Mahatma Gandhi Central University (MGCU), established by the Central Universities (Amendment) Act of 2014, began functioning on February 3, 2016, in Motihari, Bihar. This emerging public university offers a range of undergraduate, postgraduate, and Ph.D. programs across seven schools and 20 departments, attracting students from across India. Named after Mahatma Gandhi, MGCU is dedicated to promoting values of truth, non-violence, and service to humanity. Under the dynamic leadership of Vice-Chancellor Prof. Sanjeev Kumar Sharma, MGCU fosters holistic development in education, research, and innovation within a supportive environment.
Admission/Eligibility Criteria
– Basis of Admission : Admission to the Ph.D. program at MGCU will be based on UGC-NET scores per UGC guideline
– Category 1 : Eligible for Ph.D. admission with JRF and Assistant Professor appointment.
– Category 2 : Eligible for Ph.D. admission without JRF and Assistant Professor appointment.
– Category 3 : Eligible for Ph.D. admission only (not eligible for JRF or Assistant Professor).
– Additional Eligibility :
– Candidates with valid JRF status prior to 2024 may apply.
– Candidates qualifying UGC-NET/UGC-CSIR in 2024 or other national-level tests are eligible under Categories 2 and 3.
– NET qualifiers prior to 2024 (without JRF) are not eligible.
– Relaxations : A 5% relaxation in marks or equivalent grade is available for SC/ST/OBC (non-creamy layer)/Differently-Abled, EWS, and other UGC-designated categories.
– Requirement : Eligibility criteria must be met by the application deadline.
How to Apply
– Application Period : start date – 3/11/2024
Last date – 25/11/2024
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–ย Important Details :
– Ensure eligibility criteria are met before applying.
– Provide a valid email, mobile number, Aadhaar number, and upload clear copies of required documents.
– Submit applications early to avoid delays, as the University is not responsible for technical issues or late submissions.
– Final Steps : After submitting the application, print a copy. This print-out, along with required documents, must be presented at the interview for verification.
Application/Registration Fee
–ย Fee Structure :
– General/OBC/EWS : 500/-
– SC/ST/PwBD : 200/-
– Payment Details :
– Fees can be paid via net-banking, debit/credit card, or UPI.
– GST and other applicable taxes may apply.
– Separate fees must be paid for each program if applying to multiple departments.
– Fees are non-refundable; candidates should follow payment instructions carefully.
– Payment is to be made online through the SAMARTH portal during application submission.
Selection Process
– Weightage : Admission is based on 70% NET test scores and 30% interview performance.
– Interview : Only shortlisted, eligible applicants who submitted the online form will be interviewed in their respective departments.
– Schedule : Interview schedules and details will be posted on the MGCU website ย click here
Program-Wise Seat
– Total Seats Available : 135 seats (+2 additional seats for Ph.D. in Biotechnology).
– Category-Wise Distribution :
– General (UR) : 89 seats
– OBC : 25 seats
– SC : 13 seats
– ST : 2 seats
– EWS : 6 seats
– Major Programs : Largest seats offered in Chemistry (16), Physics (21), and Political Science (11). Smaller programs include single seats in Management Sciences and Sociology.
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