GJU PhD Admission 2023 is going to begin soon. For admission in Ph.D. programs, candidates are required to appear in the entrance exam followed by counselling. Guru Jambheshwar University (GJU), Hisar offers Ph.D. programs for a minimum duration of 3 years. The Ph.D. program is specialized under eight departments that include Mechanical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Environment Science & Engineering, Bio & Nano Technology, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science & Engineering, Physiotherapy, and Food Technology. A post-graduate degree in the relevant stream with 55% marks is the minimum requirement for Ph.D. admission. Read more: GJU Admission 2023

GJU PhD Admission Dates 2023

Event Dates
Application Submission Last Date To be notified
Display of Merit List for JRF (valid)/NET/GATE/GPAT candidates  To be notified
Counselling for admission of JRF (valid) /NET/GATE/GPAT candidates To be notified
Display of Vacant Seats To be notified
Entrance Test for Vacant Seats To be notified
Entrance Test Result  To be notified
Counselling for admission of candidates qualifying Entrance Test  To be notified
Commencement of Course Work To be notified

GJU Ph.D. Eligibility Criteria

A candidate must have passed a Master's degree in the subject concerned or in an allied subject with a minimum of 55% marks (50% for SC/ST candidates of Haryana) in aggregate or an equivalent degree from a foreign educational institution.

GJU PhD Admission

Admission to Ph.D. programs is made through an entrance exam conducted by the University followed by counselling to be organized by the Department/School concerned. 

Regular teachers of GJU, foreign candidates, candidates who have qualified JRF (valid)/NET, or having valid GATE/GPAT score are exempted from the entrance exam

The merit list for admission to the Ph.D. program shall be made according to the following criteria: 

  • 30% weightage of marks in the Master’s Degree Examination. 
  • 20% weightage of marks in the Bachelor’s Degree Examination. 
  • 50% weightage of marks in the Entrance Test. 
  • Weightage of 10 marks to the candidates having valid JRF. 
  • Weightage of 05 marks to the candidates having Valid GATE/GPAT/NET 

How to Apply?

  • Visit the official site: gjuonline.ac.in/phdadm2223.
  • Click on the “New Candidate Registration” option.
  • Register yourself by providing necessary details.
  • Now Login using set user id and Password
  • Fill out the application form.
  • Pay the registration fee of Rs.300/- (Reserved categories of Haryana other than EWS) and Rs. 600/- (for EWS candidates of Haryana).
  • Go through the details of particulars filled in the form before registration confirmation and click the Confirmation button.
  • Candidates are advised to note down Reference No. which appears on the screen after confirming.
  • After the registration, candidates will be directed to “Payment Option” on the online payment gateway and make the payment through Debit/Credit Card or by Net Banking.
  • Without depositing the Fee, the candidate shall not be allowed to appear in the Entrance Test and also cannot download the admit card. 
  • After the payment of the fees, click on “Submit Application Form.”
  • A detailed application form will be displayed. The candidate is required to submit all the details along with uploading scanned copies of photographs and Signatures.
  • After having done so, click on the “Submit” button.
  • Keep one copy of the Confirmed Application Form and fee receipt safely with you for any future reference.

Documents Required:

  • X, XII, Graduation, Post-graduation Marksheet
  • Graduation and Post-graduation Degree
  • UGC-NET/CSIR/DBT/DST/ASRB-JRF(valid)/NET/GATE/GPAT/ICMR qualified certificate
  • DMC of passing of Pre-Ph.D./Ph.D. course work
  • No Objection Certificate
  • Character Certificate
  • Migration Certificate
  • Category Certificate

Read more: GJU Admission 2023

GJU PhD Course Details

The duration of the Ph.D. course work will be 1 semester. It will be offered in the first semester. Each paper of the course work will be of 4 credits

A candidate has to earn a minimum of 75% attendance for the Ph.D. coursework to be eligible for appearing in the examination.

Every candidate has to submit his/her thesis within a period of 4 years, but not before two years from the date of his/her registration, failing which his/her registration shall be canceled.

The Ph.D. program at GJU, Hisar is offered in various specializations under 9 departments. The courses offered are:

Department Areas of specializations
Computer Science & Engineering
  • Computer Networks
  • Software Engineering
Electrical Engineering
  • Power System
Mechanical Engineering
  • Tribology
  • Production
  • CAD/CAM
  • Thermal & Solar Energy
  • Heat Transfer
  • Cellular Manufacturing & Facility Layout Design
  • Welding & Joining
Environmental Science & Engineering
  • Bioremediation
  • Environmental Biotechnology & Nanotechnology
  • Bioenergy and Bioremediation
  • Water & Waste Water Management
  • Industrial Waste Management
  • Nanotechnology & Waste-water Treatment.
Food Technology
  • Post-Harvest Technology of Fruits & Vegetables
Bio & Nano Technology
  • Nano Science & Technology
  • Biotechnology
Pharmaceutical Sciences
  • Pharmaceutical Chemistry 
  • Pharmaceutics
  • Pharmacology 
Physiotherapy
  • Neuro-Physiotherapy
  • Musculoskeletal/Orthopaedic Physiotherapy
  • Manual therapy
  • Biomechanics

GJU Ph.D. FAQs

Ques. What is the duration & pattern of the entrance test for Ph.D. admission at GJU Hisar?

Ans. The Entrance Test for Ph.D. admission will be of 2 hours duration with 100 marks consisting of multiple-choice questions. The candidates can download the syllabus for the entrance test from the university website or can contact the Chairperson of the respective Department.

Ques. What is the fee structure for a Ph.D. course at GJU Hisar?

Ans. The fee payable for a Ph.D. course at the time of admission for the first semester is INR 10,000 for the course, INR 2000 library membership, and INR 3000 as registration fee.

Ques. What are the different career prospects after pursuing a Ph.D. from GJU Hisar?

Ans. After completing a Ph.D., candidates can work as University professors, Industrial R&D Lab professionals, and Start-ups mentors. Industrial R & D organizations have Ph.D. researchers who are involved in research activities, designing new products, and taking part in crucial strategic meetings.

Ques. Does GJU Hisar offer any scholarship to the students pursuing a Ph.D. program?

Ans. Each department has 1 University Research Scholarship. It will be awarded according to the scholarship ordinance of the University. The amount of the scholarship is INR. 5000/- per month and it should be awarded from the date of admission in Ph.D. and INR. 8000 from the date of confirmation of Ph.D. registration.

Ques. What are the parameters used in the Ph.D. admission process in GJU Hisar?

Ans. The selection process includes parameters like entrance exam score, graduation score, and post-graduation degree. Shortlisted students are called for counselling.