A Step Towards a Bright Future
Students who have completed their post-graduation degree often struggle with choosing the right specialization and institution that will shape their future. With numerous career paths available, making an informed decision is crucial for long-term success. To find the best career path, students must consider their interests, skills, and professional goals. One of the most effective ways to make an informed decision is by seeking expert guidance. Apex University offers a Counselling Cell, where students can receive personalized assistance in selecting the right course and institution. This platform provides comprehensive information on various programs, helping students understand different fields, career opportunities, and future prospects based on their chosen specialization. A student’s specialization should align with their passion and aptitude for the subject. Through exploration of career options, mentorship, and awareness of industry demands, students can confidently make the right choice for a successful career.
Ph.D. ENTRANCE EXAM. NOTIFICATION
Admission Guidelines to Ph.D. Programme for January –2025
Applications are invited from all eligible candidates for admission to scheduled Ph.D. Programmes at Apex University, Jaipur in different subjects under various faculties, Faculty of Health & Applied Sciences, Faculty of Humanities & Arts, Faculty of Basic Life & Applied Sciences, for the Session 2024-25 Intake Jan–2025.
The Ph.D. programmes with Intake being as per the following:
| Subject | Intake |
|---|---|
| Botany | 02 |
| Chemistry | 08 |
| Mathematics | 04 |
| Zoology | 02 |
| Economics | 07 |
| Political Science | 04 |
| English | 02 |
| Public Administration | 02 |
| Fashion & Design | 02 |
| Geography | 02 |
| Hindi | 08 |
| History | 02 |
| Sociology | 04 |
| Pharmacy | 08 |
| Total | 57 |
Eligibility Criteria for Admission to Ph.D. Programme
Applicants must have completed a 1-year/2-semester master's degree programme after a 4-year/8-semester bachelor’s degree programme or a 2-year/4-semester master’s degree programme after a 3-year bachelor’s degree programme or must have such qualifications declared equivalent to the master’s degree by the corresponding statutory regulatory body, with at least 55% marks in aggregate or its equivalent grade in a scale wherever grading system is followed. Also such applicants who have obtained 55% marks or Equivalent Grade in M.Phil. Degree are considered to be eligible for admission.
Applicants must have eequivalent qualification from a foreign educational institution accredited by an assessment and accreditation agency which is approved, recognized or authorized by an authority, established or incorporated under a law in its home country or any other statutory authority in that country to assess, accredit or assure quality and standards of the educational institution. or authorized by Association of Indian Universities shall be eligible for admission to Ph.D. programme
A relaxation of 5% of marks, from 55% to 50%, or an equivalent relaxation of grade, may be allowed for the applicants belonging to SC/ST/OBC /Differently-abled Economically Weaker Section (EWS) and other categories of candidates as per the UGC Norms.
Applicants seeking admission after a 4-year/8-semester bachelor’s degree programme should have a minimum of 75% marks in aggregate or its equivalent grade on a point scale wherever the grading system is followed.
A relaxation of 5% marks or its equivalent grade may be allowed for those belonging to SC/ST/OBC (non-creamy layer)/Differently-Abled, Economically Weaker Section (EWS) and other categories of candidates as per the decision of the Commission from time to time.
Applicants with Chartered Accountancy (CA) Qualification from 'The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India' (ICAI)/Cost and Works Accountancy of ICWAI/Company Secretary of ICSI with a minimum 55% marks or equivalent grade may be considered eligible for admission to Ph.D. Programs in the relevant field.
Eligibility criteria for applicants under part-time category:
For applicants under this category, the minimum educational qualifications would be the same as stated above in sections 1 to 6 for admission to the Ph.D. program in the respective subjects.
However, GATE score or CSIR/UGC JRF or Lectureship/NBHM/JMET/ CAT/AIMA or equivalent qualification as applicable for regular full-time research scholars may not be required in these cases.
It is mandatory for the applicant under this category to submit a "No Objection Certificate". From the organisation/institution in which he/she is presently employed.
Eligibility criteria for foreign applicants:
Foreign nationals can only register as regular full-time scholars. Foreign nationals with degree from Indian Universities will be treated as per with Indian nationals for admission purposes.
Foreign nationals with foreign degree must meet the minimum educational requirements as given in sections 1 to 6.
The Masters’ Degree of foreign applicants should be equivalent to the Master’s degree from any Indian University, in the relevant disciplines.
Instructions for Applicants
All applicants must apply online at https://admissions.apexuniversity.co.in
Although the portal is compatible with Mozilla Firefox, candidates are advised to use the Mozilla Firefox browser.
Applicants may apply for more than one Research Programme. However, separate registration and application fees are required for each programme.
After registration, an Application ID (to be used as login name) with a Password will be sent to the email ID provided by the applicant.
Using the login credentials, applicants must log in to the Admission Portal to fill out the form.
With the application form, it is mandatory to upload the scanned copy of the Class 10 certificate in order to confirm the applicant’s name and age, mark sheets of Class 12/Diploma programme, undergraduate programme, and last qualifying degree programme as eligibility proof for qualification and Caste Certificate (if applicable) as eligibility proof for consideration under reservation norms.
Application fees must be paid only by online payment portal from this site.
After completion and submission of the online form, a filled-in form in PDF format will be generated.
On the day of the written test as well as in the subsequent interview, the shortlisted candidates should bring a printed hard copy of the online-filled form along with all the supporting testimonials, namely educational qualification, date of birth, category, GATE/NET score, if any, in original as well as duplicate duly attested.
All sponsored and part-time candidates, including University staff, must submit a Sponsorship and No-Objection certificate as the case may be in the prescribed format (Attached as Annexure-A) at the time of admission. In the absence of such a certificate, no admission shall be permitted.
Candidates should apply for the Ph.D. program only through online mode. Offline handwritten or printed applications will not be entertained. Requisite non-refundable application fee as applicable must be submitted through the online payment portal only.
Apex University, Jaipur shall not be liable for any failed online transaction attempted by the candidates while making online payment of the application fee.
Selection Procedure
On successful submission of online application, the same would be scrutinised and short-listed by the Departmental Research Committee. The candidates fulfilling the requisite eligibility criteria will be required to report for written test (Online - CBT), and there after interview (Online/Offline) to be taken by the concerned Departmental Research Committee. Selection will be made on the basis of performance of the candidates in the written test and interview and availability of seats.
Eligibility Criteria for exemption from Admission Test:
a) A candidate who is qualified in a national level test such as UGC-NET (with JRF)/UGC-CSIR NET (with JRF).
b) A candidate who is UGC-NET/UGC-CSIR NET/SLET/GATE/CEED/Teacher fellowship holder or has passed the M.Phil. programme.
c) A candidate who is NET qualified, employed in another university/institution/college, who is sponsored as a full-time candidate by the said organization, with at least two years of experience and is relieved on study leave for a period of not less than two years for pursuing a Ph.D. program in a Department of the University. The number of seats under this category shall not exceed 15% of the total seats available in a Department.
d) Candidates possessing a Degree considered equivalent to an M.Phil. Degree of an Indian Institution, from a Foreign Educational Institution that is approved, recognized, or authorized by the Association of Indian Universities shall be eligible for admission to the Ph.D. programme.
e) Any foreign national who is a recipient of a fellowship by agencies of the Government of India and/or who is sponsored by a foreign government/agencies shall be eligible for admission to the Ph.D. programme. However, all foreign candidates shall be governed by the prevailing rules and regulations of the appropriate authorities.
Fees for Ph.D. Programmes
General Research Scholar
Details of the Programme Fee-Ph.D. (Regular / Part-Time)
| S. No. | Fee Heads | Fee (INR) Regular | Fee (INR) Part-Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Application Fee for Ph.D. Entrance Test | 2000/- | 2000/- |
| 2 | Course Registration Fee | 10000/- | 10000/- |
| 3(a) | Academic Fee other than Pharmaceutical Sciences Programme | 60000/- Per Semester | 50000/- Per Semester |
| 3(b) | Academic Fee for Pharmaceutical Sciences Programme | 75,000/- Per Semester | 62,500/- Per Semester |
| 4 | Duration | 3-Year (Six Semester) | 4-Year (Eight Semester) |
| 5 | Thesis Submission Fee | 10000/- | 10000/- |
Foreign Research Scholar
Details of the Programme Fee-Ph.D. (Regular / Part-Time)
| S. No. | Fee Heads | Fee (US Dollar) Regular | Fee (US Dollar) Part-Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Application Fee for Ph.D. Entrance Test | 100 $/- | 100 $/- |
| 2 | Registration Fee | 250 $/- | 250 $/- |
| 3(a) | Academic Fee other than Nursing/Para Medical/Pharmaceutical Sciences and Clinical Psychology Programme | 1875 $ Per Semester | 1500 $ Per Semester |
| 3(b) | Academic Fee for Clinical Psychology/Pharmaceutical Sciences Programme | 2250 $/- Per Semester | 1650 $/- Per Semester |
| 3(c) | Academic Fee for Nursing and Paramedical Sciences Programme | 2500 $/- Per Semester | 2000 $/- Per Semester |
| 4 | Duration | 3-Year (Six Semester) | 4-Year (Eight Semester) |
| 5 | Thesis Submission Fee | 300 $/- | 300 $/- |
a) Fee shall be payable semester-wise, covering two semesters per year. Regular full-time scholars must pay their fees for a minimum period of 3 years, while part-time scholars must pay for 4 years. Beyond these periods, all scholars will have to continue paying the applicable fees until their thesis submission. It is important to note that, as per regulations, the maximum time allowed for thesis submission is 6 years.
b) If any candidate fails to submit the dissertation within the stipulated time, he/she must register for the next semester and pay the required semester fee.
c) If any candidate fails to pay the registration fee, their registration will be canceled, and the seat will be allocated to the next candidate on the waiting list.
d) No request for a refund of Ph.D. fees shall be entertained under any circumstances.
e) Fees are subject to revision periodically, as determined by the Competent Authority of Apex University.
Important Dates for Ph.D.
| S. No. | EVENT | DATE | DAY |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Commencement for submission of online application fee for Ph.D. Entrance Test | 25-01-2025 | Saturday |
| 2 | Last date for submission of online application Fee for Ph.D. Entrance Test (non-refundable) | 15-02-2025 | Saturday |
| 3 | Date of Ph.D. Entrance Test Online | 22-02-2025 | Saturday |
| 4 | Personal Interview Online/Offline | 24-02-2025 | Monday |
| 5 | Declaration of Result of short-listed candidates | 26-02-2025 | Wednesday |
| 6 | Date for deposition of Course Registration Fee | 28-02-2025 | Friday |
| 7 | Course Work Start Date | 05-03-2025 | Wednesday |
| 8 | Last Date for deposition of Academic Fee (First Instalment) | 07-03-2025 | Friday |
ANNEXURE - A
No-Objection Certificate for PhD Candidates (Employed & Part-Time)
(This should be typed on the letter head of the employee’s organization)
Reference No.……………………
Date: -
To,
The Director Admissions
Apex University, Jaipur
Subject: No-Objection Certificate for pursuing PhD (Part-Time) at Apex University, Jaipur
Dear Sir,
We have no objection if Mr./Ms ……………………………………………… an employee of our organization/institute, is admitted to the Ph.D. Programme in the Department of/Centre for at Apex University, Jaipur as a part-time student.
It is certified that he/she has completed …………… year of services in our organization/ institute as a regular employee.
We shall give him/her leave of absence at our organization to attend classes of course work of Ph.D. programme at Apex University, Jaipur
Signature & Seal of Head of the Organization/Institute