To pursue a Ph.D. (Doctor of Philosophy) degree at Pondicherry University, Puducherry, candidates must meet certain eligibility criteria. Applicants should have a Master's degree in the relevant field from a recognized university, with a minimum of 55% aggregate marks or an equivalent grade. However, a relaxation of 5% is provided for candidates belonging to SC/ST/OBC (non-creamy layer)/differently-abled categories. Additionally, candidates must qualify in the university's entrance examination or any other national-level test such as UGC-NET (including JRF)/CSIR-NET (including JRF)/SLET/GATE. Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview, where their research aptitude and potential will be assessed.
Documents Required :
- PG mark sheet or equivalent
- Birth certificate or any other proof of age
- Character certificate from the last attended institution
- Migration certificate from the last attended institution
- Category certificate (if applicable)
- Passport size photographs
- Aadhaar card or any other government-issued ID proof