General Rule: Candidates must hold a Master's degree (or equivalent) with a minimum of 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PwD as per UGC norms) from a recognized university.
General Eligibility
| Category | Minimum Qualification | Minimum Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General / OBC (Creamy Layer) | Master's degree in relevant discipline | 55% |
| SC / ST / OBC-NCL / PwD | Master's degree in relevant discipline | 50% |
| M.Phil. holders | M.Phil. degree from recognized university | 55% |
| Professional degree holders | B.E./B.Tech. with PG / relevant professional degree | As per UGC norms |
School-Wise Eligibility
⚙️ Engineering
- M.E. / M.Tech. in relevant branch (preferred)
- M.Sc. in relevant science subject with 55% marks
- B.E./B.Tech. with GATE score (for direct Ph.D. entry — limited seats)
🔬 Science
- M.Sc. in Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biotechnology, or Environmental Science
- NET/GATE qualified candidates preferred
📊 Management
- MBA / M.Com. / M.A. in relevant subject with 55%
- CA / ICWA / CS with 55% in final examination also eligible
- Part-time applicants need minimum 2 years of relevant work experience
💊 Pharmacy
- M.Pharm. in relevant specialization with 55%
- GPAT qualified candidates given preference
🏥 Allied Health Sciences
- Master's degree in relevant health science discipline
- Valid registration with respective state/national council mandatory
- Minimum 1 year clinical/practical experience preferred
📚 Humanities & Social Sciences
- M.A. in relevant discipline with 55%
- UGC-NET qualified candidates exempted from entrance test
Entrance Test Exemptions
The following candidates are exempted from the university Research Entrance Test (RET):
UGC-NET / JRF
CSIR-NET / JRF
GATE (valid score)
ICMR-JRF
DBT-JRF
GPAT
SLET / SET
M.Phil. holders
DST-INSPIRE Fellows