Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) is now accepting applications for Ph.D. programs for the academic session 2024-25. AMU offers a wide range of research opportunities across various disciplines, aiming to foster an environment of academic excellence and innovation. Eligible candidates are encouraged to apply to pursue advanced studies under the guidance of distinguished faculty. Admission details, including eligibility criteria and application deadlines, are available on the university’s official website.

Eligibility Criteria

Academic Qualifications  : 

   – Master’s degree (1-year/2-semester after 4-year bachelor’s OR 2-year/4-semester after 3-year bachelor’s) with at least 55% marks or equivalent grade.

   – OR M.Phil. degree with at least 55% marks or equivalent grade.

   – OR 4-year bachelor’s degree with research and a minimum of 75% marks or equivalent grade.

Special Eligibility :

   – Candidates in externally funded research projects at AMU, who meet basic criteria, may apply with project alignment justification from the Principal Investigator.

   – Contractual Assistant Professors and Guest Teachers, permanent school teachers, Nursing Tutors, and permanent non-teaching employees with five years of service at AMU may apply for part-time Ph.D. programs if eligibility is met.

Relaxation  :   A 5% marks relaxation in the qualifying exam is applicable for Differently Abled Candidates.

Note  :  Additional eligibility requirements may be set by the University’s Academic Council.

 Admission Criteria

Selection Process : 

   – Admission is based on (a) a written test and (b) a presentation-cum-interview for those who pass the written test. Exemptions may apply as per Ordinances .

Exemptions :

   – Candidates with fellowships/scholarships from UGC-NET, UGC-CSIR NET, GATE, CEED, or similar national exams with qualifying scores (General Category) are exempt from the written test. They must, however, attend the presentation-cum-interview.

   – Foreign nationals are exempt from the written test but must participate in the presentation-cum-interview, either in person or via video conferencing.

For detailed information, the Ph.D. Ordinances/Regulations (Academic) on the AMU website    click here

Application Form Details

– Form Availability  : Opens on 11.11.2024 and closes on 01.12.2024.

–  Late Submission : Forms can be submitted with a late fee until 08.12.2024.

– Processing Charges  :

   –  Indian Nationals  : Rs 950/- 

   – Foreign Nationals :   Rs 8300/-

– Correction Window  : Online corrections in the application form are permitted from 09.12.2024 to 12.12.2024.

– apply web site –   click here

– notification link –  click here

Additional Notes  for Ph.D. Admission

–  Vacancies  : Ph.D. seat availability will be announced separately, last 2023-24 seat details  click here

– Multiple Applications  : Candidates eligible for Ph.D. admission in more than one faculty can apply separately for each faculty but are limited to a maximum of two disciplines within the same faculty. Separate application forms are required for each faculty application.