The required minimum qualification for admission to a Ph. D Program shall normally be a two years Master's or M. Phil Degree from any accredited Indian or Foreign University in the relevant field. She/he must have obtained 55% marks or Equivalent Grade in the Master's or M. Phil.

A relaxation of 5% of marks, from 55% to 50%, or an equivalent relaxation of grade, may be allowed for those belonging to SC/ST/OBC (non-creamy layer) / Differently Abled / those who had obtained their Master's degree prior to 19th September, 1991 and other categories of candidates as per the decision of the UGC from time to time.