The Indira Gandhi National Tribal University (IGNTU) has announced its Ph.D. Admission for the academic session 2024-25, offering a range of research opportunities across various disciplines. The admission process includes details on the seat matrix, categorized quotas (such as General, SC, ST, OBC, EWS, and PwD), and comprehensive program offerings. Candidates are advised to review the seat availability under each category for their preferred departments. The university provides a robust research environment with experienced faculty, focusing on tribal studies, science, social sciences, and humanities. Aspirants must check the eligibility criteria and follow the application guidelines to secure admission to their desired Ph.D. program.
Eligibility Criteria
General Requirements:
1. Educational Qualification:
– Master’s Degree (after a three-year Bachelor’s Degree) with at least 55% marks in aggregate or equivalent grade (if a grading system is followed).
– Relaxation: 5% marks or equivalent grade relaxation for SC/ST/OBC (non-creamy layer), Differently-Abled, and EWS candidates.
2. National-Level Exemptions:
– Candidates who have qualified JRF, NET, GPAT, GATE, CEED, NET (Ph.D. Admission), or similar national-level tests are eligible.Applicable Ph.D. Programs:
Main Campus, Amarkantak:
– Arts & Humanities: English, Hindi, History, Ancient Indian History & Archaeology, Tribal Studies, Linguistics, etc.
– Social Sciences: Sociology, Political Science, Geography, Economics, etc.
– Sciences: Botany, Zoology, Chemistry, Biotechnology, Environmental Science, etc.
– Professional & Interdisciplinary: Commerce, Business Management, Education, Pharmacy, Yogic Science, etc.
Regional Campus, Manipur (RCM):-
– Political Science, Social Work, Computer Science, and Physical Education.
Note: Detailed seat matrix and further specifics are available on the official website.
Important Dates:
– Start of Online Application Submission: December 16, 2024
– Last Date to Apply: January 15, 2025
– Tentative Interview Dates: Last week of January or first week of February 2025
Application Process:
– Mode: Online only.
– How to Apply: Visit Official Website click here
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– Application Fee:
– General/EWS/OBC: ₹700
– SC/ST/PWD: ₹500
Note: For detailed eligibility and updates, regularly check the university’s website.
IGNTU Ph.D. Seat Matrix 2024-25
The seat distribution for Ph.D. programs at IGNTU (Main Campus, Amarkantak) and Regional Campus, Manipur (RCM) is as follows:
Main Campus, Amarkantak
1. Arts & Humanities:
– English, Hindi, Philosophy, Linguistics: Seats range between 4-15 (UR, EWS, OBC, SC, ST categories included).
– Journalism & Mass Communication, Museology, Tribal Studies: 6-9 seats per program.
2. Social Sciences
– History, Political Science, Sociology, Geography, Economics: Average of 6-9 seats per subject.
3. Sciences:
– Physics, Chemistry, Zoology, Botany, Mathematics, Statistics: Seats range between 6-11.
– Biotechnology, Environmental Science, Geology: 4-9 seats per program.
4. Professional Programs:
– Business Management, Commerce, Education, Pharmacy: 6-9 seats per program.
– Physical Education, Performing Arts, Tourism Management: 2-6 seats per program.
– Home Science, Applied Psychology, Yogic Science: 3-7 seats per program.
Regional Campus, Manipur (RCM)
1. Social Sciences & Professional Programs:
– Political Science, Social Work, Computer Science, Physical Education: 2-3 seats per program.
Seat Reservation Highlights:
– General (UR): Majority of seats (4-15 per program).
– Reserved Categories (EWS, OBC, SC, ST): Proportional distribution with a relaxation in eligibility criteria.
– Total seats per program vary between 2 and 15.
For program-specific supervisor specialization and updated vacancy details, visit the official IGNTU website.