Utkal University PhD Programme: Key Dates, Prerequisites & Registration Modality
Utkal University PhD Programme: Key Dates, Prerequisites & Registration Modality

Utkal University PhD Admissions 2023 at Bhubaneswar. Utkal University in Bhubaneswar is now welcoming applications for its PhD programs for the academic year 2023-24.

Located in Bhubaneswar, Khordha, Odisha, Utkal University holds the distinction of being the state’s oldest and India’s 17th oldest university. In 2023, it secured the 93rd rank among Indian universities according to NIRF.

Utkal University PhD

Candidates can check complete details on Utkal University PhD Admission 2023 from the post below.

Important Dates

  • Notification Date: 19 Oct 2023
  • Start date of online registration: 20 Oct 2023
  • Last date of submitting online application form: 04 Nov 2023
  • Entrance Test Schedule Subject Wise: 14 Nov 2023
  • Entrance Test for different Courses: 1st and 2nd Dec 2023
  • Result of written test to be published: 07 Dec 2023
  • Viva-voce test to be completed by: 16 Dec 2023
  • Publication of Final Merit list: 20 Dec 2023

PhD Programs

  • History; Political Science; Psychology; Public Administration; Physics; Personnel Management And Industrial Relation; Sanskrit; Sociology; Statistics; Zoology; Analytical and Applied Economics; Business Administration; Commerce; Computer Science and Application; English; Geology; Geography; Mathematics; Odia; Philosophy; Pharmaceutical Science; Microbiology; Environmental Science; Social Exclusion and Inclusive Policy; Chemistry; Bio Technology; Botany; Ancient Indian History Culture and Archaeology; Anthropology; Education; Fishery Science; Journalism and mass Communication; Life Science; Physical Education; Polymer Science; Development Studies; Public Health; Social Work

Eligibility Criteria

  • Master degree holders having secured at least 55% of marks in the subject concerned of Utkal University or any other University recognized as equivalent by Utkal University are eligible to take admission into Ph.D. coursework provided they qualify through a written test followed by a viva-voce. However, candidates belonging to SC/ST category shall be given a relaxation of 5% of marks at Masters Level (i.e., 50%).
  • The candidates qualifying UGC-CSIR-NET/ GATE/ SLET/ DBT/ ICMR/ ICHR/ ICSSR/ INSPIRE Fellowship of DST/ Rajiv Gandhi National Fellowship as will be approved by the Vice-Chancellor from time to time, are exempted from written test only. M.Phil / M.Tech/LL.M. Degree holders are also exempted from written test only provided they have been admitted to M.Phil / M.Tech/LL.M. Program through a written / interview test with project/dissertation work. Subjects in which marks are not awarded, equivalent grade point shall be taken as the qualifying grade/mark.
  • Eligibility of scholars for Ph.D. Degree in Medicine and Dental discipline shall be determined as per norms laid down in the statutes of the University or guidelines of MCI
  • For detailed Eligibility Criteria refer to prospectus.

Application Procedure:

  1. Visit the Utkal University website to access the online application form.
  2. Follow the instructions diligently, complete the form, and submit.
  3. Ensure to send a hard copy of the completed form with the required documents to the respective department head or the designated Nodal Centre.

Application Fee: INR 1000, payable through net banking or credit/debit card using SBI E-Pay.

Important Points:

  1. Admission is based on both an entrance test and an interview.
  2. Specific qualifications might exempt you from the written test.
  3. Entrance Test Details:
    • The written test is split into two papers, each of 90 minutes and 70 marks.
    • Paper-I focuses on Research Methodology, Quantitative Aptitude, and Data Interpretation.
    • Paper-II pertains to the specific subject chosen.
    • A minimum score of 50% is required to pass each paper.
    • Venue, date, and time details will be provided in the hall ticket or admit card.
  4. A viva-voce follows the written test, which carries 30 marks.
  5. The final merit list is determined solely based on the viva-voce scores.

Entrance Exam & Interview

  • The question for the Written Test shall consist of two parts, each part carrying 70 Marks and each of 90 minutes (1½ hr) duration.
  • The paper-I of the question shall be purely multiple choice and objective-type, covering questions from Research Methodology, Quantitative Aptitude and Interpretation of Data.
  • The paper-II of the question shall be from the subject concerned.
  • The qualifying mark for Ph.D. Programme in each paper in the written test is 50%.
  • The venue, date and time of the written test will be printed in your hall ticket / admit card. The venue, date and time of the viva-voce will be intimated to the candidates by e-mail and SMS. The letter correspondence will be made regarding written test, viva-voce and selection of candidates by the concerned Department.
  • The candidates who qualify in the written test shall be called for a viva-voce which is of 30 marks.(20 V.V+ 10 CM).
  • The merit list shall be prepared based on the marks secured by the candidate in the viva-voce test only (i.e., out of 30 marks). (20 V.V+ 10 CM).

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