Gujarat Vidyapith offers a full-time Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) Course with 19 Specializations. The Duration of the Course is 3 Years.

It is specialized in Rural Management, Computer Science, Economics, Microbiology, Hindi, Social Work, Gujarati, Education, Peace and Conflict Studies, Sociology, Journalism and Mass Communication, History, Adult Continuing Education & Extension, Gandhian Studies, Population Studies, Computer Networks

Minimum Eligibility is to complete Post-Graduation with a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate.

Admission will be given to those candidates who have qualified for the Entrance Exam conducted by the University itself.

GVP, Ahmedabad Ph.D. Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility Criteria for Ph.D. course is as follows:

  • Candidate should have completed Post-Graduation in a relevant discipline with a minimum aggregate of 50% marks or equivalent CGPA of any of the Universities incorporated by an act of the central or state legislature in India.
  • Candidate should have qualified equivalent qualification to PG Degree with a minimum aggregate of 50% marks or equivalent CGPA of any of the Universities incorporated by an act of the central or state legislature in India.

Note: A Relaxation of 5% aggregate is there for SC/ST candidates.

GVP, Ahmedabad Ph.D. Admission Guidelines

Selection Criteria:

Selection of Candidates is based on merit in Entrance Test conducted by the University itself. Candidates who have qualified for the Entrance Test have to attend a personal interview before final admission.

How to Apply?

Applications for Ph.D. programs can be made online as well as offline.

Online Application:

  • Firstly, Visit the university’s official website.
  • Click on the option ‘Admission 2020-21’.
  • Register Yourself by making ID and Password.
  • Then, fill the Application form by using the credentials formed.
  • Fill in the details and submit the form along with the Documents required.
  • Also, Pay the Application fee of INR 200 by Net Banking.

Offline Application:

  • Visit the University Counter.
  • Submit the Application form along with the required documents at the following address:

GVP, University Counter

Near Income Tax Office, Ashram Road

Ahmedabad – 380014

Gujarat, India

Documents Required

  • 10th and 12th Marksheet
  • PG Degree Marksheet
  • Admission Test Admit card/ Scorecard
  • Category Certificate
  • Income Certificate
  • Transfer Certificate
  • Caste Certificate

Read more: Gujarat Vidyapith Admission

GVP, Ahmedabad Ph.D. Course Details

Gujarat Vidyapith offers Ph.D. program in 19 specializations which are:

Gujarati Social Work
Hindi Computer Science
Gandhian Studies Sociology
Peace and Conflict Studies Population Studies
Rural Management Microbiology
Physical Education Economics
History Computer Networks
Non-Violence and Peace Education
Adult Continuing Education & Extension Library & Information Science
Journalism and Mass Communication

Duration for Ph.D.Course is 3 years.

Read more: Gujarat Vidyapith Ph.D. Course Details

GVP, Ahmedabad Ph.D. Fee Structure

The Fee Structure for the Ph.D. program is as follows:

Years Year 1 Year 2 Year 3
Semester 1 2 3 4 5 6
Tuition fee INR 4,885 INR 2,520 INR 3,260 INR 2,520 INR 3,260 INR 5,250
Total Year Wise INR 7,405 INR 5,780 INR 8,510
Grand Total INR 21,695

GVP, Ahmedabad Ph.D. FAQs

Ques. Does the GVP college have a hostel facility?

Ans. Yes, the accommodation facility at Gujarat Vidyapith has been modest and comfortable. Gujarat Vidyapith has 7 Boys Hostels and 3 Girls Hostels with all the basic and advanced amenities.

Ques. What facilities does the GVP College provide?

Ans. The college provides many facilities such as Library, Health Centre, Faculty, Hostel Facilities, Sports, Auditorium.

Ques. When was GVP College founded and where it is located?

Ans. Gujarat Vidyapith University was founded by Mahatma Gandhi in 1920. GVP is located near Income Tax Office on the Ashram Road, Ahmedabad – 380014 in Gujarat, India.

Ques. How to apply for Ph.D. Course at GVP College?

Ans. Candidates can either directly submit the application form at the University or submit the form online. The applicants must take care to upload documents and/or pay the necessary fees if any. Do refer to the University brochure and read the admission procedure for further information. For more details, please visit the university’s official website.

Ques. Mention some facilities about the Department of Computer Science for Ph.D. at GVP College?

Ans. Department of Computer Science caters to the computerization needs of various departments located at the Randheja and Sadra campus of GVP through the local computer center at both campuses. The Department has a separate and exclusive building. The building has fully-equipped with lecture rooms, office space for faculties, a laboratory, and Department Library.