Calcutta University Ph.D. Admission 2020-21 – Calcutta University offers admission to Ph.D. courses under the various disciplines. All the information related to Ph.D. admission is released at caluniv.ac.in. Admission to Ph.D. courses is done on the basis of RET and other national level entrance exam. Interested and eligible candidates must check the eligibility criteria, application, and selection conditions to take part in the admission process. Candidates can check the details of Calcutta University Ph.D. Admission 2021 such as application form, eligibility criteria and other information on this page below.
Calcutta University Ph.D. Admission 2020-21- Latest Updates
Calcutta University has released the notification regarding the Ph.D. Admission 2020-21 in various disciplines. Check the more details regarding Ph.D. Admission from this article.
12 Apr 2021 – Calcutta University has released the notice on online RET results and Interview schedule for PhD Admission in Economics 2021 – Download PDF Here
31 Mar 2021 – Calcutta University has released the notice for admission to Ph.D Program (RET 2021) at A. K Choudhury School of Information Technology – Download Pdf Here
24 Mar 2021 – Calcutta University has released the notice for RET and Interview in connection with Ph.D in Economics 2021 – Download PDF Here
19 Mar 2021 – Calcutta University has released the list of candidates selected for the viva voce examination for Department of Physics – Download PDF Here
17 Mar 2021 – Calcutta University has released the list of Botany-RET qualified candidates for 2020 session – Download PDF Here
17 Mar 2021 – Addendum to the announcement for PhD Programme in Economics 2021 – Download PDF Here
10 Mar 2021 – Calcutta University has postponement of Interview for Admission to PhD programme in the Department of Comparative Indian Language and Literature – Download PDF Here
10 Mar 2021 – Calcutta University has released the admission notice for PhD Programme in Economics 2021 (Department of Economics) – Download PDF Here
– 04 Mar 2021 – Calcutta University has released the list of candidates called for viva-voce for enrolment to PhD Programme on March 05, 2021 – Download PDF Here
– 02 Mar 2021 – Calcutta University has released the Corrigendum notice for viva-voce for enrolment to PhD Programme in Library & Information Science – Download PDF Here
– 01 Mar 2021 – List of candidates called for viva-voce for admission to PhD Programme in Library & Information Science has been released by Calcutta University – Download PDF Here
– 24 Feb 2021- The list of candidates eligible to appear in the online interview for admission to Ph.D. Programme in Comparative Indian Language and Literature – Download PDF Here
– 24 Feb 2021 – Selection List for PhD Admission 2019 under Faculty of Law has released – Download PDF Here
– 22 Feb 2021 – Calcutta University has released the admission notice for Ph.D. Programme in Department of Atmospheric Science – Download PDF Here
– 17 Feb 2021 – Department of Polymer Science & Technology has released the list of qualified candidates for PET Interview – Download PDF Here
– 14 Feb 2021 – Department of Library & Information Science has released the Advertisement for Enrolment to Ph D Programme in Library & Information Science for the Session 2020-21. Scroll down to get details.
– 10 Feb 2021 – Department of Physics has released the Advertisement for Research Eligibility Test (RET) 2021 for admission to Ph. D Program in Physics. Scroll down to get details
– 05 Feb 2021 – Department of Polymer Science & Technology, Calcutta University has released the selected candidates list (Non NET/GATE) for PET written test, which is conducting on February 12, 2021 – Download PDF Here
Calcutta University Ph.D. Admission 2020-2021 Important Dates
The important schedule regarding Calcutta University Ph.D. Admission 2020-2021 is given below table.
Schedule for the Calcutta University 2020-2021 Ph.D. Programmes is given below.
| Event | Dates |
|---|---|
| Last date Fill Application form Atmospheric Science Physics Psychology Mathematics Botany Computer Science Radio Physics and Electronics Biotechnology Physiology Polymer Science & Technology Comparative Indian Language and Literature Library & Information Science Economics Ph.D in A. K Choudhury School of Information Technology | 15 Mar 2021 26 Feb 2021 23 Mar 2020 31 Aug 2020 25 Nov 2020 08 Dec 2020 31 Dec 2020 04 Jan 2021 30 Jan 2021 01 Feb 2021 10 Feb 2021 25 Feb 2021 (12 Noon to 4 PM) 30 Mar 2021 23 Apr 2021 |
| List of eligible candidates for online written examination Radio Physics and Electronics Polymer Science & Technology | 05 Jan 2021 05 Feb 2021 |
| Date of Admission Test (Written) Chemistry Physics Psychology Mathematics Botany Computer Science Radio Physics and Electronics Biotechnology Physiology Polymer Science & Technology Library & Information Science Atmospheric Science Economics | 03 Mar 2021 07 Sep 2020 28 Nov 2020 15 Dec 2020 15 Jan 2021 07 Jan 2021 10 Feb 2021 12 Feb 2021 01 Mar 2021 at 12:00 Noon 31 Mar 2021 05 Apr 2021 (1 pm to 3 pm) |
| Publication of list of candidates qualified in online written test Ph.D Mathematics Radio Physics and Electronics Physiology Polymer Science & Technology Library & Information Science Economics | 08 Sep 2020 19 Jan 2021 15 Feb 2021 17 Feb 2021 03 Mar 2021 12 Apr 2021 |
| Declaration of eligible candidates for interview Physics Ph.D Botany Radio Physics and Electronics Physiology | 30 Nov 2020 29 Jan 2021 from 12:00 noon onwards 18 & 19 Feb 2021 |
| Date of Interview/counselling Chemistry Physics Psychology Botany Ph.D Computer Science Biotechnology Polymer Science & Technology South and Southeast Asian Studies Library & Information Science Atmospheric Science Economics | 03 Dec 2020 26 & 28 Dec 2020 08 Jan 2021 25 Feb 2021 22 – 26 Feb 2021 05 Mar 2021 from 12 Noon 05 Apr 2021 16 and 19 Apr 2021 (11 am – 6 pm) |
| List of qualified candidates for the enrollment to the PhD programme Library & Information Science | 09 Mar 2021 |
Calcutta University Ph.D Admission 2020-2021 Application Form
The candidates can download the application form from the Calcutta University website for the admission test and interview and submit the same along with the application fee. The direct link to download application form is provided below.
Download here Application Form: Candidates can download the application form on the direct link is given below:
- Click here to download the application form for PhD Programme in Economics 2021
- Click here to download the application form for Ph.D programme in Atmospheric Science 2021.
- Click here to download the application form for Ph. D programme in Library & Information Science 2021.
- Click here to download the application form for Ph. D programme in Physics 2021.
- Click here to download the Application form for Ph.D. Programme in Comparative Indian Language and Literature 2021
- Click here to download the Application form got Ph.D. Programme in Polymer Science & Technology
- Click here to download the Application form for Ph.D Program in Enrolment in the Ph.D. (Sc) Program in Physiology
- Click here to download the application form for Ph.D Program in Ph.D Programme in the Department of Applied Mathematics
- Click here to download the application form for Ph.D Program in Biotechnology Department of Biotechnology
- Click here to download the application form for Ph.D. Programme in Anthropology
- Click here to download the application form for Ph.D. Programme in Human Rights in the Department of Anthropology
- Click here to download the application form for Ph.D programme in Radio Physics and Electronics.
- Click here to fill the online application form for Ph.D programme in Mathematics.
- Click here to get the application form for Ph. D programme in Chemistry.
- Click here to get the application form for Ph. D programme in Psychology.
Document to be attached along with an application form
- Self-attested copies of Mark Sheets are to be attached with the application form.
- Original documents may be asked for as and when required by the appropriate authority.
- Employed candidates are required to submit a copy of the no-objection certificate from their present employer.
Calcutta University Ph.D Admission 2020-2021 Eligibility
Eligibility Criteria for Chemistry:
- Candidates should have a Master’s degree holder with 55% marks in aggregate or or its equivalent grade ‘B’ in the UGC 7-point scale.
- A relaxation of 5% marks for those candidates who belong to reserved category (SC/ST/OBC/PH).
- The eligibility marks of 55% (or an equivalent grade) and the relaxation of 5% to the categories mentioned above are permissible based only on the qualifying marks without including the grace mark procedures.
Eligibility Criteria for Physics:
- Candidates should have a Master’s degree (M.Sc in Physics) holder with 55% marks in aggregate or or its equivalent grade ‘B’ in the UGC 7-point scale.
- Candidates who have qualified in UGC/CSIR(JRF and LS)/NET/SET/SLET/GATE (with valid GATE score)/Teacher Eligibility or equivalent examinations or have already obtained the M. Phil degree are exempted from the written examination.
Eligibility Criteria for Psychology:
- Candidates should have a Master’s degree holder with 55% marks in aggregate or or its equivalent grade ‘B’ in the UGC 7-point scale.
- And the PG degree should be in the stream of M.A./ M.Sc. in Psychology/ Applied Psychology; getting qualified in Ph.D Entrance Examination/NET/SET and Course Work.
Eligibility Criteria for Economics:
- The candidate has to have either NET/SET/M. Phil (from any recognized university with 2-semester/ l-year course work) or has to qualify in the research entrance test (RET) conducted by the department.
- Those who are expected to obtain M. Phil in Economics (or a related discipline like Development Studies, Foreign Policy Management, etc. with Masters degree in Economics) from any UGC recognized university, would also be exempted from RET and be eligible to appear directly in the interview.
Eligibility Criteria for CILL:
- Eligible candidates having Master’s Degree in Comparative Indian Language and Literature or any other allied literature discipline with specialization in Comparative Indian Literature/ Comparative Literature with at least 55% marks in aggregate or its equivalent grade ‘B’ in the UGC 7 – point scale or any other qualification considered equivalent thereto.
- Relaxation of 5% marks, from 55% to 50% or an equivalent relaxation of grade may be allowed for those belonging to SC/ST/OBC/Differently-abled-candidates.
Eligibility Criteria for Education:
- Candidates having a Master’s Degree in Education/M.Ed with at least 55% marks in aggregate or its equivalent grade B+ in the UGC 7 point scale or an equivalent grade in a point scale where ever grading system is followed.
- A relaxation of 5% marks, from 55% to 50% or an equivalent relaxation of grade, may be allowed for those belonging to SC/ST/OBC/Differently abled candidates.)
Eligibility Criteria for CSE:
M.E./M.Tech./M.Sc./B.Tech./B.E. in Computer Science and Engineering, or equivalent and MCA. Candidates with B.Tech./B.E. may apply for the program as per provisions laid down in Section 6.4 of the Ph.D. regulations. The same criteria would also be applicable for MCA students. The final semester/year students for the above qualifying courses may also apply. However, such candidates, if selected, must complete their qualifying degree before the date of enrolment.
Eligibility Criteria for Education:
Candidates having an M.Sc. / 4-year B.E. / B.Tech. / post-B.Sc 3 year B.Tech degree will have to appear in an online written admission test followed by an online interview. Candidates having M.Tech / M.Phil degrees or who have cleared NET / GATE / SLET / SET / equivalent examinations need not appear in the online written test and are entitled directly to appear in the online interview.
Eligibility Criteria for Library & Information Science:
Admissions will be made on the basis of a written test, of three hours duration followed by an interview. Candidates with NET/SET/M. Phil are not required to appear in the written test but need to appear in the interview.
Eligibility Criteria for Atmospheric Science:
M.Sc in Atmospheric Science or Equivalent Passed/ Appeared.
Eligibility Criteria for Ph.D Program in A. K Choudhury School of Information Technology
- M. Tech. or M. E. in IT/CSE/CS/Electronics or equivalent, M. Sc. in Computer and Information Science/CS/Physics/Applied Physics/Mathematics/Applied Mathematics/Bio Informatics/ Biophysics and Molecular Biology or M.C.A or B. Tech./B.E. in IT/CSE/CS/Electronics or equivalent as per the University regulation. The relevant Ph. D. rules for B. Tech./ B.E. students would be applicable as per the University Norm
- The candidates having final degree of M.E./M.Tech. , B.Tech. and M.C.A. are to apply for enrollment in the Ph.D. (Tech.) program and the candidates having the final degree of M.Sc. has to enroll for the Ph.D. (Sc.) program.
Calcutta University Ph.D Admission 2020-2021 Result/Merit List
Candidates can check the result at caluniv.ac.in or visit the department official website respectively. The list of qualified candidates for the enrollment to the Ph.D. programme for the session 2020-2021 is published. Successful candidates is called for an interview/counselling on their relevant departments. And the final selection is made on the basis of the overall performance of the candidates.
Calcutta University Ph.D Admission 2020-2021 Selection Procedure
The Ph.D. entrance test of 100 marks for the suitable candidates will be held once in a year and the qualifying marks will be fixed at 50%. Admissions of Calcutta University will be made on the basis of a written test, of three hours duration followed by an interview. Candidates with NET/SET/M. Phil will not be required to appear in the written test but need to appear in the interview.
Calcutta University Ph.D Admission 2020-2021 Scheme of Exam
Written test of Calcutta University for Ph.D. Programme will be held on the following basis:
- 1st Paper – General Studies (MCQ); 80 Marks; Duration: 50 minutes
- 2nd Paper – Library & Information Science (MCQ); 60 Marks; Duration: 40 minutes
- 3rd Paper – Library & Information Science (Descriptive); 60 Marks; Duration: 90 minutes
Candidates must obtain qualifying marks in each paper (General – 60% marks, OBC-A & OBC-B – 54% marks and SC/ST/PH – 45% marks) to qualify for the interview.
For CILL the structure of RET is Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ), Comprehension Test/ Short Notes and Essay for 02 hours with 100 Marks timing is 02:30 p.m. For Education 45 MCQs of 2 marks each i.e. 90 marks total. Writing a research/project proposal is 10 marks, Qualifying marks for the Admission Test is 50%.
Exam Pattern for Ph.D (Radio Physics and Electronics):
- The online written test will be held on Google Classroom created by the department. Candidates should provide a Gmail ID and join the Google classroom with their full name.
- Candidates should join the Google Classroom 15 minutes before the scheduled time of the written test. The video, as well as the audio of all the candidates, should remain ON during the entire examination process, otherwise, his/her candidature may be canceled.
- The link of the question paper (MCQ) will be given in the Google Classroom two (2) minutes before the scheduled time of written examination.
Calcutta University Ph.D Admission 2020-2021 Reservation
Reservation of SC/ST/PH/OBC etc will be as per 100 points roster applicable as per the rules of the West Bengal Higher Education Institutions (reservation in admission) rules, 2013.
For CILL 2020 Total No. of seats is 4 where for SC having 1 seats, 2 seats for Unreserved, 1 for ST (as per government reservation policy). For Economics at the most 18 candidates [with full concurrence with the reservation policy Rules 2013] will be enrolled for 2020. Reservation policy will be followed as per West Bengal Higher Educational Institution (Reservation in admission) Rules, 2013.
Official Website: caluniv.ac.in
For more information on Calcutta University Ph.D Admission 2020 – 2021, Download the following documents:
- Download Admission Notice for Ph.D (RET)
- Download Admission Notice for Ph.D (Atmospheric Science)
- Download Admission Notice for Ph.D (Library & Information Science)
- Download Admission Notice for Ph.D (Physics)
- Download Admission Notice for Ph.D (Radio Physics and Electronics)
- Download the Official Notification
- Download Admission Notice for Ph.D. Mathematics
- Download Admission Notice for Computer Science and Engineering
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