Presidency University Kolkata is inviting applications for PhD Admission 2024 in multiple specializations. Candidates can apply online through the Presidency University admission portal from January 28, 2025.

Presidency University PhD Admission Schedule

Event Date
Commencement of online application January 28, 2025
Start date for online payment January 28, 2025
Last date for online application and payment February 9, 2025
Last Date for receiving Hardcopy of the application February 12, 2025
Interview/test schedule Not Yet Declared

Presidency University PhD Eligibility

  • Candidates must have a Master’s degree with at least 55% of marks in aggregate or its equivalent grade.
  • A relaxation of 5% of marks or an equivalent grade is allowed for those belonging to the SC/ST Person with Disability (PwD) category.
  • UGC or UGC-CSIR NET qualified with a valid NET certificate candidates preferred.

Presidency University PhD Selection Criteria

  • All applicants must submit a research proposal of 500 words.
  • Department/School/Institute will shortlist candidates based on:
  • Research proposals
  • Academic criteria
  • Guide availability in proposed research areas
  • Shortlisted candidates must appear for a test and/or interview
  • Candidates will discuss their research interests during the interview.
  • The list of qualified candidates will be published on the university's official website.

Presidency University PhD Admission seat Matrix

The department-wise seat intake for the Presidency University PhD Programme is listed below:

Name of Department Total Seats
Bengali 8
Political Science 7
Chemistry 49
Geology 30
Physics 48
Life Sciences 14
Geography 10
Mathematics 22
Statistics 6
Institute of Health Sciences 6
Astrophysics 2
Hindi 2

Candidates must visit the University’s official website for regular updates and information.

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