 % marks in PG in relevant field.  Having 3 years executive experience in Tourism & Hospitality industry may register for the PhD program if otherwise eligible
• PhD in Biotechnology: A Master’s degree in Biotechnology/Sciences/Pharmacy or relevant stream with a good academic record (minimum CGPA of 5.5 on a 10 point scale or 55% marks in aggregate where marks are awarded) and having a valid score in UGC/CSIR-NET/ CU-Ph.D. Entrance Test
• PhD in Forensic Science: A Master’s degree in Forensic Sciences and related fields i.e. MA Criminology, Digital Forensic (MCA), LLM, M.Sc. in Life Sciences i.e. Physics, Chemistry, Botany, Zoology, PG in Social Science, Psychology, Computers Eng, Physical Science, Eng, Ballistics, Arms & Ammunition with good academic record (minimum CGPA of 5.5 on a 10 point scale or 55% marks and having a valid score in GPAT/UGC/CSIR/NET/CU PhD entrance test.
• PhD in Education: A Master’s degree/M.Ed in Education with a good academic record (minimum CGPA of 5.5 on a 10 point scale or 55% marks in aggregate where marks are awarded) and having a valid score in UGC/CSIR-NET/CU-PhD Entrance Test
• PhD in Computer Applications: Master’s degree in Computer Applications/Computer Sci./IT or equipment with a good academic record (minimum CGPA of 5.5 on a 10 point scale or 55% marks in aggregate where marks are awarded) and having a valid score in GATE/UGC/CSIR-NET/CU-Ph.D. Entrance Test
• PhD in Psychology: A Master’s degree in Psychology with a good academic record (minimum CGPA of 5.5 on a 10 point scale or 55% marks in aggregate where marks are awarded) and having a valid score in  UGC/CSIR-NET/CU-PhD Entrance Test
• PhD in English: A Master’s degree in English with a good academic record (minimum CGPA of 5.5 on a 10 point scale or 55% marks in aggregate where marks are awarded) and having a valid score in UGC/CSIR-NET/CU-PhD Entrance Test
• PhD in Agriculture Science: M.Sc. degree in concerned discipline with research thesis in partial fulfillment of the program in the concerned discipline from a recognized University/UGC norms with 55% marks and having a valid score in UGC/CSIR-NET/CU-PhD Entrance Test
• PhD in Mass Communication: Candidate with a Master’s degree in Mass Comm. / Film /Animation with a good academic record (minimum CGPA of 5.5 on a 10 point scale or 55% marks in aggregate where marks are awarded) and having a valid score in UGC/CSIR-NET/CU-PhD Entrance Test

Read Brochure for Exact Eligibility Criteria in detail.

Chandigarh University PhD Admission 2024 (Jan) Important Dates

Chandigarh University PhD Admission 2024 (Jan) Application Process

• Candidates need to register and fill the application from ONLINE only by accessing the website https://www.cuchd.in
• Before applying, candidates are advised to read the PhD Information Brochure.
• Information brochure cum Entrance test form fee: Rs. 1,100/- through Net-Banking/Debit/Credit Card after Registration or in offline in bank.

Selection Process

• Candidates satisfying the minimum educational qualifications and satisfying additional criteria as set by the department, will be called for an interview.
• Candidate will be selected based on the academic record and the performance of the candidates in the interview and/ or test. 

Chandigarh University PhD Entrance Test

Scheme of PhD Entrance Test

• Test contain two parts.
• Test duration will be 3 Hours.
• Section-I carrying 50 Marks will consist of 50 Objective type questions of mark 1 each based on Research aptitude and English language proficiency.
• Section-II carrying 50 Marks will consist of Descriptive type questions of mark 10 each based on area of specialization. (The candidate is required to attempt 5 questions out of 6).
• For syllabus refer to Brochure.

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