Central University of South Bihar PhD Admission 2023-24: Central University of South Bihar, Gaya, Bihar invites application for PhD admission in various disciplines.
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CUSB PhD Programs
- PhD Education
- PhD Law
- PhD Mathematics
- PhD Statistics
- PhD Computer Science
- PhD Physics
- PhD Chemistry
- PhD Biotechnology
- PhD Bioinformatics
- PhD Environmental Science
- PhD Life science
- PhD Hindi
- PhD English
- PhD Journalism and mass Communication
- PhD Psychology & Clinical Psychology
- PhD History
- PhD Development Studies
- PhD Sociology
- PhD Economics
- PhD Political Science
- PhD Commerce
- PhD Geology
- PhD Physical Education
- PhD Pharmacy
- PhD Geography
PhD Seats 2023-24
For Entrance Based Admission
Central University of South Bihar invites online application from eligible candidates for Central University of South Bihar Ph.D. Entrance Test (CUSBPET) 2023 for admission in following Ph.D. Programmes for Academic Year 2023-24 commencing from 2nd January, 2024:
| Name of the Programme | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ph.D. in Bioinformatics | 10 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 17 |
| Ph.D. in Geology | 7 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 12 |
| Ph.D. in Physics | 6 | 3 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 18 |
| Ph.D. in Chemistry | 8 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 16 |
| Ph.D. in Mathematics | 3 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 15 |
| Ph.D. in Statistics | 5 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 14 |
| Ph.D. in Pharmacy | 9 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 19 |
For Direct Admission
Central University of South Bihar invites online application from NET/JRF/GATE/GPAT qualified candidates for admission in following Ph.D. Programmes for Academic Year 2023-24-
| Subject | Total Seats |
| PhD Bioinformatics | 17 |
| PhD Biotechnology | 12 |
| PhD Environmental Science | 10 |
| PhD Life Science (Animal Science / Plant Science) | 3 |
| PhD Geology | 12 |
| PhD Geography | 2 |
| PhD Physics | 20 |
| PhD Chemistry | 21 |
| PhD Mathematics | 19 |
| PhD Statistics | 16 |
| PhD Computer Science | 6 |
| PhD Physical Education | 10 |
| PhD Education | 7 |
| PhD Law | 44 |
| PhD Hindi | 3 |
| PhD English | 12 |
| PhD Journalism and Mass Communication | 11 |
| PhD Psychology / Clinical Psychology | 12 |
| PhD Commerce | 10 |
| PhD Pharmacy | 23 |
| PhD Sociology | 13 |
| PhD History | 5 |
| PhD Political Science and International Relations | 13 |
| PhD Economics | 15 |
CUSB PhD Admission 2023-24 Eligibility Criteria
- Master’s degree in the concerned/relevant/allied subject with 55% marks or equivalent in Master’s degree in Education from a recognized University/Institution.
- A Relaxation of 5% of marks from 55 to 50% or equivalent relaxation of Grade for SC/ST/OBC(Non creamy layer)/Differently abled candidates.
CUSB PhD Admission 2023-24 Important Dates
For Entrance Based Admission
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Opening of online application forms | November 29, 2023 |
| Last date for submission of application forms | December 10, 2023 |
| Ph.D. Entrance Test | December 19, 2023 |
| Verification of documents and Interview | December 20, 2023 |
| Announcement of Merit List for admission | December 22, 2023 |
| Date for deposition of fees for admission (in online mode) | December 23-27, 2023 |
For Direct Admission
| Particulars | Important Date |
|---|---|
| Opening of Online Application Forms and Fee | November 04, 2023 |
| Last Date for Application Submission and Fee | November 20, 2023 |
| Document Verification and Interview (Offline) | November 22-23, 2023 |
| Announcement of Merit List for Admission | December 05, 2023 |
| Fee Payment for Admission (Online) | December 19-26, 2023 |
CUSB PhD Admission 2023-24 Application Process
- Candidates have to apply online on the link available at university website or in notification.
- Candidates are required to upload recent passport size photograph, scanned signature and scanned copies of the supporting documents.
- Read instruction given there carefully before filling application form.
Application Fee
For Entrance Based Admission
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General/EWS | Rs. 1,000/- |
| OBC/SC/ST/PwD | Rs. 750/- |
For Direct Admission
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General/EWS | Rs. 800/- |
| OBC/SC/ST/PwD | Rs. 500/- |
Selection Process
For Entrance Based Admission
- Central University of South Bihar will conduct written entrance test on 19.12.2023 for those candidates who have submitted online application within stipulated date followed by interview on 20.12.2023.
- To be considered for the interview, the candidate must obtain 50% marks for UR category and 45 % for OBC/ SC /ST/ EWS/ PwD in the written entrance test . However, obtaining the aforementioned marks shall not guarantee to be considered for Interview. The University can decide a higher cut off marks depending upon the number of qualified candidates in written test and available number of seats. For one seat three candidates shall be considered for interview.
- The candidates shall be required to produce their Original Certificate at the time of interview for verification. The verification of the certificate will be made in the concerned Departments before conduct of Interview on 20.12.2023.
- The candidates shall submit one set of self-attested photocopy of documents at the time of verification as mentioned at Annexure-II.
The pattern of written examination and interview are as follows:
- Test A: Assessment Research Methodology and Subject Knowledge
- The syllabus of the Entrance Test shall consist of 50% of research methodology and 50% shall be subject specific.
- This written test is aimed to assess the reasoning, quantitative ability, general knowledge, language skill and subject knowledge of PG level. The qualifying marks for Test A shall be 50%.
- A relaxation of 5% percent marks will be allowed in the entrance examination for the candidate belonging to SC/ST/OBC/PwD/EWS.
- Test B: Assessment of Research Aptitude through Research Plan and Personal Interview
- The interview/interaction/viva-voce shall be of 100 marks consisting of the following aspects, viz. whether:
- (a) 6-8 pages of research plan submitted satisfactorily defended by the candidate: 30% (15%+15%)
- (b) The candidate possesses the competence for the proposed research and can contribute to new / additional knowledge/ depth of subject knowledge: 40% (20%+20%)
- (c) Overall assessment of the candidate based on his/ her attitude, hardworking nature, dedication, responses, presence of mind etc.: 30%
Final Merit List
- The final merit list shall be prepared on the basis of 70% of the total marks obtained in the Test A (for University entrance examination qualified candidates) and 30% of the total marks obtained in the Test B.
- The cut off marks to be eligible for getting place in the merit list shall be 60% (for UR & EWS) and 55% (for OBC/SC/ST/PH) of the total marks obtained in the final merit list and it shall be determined in accordance with the number of vacancy available in the concerned discipline in that academic session. However, meeting the said minimum requirement will not guarantee admission for Ph.D. as it is dependent upon the position in the merit list and availability of vacant seats.
For Direct Admission
- Interview shall be conducted only of those candidates who have submitted the online application form and fulfilling the eligibility criteria.
- Interviews will be held in physical mode (offline) only, however, any candidate residing outside of the country may be allowed to appear in online mode in exceptional cases on his/her request and after approval of the Competent Authority.
- The Interview of 100 marks shall be conducted of those candidates who have applied for Walk-in-Interview for admission in PhD programme. The minimum qualifying marks in the interview shall be 60% (for UR & EWS) and 55% (for OBC/SC/ST/PH). However, meeting the said minimum requirement will not guarantee admission for Ph.D. as it is dependent upon the position in the merit list and availability of vacant seats.
- The interview/interaction/viva-voce shall be of 100 marks consisting of the following aspects, viz. whether:
- (a) 6-8 pages of research plan submitted satisfactorily defended by the candidate: 30% (15%+15%)
- (b) The candidate possesses the competence for the proposed research and can contribute to new / additional knowledge/ depth of subject knowledge: 40% (20%+20%)
- (c) Overall assessment of the candidate based on his/ her attitude, hardworking nature, dedication, responses, presence of mind etc.: 30%
Documents required at the time of interview
CUSB PhD Admission 2023-24 Results
For Direct Admission
- List of selected candidates for PhD admission AY 2023-24
- Notice No. AE7240 dated 05.12.2023 regarding declaration of result for admission in PhD programmes AY 2023-24
- Interview Schedule of admission in various programmes AY 2023-24
Important Links
| Notification For Entrance Based Admission | Click Here |
| Application Form Entrance Based Admission | Click Here |
| Notification For Direct Admission | Click Here |
| Application Form Direct Admission | Click Here |
| CUSB Website | Click Here |
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Central University of South Bihar PhD Admission 2022-23
Central University of South Bihar PhD Programs
Available PhD Program Seats for session 2022-23
| Name of Subjects | No of Seats |
| Education | 25 |
| Law | 16 |
| Mathematics | 12 |
| Statistics | 10 |
| Computer Science | 07 |
| Physics | 23 |
| Chemistry | 18 |
| Biotechnology | 08 |
| Bioinformatics | 08 |
| Environmental Science | 07 |
| Life science | 07 |
| Hindi | 10 |
| English | 09 |
| Journalism and mass Communication | 07 |
| Psychology & Clinical Psychology | 06 |
| History | 03 |
| Development Studies | 03 |
| Sociology | 06 |
| Economics | 09 |
| Political Science | 04 |
| Commerce | 03 |
| Geology | 07 |
| Physical Education | 09 |
| Pharmacy | 07 |
| Geography | 14 |
| Total Seats | 238 |
Category Wise Seats
Central University of South Bihar PhD Admission 2022-23 Important Dates
| Opening of the online Application forms | 01 September 2022 |
| Activation of Payment link | 01-21 September 2022 |
| Last Date for Online Application | 21 September 2022 |
| Publication of the list of eligible candidates for Interview along with Interview dates | 26 September 2022 |
| Verification of documents and interview (in offline mode) by respective Departments | 10-20 October 2022 |
| Announcement of Merit List for admission | 10 November 2022 |
| Date for deposition of fees for admission | 14-20 November 2022 |
| Admission of waitlisted candidates against vacant seats, if any | 23-26 November 2022 |
Central University of South Bihar PhD Admission 2022-23 Results
List of Candidates Eligible for Interview
List of candidates provisionally Eligible for Interview in PhD programme
Notice: For Interview to admission in Ph.D. Session 2022-23
Central University of South Bihar PhD Admission 2021
Available PhD Programs
| Name of Subjects | No of Seats |
| Education | 21 |
| Law | 7 |
| Mathematics | 9 |
| Statistics | 16 |
| Computer Science | 6 |
| Physics | 12 |
| Chemistry | 10 |
| Biotechnology | 4 |
| Bioinformatics | 3 |
| Environmental Science | 7 |
| Life science | 15 |
| Hindi | 5 |
| English | 10 |
| Communication & Media Studies | 6 |
| Psychology & Clinical Psychology | 6 |
| History | 6 |
| Development Studies | 6 |
| Sociology | 2 |
| Economics | 8 |
| Political Science & International Relations | 4 |
| Commerce | 11 |
| Geology | 14 |
| Physical Education | 12 |
| Pharmacy | 12 |
| Total Seats | 212 |
Central University of South Bihar PhD Admission 2021 Important Dates
| Opening of the online Application forms | 25 August 2021 |
| Activation of Payment link | 01-10 September 2021 |
| Last Date of receiving of the Online Application | 10 September 2021 |
| Publication of the list of eligible candidates for Interview alongwith Interview dates | 15 September 2021 |
| Verification of documents and interview (in offline mode) by respective Departments | 21-30 September 2021 |
| Announcement of Merit List for admission | 05 October 2021 |
| Date for deposition of fees for admission | 06-08 October 2021 |
| Admission of waitlisted candidates against vacant seats, if any | 12-13 October 2021 |