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Can we do PhD in correspondence?how about its duration?


Allwyn Prince 9th Jun, 2019
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pdwords Student Expert 9th Jun, 2019

Hello, 


Yes, you can. The most preferred University for PhD in correspondence is IGNOU, since it's recognized by UGC. 


Eligibility:-


Master's Degree from a University recognized by UGC in the relevant discipline with atleast 55% marks [50%marks in the case of SC,ST andOBC(Non-creamy Layer)/Differently-Abled and other categories of candidates as per the decision of UGC from time to time, or for those who had obtained their Master's Degree prior to 19th September,1991].


(b) Candidates holding M.Phil. degree (along with course work and dissertation both) or those candidates who have cleared NET (conducted by UGC/CSIR/ICAR) or any other equivalent examination will be exempted from appearing in the Entrance Test. 


(c) Those who have not cleared NET/any other equivalent examination or not holding M.Phil. Degree will be required to appear in the Entrance Test.


SELECTION PROCEDURE:


Stage 1: Entrance Test:


a) The Entrance Test is qualifying in nature and is conducted by the University at National Level in select examination centres across the country. 


b) Those who secure at least 50% marks in the entrance test (45% marks in case of SC/ST/PH) will be shortlisted for the interview in order of merit subject to the maximum limit of five times of the available seats. 


Stage 2: Interview/ Presentation


a) Short-listed Candidates in the Entrance Test will be called for interview/presentation of Synopsis before the Discipline specific Doctoral Research Committee. 


b) Those candidates exempted from appearing in the Entrance Test will also be called for interview/presentation of Synopsis before the Discipline specific Doctoral Research Committee. 


c) Offer letters for admission will be sent to the Selected Candidates only.


 Maximum duration is 5 years year for PhD programme 


Thank you! 


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