Raksha Shakti University, India's first institute of Internal Security, was established by the Government of Gujarat in 2009 through the Raksha Shakti University Act, 2009. Raksha Shakti University, Ahmedabad, offers Doctor of Philosophy degrees in a total of 5 specializations under its PhD program. 

  • The program is specialized in 5 subjects, namely, Forensic Science, Criminology, Cyber Security Systems and Networks, Physical Education, Information Technology. 
  • The minimum requirement to apply for a PhD at Raksha Shakti University is a Master’s degree in a relevant subject.
  • However, an entrance examination is conducted along with an interview for the selection process.
  • Likewise, opting for a Ph.D. degree will be made of UGC-JRF/NET, CSIR-JRF, CSIR-NET, SET / SELT, GATE, or MPhil degree. An entrance test will be taken for those who have not given any of the above-mentioned degrees. After being selected in the entrance examination, all the candidates have to pass the interview for admission in Ph.D. Program.

Raksha Shakti University Ph.D Eligibility Criteria:

The PhD program is open to the following candidates:

  • Students who passed the postgraduate in the relevant stream with 55% marks.
  • They must have a valid score of UGC / CSIR (JRF / NET) or SET / SLET or GATE or MPhil. degree and interview.

Note: 50% of reserved category. 

Raksha Shakti University Ph.D Admission

Selection Criteria

Raksha Shakti University offers several research programs viz Ph.D. in Law, Criminology, Psychology, Cybersecurity, Internal Security Management. Admission to the Ph.D. program is based on the scores obtained by the candidates in UGC / CSIR (JRF / NET) or SET / SLET or GATE or MPhil degree.

How to apply?

  • Click on the official website.
  • There will be a field as “Admission” on the website, click on it.
  • Click on the "Download" tab opposite the Ph.D. application form.
  • The application form has to be filled by the candidate on the first page of the PDF and the second page will have all the information like eligibility, selection procedure, the application process, etc. will be detailed.
  • Please read the instructions carefully and prepare all the required documents before filling up the application form.
  • Now carefully fill in all the relevant details.
  • Prepare the required enclosures for the "Registrar, University of Defense Power" provided in Ahmedabad and send along with the application form and application fee in the form of INR 1000 / - in cash or DD.

Raksha University Ph.D. Course Details

Extending over 3 years, the total course package for the Ph.D. program usually contains the following components.

Sr. No. Subjects No. of seats
1 Law 2
2 Criminology 2
3 Physical Education 4
4 Police Administration 2
5 Forensic Science 2
6 Cyber Security and Networks / Information Technology / Computer Engineering 6

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Raksha University Ph.D Placement Details

Internship & Placement Division of Rashtriya Raksha University endeavors to facilitate and provide suitable placement in reputed multinationals, government organizations, and the private sector. All students of the University are entitled to placement assistance, need-based training, and counseling for employment. The division conducts extra classes and mock interviews to enable and prepare the students to become successful professionals.

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Raksha University Ph.D FAQs

Ques. What is the vision of a Raksha Shakti University towards a Phd scholars? 

Ans. Overall security and strategic education are important for overall national security. The emergence as a world-class research-oriented university dedicated to taking action-based research and the awakening of effective intellectual knowledge about national-level security policies have contributed to global security, peace, and harmony.

Ques. What is the mission of a Raksha Shakti University towards scholars? 

Ans. Enhancing technologically optimized value-added solutions and research incentives to facilitate innovative concepts to transform and develop global security architectures to address emerging threats and challenges. Identify, prepare and maintain state strategies of national strategic and security culture through continuous growth and development of education, research, and training cadres from military and civil society.

Ques. What about the research Ph.D. course at Raksha Shakti University? 

Ans. Research is an integral part of the activities of this university. The University has advanced and sophisticated laboratories in the field of forensics and cybersecurity. Research projects in the field of internal security are carried out.

Ques. How are the faculties of a Ph.D. at Raksha Shakti University? 

Ans. The research team is made up of faculty members from the university's constitution department, visiting scholars, doctoral scholars, undergraduate and graduate students who collaborate with each other on research projects across the institute. Authentic, applied and interdisciplinary is a key principle and the work of research scholars usually involves research from different branches of internal security.

Ques. What are the enclosures required for admission to Ph.D. courses at Raksha Shakti University? 

Ans. Candidates can get the application form from the university or download it from the university website for a nominal fee. The necessary enclosure is - (i) a Self-attested copy of the Eligibility Certificate and the mark sheet. (ii) One passport size photograph.

Ques. What is the fee structure of Ph.D. courses at Raksha Shakti University? 

Ans. Ph.D. Course Fees:

Fee details Amount in Rs(Full-time scholar) Amount in Rs(part-time scholar)
Registration fee(one time) 2,500 2,500
Security Deposit (One Time) 10000 10000
Course Work Fee including the examination (One Time) 2,500 2,500
Ph.D. Program Annual Fee 30,000 30,000
Infrastructure Maintenance 2,000 ---
Medical Facilities 2,000 ---
Academic Facilities 7,000 ---
Sports and gymnasium 2,000 ---
Total Annual Fee 43,000 30,000
Ph.D. Programme Late Submission of Annual Fee (per month) 1,000 (per month) 1,000
Pre- Synopsis Evaluation (One-time) 10,000 10,000
Revaluation Pre- Synopsis Evaluation (If needed) 5,000 5,000
Thesis Evaluation (One Time) 15,000 15,000
Thesis Re-evaluation (If needed) 7,500 7,500
Late Thesis Submission (If needed) 5,000 5,000