The Ph.D. Admission Guidelines and Information Bulletin – December 2024 of Gangadhar Meher University, Sambalpur , provides comprehensive details for aspiring doctoral candidates. It outlines the eligibility criteria, admission procedures, important dates, and guidelines for the entrance examination and interview process. The bulletin includes information on the available research disciplines, intake capacity, reservation policies, fee structure, and required documents. It also highlights the university’s emphasis on research excellence and academic integrity, ensuring a transparent and merit-based selection process. This document serves as an essential resource for applicants seeking to pursue advanced research at Gangadhar Meher University.
Eligibility, Selection Process, and Requirements
1. Admission Criteria:
– Weightage : 70% for test scores and 30% for interview/viva voce.
– Eligibility : Based on combined merit of NET marks and interview/viva voce for Categories 2 and 3.
– NET Validity : NET marks for candidates in Categories 2 and 3 are valid for one year for Ph.D. admission.
2. Relaxation for Reserved Categories : A 5% marks relaxation is granted for SC/ST/OBC (non-creamy layer)/Differently-Abled/EWS candidates.
3. National Level Exams Eligibility : Candidates with qualifications in GATE, JEST, DBT, INSPIRE, NFST, ICHR, ICSSR, ICMR, or other National/State level exams with fellowships are eligible to apply.
4. Full-Time Ph.D. Course Work : Ph.D. coursework is mandatory for all scholars, including “Research and Publication Ethics” and research methodology courses.
5. Employment Requirement : Employed candidates must provide proof of being relieved from their job to pursue full-time Ph.D. studies.
Ph .D. Admission Schedule
1. Application Form and Brochure Availability :
– Date: 24.12.2024 to 15.01.2025
2. Last Date for Receiving Hard Copy of Application :
– Date: 15.01.2025 (Wednesday) by 5:00 PM
3. Publication of Eligibility List :
– Date: 21.01.2025 (Tuesday)
4. Receipt of Queries :
– Date: 23.01.2025
5. Publication of Final Eligibility List :
– Date: 24.01.2025 (Thursday)
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Ph.D. Programs – December 2024 Session
G.M. University is taking significant steps toward fostering equity, access, and inclusion in higher education. As part of these efforts, the university is offering Ph.D. programs in 17 major departments for the session beginning in December 2024. These programs will be available under the semester system, with seats offered based on the availability of eligible supervisors. The following is a list of departments with available vacancies:
1. Anthropology – 05 seats
2. Biotechnology – 03 seats
3. Chemistry – 05 seats
4. Commerce – 01 seat
5. Computer Science – 04 seats
6. Economics – 05 seats
7. Education – 05 seats
8. English – 04 seats
9. Geography – 03 seats
10. History – 02 seats
11. Mathematics – 02 seats
12. Odia – 02 seats
13. Physics – 11 seats
14. Political Science – 03 seats
15. Psychology – 02 seats
16. Sanskrit – 03 seats
17. Statistics – 01 seat
Note : The number of seats in the above departments is subject to change.