Ph.D and M.Phil Programmes

Kuvempu University offers M.Phil & Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) Degree in various subjects relating to the main branch of knowledge studied for Master’s degree. However, candidates willing to do the research in a subject other than the one studied for the master’s degree but which is of interdisciplinary nature can also apply.

A candidate who has obtained a Master’s degree from Kuvempu University or from any other University recognized as equivalent thereto securing not less than 55% of marks in the aggregate of the Master’s degree course as a whole, or a candidate who has obtained a M. Phil. Degree shall be eligible for registration for Ph.D. degree. Five percent relaxation may be given in respect of candidates belonging to SC/ST/ Cat.I and in respect of in-service teachers and foreign nationals including Persons of Indian Origin (PIO). It has been decided that 15% supernumerary seats in educational institutions will be reserved for international students including PIO. Out of the 15% supernumerary seats 1/3rd i.e. 5% seats would preferably be filled in by children of NRIs. Further

1. Kashmiri & other Migrants are given additional 30 days of time for admission.
2. 10% of reduction in marks is allowed in minimum eligibility for admission.
3. 5% of supernumerary seats will be created.
4. One seat is reserved for admission.

Interested candidates can contact the Chairperson of the respective Departments in the area of their interest. The contact numbers are given below :