Central University of Punjab PhD Admission 2022-23: Dates, Application Form
Central University of Punjab PhD Admission 2022-23 – Central University of Punjab (CUP) Bathinda invites applications for PhD admission for academic session commencing from 2022-23 (July Intake).
Check more details on Central University of Punjab PhD Admission 2022-23 like eligibility criteria, dates, application process etc. here.
Latest – The last date for applying through direct admission for vacant seats has been extended till 30.10.2022
Central University of Punjab PhD Programs Direct Admission for Vacant Seats
Ph.D. Admissions in Computer Science & Technology
The last date for applying through direct admission for vacant seats has been extended till 30.10.2022
Central University of Punjab PhD Programs Offered
The following PhD Programmes are offered for 2022-23 (July Intake) –
| Ph.D. Programme(s) | Eligibility Criteria | Tentative No. of Seats |
| Agribusiness | MBA (Agribusiness)/Master’s Degree in Agricultural Marketing with minimum of 55% marks {50% for SC/ST/ OBC(NCL)/PWD} from a recognized Indian or foreign University. | 04 |
| Food Science & Technology | Master’s Degree in food science and allied fields with minimum of 55% marks {50% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD} from a recognized Indian or foreign University. | 04 |
| Biochemistry | Master’s degree in Life Sciences or related area with minimum of 55% marks {50% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD} from a recognized Indian or foreign University | 02 |
| Botany | Master’s degree in Botany, Plant Sciences and allied subjects in Life Sciences with minimum of 55% marks {50% for SC/ST/OBC (NCL) /PWD} from a recognized Indian or foreign University. | 02 |
| Chemistry | Master’s degree in Chemistry (Inorganic /Organic/ Physical/Analytical/Bio-inorganic/Bio-Physical/Medicinal/ Applied/ Pharmaceutical) and Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Biophysics with minimum of 55% marks {50% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD} from a recognized Indian or foreign University. | 02 |
| Bioinformatics | Master’s degree in Bioinformatics/Life Sciences/Biotechnology/Physics/Chemistry or any other relevant areas with minimum of 55% marks {50% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD} from a recognized Indian or foreign University. | 02 |
| Theoretical and Computational Chemistry | Master’s degree in Chemistry or any other relevant areas with minimum of 55% marks {50% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD} from a recognized Indian or foreign University | 01 |
| Computational Physics | Master’s degree in Physics or any other relevant areas with minimum of 55% marks {50% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD} from a recognized Indian or foreign University. | 01 |
| Mathematics | Master’s degree in Mathematics with minimum of 55% marks {50% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD} from a recognized Indian or foreign University. | 01 |
| Statistics | Master’s degree in Statistics with minimum of 55% marks {50% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD} from a recognized Indian or foreign University. | 01 |
| Microbiology | Master’s degree in Life Sciences or allied subjects with minimum of 55% marks {50% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD} from a recognized Indian or foreign University. | 02 |
| Physics | Master’s degree in Physics/Applied Physics with minimum of 55% marks {50% for SC/ST/ OBC (NCL) /PWD} from a recognized Indian or foreign University. | 02 |
| Zoology | Master’s degree in any branch of Life Sciences/ Veterinary Sciences with minimum of 55% marks {50% for SC/ST/OBC (NCL) /PWD} from a recognized Indian or foreign University. | 03 |
| Education | Master’s degree with minimum of 55% marks {50% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD} from a recognized Indian or foreign University | 02 |
| Physical Education | Master’s degree in Physical Education with minimum of 55% marks {50% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD} from a recognized Indian or foreign University. | 03 |
| Computer Science & Technology | Master Engineering degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science & Technology, Information Technology or equivalent with 55% marks {50% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD} from a recognized Indian or foreign University. | 03 |
| Environmental Sciences | Master’s degree in Environmental Sciences / Environmental Engineering / Environment Science & Technology / Biotechnology / Botany / Chemistry / Civil Engineering with specialization in Environment / Energy & Environment with 55% marks {50% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD} from a recognized Indian or foreign University. | 04 |
| Geology | Master’s degree in Geology/ Earth Science/ Geological Science/ Applied Geology/ Marine Geology/ Environmental Science*/ Physics*/ Chemistry*/ Allied Subjects*” with 55% marks {50% for SC/ST/OBC (NCL)/PWD} from a recognized Indian or foreign University. *Students from such background should have keen interest to take up research in the field of Earth Sciences and it will be evaluated case wise. | 05 |
| Geography | Master’s degree in Geography/Urban Planning/Geoinformatics/Population studies with 55% marks {50% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD} from a recognized Indian or foreign University. | – |
| Human Genetics | Master’s degree in any branch of Life Sciences with minimum of 55% marks {50% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD} from a recognized Indian or foreign University | 01 |
| Molecular Medicine | Master’s degree in any branch of Life Sciences with minimum of 55% marks {50% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD} from a recognized Indian or foreign University | 01 |
| Medicinal Chemistry & Pharmaceutical Sciences | Master’s degree in M.Pharm./M.S.(Pharm.)/M.Sc. or equivalent in Medicinal Chemistry/Pharmaceutical Chemistry/Chemistry with minimum of 55% marks {50% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD} from a recognized Indian or foreign University. | 06 |
| Pharmacology | Master’s degree in M.Pharm./M.S.(Pharm.)/ M.Sc. or equivalent in Pharmaceutical Sciences/Pharmacology and M.Sc. Life Sciences with minimum of 55% marks {50% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD} from a recognized Indian or foreign University. | 02 |
| Mass Communication & Media Studies | Master’s degree in Journalism and Mass Communication with minimum of 55% marks {50% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD} from a recognized Indian or foreign University. | 01 |
| Political Science | Master’s degree Political Science & allied subjects with minimum of 55% marks {50% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD} from a recognized Indian or foreign University. | 01 |
| English | Master’s degree in English with minimum of 55% marks {50% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD} from a recognized Indian or foreign University. | 05 |
| Hindi | Master’s degree in Hindi with minimum of 55% marks {50% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD} from a recognized Indian or foreign University | 03 |
| Punjabi | Master’s degree in Punjabi with minimum of 55% marks {50% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD} from a recognized Indian or foreign University. | 04 |
| Performing Arts-Theatre / Drama | Master’s degree in Performing Arts-Theater/Drama subject with minimum of 55% marks {50% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD} from a recognized Indian or foreign University | 04 |
| Music | Master’s degree in Music subject with minimum of 55% marks {50% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD} from a recognized Indian or foreign University | 02 |
| Law | Master’s degree in Law with minimum of 55% marks {50% for SC/ST/OBC (NCL)/PWD} from a recognized Indian or foreign University. | 06 |
| Commerce | Master’s degree in Commerce/Finance with minimum of 55% marks {50% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD} from a recognized Indian or foreign University. | 06 |
| Economics | Master’s degree in Economics with minimum of 55% marks {50% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD} from a recognized Indian or foreign University. | 06 |
| History | Master’s degree in History with minimum of 55% marks {50% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD} from a recognized Indian or foreign University | 06 |
| Sociology | Master’s degree in Sociology, Development Studies, Cultural Studies, Gender Studies/Women Studies, Diaspora Studies, Social Exclusion and Inclusion with minimum of 55% marks {50% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD} from a recognized Indian or foreign University. | 03 |
| Psychology | Master’s degree in Psychology / Applied Psychology with minimum 55%marks (50% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD) from a recognized Indian or foreign University. | 02 |
| Library and Information Science | Master’s degree in Library and Information Sciences with minimum of 55% marks {50% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD} from a recognized Indian or foreign University. | 01 |
Eligibility Criteria for Central University of Punjab PhD Admission 2022-23 (July)
- The applicant should have a Master’s degree in the relevant subject with minimum of 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/OBC/PWD) as detailed above for each programme.
- Candidate must have qualified CSIR-NET/UGC-NET/ ASRB-NET, ICMR-JRF, GATE, GPAT, DBT-BET/JEST (Physics) with existing validity and must have some financial assistance such as UGC/CSIR/ICMR/DBT-JRF, financial assistance from Govt. agencies {Like Rajiv Gandhi National Fellowship (RGNF), Maulana Azad National Fellowship (MANF) etc.} / Sponsored Research Fellowship or working in CUPB projects. They have to apply in the CUPB Ph.D. admission portal and appear in interview.
- The existing eligibility conditions of having fellowship for admission in the Ph.D. Programmes will not be insisted upon in those subjects for which NET is not conducted either by UGC or CSIR. These subjects include Pharmaceutical Sciences, Pharmacology and Computer Science & Technology. However, for admission in Ph.D. programmes of these disciplines, the candidates must have qualified GPAT/GATE not more than four years (including the time period spent in acquiring M.Tech./M.Pharm degree) preceding the date of admission in the Ph.D. program. The fellowship may be given to the candidates selected for Ph.D. admission in these programmes subject to the sanction of funds and approval by UGC.
- The candidates who are eligible to apply for DST INSPIRE Fellowship (Level II) will be allowed admission in the Ph.D. Programme, subject to submission of an affidavit stating that in case they fail to get INSPIRE Fellowship their Ph.D. admission shall stand cancelled. However, the University shall take semester/admission fee from such candidates. They will be allowed to take Ph.D. course work in the respective Department along with other regular students.
- The University may provide provisional registration to the candidates not having financial assistance with a validity of one year for Applying for External Financial Assistance from Governmental Bodies/PSUs for admission to Ph.D. programme (as per the University rules regulations/policy). If a candidate fails to get Financial Assistance within one year the Ph.D. provisional registration shall automatically stand cancelled.
Central University of Punjab PhD Admission 2022-23 Important Dates
| Opening of Portal | 30 July 2022 |
| Last date of receipt of applications (Extended) | 26 August 2022 |
| Last Date of Admission/Registration | 30 September 2022 |
| Date of commencement of Classes | To be notified by concerned HoD |
Central University of Punjab PhD Admission 2022-23 Application Process
- Candidates can apply online only CUPB website
- Check eligibility criteria and other requirements before filling the application form.
Application Fees
| General/OBC Candidates | Rs.800/- |
| SC/ST Candidates | Rs.400/- |
| PWD Candidates | No Fee |
| Mode of Payment | Online/Debit/Credit Card |
Evaluation of Performance
The performance of the candidate will be evaluated as the following
For CSIR/ UGC/ ICMR/ DBT-JRF Qualified Candidates
- Fix weightage for JRF qualification – 70 marks
- Interview – 30 marks
For CSIR/ UGC/ASRB-NET/GATE/GPAT/DBT-BET/JEST (Physics) (without JRF) Qualified Candidates
- Fix weightage for NET/GATE/ DBT-BET/ GPAT/JEST (Physics) qualification: 50 Marks
- Percentage of Marks obtained in NET/GATE/ DBT-BET/ GPAT/JEST (Physics) (20% weightage)- 20 Marks
- Interview: 30 Marks
Category-II. All other Candidates not exempted from the Entrance Test:
- University Entrance Test (70% weightage): 70 Marks
- Interview: 30 Marks
Admission Criteria
- The candidates has to appear in interview and merit list will be prepared on the basis of the evaluation criteria given above.
- The Interview will be conducted at the level of Department.
- Preference for interview will be given to JRF candidates. NET candidates will be called for interview only in case there are insufficient number of JRF candidates available against advertised seats, for interviews.
Central University of Punjab PhD Admission 2022-23 Results
List of Provisional Eligible Candidates for Interview for Ph.D. Admissions
List of Provisional Eligible Candidates for PhD Admission Entrance Test
- List of Provisional Eligible Candidates for Ph. D. Entrance Test (List-2)
- List of Provisional Eligible Candidates for Ph. D. Entrance Test (List-1)
- List of Provisional Eligible Candidate for Ph. D. Interview (List-1)
- Postponement of University Entrance Test and Interview for the Ph.D. admission 2022-23.
Important Links
| Ph.D. admission Prospectus | Click Here |
| Link to apply online | Click Here |
| Central University of Punjab Website | Click Here |
Previous Admissions
Central University of Punjab PhD Admission 2022 (Jan)
Important Dates
| Opening of Portal | 01 February 2022 |
| Last date of receipt of applications (Extended) | 04 March 2022 |
| Date of Interview | March 2022 |
| Last Date of Admission/Registration | 30 March 2022 |
| Date of commencement of Classes | 1st week of April (To be notified by concerned HoD) |
Available PhD Programs
The following PhD Programmes are offered for Jan./Feb. 2022 –
| Ph.D. Programme(s) | Eligibility Criteria | Tentative No. of Seats |
| Agribusiness | MBA (Agribusiness)/Master’s Degree in Agricultural Marketing with minimum of 60% marks {55% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD} from a recognized Indian or foreign University. | 02 |
| Food Science & Technology | Master’s Degree in food science and allied fields with minimum of 60% marks {55% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD} from a recognized Indian or foreign University. | 02 |
| Biochemistry | Master’s degree in Life Sciences or related area with minimum of 60% marks {55% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD} from a recognized Indian or foreign University. | 02 |
| Botany | Master’s degree in Botany, Plant Sciences and allied subjects in Life Sciences with minimum of 60% marks {55% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD} from a recognized Indian or foreign University. | 06 |
| Chemistry | Master’s degree in Chemistry (Inorganic /Organic/ Physical/Analytical/Bio-inorganic/Bio-Physical/Medicinal/ Applied/ Pharmaceutical) and Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Biophysics with minimum of 60% marks {55% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD} from a recognized Indian or foreign University. | 06 |
| Bioinformatics | Master’s degree in Bioinformatics/ Life Sciences/ Biotechnology/ Physics/ Chemistry or any other relevant areas with minimum of 60% marks {55% for SC/ST/OBC (NCL)/PWD} from a recognized Indian or foreign University. | 03 |
| Theoretical and Computational Chemistry | Master’s degree in Chemistry or any other relevant areas with minimum of 60% marks {55% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD} from a recognized Indian or foreign University. | 03 |
| Computational Physics | Master’s degree in Physics or any other relevant areas with minimum of 60% marks {55% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD} from a recognized Indian or foreign University. | 01 |
| Mathematics | Master’s degree in Mathematics with minimum of 60% marks {55% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD} from a recognized Indian or foreign University. | 05 |
| Statistics | Master’s degree in Statistics/Mathematics with minimum of 60% marks {55% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD} from a recognized Indian or foreign University. | 02 |
| Microbiology | Master’s degree in Life Sciences or related area with minimum of 60% marks {55% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD} from a recognized Indian or foreign University. | 04 |
| Physics | Master’s degree in Physics/Applied Physics with minimum of 60% marks {55% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD} from a recognized Indian or foreign University. | 01 |
| Zoology | Master’s degree in any branch of Life Sciences/ Veterinary Sciences with minimum of 60% marks {55% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD} from a recognized Indian or foreign University. | 04 |
| Education | Master’s degree with minimum of 60% marks {55% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD} from a recognized Indian or foreign University. | 08 |
| Physical Education | Master’s degree in Physical Education with minimum of 60% marks {55% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD} from a recognized Indian or foreign University. | 08 |
| Computer Science & Technology | Master Engineering degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science & Technology, Information Technology or equivalent with 60% marks {55% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD} from a recognized Indian or foreign University. | 06 |
| Environmental Sciences | Master’s degree in Environmental Sciences / Environmental Engineering / Environment Science & Technology / Biotechnology / Botany / Chemistry / Civil Engineering with specialization in Environment / Energy & Environment with 60% marks {55% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD} from a recognized Indian or foreign University. | 07 |
| Geology | Master’s degree in Geology/Earth Science/Geological Science/Applied Geology/Marine Geology with 60% marks {55% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD} from a recognized Indian or foreign University. | 06 |
| Geography | Master’s degree in Geography/Urban Planning/Geoinformatics/Population studies with 60% marks {55% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD} from a recognized Indian or foreign University. | 02 |
| Human Genetics and Pharmaceutical Sciences | Master’s degree in any branch of Life Sciences with minimum of 60% marks {55% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD} from a recognized Indian or foreign University. | 06 |
| Pharmacology | Master’s degree in M.Pharm./M.S.(Pharm.)/ M.Sc. or equivalent in Pharmaceutical Sciences/Pharmacology and M.Sc. Life Sciences with minimum of 60% marks {55% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD} from a recognized Indian or foreign University. | 09 |
| Mass Communication & Media Studies | Master’s degree in Journalism and Mass Communication with minimum of 60% marks {55% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD} from a recognized Indian or foreign University. | 04 |
| Political Science | Master’s degree Political Science with minimum of 60% marks {55% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD} from a recognized Indian or foreign University. | 02 |
| English | Master’s degree in English with minimum of 60% marks {55% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD} from a recognized Indian or foreign University. | 02 |
| Punjabi | Master’s degree in Punjabi with minimum of 60% marks {55% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD} from a recognized Indian or foreign University. | 03 |
| Law | Master’s degree in Law with minimum of 60% marks {55% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD} from a recognized Indian or foreign University. | 09 |
| Commerce | Master’s degree in Commerce/Finance with minimum of 60% marks {55% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD} from a recognized Indian or foreign University. | 08 |
| Economics | Master’s degree in Economics with minimum of 60% marks {55% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD} from a recognized Indian or foreign University. | 09 |
| History | Master’s degree in History with minimum of 60% marks {55% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD} from a recognized Indian or foreign University. | 06 |
| Sociology | Master’s degree in Sociology, Development Studies, Cultural Studies, Gender Studies/Women Studies, Diaspora Studies, Social Exclusion and Inclusion with minimum of 60% marks {55% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD} from a recognized Indian or foreign University. | 06 |
| Psychology | Master’s degree in Psychology / Applied Psychology with minimum 60%marks (55% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD) from a recognized Indian or foreign University. | 07 |
| Library and Information Science | Master’s degree in Library and Information Sciences with minimum of 60% marks {55% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD} from a recognized Indian or foreign University. | 06 |
Central University of Punjab PhD Admission 2022 (Jan) Results
Selected Candidates
List of Candidate(s) selected for provisional admission for various Ph.D. programmes
Shortlisted Candidates
- Provisional selected list of Ph.D. candidates for interview (List -4)
- Provisional List of eligible candidates for the Ph.D. Interview (Jan/Feb. 2022 Intake) (List-3)
- Provisional List of eligible candidates for the Ph.D. Interview (Jan/Feb. 2022 Intake) (List-2)
- Provisional List of eligible candidates for the Ph.D. Interview (Jan/Feb. 2022 Intake)
Central University of Punjab PhD Admission 2021 (July)
Important Dates
| Last date of receipt of applications | 01 September 2021 |
| Date of Interview (Online) | To be declared |
| Date of Admission & Registration | 30 September 2021 |
| Date of Orientation | 01 October 2021 |
| Date of commencement of Classes | 01 October 2021 |
PhD Programs Offered
The following PhD Programmes are offered for admission
| Ph.D. Programme(s) | Eligibility Criteria | Tentative No. of Seats |
| Agribusiness | MBA (Agribusiness)/Master’s Degree in Agricultural Marketing with minimum of 60% marks {55% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD} from a recognized Indian or foreign University. | 04 |
| Food Science & Technology | Master’s Degree in food science and allied fields with minimum of 60% marks {55% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD} from a recognized Indian or foreign University. | 04 |
| Biochemistry | Master’s degree in Life Sciences or related area with minimum of 60% marks {55% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD} from a recognized Indian or foreign University. | 06 |
| Botany | Master’s degree in Botany, Plant Sciences and allied subjects in Life Sciences with minimum of 60% marks {55% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD} from a recognized Indian or foreign University. | 01 |
| Chemistry | Master’s degree in Chemistry (Inorganic /Organic/ Physical/Analytical/Bio-inorganic/Bio-Physical/Medicinal/ Applied/ Pharmaceutical) and Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Biophysics with minimum of 60% marks {55% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD} from a recognized Indian or foreign University. | 09 |
| Bioinformatics | Master’s degree in Bioinformatics/ Life Sciences/ Biotechnology/ Physics/ Chemistry or any other relevant areas with minimum of 60% marks {55% for SC/ST/OBC (NCL)/PWD} from a recognized Indian or foreign University. | 01 |
| Theoretical and Computational Chemistry | Master’s degree in Chemistry or any other relevant areas with minimum of 60% marks {55% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD} from a recognized Indian or foreign University. | 02 |
| Computational Physics | Master’s degree in Physics or any other relevant areas with minimum of 60% marks {55% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD} from a recognized Indian or foreign University. | 02 |
| Mathematics | Master’s degree in Mathematics with minimum of 60% marks {55% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD} from a recognized Indian or foreign University. | 01 |
| Statistics | Master’s degree in Statistics/Mathematics with minimum of 60% marks {55% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD} from a recognized Indian or foreign University. | 04 |
| Microbiology | Master’s degree in Life Sciences or related area with minimum of 60% marks {55% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD} from a recognized Indian or foreign University. | 03 |
| Physics | Master’s degree in Physics/Applied Physics with minimum of 60% marks {55% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD} from a recognized Indian or foreign University. | 03 |
| Zoology | Master’s degree in any branch of Life Sciences/ Veterinary Sciences with minimum of 60% marks {55% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD} from a recognized Indian or foreign University. | 04 |
| Education | Master’s degree with minimum of 60% marks {55% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD} from a recognized Indian or foreign University. | 04 |
| Physical Education | Master’s degree in Physical Education with minimum of 60% marks {55% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD} from a recognized Indian or foreign University. | 08 |
| Computer Science & Technology | Master Engineering degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science & Technology, Information Technology or equivalent with 60% marks {55% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD} from a recognized Indian or foreign University. | 09 |
| Environmental Sciences | Master’s degree in Environmental Sciences / Environmental Engineering / Environment Science & Technology / Biotechnology / Botany / Chemistry / Civil Engineering with specialization in Environment / Energy & Environment with 60% marks {55% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD} from a recognized Indian or foreign University. | 09 |
| Geology | Master’s degree in Geology/Earth Science/Geological Science/Applied Geology/Marine Geology with 60% marks {55% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD} from a recognized Indian or foreign University. | 08 |
| Human Genetics | Master’s degree in any branch of Life Sciences with minimum of 60% marks {55% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD} from a recognized Indian or foreign University. | 05 |
| Molecular Medicine | Master’s degree in any branch of Life Sciences with minimum of 60% marks {55% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD} from a recognized Indian or foreign University. | 04 |
| Medicinal Chemistry | Master’s degree in M.Pharm. /M.S.(Pharm.)/ M.Sc. or equivalent in Medicinal Chemistry/Pharmaceutical Chemistry/Chemistry with minimum of 60% marks {55% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD} from a recognized Indian or foreign University. | 01 |
| Pharmaceutical Sciences | Master’s degree in M.Pharm. /M.S.(Pharm.)/ M.Sc. or equivalent in Medicinal Chemistry/Pharmaceutical Chemistry/Chemistry with minimum of 60% marks {55% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD} from a recognized Indian or foreign University. | 14 |
| Pharmacology | Master’s degree in M.Pharm./M.S.(Pharm.)/ M.Sc. or equivalent in Pharmaceutical Sciences/Pharmacology and M.Sc. Life Sciences with minimum of 60% marks {55% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD} from a recognized Indian or foreign University. | 10 |
| Mass Communicati on & Media Studies | Master’s degree in Journalism and Mass Communication with minimum of 60% marks {55% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD} from a recognized Indian or foreign University. | 05 |
| Political Science | Master’s degree Political Science with minimum of 60% marks {55% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD} from a recognized Indian or foreign University. | 06 |
| English | Master’s degree in English with minimum of 60% marks {55% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD} from a recognized Indian or foreign University. | 01 |
| Punjabi | Master’s degree in Punjabi with minimum of 60% marks {55% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD} from a recognized Indian or foreign University. | 04 |
| Law | Master’s degree in Law with minimum of 60% marks {55% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD} from a recognized Indian or foreign University. | 07 |
| Commerce | Master’s degree in Commerce/Finance with minimum of 60% marks {55% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD} from a recognized Indian or foreign University. | 05 |
| Economics | Master’s degree in Economics with minimum of 60% marks {55% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD} from a recognized Indian or foreign University. | 04 |
| History | Master’s degree in History with minimum of 60% marks {55% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD} from a recognized Indian or foreign University. | 03 |
Eligibility Criteria for Central University of Punjab PhD Admission 2021
- Master’s degree in a relevant subject with atleast 60% marks (55% for OBC/SC/ST/ PWD).
- Candidate must have qualified CSIR-NET/UGC-NET/ ASRB-NET, ICMR-JRF, GATE, GPAT, DBT-BET/JEST (Physics) with existing validity and must have some financial assistance such as CSIR/UGC/ ICMR/DBT-JRF/RGNF/MANF / Industrial Fellowship or working in CUP projects.
- The valid UGC/CSIR/ASRB-NET, ICMR-JRF, GATE, GPAT, DBT-BET & JEST (Physics), qualified candidates will be exempted from test, however, they have to apply in the CUPB Ph.D. admission portal and appear for the interview.
- Only those Non-NET candidates, who have some financial assistance/fellowship from Govt. agencies/Research Projects/ Sponsored Research shall apply for the Ph.D. Entrance Test in the Central University of Punjab. For admission to Ph.D. programmes, the candidates working in Research Projects with fellowship and those having Financial Assistance from Govt. of India/RGNF/MANF/etc./Sponsored Research Fellowship (as per the University Guidelines) are required to pass in the written Entrance Test as well as the Interview for Ph.D. The candidate must have minimum 02 years of fellowship.
- Candidate must fulfill the eligibility criteria on the date of Registrations/ verification of Documents
Evaluation of Performance
The performance of the candidate will be evaluated as the following
Category-I Candidates exempted from Entrance Test
For CSIR/ UGC/ ICMR/ DBT-JRF Qualified Candidates
- Fix weightage for JRF qualification – 70 marks
- Interview – 30 marks
For CSIR/ UGC/ASRB-NET/GATE/GPAT/DBT-BET/JEST (Physics) (without JRF) Qualified Candidates with Financial Assistance
- Fix weightage for NET/GATE/ DBT-BET/ GPAT/JEST (Physics) qualification: 50 Marks
- Percentage of Marks obtained in NET/GATE/ DBT-BET/ GPAT/JEST (Physics) (20% weightage)- 20 Marks
- Interview: 30 Marks
Category-II All other Candidates not exempted from the Entrance Test
- University Entrance Test (70% weightage): 70 Marks
- Interview: 30 Marks
Admission Criteria
- The candidates has to appear in interview and merit list will be prepared on the basis of the evaluation criteria given above.
- The Interview will be conducted at the level of Department by the HOD along with 02 Senior Faculty members.
Central University of Punjab PhD Admission 2021 Application Process
- Candidates can apply online only CUPB website
- Check eligibility criteria and other requirements before filling the application form.
Application Fees
| General/OBC Candidates | Rs.800/- |
| SC/ST Candidates | Rs.400/- |
| PWD Candidates | No Fee |
| Mode of Payment | Online/Debit/Credit Card |
Central University of Punjab PhD Admission 2021 Results
- Lists of eligible candidate(s) for the Entrance test to admission in PhD. Programme
- Lists of not eligible candidate(s) for the Entrance test to admission in PhD. Programme
Entrance Test Details
Test Centre
Entrance test will be computer based and will be conducted at Central University of Punjab, Village
Ghudda, District Bathinda.
Pattern
The question paper will comprise of 70 multiple choice questions of one mark each.
Part A will be of 20 questions of general aptitude, reasoning and awareness.
Part B will be of 50 questions of subject specialization.
The time for the exam will be 75 minutes
Syllabus
The question papers for the entrance test will be as per UGC/CSIR NET/GATE/GPAT syllabi.
Cutoff Marks
The cut-off marks to qualify the entrance test will be 50% {45% for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PWD}.
Central University of Punjab PhD Admission 2021 (Jan)
Important Dates
| Date of Issue of Advertisement | 20.01.2021 (Wednesday) |
| Opening of Portal | 20.01.2021 (Wednesday) |
| Last date of receipt of applications | 31.01.2021 (Sunday) |
| Date of Interview (Online) | 08.02.2021 and 09.02.2021 (Monday & Tuesday) |
| Commencement of Course work | 15.02.2021 (Online) (Monday) |
| Last Date of Admission/Registration | 26.02.2021 (Friday) |
Central University of Punjab PhD Admission Jan 2021 Results
First Admission List
Ph.D. Provisional Selection list (Jan/Feb.2021 Intake)
Second Admission List
Third Admission List