Vidyasagar University PhD Admissions for the session 2023-24 is ongoing. Vidyasagar University, Midnapore, West Bengal offers admission to Ph.D programme under 27 specializations. Admission will be based on the Common Entrance Test (CET) conducted by the university. SET/NET/JRF qualified candidates will be exempted from the entrance examination. Masters degree holder in relevant subject can apply for admission.

The application form can be filled online through the official website Vidyasagar University (http://www.vidyasagar.ac.in). Application fee of INR 500/- should be paid through Net Banking/Debit/Credit Card.

Vidyasagar University PhD Important Dates

  Event Dates
Issue of Admission Notification Aug 21, 2023
Admission portal open on and from Aug 28, 2023
Last date of submission of online Application Form Sep 12, 2023
Date of Publication of Provisiona l List of Eligible Candidates for Written Admission Test Sep 18, 2023
Date of Publication of Provisional List of Exempted  Candidates from Written Admission Test Sep 18, 2023
Date of Claims and Objections Sep 20, 2023 - Sep 21, 2023
Date of  Publication of  Final List of Eligible Candidates for Written Admission Test Sep 22, 2023
Date of Publication of Final List of Exempted  Candidates from Written Admission Test Sep 22, 2023
Dates of Issuing Admit Card to the Eligible Candidates for Written Admission Test  Sep 25, 2023 - Oct 02, 2023
Dates of Written Admission Test Oct 04, 2023 - Oct 10, 2023
Publication of Merit List of Written Admission Test Oct 17, 2023
Date of Interview(Viva-Voce) Oct 04, 2023, Nov 01, 2023, Nov 02, 2023
Date of Publication of Final Merit List Nov 22, 2023
Dates of Admission ( Oftline) Nov 24, 2023 - Dec 01, 2023
Course Work Classes started on Dec 15, 2023

Vidyasagar University Highlights

Courses Offered MPhil & PhD 
Admissions Offered Based on Entrance
Entrances Accepted CET conducted by Vidyasagar University / SET / JRF
Applications Available Online 
Application Fee INR 500 + GST
Mode of Payment Online 
Scholarships Offered  Upto INR 20,00,000
Official Website http://www.vidyasagar.ac.in/

Vidyasagar University PhD Specializations

Zoology Women's Studies Sociology Sanskrit Remote Sensing & GIS
Political Science Physiology Physics Philosophy Microbiology
Mathematics Management Life Science Library and Information Science History
Hindi Fisheries Science Environmental studies English Economics
Commerce Chemistry Botany Bio-Medical Laboratory Science & Management Bengali
Anthropology Adivasi Studies - - -

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Vidyasagar University PhD Eligibility

  • Master degree holder in relevant subject from a recognized university.
  • Minimum of 55% marks (general category) and 50% marks (SC, ST, PH) should be secured in the qualifying examination.
  • Candidates appearing for qualifying examination can also apply for admission

Vidyasagar University PhD Admission Process

Admission will be based on CET and VIVA VOCE conducted by the university.

  • Provisional merit list will be uploaded for CET based on marks secured in the qualifying examination.
  • SET/NET/JRF qualified candidates will be exempted from CET.
  • CET qualified candidates will be invited for VIVA-VOCE and submission of the research proposal.
  • Final merit list will be based on CET and VIVA-VOCE along with research proposal.
  • Selected candidates will be called for the final submission of programme fee.

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How To Apply?

Application form can be filled online through the official website of the university.

  1. Visit: http://phdadmission.vidyasagar.ac.in/
  2. Click “New Portal”
  3. Read disclaimer carefully
  4. Enter asked personal information
  5. Type valid email id and contact number
  6. Enter academic details
  7. Scan and upload a recent photograph 
  8. Pay application fee of INR 500/- through Net Banking/Credit/Debit Card
  9. Take a print out of the filled application form 
  10. Post the filled application form and supporting documents to:

Vidyasagar University Rd,

Rangamati, Midnapore,

West Bengal 721102

Required Documents

  • Application fees payment receipt
  • Date of birth proof
  • Self-attested copy (both sides) of mark sheets of 10th, 12th and Graduation 
  • Self-attested mark sheet of post-graduation
  • Caste/disability certificates from the appropriate authority (if applicable)
  • Address proof

Vidyasagar University PhD FAQs

Ques. Which are some of the notable alumni of Vidyasagar University?

Ans. Various alumni members of Vidyasagar University belong to the field of administration, government services, academia, film studies etc. Some of the notable alumni are listed here: 

  • Rupchand Hansda, Indian writer of Santali language and civil servant from West Bengal. 
  • Swapan Kumar Pati, Indian quantum chemist
  • Pradip Sarkar, Indian businessperson and politician from West bengal 
  • Gyan Singh Sohanpal, Indian politician (INC)

Ques. Which specialisations are offered in the PHD programme at Vidyasagar University? 

Ans. Vidyasagar offers multiple specialization option for PHD students including programs in Bengali, Commerce, Economics, English, History, Hindi, Library & Information Science, Management, Philosophy, Political Science, Sanskrit, Santali, Anthropology, Biomedical Laboratory Science & Management, Botany, Chemistry, Fisheries Science, Geography, Mathematics, Microbiology, Physics, Physiology, Zoology, Life Science. The most sought after departments are of Environmental Studies, Adivasi Studies and Women’s Studies at Vidyasagar University. 

Ques. Which candidates are supposed to submit an NOC (No Objection Certificate) for PHD admission at Vidyasagar University?

Ans. Vidyasagar University demands that if a candidate is employed in a job, then it is mandatory to produce an NOC from the employer at the time of joining of course. 

Ques. What is the admission procedure for PhD admission at Vidyasagar University ? 

Ans. For PHD admissions at Vidyasagar University, after filling out the online application form and when it is found complete in all respects, the candidate will be asked to appear for an Entrance Test( unless exempted) followed by an Interview (video conference in view of current pandemic) on a selected date. 

Ques. In the PhD CET for Vidyasagar University, what subject will I be tested in and what is the difficulty level?

Ans. In the entrance examination, along with the General Section, you will be tested in the subject of the PhD program you have applied to and the subject you have done your Master’s degree in, if the two subjects are different but allied. Difficulty level is of UGC-CSIR-NET, GATE etc.hat steps has the University taken to normalise the 2020 admission process?

Ques. Can I study part-time along with pursuing a PhD degree at Vidyasagar University?

Ans. Yes. Many students choose to study part time while enrolled in the PHD program at Vidyasagar University. It is likely that the majority of funded PhD positions will require a full time commitment.

Ques. Which are some of the departments offering PhD degrees at Vidyasagar University?

Ans. The following departments offer PhD degree programs at Vidyasagar University:

Ques. How is Vidyasagar University for higher studies and PhD? 

Ans. Vidyasagar College is a good college for pursuing a degree in arts courses, as these are most sought after. Faculty and facilities offered by the University are exemplary in the West Bengal region. The campus has old buildings and architecture.