Who is eligible for Junior Research Fellowship Programme at Periyar University?

Any MSc/MTech/MVSc or equivalent degree/Integrated BS-MS/BE/BTech in any discipline of biotechnology; MSc/MTech in bioinformatics or computational biology; students admitted under DBT - supported postgraduate teaching programmes MSc in life science/bioscience/zoology/ botany/microbiology/biochemistry/biophysics; and Master’s in allied areas of biology or life sciences; Candidates appearing for final year examinations also eligible to apply The candidate should get 60% marks for General, EWS & OBC category, and 55% for SC/ST/differently abled in aggregate (or equivalent grade) The Age limit should be 28 years for General and EWS category (relaxed up to 5 years for SC/ST/differently abled/women candidates, and up to 3 years for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates) as on the last date of application

What are the documents required for PhD at Periyar University?

Students can check the list of documents required for PhD at the time of admission: Class 10 and 12 mark sheet UG and PG mark sheets and degree Aadhaar card Category certificate (if applicable) DOB proof

How to get admission in PhD at Periyar University?

Students who are looking for admission to Ph.D., programme at Periyar University, a candidate should have obtained a Master Degree with not less than 55% of marks or an equivalent grade. For the candidates belonging to SC/ST/OBC (Non-creamy layer)/Differently abled and those who have qualified for the Master’s degree before 19th September 1991 the minimum eligibility marks shall be 50% in their Master’s degree

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Periyar University PhD Courses & Fees 2024: Admission Dates, Fee, Selection Criteria

Q: How to prepare for PhD to get admission at Periyar University?

The syllabus for the PhD program will depend on the subject opted for by the student. Note that the PhD program is available in almost all the major disciplines, including - Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Bio-Sciences, Clinical Research, Zoology, Applied Sciences, Economics, Social Work, Literature, Arts, Psychology, and Social Sciences. The student will get around 3-5 years to complete their PhD programme. At the end of the program, the student will have to submit an original research thesis on a particular topic. The research paper may include topics like: Introduction to the subject Research Design Research Foundation Quality Standards Measuring Structure and Size

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Periyar University PhD (Dec 2024 session) entrance test is to be held on Jan 25, 2025.

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Periyar University PhD Eligibility and Highlights 2024

Periyar University PhD admissions 2024 will open soon on the official website. Interested students are advised to visit the official website to know the application status.Periyar University facilitates PhD courses in the field of Arts, Science, and Technology. PhD courses are being offered in four categories: Full-time, Part-time, Independent research without a supervisor, and Research Fellows/Research Assistants/Technical Assistants/Project Assistants/Training Officers in Extension Departments. Admission to the course is on the basis of an entrance test conducted by the university followed by an interview round. Periyar University admission rounds are conducted by the Department Research Committee. The final selection is based on applicants’ performance in the PhD entrance test, interview, and PG course.

Apart from the entrance test, aspirants are required to meet the minimum eligibility as well. The table presents PhD course admission fee, eligibility and selection criteria details:

Course	Eligibility Criteria	Selection Criteria
PhD	Masters or PG degree with at least 55% aggregate (50% for SC/ST/OBC(Non-creamy layer)/Differently abled and those who have qualified for the Master’s degree before 19th September 1991)	PhD Entrance Test (50%) + Personal Interview + PG marks (50%)

NOTE: Candidates who qualify for UGC-NET/UGC-CSIR (NET)/SET/GATE/Teacher Fellowship holder/MPhil degree holder who have been admitted through the common entrance test conducted at the University level (evidence of common entrance mark should be produced) are exempted from appearing written test but shall attend the interview.

Some of the PhD specialisations that Periyar University offers are mentioned in the following table:

Check: Periyar University PhD Information Booklet

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Q: How to submit PhD application at Periyar University?

Students can check the list from the points mentioned below:

Application for Provisional registration- A candidate applying for provisional registration shall furnish all the information in the form prescribed together with the prescribed fee within 30 days of his / her admission in the Departments /Colleges / Institutions
Interdisplinary Research- For interdisciplinary research a candidate may have a Co-Guide at Periyar University.

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Q: How to apply for PhD at Periyar University?

Candidates can fill out and submit the Periyar University PhD application form at Periyar University in online mode. The steps to be followed for filling out and submitting of online application are as follows:

Step 1: Visit the Periyar University official website Periyar University

Step 2: Register by entering credentials like applicant name, date of birth, etc. to generate login ID and password.

Step 3: Login to fill out the application form.

Step 4: Upload the important documents.

Step 5: Submit the online form.

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Q: How can I join PhD in Periyar University?

An Entrance Test consists of both a written test and an oral interview. The written test will be conducted for 40 marks and an oral interview for 10 marks at Periyar University. Candidates securing 50% aggregate altogether shall be declared eligible for admission. Those candidates who scored at least 15 marks on the written test will be called for an oral interview.

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Q: How to prepare for PhD to get admission at Periyar University?

The syllabus for the PhD program will depend on the subject opted for by the student. Note that the PhD program is available in almost all the major disciplines, including - Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Bio-Sciences, Clinical Research, Zoology, Applied Sciences, Economics, Social Work, Literature, Arts, Psychology, and Social Sciences.

The student will get around 3-5 years to complete their PhD programme. At the end of the program, the student will have to submit an original research thesis on a particular topic.

The research paper may include topics like:

Introduction to the subject
Research Design
Research Foundation
Quality Standards
Measuring Structure and Size

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Q: How many PhD specialisations are offered at Periyar University?

Some of the PhD specialisations that Periyar University offers are mentioned in the following table:

Periyar University PhD Specialisations
Economics	History	Education
Journalism and Mass Communication	Sociology	Computer Science
Zoology	Energy Technology	Textiles and Apparel Design
Physics	Psychology	Nutrition and Dietetics
Environmental Science	Mathematics	Microbiology

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Periyar University Ph.D.
Admission dates 2025

Dates	Past Events
25 Jan '25	Ph.D. (Dec 2024 session) Entrance Test
21 Jan '25	Ph.D. (Dec 2024 session) Release of admit card for download

Periyar University PhD Admissions 2024: How to Apply?

Step 1: Visit the Periyar University official website (www.periyaruniversity.ac.in).

Step 2: Register by entering credentials like applicant name, date of birth, etc. to generate login ID and password.

Step 3: Login to fill out the application form.

Step 4: Upload the important documents.

Step 5: Submit the online form.

Periyar University PhD Application Process: Important Documents

The documents required at the time of form filling are:

Class 10 and 12 mark sheet
UG and PG mark sheets and degree
Aadhaar card
Category certificate (if applicable)
DOB proof

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Periyar University PhD Seats

A total of 363 seats are available for PhD at Periyar University. Majority of seats are available for Government Arts College For Men, Krishnagiri, i.e., 109. For more details, students can check the table presented below:

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Institutes	Seats
Government Arts College, Salem	20
Arignar Anna Government Arts College	56
Government Arts College For Men, Krishnagiri	109
J.K.K Nataraja College of Arts and Science	28
M.G.R College	39

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Q: How many PhD seats are available at Periyar University?

Majority of seats are available for Government Arts College For Men, Krishnagiri which is 109. Apart from this, a total of 42 seats are available at Sri Vidhya Mandir Arts and Science College. Students can check the table presented below:

Institutes	Seats
Government Arts College, Salem	20
Arignar Anna Government Arts College	56
Government Arts College For Men, Krishnagiri	109
J.K.K Nataraja College of Arts and Science	28
M.G.R College	39
Mahendra Arts and Science College	24
Sri Vidhya Mandir Arts and Science College	42
Sri Vijay Vidyalaya College of Arts and Science	24
Arignar Anna Government Arts College, Salem	5
M.G.R. College	16