JNU PhD admission 2023 is ongoing. NTA has released the entrance test schedule for PhD admissions. NTA PhD Entrance Test 2023 for JNU PhD admission will be held on October 26, 27, 30, and October 31. Also, JNU is inviting applications for admission to the PhD program from the Foreign Nationals In Absentia category. The last date for submission of PhD In Absentia category is November 15, 2023. Interested candidates can apply online on the official website @jnu.ac.in. Check JNU Admission 2023

Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), New Delhi was established in the year 1969 under the Jawaharlal Nehru University Act 1966, (53 of 1966). The campus spreads over 1000 acres of land. The university is recognised by the University Grants Commission (UGC).

  • JNU offers Ph.D in African Studies(AFSP), Ancient History(ANCP), Arabic(ARBP), Canadian Studies(CANP), Chese Studies(CHIP), Chese(CHNP), Cema Studies(CNSP), Comparative Politics And Political Theory(CPTP) etc.
  • Ph.D at JNU is for a period of maximum 4 years.It could be both full time and part time.
  • Candidates who have cleared the M.Phil. course work with at least 55% marks are eligible to apply for admission.
  • Candidates are selected on the basis of CBT(Computer based test) and viva voce.

JNU PhD Admission Dates

Event Dates
Application Start Date for PhD Under JRF Category July 05, 2023
Last Date To Apply for PhD Under JRF Category September 08, 2023
Last date to make corrections in the PhD JRF Application Form September 14, 2023
NTA PhD Entrance Test Registrations Start Date August 09, 2023
NTA PhD Entrance Test Registrations Last Date September 22, 2023
PhD Entrance Test Application Form Correction September 23 – September 24, 2023
NTA PhD Entrance Test October 26, 27, 30, and 31, 2023
PhD Application Window for Foreign Nationals in Absentia Category October 27 – November 15, 2023

JNU Ph.D. Admissions Highlights 2023

Course Ph.D
Mode Full time | part time
Eligibility Master’s degree with 50% marks
Duration 4 years
Selection Criteria CBT+ Viva Voce

JNU Ph.D. Specializations

African Studies(AFSP) Ancient History(ANCP) Arabic(ARBP) Canadian Studies(CANP)
Chese Studies(CHIP) Chese(CHNP) Cema Studies(CNSP) Comparative Politics And Political Theory(CPTP)
Computer & Systems Sciences(SCSP) Diplomacy and Disarmament(DADP) Discrimation and Exclusion Studies (SDEP) Economic Studies & Planning(ECOP)
Economics(ECNP) Educational Studies(EDUP) English(ENGP) European Studies(EUPP)
French(FRNP) Geography(GEOP) German(GERP) Hdi Translation(HTLP)
Hdi(HNDP) Indo-Pacific Studies (South-East Asia/South-West Pacific)(IPSP) Inner Asian Studies(IASP) International Legal Studies(ILGP)
International Organisation(ORGP) International Politics(INPP) International Trade & Development(ITDP) Japanese Studies(JPIP)
Japanese(JAPP) Korean Studies(KOIP) Korean(KORP) Latin American Studies(LAMP)
Law & Governance(CLGP) Life Sciences(SLSP) Linguistics(LINP) Media Studies (CMSP)
Medieval History(MEDP) Modern History(MODP) North East India Studies(NESP) Persian(PERP)
Philosophy(SPHP) Political Geography(POGP) Political Studies(POLP) Population Studies(POPP)
Programme in Social Sciences in Health(CSMP) Research Area I(ONEP) Research Area I(ONEP) Research Area III(THRP)
Research Area IV(FORP) Russian & Central Asian Studies(RCAP) Russian(RSNP) Sanskrit(SANP)
Social Systems(SOCP) South Asian Studies(SASP) Spanish(SPNP) Studies in Science Policy(SSPP)
Tamil(TAMP) Theatre and Performance Studies(TPSP) United States Studies(USSP) Urdu(URDP)
Visual Arts(VSAP) West Asian Studies(WASP) Women Studies(WSPP) Computer & Systems Sciences(MTCP)
Community Health(MPHP) Nanosciences(NNSP) Biotechnology(SBTP) Chemical Science(CHEP)
Computaional Biology & Bioinformatics(CBBP) Mathematical Science(MATP) Molecular Medicine(CMMP) Physical Science(PHYP)

JNU Ph.D Eligibility Criteria

Candidates need to fulfill the following eligibility criteria for admission in Ph.D at JNU.

  • Candidates who have cleared the M.Phil. course work with at least 55% marks in aggregate or its equivalent grade 'B' in the UGC 7-point scale or an equivalent grade 
  • A relaxation of 5% of marks, from 55% to 50%, or an equivalent relaxation of grade, may be allowed for those belonging to SC/ST/OBC(non-creamy layer)/differently-abled and other categories of candidates 
  •  A person whose M.Phil. dissertation has been evaluated and the viva voce is pending may be admitted to the Ph.D. programme of the same Institution 
  •  Candidates possessing a Degree considered equivalent to M.Phil. Degree shall be eligible for admission to Ph.D. programme.

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JNU Ph.D Selection Criteria

  • Selection of the candidates for the Ph.D. will be done on the basis of their performance in the entrance examination and viva-voice, both conducted by the university.
  •  The candidates are invited for CBT examination and candidates qualifying in the CBT examination shall be called for viva voce Examination. 50% marks are qualifying for the candidate belonging to General Category and EWS category whereas 45% marks are qualifying for the candidates belonging to SC, ST, OBC, PWD categories.

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JNU Ph.D Admissions: How To Apply?

Online Application:

  • Candidates can register themselves for admission to the integrated Ph.D and M.Phil./ Ph.D programme through an online application process available at the official university website.
  • Application fee of Rs. 300/- should also be submitted along with completed applications through the online payment modes such as net banking, credit/ debit card etc.

Offline Application:

  • Candidates can also request for application form to be sent by post along with the prospectus by sending Crossed Demand Draft of Rs.300/- along with the self-addressed envelope.
  • DD should be drawn in favour of "Jawaharlal Nehru University", payable at New Delhi and the letter should clearly indicate the program of study for which the Application Form is required
  • Natives of Nepal can also obtain the prospectus and application form by sending demand draft of amount Rs. 400/- or equivalent in USD
  • Duly filled-in applications, in all respects, along with the copies of all the necessary enclosures should reach through registered post/ speed post at the following address:

Section Officer (Admissions)

Room No. 28, Administrative Block,

Jawaharlal Nehru University,

New Delhi-110067

Documents Required

  • Two self attested copies of the Matriculation, Higher Secondary Pre-University of Indian School Certificate or Senior School Certificate (10+2) or an equivalent examination certificate, showing the age/date of birth of the candidate
  • A Character Certificate from the Head of the Institution last attended
  • Two self attested copies of the statement of marks obtained by the candidate in Senior School or their equivalent examination
  • SC/ST/OBC Certificate, if belonging to SC/ST/OBC category
  • A Medical Certificate for PWD Candidates certifying nature & percentage of disability issued by the competent medical authority
  • Migration Certificate (in original) from the Head of the Institution/ University last attended.

FAQs

Ques. What is the relaxation offered to Ph.D Candidates at JNU??

Ans. A relaxation of 5% marks from 55% to 50%, or an equivalent relaxation of grade may be allowed in the qualifying degree for those belonging to SC/ST /OBC (non-creamy layer)/Differently-abled and other categories of candidates as per the decision of the UGC from time to time.

Ques. What is the criteria for Admission of JRF holders to Ph.D programme at JNU?

Ans. Only those candidates who fulfil the minimum eligibility requirements as prescribed for admission of candidates to Ph.D programmes in the respective schools/centres and have qualified for Junior Research Fellowship through CSIR, UGC National Eligibility Test (NET), ICMR, ICAR, AYUSH, DBT examination are eligible to apply separately in the prescribed form under this category in the respective school/centre/Special Centre wherever separate intake through JRF category is available.

  • Such candidates shall be exempted from appearing in Computer Based Test (CBT). However, candidates shall have to appear for an interview and their selection will depend on their performance in the interview.
  •  Candidates who have appeared in these examinations, but results awaited may also apply under this category. However, such candidates will be interviewed upon submission of a valid proof of having qualified for or awarded the JRF certificate at the time of interview.
  •  Please note that candidates who have been awarded “Lectureship” in the CSIR/UGC examination are not eligible and will not be interviewed.
  •  The above qualified candidates would be invited directly for viva-voce examination and their admission to M.Phil and Ph.D programmes shall be solely based on 100% weightage in viva-voce. 

Ques. What is the criteria for Admission of Foreign Nationals to Ph.D programmes at JNU?

Ans. The admission of foreign students for Ph.D. programme may be considered in compliance with UGC 2016 Regulations regarding number of research scholars faculty (i.e. Professor/Associate Professor/Assistant Professor) can supervise. Foreign students shall be offered seats only if seats are left vacant in any discipline after being offered to Indian Candidates who have appeared in JNUEE – 2023-24.

Ques. How can I correct the wrong exam center in the application form?

Ans. This correction can be done by the candidate himself / herself before paying the fees through the edit option available in the form. Candidates are advised to select the Examination Centre with utmost care. After the payment of fees you cannot make any changes in the column. No request for centre of examination change shall be entertained under any circumstances. 

Ques. How to access my application number and password if I forgot them?

Ans. Please check your registered e-mail id inbox or message box, as you have already received an automated message and e-mail when you initially filled the form.