Presidency University, Kolkata
Admission Notification for Ph.D. Programme (2024-2025 Session – Even)
Presidency University invites online applications from UGC or UGC-CSIR NET-qualified candidates for admission to its Ph.D. Programme across various departments for the session 2024-2025 (Even). The application process requires candidates to submit the online form and pay a non-refundable fee of ₹500.
Eligibility:
- Academic Qualification: Master’s degree with at least 55% marks (or equivalent grade). A 5% relaxation is provided for SC/ST/PwD candidates as per UGC norms.
- Certification: Valid UGC or UGC-CSIR NET qualification certificate.
Application Procedure:
- Visit official website to complete the application form. (Details given below)
- Pay the application fee using SBI Collect Portal with the system-generated application number.
- Submit the hard copy of the application, along with necessary documents and payment receipt, to:
The Secretary, Faculty Councils, Presidency University,
86/1, College Street, Kolkata-700073.
Presidency University Kolkata PhD Last Date & Other Important Dates:
- Start of Online Applications: 28th January 2025
- Start of Online Payment: 28th January 2025
- Last Date to Apply Online: 9th February 2025
- Last Date for Payment: 9th February 2025
- Deadline for Hardcopy Submission: 12th February 2025
- Interview/Test Schedule: To be announced by the respective departments.
Department-Wise Seat Availability (Provisional):
The total number of seats across departments is categorized by UR, SC, ST, and EWS. Notable departments include Chemistry (49 seats), Physics (40 seats), Mathematics (22 seats), and Life Sciences (14 seats). Reservations for PwD candidates are as per government norms.
Research Areas:
Each department offers diverse research opportunities, including:
- Bengali
- Political Science
- Chemistry
- Geology
- Physics
- Life Sciences
- Geography
- Mathematics
- Statistics
- Institute of Health Sciences
- Astrophysics
- Hindi
Selection Process:
Applicants must submit a 500-word research proposal with their application. Shortlisted candidates will undergo a test and/or interview conducted by the Departmental Ph.D. Selection Committees, as per UGC guidelines. Selected candidates will be enrolled provisionally upon payment of the prescribed fee.
Reservations:
Seats are reserved for SC/ST/EWS/PwD as per the West Bengal State Higher Education policies. Candidates claiming these reservations must provide valid certificates from competent authorities.
For detailed information on available seats, research areas, and selection procedures, refer to the official notification on the university’s website.
