Kalyani University PhD Admission 2023 is going to begin soon. Selections of students for admission to PhD programs is based on Kalyani University Research Eligibility Test (KURET) followed by interview with the respective Departmental Research Committee. Candidates who have qualified UGC NET or SET or SLET are exempted from taking the entrance test for Ph.D programs. 

Kalyani University offers Ph.D in 23 disciplines. The minimum eligibility required for admission to PhD programs is a postgraduate degree in a relevant discipline. The application process for the research courses begins in May and forms can be filled online on Kalyani University website. Check Kalyani University Admission 2023

Kalyani University Ph.D Eligibility

  • Master’s degree in relevant discipline with 55% aggregate marks.
  • Candidates who have qualified UGC NET or SET or SLET are exempted from taking the entrance test for Ph.D programs.

Note: 40% marks in relevant subject are required for SC/ST category candidates.

Kalyani University Ph.D Admission Process

Selection of the candidate to the above mentioned courses is done on the basis of Kalyani University Research Eligibility Test (KURET) and interview by the Departmental Research Committee.

Kalyani university conducts a Common Entrance Test for admission to PhD courses. This Entrance test will be conducted in the model of NET-UGC/CSIR, SET and such other examination.

The PhD will be held with OMR sheets based on 50 MCQ type question carrying 2 marks each. Selected candidates have to produce No Objection Certificate from their Employer during the time of Admission.

Applicants who meet any one of the following criteria are exempted from the KURET:

Candidate who has qualified in NET/SLET/SET/GATE/KURAT/KURET/EEARP or any other National or State level test for pursuing teaching or research.

 or

The applicant, who was admitted through the admission test in M.Phil./M.Tech. course (other than five years integrated M.Tech. course) and has obtained M.Phil./M.Tech. Degree from this University or any other University/ Institute recognized by this University.

or

Whole time teacher of this University or any other University /Institute/ Government Aided college .

Particulars Weightage
Qualifying marks in written examination (EEARP) 50%
Final Selection will be based on
Academic achievement 80%
Interview 20%

Note: Applicants must bring the enclosures provided in ‘How to apply’ section at the time of admission for verification.

How To Apply?

Application for PhD program can be filled online by visiting the university website. To complete the process successfully, applicants can follow the given steps:

  1. Visit Kalyani University Website.
  2. Cick on "Online Application" link
  3. The Application Form Submission is a 2 step process.
  4.  Fill the online form giving academic details (Step - 1) and personal details (Step - 2).
  5. Applicant should upload scanned photograph and signature file. 
  6. After providing all mandatory details click on "Submit" to submit the application.
  7. An Application I.D. will be created & details will be displayed on the screen.
  8. Applicants need to note down the Application ID and Email and Mobile No correctly
  9. Verification for payments will be done after 48 hours. Applicants can print their Application Receipt after verification.

Depositing the Payment :

  1. Visit the https://www.onlinesbi.com/ Link for payment.
  2. Select 'SBI Bank Collect' from the menu.
  3. On the 'SBI Bank Collect' page, select 'State of Corporate/Institution' (West Bengal) and 'Type of Corporate/Institution' (Educational Institutions) from the drop down Menu and click GO.
  4. Select from Educational Institutions name 'University of Kalyani A/C SBC' from the drop down Menu and click Submit.
  5. Provide the payment details such as 'Application I.D.' Name of the Applicant' 'Date of Birth' etc. and click submit.
  6. Confirm the payment details, and make payment through Net Banking/Card Payment/Other Payment modes.
  7. Application fee is INR 400 for General candidates & OBC candidates and INR 200 for SC / ST candidates. For differently able (PD) candidates INR 160.

Generation of Merit List: Merit List of Applicants selected provisionally in different Courses and categories will be notified on the University website.

Documents Required

  1. Valid ID proof.
  2. Marksheets of 10th, 12th, graduation and postgraduate program.
  3. Admit card and scorecard of Entrance exam.

Check Kalyani University Admission 2023

FAQs

Ques. Is it good to pursue PhD from Kalyani University?

Ans. Yes, it is a decent university and considered one of the prestigious universities in West Bengal. The PhD faculty members help in guiding students to main research paper standards.

Ques. What is any fellowship opportunity for pursuing a Ph.D. at Kalyani University?

Ans. Yes, the university provides fellowship as per the guidelines of UGC. The JRF qualified students are provided with monthly fellowship allowances for continued research expenses.

Ques. What are the fees for Ph.D. course at Kalyani University?

Ans. The fees for Ph.D. course in the first year of the course work are 13850 INR. The maximum duration of Ph.D. program is five years.

Ques. Are NET qualified exempted from entrance examination for Ph.D. admission?

Ans. Yes, NET qualified students are exempted from entrance examination for Ph.D. admission. The applicants can directly apply and get through the interview for the selection process.

Ques. Is it worth pursuing PhD from Kalyani University?

Ans. Both courses provide different levels of research exposure to the students. It depends on the interest of the student in the research field.