Utkal University PhD Admission 2023-24 – Utkal University, Bhubaneswar invites applications for admission into PhD Programs for academic session 2023-24.
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Utkal University PhD Programs
- PhD History
- PhD Political Science
- PhD Psychology
- PhD Public Administration
- PhD Physics
- PhD Personnel Management And Industrial Relation
- PhD Sanskrit
- PhD Sociology
- PhD Statistics
- PhD Zoology
- PhD Analytical and Applied Economics
- PhD Business Administration
- PhD Commerce
- PhD Computer Science and Application
- PhD English
- PhD Geology
- PhD Geography
- PhD Mathematics
- PhD Odia
- PhD Philosophy
- PhD Pharmaceutical Science
- PhD Microbiology
- PhD Environmental Science
- PhD Social Exclusion and Inclusive Policy
- PhD Chemistry
- PhD Bio Technology
- PhD Botany
- PhD Ancient Indian History Culture And Archiology
- PhD Anthropology
- PhD Education
- PhD Fishery Science
- PhD Journalism and mass Communication
- PhD Life Science
- PhD Physical Education
- PhD Polymer Science
- PhD Development Studies
- PhD Public Health
- PhD Social Work
Tentative PhD Vacancy for 2023-24
| Department/College | Subject | No. Of Vacancy |
| P.G.Dept. Of A&A Economic, U.U | A&A Economics | 05 |
| P.G.Dept. Of Anthropology, U.U | Anthropology | 07 |
| P.G.Dept. Of Biotechnology, U.U | Biotechnology | 12 |
| Institute Of Life Science BBSR | Biotechnology | 08 |
| P.G.Dept. Of Botany, U.U | Botany | 10 |
| P.G.Dept. Of Chemistry, U.U | Chemistry | 08 |
| P.G.Dept. Of Comp.Sci & App, U.U | Computer Sci. and Application | 09 |
| Institute Of Mathematics | Computer Sci. and Application | 01 |
| P.G.Dept. Of English, U.U | English | 05 |
| P.G.Dept. Of Geography, U.U | Geography | 05 |
| P.G.Dept. Of Geology, U.U | Geology | 08 |
| P.G.Dept. Of History, U.U | History | 06 |
| Institute Of Mathematics | Mathematics | 02 |
| P.G.Dept. Of Odia, U.U | Odia | 10 |
| P.G.Dept. Of Philosophy, U.U | Philosophy | 03 |
| P.G.Dept. Of Physics, U.U | Physics | 03 |
| P.G.Dept. Of Political Science, U.U | Political Science | 05 |
| P.G.Dept. Of Psychology, U.U | Psychology | 11 |
| P.G.Dept. Of Public Admin, U.U | Public Administration | 06 |
| P.G.Dept. Of Sanskrit, U.U | Sanskrit | 02 |
| P.G.Dept. Of Sociology, U.U | Sociology | 04 |
| P.G.Dept. Of Statistics, U.U | Statistics | 04 |
| P.G.Dept. Of Zoology, U.U | Zoology | 05 |
| P.G.Dept. Of Botany, U.U | Environmental Science | 05 |
| P.G.Dept. Of Botany, U.U | Micro Biology | 05 |
| P.G.Dept. Of Pharmacy, U.U | Pharmacy | 06 |
| Gopabandhu Ayurvedic Mahavidyalaya,Puri | Ayurveda | 10 |
| CARIHD ,Bharatpur,BBSR | Ayurveda | 03 |
| NCDS,BBSR | Development Studies | 04 |
| RIE,BBSR | Education | 15 |
| CIPET,BBSR | Polymer Science | 02 |
| CIFA,BBSR | Fisheries Science | 05 |
| GCPE,BBSR | Physical Education | 03 |
| NISWASS,BBSR | Social Work | 06 |
Utkal University PhD Admission 2023-24 Important Dates
| Notification Date | 19 Oct 2023 |
| Start date of online registration | 20 Oct 2023 |
| Last date of submitting online application form | 04 Nov 2023 |
| Entrance Test Schedule Subject Wise | 14 Nov 2023 |
| Entrance Test for different Courses | 1st and 2nd Dec 2023 |
| Result of written test to be published | 07 Dec 2023 |
| Viva-voce test to be completed by | 16 Dec 2023 |
| Publication of Final Merit list | 20 Dec 2023 |
Utkal University PhD Admission 2023-24 Eligibility Criteria
- Master degree holders having secured at least 55% of marks in the subject concerned of Utkal University or any other University recognized as equivalent by Utkal University are eligible to take admission into Ph.D. coursework provided they qualify through a written test followed by a viva-voce. However, candidates belonging to SC/ST category shall be given a relaxation of 5% of marks at Masters Level (i.e., 50%).
- The candidates qualifying UGC-CSIR-NET/ GATE/ SLET/ DBT/ ICMR/ ICHR/ ICSSR/ INSPIRE Fellowship of DST/ Rajiv Gandhi National Fellowship as will be approved by the Vice-Chancellor from time to time, are exempted from written test only. M.Phil / M.Tech/LL.M. Degree holders are also exempted from written test only provided they have been admitted to M.Phil / M.Tech/LL.M. Program through a written / interview test with project/dissertation work. Subjects in which marks are not awarded, equivalent grade point shall be taken as the qualifying grade/mark.
- Eligibility of scholars for Ph.D. Degree in Medicine and Dental discipline shall be determined as per norms laid down in the statutes of the University or guidelines of MCI
For detailed Eligibility Criteria refer to prospectus.
Utkal University PhD Admission 2023-24 Application Process
- Application Forms are available on the Website of Utkal University.
- Read the instructions given there carefully before filling application form.
- The candidate has to fill up online application form for appearing the written test and viva-voce at www.utkaluniversity.nic.in and the hard copy of the same application along with necessary documents must be sent to the respective Head of the Department(s) / Principal or Director of the Nodal Centre either in person or post.
Application Fee
| Application Fee | Rs.1000 |
| Mode of Payment | Net Banking or Credit/Debit Card using SBI E-Pay |
Admission Process
Admission strictly on the basis of entrance test & Interview.
The candidates qualifying UGC-CSIR-NET/ GATE/ SLET/ DBT/ ICMR/ ICHR/ ICSSR/ INSPIRE Fellowship of DST/ Rajiv Gandhi National Fellowship as will be approved by the Vice-Chancellor from time to time, are exempted from written test only. M.Phil / M.Tech/LL.M. Degree holders are also exempted from written test only provided they have been admitted to M.Phil / M.Tech/LL.M. Program through a written / interview test with project/dissertation work.
Entrance Exam & Interview
The question for the Written Test shall consist of two parts, each part carrying 70 Marks and each of 90 minutes (1½ hr) duration.
The paper-I of the question shall be purely multiple choice and objective-type, covering questions from Research Methodology, Quantitative Aptitude and Interpretation of Data.
The paper-II of the question shall be from the subject concerned.
The qualifying mark for Ph.D. Programme is each paper in the written test is 50%.
The venue, date and time of the written test will be printed in your hall ticket / admit card. The venue, date and time of the viva-voce will be intimated to the candidates by e-mail and SMS. The letter correspondence will be made regarding written test, viva-voce and selection of candidates by the concerned Department.
The candidates who qualify in the written test shall be called for a viva-voce which is of 30 marks.(20 V.V+ 10 CM).
The merit list shall be prepared based on the marks secured by the candidate in the viva-voce test only (i.e., out of 30 marks). (20 V.V+ 10 CM).
Utkal University PhD Admission 2023-24 Results
| Publish Date | Title | Download |
|---|---|---|
| 2023-12-29 | Admission to Ph. D. course in Public administration | Download |
| 2023-12-26 | Ph.D Course Work Entrance Results dept of History | Download |
| 2023-12-24 | Ph.D Coursework in Anthropology admission, 2023-24 | Download |
| 2023-12-24 | Publication of result of Ph.D. Coursework in Sociology | Download |
| 2023-12-24 | Selected candidate list of Philosophy department | Download |
| 2023-12-22 | PhD Admission in A&A Economics 2024 Result | Download |
| 2023-12-22 | Provisional selection of candidates for Ph.D courses work for the session 2023-24 | Download |
| 2023-12-22 | Ph. D. Psychology course work result | Download |
| 2023-12-19 | Provisional selection for Ph. D. in Zoology | Download |
| 2023-12-18 | Ph.D Entrance Examination-2023 in History | Download |
| 2023-12-18 | Computer Science PhD 2023-24 Result | Download |
| 2023-12-18 | Ph. D. viva list of Public Administration | Download |
| 2023-12-15 | Publication of results for PhD Viva Voce in Sociology 2023-24 | Download |
| 2023-12-14 | Ph.D viva of Biotechnology | Download |
| 2023-12-14 | Ph.D viva of Life Science | Download |
| 2023-12-14 | Qualified candidate list of Ph. D. viva of History department | Download |
| 2023-12-13 | Odia Ph. D. Exam viva test | Download |
| 2023-12-13 | Anthropology PhD Entrance Result | Download |
| 2023-12-12 | Viva for admission to Ph. D. in Zoology | Download |
| 2023-12-12 | List of selected candidates qualified in Ph.D entrance test-2023 | Download |
| 2023-12-12 | Ph.D Viva test in Environmental Science | Download |
| 2023-12-12 | Ph.D Viva test in Microbiology | Download |
| 2023-12-12 | Ph.D Viva test in Botany | Download |
| 2023-12-12 | Sanskrit written test examination result 2023-24 with candidates list | Download |
| 2023-12-12 | English written test examination result 2023-24 with candidates list | Download |
| 2023-12-12 | Odia written test examination result 2023-24 with candidates list | Download |
| 2023-12-12 | A & A Economics written test examination result 2023-24 with candidates list | Download |
| 2023-12-12 | Biotechnology written test examination result 2023-24 with candidates list | Download |
| 2023-12-12 | Ayurveda written test examination result 2023-24 with candidates list | Download |
| 2023-12-12 | Zoology written test examination result 2023-24 with candidates list | Download |
| 2023-12-12 | Statistics written test examination result 2023-24 with candidates list | Download |
| 2023-12-12 | Polymer Science written test examination result 2023-24 with candidates list | Download |
| 2023-12-12 | Microbiology written test examination result 2023-24 with candidates list | Download |
| 2023-12-12 | Physics written test examination result 2023-24 with candidates list | Download |
| 2023-12-12 | Pharmacy written test examination result 2023-24 with candidates list | Download |
| 2023-12-12 | Geology written test examination result 2023-24 with candidates list | Download |
| 2023-12-12 | Mathematics written test examination result 2023-24 with candidates list | Download |
| 2023-12-12 | Botany written test examination result 2023-24 with candidates list | Download |
| 2023-12-12 | Environmental Science written test examination result 2023-24 with candidates list | Download |
| 2023-12-12 | Chemistry written test examination result 2023-24 with candidates list | Download |
| 2023-12-12 | Fisheries written test examination result 2023-24 with candidates list | Download |
| 2023-12-12 | Computer science written test examination result 2023-24 with candidates list | Download |
| 2023-12-12 | Sociology written test examination result 2023-24 with candidates list | Download |
| 2023-12-12 | Social Work written test examination result 2023-24 with candidates list | Download |
| 2023-12-12 | Physical education written test examination result 2023-24 with candidates list | Download |
| 2023-12-12 | Psychology written test examination result 2023-24 with candidates list | Download |
| 2023-12-12 | Philosophy written test examination result 2023-24 with candidates list | Download |
| 2023-12-12 | Public Administration written test examination result 2023-24 with candidates list | Download |
| 2023-12-12 | Political Science written test examination result 2023-24 with candidates list | Download |
| 2023-12-12 | Education written test examination result 2023-24 with candidates list | Download |
| 2023-12-12 | Geography written test examination result 2023-24 with candidates list | Download |
| 2023-12-12 | History written test examination result 2023-24 with candidates list | Download |
| 2023-12-12 | Development studies written test examination result 2023-24 with candidates list | Download |
| 2023-12-12 | Anthropology written test Examination Result 2023-24 with candidates list. | Download |
| 2023-12-09 | Economics PhD Admission Viva | Download |
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Utkal University PhD Admission 2022-23
Tentative PhD Vacancy for 2022-23
| Name of Departments | Name of Centre/Nodal Centre | PhD Vacancy |
| A & A Economics | University Department | 09 |
| AIHCA | University Department | 05 |
| Anthropology | University Department | 07 |
| Botany | University Department | 10 |
| Biotechnology | University Department | 12 |
| Biotechnology | Institute of Life Sciences BBSR | 05 |
| Chemistry | University Department | 14 |
| Commerce | University Department | 07 |
| Computer Science and Application | University Department | 01 |
| Geography | University Department | 03 |
| Geology | University Department | 06 |
| History | University Department | 06 |
| Law | University Department | 03 |
| Mathematics | University Department | 06 |
| Physics | University Department | 04 |
| Public Administration | University Department | 02 |
| Sanskrit | University Department | 03 |
| Statistics | University Department | 03 |
| Zoology | University Department | 04 |
| Philosophy | University Department | 08 |
| Ayurveda | GPM Puri | 10 |
| Ayurveda | CARIHD Bharatpur BBSR | 03 |
| Development of Studies | NCDS BBSR | 10 |
| Education | RIE BBSR | 15 |
| Environmental Science | University Department | 05 |
| Journalism and Mass Communication | University Department | 02 |
| Microbiology | University Department | 05 |
| Pharmacy | University Department | 06 |
| Public Health | RMRC BBSR | 02 |
| Fisheries Science | CIFA BBSR | 05 |
| Polymer Science | CIFA BBSR | 07 |
| Women’s Studies | School of Women’s Studies, UU | 04 |
Utkal University PhD Admission 2022-23 Important Dates
| Start date of online registration | 18-10-2022 |
| Last date of submitting online application form | 31-10-2022 |
| Download of Admit Cards shall be during | 3 days before the entrance test |
Utkal University PhD Admission 2021-22
Available PhD Programs
| Name of Departments | MPhil | PhD |
| Anthropology | 5 | 2 |
| AIHCA | 5 | – |
| Botany | 4 | 10 |
| Biotechnology | 4 | 14 |
| Chemistry | 10 | 16 |
| History | 10 | – |
| Political Science | 4 | – |
| Psychology | 3 | – |
| Public Administration | 4 | 3 |
| Physics | 5 | 6 |
| PMIR | 5 | – |
| Sanskrit | 10 | 2 |
| Sociology | 6 | – |
| Statistics | 6 | – |
| Zoology | 6 | 4 |
| A & A Economics | 10 | 4 |
| Business Administration | – | 10 |
| Commerce | 4 | – |
| Computer Science Application | – | 4 |
| English | – | 3 |
| Geology | 6 | 2 |
| Geography | 8 | 2 |
| Mathematics | 4 | – |
| Odia | 8 | 2 |
| Philosophy | 5 | 2 |
| pharmacy | – | 6 |
| Microbiology | – | 5 |
| Environmental science | – | 5 |
| social Exclusion & Inclusive policy | 4 | 2 |
| Development Studies ,NCDS | – | 14 |
| Education ,RIE | – | 15 |
| Yoga | – | 4 |
| Total | 136 | 137 |
Utkal University PhD Admission 2021-22 Important Dates
Admission Schedule for M.Phil and Ph.D Courses for the Session 2021-2022
| Start date of online registration | 18-10-2021 |
| Last date of submitting online application form | 30-10-2021 by 11:59 PM |
| Download of Admit Cards shall be during | 02-11-2021 onwards. |
| Entrance Test for different Courses | 05-11-2021 to 09-11-2021 |
Utkal University PhD Admission 2020-21
Important Dates
| Start date of online registration | 12-12-2020 |
| Last date of submitting online application form | 24-12-2020 by 11:59 PM |
| Download of Admit Cards shall be during | 25-12-2020 to 29-12-2020. |
| Entrance Test for different Courses | 29-12-2020(M.Phil) to 30-12-2020(Ph.D) |
Hard Copy of final online Application form along with relevant documents to be submitted at the respective Departments on the date of their Entrance Tests.