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• The candidate shall have LL.M degree or any Masters degree having the potentiality of interdisciplinary study with law from any university recognized by UGC or equivalent LL.M or Masters Degree of foreign university with a minimum of 55% marks or equivalent CGPA.
• However, this condition is relaxed to 50% in case of candidates belonging for those who obtained their masters degree prior to 10th September 1991
• The condition is relaxed to 50% in case of candidates belonging to SC and ST/OBC (Non creamy layer) or differently abled categories.
• Candidates who have qualified for UGC/SLET/SET/JRF fellowships or having M.Phil. Degrees are exempted from Entrance Test. However, they have to undergo an interview.
• Admission of candidates under 1.1 above to Ph.D/M. Phil shall be through an Entrance test and interview.
• Admission of candidates under 4 above shall be on the basis of interview. SHORTLISTING OF CANDIDATES: All the applicants have to submit a Research Proposal within 3000(three thousand ) words. The Proposal shall content- Title; Statement of problem, Literature Review, Prior Research; Objectives of Study; Research Questions; Hypotheses; Methodology including sample framework, units of data, Primary and secondary sources and statistical analysis (if required)probable contribution of the study and limitation of the study. On evaluation of the Research Proposals the short listed candidates are called for written tests and/or Interview as the case may be.

The Entrance Test shall consist of one paper of 100 marks with 3 hours duration. The syllabus of the paper shall cover:

• B. Written Exam The syllabus of the LAW paper shall cover 50 marks questions on Research Methodology and other 50 marks should be from various law subjects or interdisciplinary subjects as the case may be. Law subjects are- Law of Contract; Constitutional Law; Law of Crimes; Public International Law; Jurisprudence; Company Law; Intellectual Property Law; Information Technology Law; Interview for all qualified candidates – 50 marks

Selection of candidates for the available seats shall be on the basis of marks obtained in Research Proposal, entrance test plus interview or Research Proposal and interview only as the case may be on the basis of merit. Date of the interview will be notified later on.

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The Ph.D (Law) programme offers candidates an opportunity to contribute to the academic field in their chosen areas of study. ​As a part of the programme, candidates are also provided an opportunity to teach or participate in ongoing research at NLSIU, in areas related to their dissertation, allowing for deeper integration with the NLSIU community and providing diverse feedback opportunities.

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Eligibility for Ph.D. (Law)

The following candidates shall be eligible to apply for the Ph.D. (Law) programme:

a) Candidates having a 5-year/ 10-semester/ 15-trimester bachelor’s degree programme in Law through regular mode from a recognized University having secured a minimum of 75% marks in aggregate or its equivalent grade on a point scale wherever the grading system is followed (70% of marks or its equivalent grade in case of SC/ST/OBC- NCL/Persons with Disability.)

b) Candidates having a 3-year/ 6-semester/ 9-trimester bachelor’s degree programme in Law (LL.B.) through regular mode from a recognized University having secured a minimum of 75% marks in aggregate or its equivalent grade on a point scale wherever the grading system is followed (70% of marks or its equivalent grade in case of SC/ST/OBC-NCL Persons with Disability); and

c) Candidates having a Masters in Law degree (LL.M.) through regular mode from a recognized University having secured an aggregate of at least 55% marks or its equivalent grade (50% of marks or its equivalent grade in case of SC/ST/OBC-NCL)/ Persons with Disability);

d) Candidates having passed the Solicitors Examination conducted by the Bombay Incorporated Law Society and having a completed a bachelor’s in Law (LL.B./LL.B. (Hons.)) degree from a recognized University through regular mode; or

(e) Candidates having a Master of Business Laws (MBL) degree from the National Law School of India University with minimum CGPA (Cumulative Grade Point Average) of 4.00 and having completed a bachelor’s degree from a recognized University through regular mode.

Provided that candidates in their final year of study in the respective degrees in (a), (b) and (c) shall be eligible to apply, subject to the candidate securing the minimum marks or equivalent grade prior to July 2024.

International Students

Candidates can apply for the NLSAT – International Examination for “international student” category, if they fulfil the following conditions:

• They should be a citizen of a country other than India; AND
• They should have completed a minimum of ten years of their education in a school/college/university outside India.

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Admission Process

Admission to the programme will be through an all-India written admissions test, the National Law School Admissions Test (NLSAT-PhD). Candidates shall submit the application form duly filled up along with a research proposal of about 6-8 pages. The application form is available here.

The research proposal should contain: i. Tentative Title ii. Statement of the problem and the background information on the subject. iii. A brief outline of the research design including a set of research questions, a brief review of the relevant literature on the issue identified for research, a research hypothesis (where applicable) and the proposed methodology. Students who demonstrate a firm grasp of these foundational issues will be awarded higher marks.

The NLSAT-PhD shall have the following scheme: a) Research Aptitude: 50 marks b) Essays/Answers on relevant topics pertaining to law/ other disciplines: 50 marks

Candidates securing not less than 50% marks on the aggregate in the written test will qualify for evaluation of their Research Proposal and making an oral presentation before a Panel of Experts on the date specified by the University.

Selection Process

Candidates will be selected based on the marks obtained by the candidate in the NLSAT- PhD, the research proposal, and the oral presentation. The weightage of each score component shall be as follows:

a) NLSAT-PhD: 50% b) Research Proposal: 35% c) Oral Presentation: 15%

Important Dates

• The National Law School Admissions Test-PhD (NLSAT-PhD) will be held on March 17, 2024 (Sunday), from 10.00 am to 12.30 pm in specified centres across the country. The duration of the test shall be 150 minutes.
• Application deadline has been extended to 11:59 pm IST, on February 28, 2024. View official notification. An application fee of Rs. 3000/- (Rupees Three Thousand Only) shall be payable at the time of submission of the application.
• The dates for the oral presentation shall be announced after the completion of the NLSAT-PhD. They are likely to be held in April – May 2024.
• Classes for coursework component of the Ph.D. programme shall commence in the University in July 2024.

The maximum number of Ph. D seats for the Academic Year 2024-25 are 8 (Eight). This includes 4 in Ph.D (Law) and 4 in Ph.D (Interdisciplinary). The University reserves the right not to fill all the seats where sufficient candidates do not satisfy the admission requirements.

PhD Regulations

Regulations governing the PhD programme are available here.  Candidates should familiarize themselves with the requirements of the programme, before applying.

The admission notification for AY 2024-25 is available here.

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The total amount payable at the time of admission by foreign students for AY 2024-25 is Rs. 2,55,000/- as provided below:

Registration Fee – one time 90,000/- Course Work Fee – one time 90,000/- Annual Fee 75,000/- Total fee – per annum 2,55,000/-

* Fees mentioned above are provisional and subject to ratification by the University Governing Bodies.

Sample questions for NLSAT 2024 will be released to candidates who have registered through the admissions portal prior to the admissions test.

The University’s PhD programme in the previous year was offered in terms of the Ph.D. Degree Programme Regulations, 2021. The Regulations have been revised since the Academic Year 2023-24. 

The FAQs below reflect the Ph.D. Degree Programme Regulations 2023.  

NLSIU currently offers two Ph.D programmes:

– The Ph.D. (Law) programme allows a candidate to contribute academically in the field of law; – The Ph.D. (Interdisciplinary) involves research across disciplines to arrive at a more comprehensive perspective and solution for a particular problem.

Yes, they may apply for the Ph.D (Law) programme.

a) Candidates having a 5-year/ 10-semester/ 15-trimester bachelor’s degree programme in Law through regular mode from a recognized University having secured a minimum of 75% marks in aggregate or its equivalent grade on a point scale wherever the grading system is followed (70% of marks or its equivalent grade in case of SC/ST/OBC- NCL/Persons with Disability.)

b) Candidates having a 3-year/ 6-semester/ 9-trimester bachelor’s degree programme in Law (LL.B.) through regular mode from a recognized University having secured a minimum of 75% marks in aggregate or its equivalent grade on a point scale wherever the grading system is followed (70% of marks or its equivalent grade in case of SC/ST/OBC-NCL Persons with Disability); and

Provided that candidates in their final year of study in the respective degrees in (a), (b) and (c) shall be eligible to apply, subject to the candidate securing the minimum marks or equivalent grade prior to the date of the commencement of Ph.D.

No, there is no age limit to apply for the programmes.

Candidates will have to appear for the admission test NLSAT – Ph.D, conducted by the University. To apply, visit admissions.nls.ac.in

Note: While submitting the application for the admission test, candidates should also submit a research proposal of about 6-8 pages. The research proposal should contain: i. Tentative Title ii. Statement of the problem and the background information on the subject. iii. A brief outline of the research design including a set of research questions, a brief review of the relevant literature on the issue identified for research, a research hypothesis (where applicable) and the proposed methodology. Students who demonstrate a firm grasp of these foundational issues will be awarded higher marks.

No. Candidates may apply for either Ph.D (Law) or the Ph.D (Interdisciplinary) programme.

To apply for the Ph.D programmes, visit admissions.nls.ac.in

The University shall conduct a written test (NLSAT-Ph.D) along the following scheme:

a) Research Aptitude – 50 marks b) Essays on relevant topics pertaining to law/ other disciplines – 50 marks 

The list of selected candidates as above shall be displayed on the NLSIU website.

Candidates are required to be present at the NLSIU campus for the duration of their coursework spread over three trimesters. Course work is compulsory for all the Ph.D. candidates.

The first component of the course work must be completed during the first trimester upon their admission. The remaining two trimesters of the course work needs to be completed within the first two academic years.  

a) The candidate will have to complete a minimum of three (3) years’ research in their chosen subject, including the mandatory course work as provided in these Regulations.

b) Maximum period: The maximum duration of the Ph.D. programme shall be six (6) years* from the date of admission in the Ph.D. programme, subject to the fulfilment of the requirements per the Regulations.

*- Provided that candidates who are Persons with Disabilities (having more than 40% disability) may be allowed a relaxation of upto two (2) years; however, the total period for completion of a Ph.D. programme in such cases should not exceed eight (8) years from the date of admission in the Ph.D. programme; – Provided further that female Ph.D. candidates may be provided Maternity Leave/ Child Care Leave for up to 240 days in the entire duration of the Ph.D. programme; however, the total period for completion of a Ph.D. programme in such cases should not exceed six (6) years and eight (8) months from the date of admission in the Ph.D. programme.

c) Failure to complete the course within the maximum period set out in point (b) above will automatically result in cancellation of registration.

There are a total of six courses that a doctoral candidate has to complete. Three of these are compulsory taught courses. Each taught course will extend for around 10 weeks and will be held on campus.

The first compulsory taught course is to be completed in the initial trimester on admission to the programme. The second compulsory taught course can be completed in the initial or any subsequent trimester (depending on when the course is offered). These two taught courses have to be completed prior to the first presentation before the Research Advisory Committee. In addition, there are also two course requirements relating to review of literature and fine-tuning of the proposal which need to be completed under the guidance of the Supervisor prior to the first presentation before the Research Advisory Committee.

The third compulsory taught course has to be completed prior to the second presentation before the Research Advisory Committee. In addition, candidates also will also need to complete the course requirement relating to teaching/research assistantships as will be decided by the Supervisor/relevant University body of the University.

There is a Research Advisory Committee for each Ph.D. scholar consisting of a Supervisor and two members (one from within NLSIU and one external member).

Please refer to the fee tab on the respective programme pages for fee details. 

Yes, the University will release sample questions at a later date.

We do not offer rolling admissions to the PhD programme. New students are admitted once a year, to begin studying at the start of the Academic Year in July.

Yes, but only in the next academic year. Candidates will have to appear for the NLSAT after applying for the programme in any given year.  

Yes. The University will notify a ‘Campus Open Day’ for you to visit us and familiarize yourself with the campus before applying for any programme through the NLSAT. Follow our website for further updates.

Conduct of All India Law Entrance Test - 2025

• All India Law Entrance Test (AILET) for admission to the UG/PG and Ph.D. Programmes at the National Law University, Delhi will be conducted on the Sunday, December 8, 2024 from 2.00 PM to 4:00 PM.

Entrance Test (AILET) Scheme:

Entrance test pattern:.

• The entrance test will be Multiple Choice Question (MCQ) based only.
• The test paper will consist of 100 MCQs, with each question carrying 1 mark.

Test Composition:

• 50 MCQs will be from the subject of Research Methodology.
• For Ph.D. in Law, the remaining 50 MCQs will be from different branches of Law.

Negative Marking:

• There will be negative marking in the AILET 2025 entrance test.
• The criteria for negative marking will be based on the formula 0.25 * 4 = 1, which means for every wrong answer, 0.25 marks will be deducted. Therefore, four wrong answers will lead to a deduction of one (1) mark.

Exemption for JRF Holders and Foreign Nationals:

• Candidates who hold a valid Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) and Foreign Nationals are exempted from the All India Entrance Test.

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Applications will be accepted in the fall for study to commence in the subsequent fall. The application deadline is December 15, but the Admissions Committee will begin to review each application when it is complete. Applications must be submitted via Yale University's Graduate School of Arts and Sciences application website.

• Personal Statement (500-1000 words) The personal statement should describe the applicant’s motivations for pursuing the Ph.D. in Law degree and should describe the applicant’s qualifications to undertake the proposed course of study, especially qualifications that are not evident from the applicant’s CV.
• Research Proposal (1000 words) The research proposal should describe the project that the applicant plans to undertake as a dissertation. The proposal should describe the project’s scope, its scholarly significance and research methodology, including any source materials on which the project will rely or any empirical research that the applicant intends to undertake. The research proposal need not be as fully developed as a dissertation prospectus, and projects are expected to evolve over the course of students’ time in the program. Nonetheless, applicants are expected to have a clear sense of the general research project that they will undertake.
• Writing Sample The writing sample should be a piece of legal scholarship authored solely by the applicant. Ideally, the writing sample should be on a subject related to the applicant’s proposed research project. Submitted writing samples should be no more than the equivalent of 30-published pages in length (15,000 words)—an excerpt from a longer work may be used.
• Letters of Recommendation Applicants will be asked to identify three individuals willing to write letters of recommendation on their behalf. Recommenders will then receive an email with instructions about how to submit letters directly to the Graduate School. Applicants should choose recommenders who are best situated to evaluate an applicant’s past academic work and potential to produce first-rate legal scholarship. The Ph.D. Admissions Committee strongly recommends that at least two recommenders hold academic appointments at a law school.
• Test Scores The applicant will be asked to self-report his or her LSAT score; scores from any administration of the exam will be accepted. Prior to matriculation, those admitted to the Ph.D. in Law program will be required to provide formal confirmation of the self-reported score.
• Transcripts The applicant will need to upload records of academic performance to the online application prior to submission. No transcripts should be mailed. This upload may be in the form of a scanned copy of the applicant's transcript or academic record. If the transcript is in a language other than English, the applicant will also need to provide an English translation of the transcript. The translation must be certified to be an accurate translation of the original and be notarized or otherwise authenticated. The translation and the original transcript can then be uploaded to the application.
• Curriculum Vitae The applicant should submit a curriculum vitae listing all academic honors and awards, publications and presentations, and other professional accomplishments.
• Application Fee Each applicant must pay the application fee in the amount and manner required by the Graduate School.

Previous applicants who were not admitted to the Ph.D. in Law program and who wish to reapply must submit a completely new application and pay the application fee. Applicants who have been denied admission three times may not submit further applications.

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PhD Admission 2024 In Govt Universities [Last Dates, Fees, Eligibility, Entrance]

Kopal Srivastava Aug 6, 2024 1.6K Reads

The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) is a research-level degree offered by Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) in India. It is the highest academic standing and is awarded to students who complete the required courses.

Most students in India apply for a PhD after completing their master’s degree. If you meet their criteria, institutes like IITs, IIITs, and NITs give you direct admission into PhD programs after graduation, the eligibility criteria that is required is you must have scored above 50 percent marks in a master’s degree and a valid NET score.

The 2024 PhD admissions to government universities like DU, BHU, BBAU, and JNU will be based on the NTA PhD entrance test. The last date for submission of PhD admission form is 15 July 2024, through the official website of the selected university.

To apply for a PhD, you have to complete a 10+2, Master's, and Master's degrees with 45% to 60% marks. PhD course fees range from Rs 80,000 to Rs 1,20,000.

Many colleges and universities have released registration forms for PhD Admission 2024. PhD programs are available in various specializations like Arts, Humanities, Engineering, Science, and Management. Also Read | What is the full form of PhD ?

Some institutions base their admissions on an examination conducted by a university or specialized governing body. Others will admit students on the basis of their merit list taking into account the scores obtained in the master’s degree program in the qualification.

PhD Admissions 2024-25 Notifications

Important notifications that you must know if you are thinking of pursuing a PhD program:

• Amity University Noida: PhD admissions are open. Apply by 15 July 2024 at amity.edu.
• IGNOU: PhD admissions have closed. The last date to apply was 03 January 2024.
• Delhi University (DU): PhD admissions for the July session will open soon. The tentative last date to apply is 31 August 2024.
• K.R. Mangalam University: PhD admissions are open. Apply by 09 July 2024 on the university's official website.

PhD admission 2024-25 is now open in many public, private, and government universities. The last date to apply is 15 July 2024. You can apply online through the official websites of BHU, BRABU, DU, HNBGU, and other universities. PhD stands for Doctor of Philosophy and is the highest level of education. Ideal for those who want to do in-depth research on a specific topic. Many colleges in India offer PhD programs to students interested in research.

Eligibility and application process

• Eligibility : Candidates must have completed a master’s degree in order to apply for a PhD.
• Entrance Test: Candidates have to pass National University-level entrance tests like UGC-NET, PET, NET, CSIR, and JEST. 
• Counseling: Selected candidates will participate in university counseling for admission.

PhD programs are available in different specializations, such as:

• Arts and Humanities
• Business knowledge
• Apply now and pursue research interests to advance your career.

PhD Admission 2024 in Government Universities

Many government universities like Delhi University, Banaras Hindu University, and others are currently offering PhD admissions for the 2024 session.

The application deadline is 15 July 2024. Panjab University plans to start PhD admissions in September 2024. Admission forms for Delhi University and Mumbai University will soon be released on their official websites. Students Also Ask | Online DBA Doctorate Programs !

A PhD is primarily research-focused and a minimum takes three to five years to complete, either full-time or part-time. To qualify for PhD Admission 2024-25 in government universities, candidates need a master's or M.Phil degree in engineering, technology, science, humanities, or management with a minimum GPA of 50-55%. Students AlsoAsk | PhD Course for Working Professionals !

NTA has announced the date for filling up the online admission form for PhD admission in 2024 in top government universities. PhD entrance exam conducted by NTA will determine admission to universities like JNU, BHU, etc. The last date for submission of the online registration form is September 8, 2024.

To apply for PhD at this university in 2024, students have to qualify for the entrance exams at the university or the central government. Eligible exams include GATE, NET, IIT JAM, IISC PhD, BHU RET 2024, and more.

Your score in this exam will determine your eligibility for a PhD in top public universities. Many government universities in India offer a Doctor of Philosophy degree, with a strong emphasis on research.

PhD Entrance Exam 2024

Candidates for PhD Admission 2024-25 are required to take various examinations conducted by universities or central bodies such as the National Examination Agency (NTA). Tests like UGC-NET, CSIR-NET, and PET are popular options for students.

Universities admit students based on their performance in these tests. After the examination, universities conduct counseling and personal interviews to select candidates for the PhD program.

In the PhD program, students can specialize in areas such as business, science, business, humanities, and art. English, History, Politics, Business Administration, Computer Programming, Geography, Economics and Hindi are among the major options.

JNU PhD Admission 

Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) offers a full-time PhD program with 20 specializations across different departments. To apply, you need a master's degree in a relevant field.

Admission is based on the JNU Entrance Exam (JNUEE), followed by a viva voce interview conducted by the department. Here's a quick overview of the PhD program at JNU, including eligibility, selection criteria, and fees:

PhD In Uttar Pradesh 

Uttar Pradesh, the most populated state in northern India, is seeing a growing demand for PhD courses. As the new academic year approaches, students are preparing for PhD admissions in this educational hub. Pursuing a doctorate is a significant step in one's academic career, requiring careful planning and preparation.

Uttar Pradesh offers a wide range of subjects for PhD studies, from humanities and social sciences to engineering and technology. Whether you're interested in ancient civilizations, scientific innovation, or addressing societal challenges, the state provides a supportive environment for scholarly exploration and interdisciplinary studies. 

What are the selection criteria for PhD In UP?

Most government universities require a strong academic record with a high GPA in undergraduate or master's studies for PhD admissions. Applicants must submit a detailed research proposal, which should be original and related to their field of study, to showcase the potential of their research.

Letters of recommendation from faculty members or mentors are important to support the applicant's academic and research abilities.

A Statement of Purpose (SOP) explaining the applicant's research interests and goals is also required. Some universities may ask for national standardized test scores like CSIR UGC NET, UGC NET, IIT JAM, NPAT, or GATE, while others have their own entrance exams.

Interviews, either in-person or virtual, may be part of the process to discuss research interests. Relevant work experience in research or academia, though not always required, can be beneficial. Having publications or presentations at conferences can give applicants an edge in the selection process.

PhD Admission to BR Ambedkar University

The BRAOU PhD Admission's last date for the year 2024-25 is 31 July 2024. Out of all the specializations that Dr. BR Ambedkar Open University provides a Master’s Degree for, it also provides Doctor of Philosophy or holder of Philosophy degrees in English, Environmental Science, Mathematics, Physics, Economics, History, Library & Information Science, Political Science, Public Administration, Sociology, Hindi, Telugu, Business Management, Commerce, Education and Chemistry.

These are some of the subjects through which students can undertake their research program. The candidate should have passed the Master’s degree from any recognized university securing not less than 55% of the marks for the General category and 50% for the Scheduled Castes/Scheduled Tribes category. Also, candidates should have cleared the examination of JRF, UGC-NET, CSIR-NET, SET, SLET, or M Phil.

The requirement of BRAOU admission is that students must qualify the university-conducted entrance test for and is compulsory to get admission into the university. The BRAOU PhD Entrance Exam was held on 25 May 2024 for three hours starting from 09:00 AM to 12:00 PM.

PhD at Delhi University: Entrance Exam Syllabus of Delhi University

The entrance exam of Delhi University for PhD is divided into 2 parts. Each part holds a weightage of 50 percent marks. 

PhD at IGNOU: Entrance Exam Syllabus of IGNOU

Check the syllabus below for the IGNOU entrance exam:

What Is The PhD Admission Process for Govt Universities 2024-2025?

The admission process for PhD in a government University in 2024 varies from college to college. Some universities offer merit-based admissions, while others conduct entrance exams. For example, Banaras Hindu University (BHU) will conduct RET 2024 for PhD candidates.

Candidates should check the official university website for full admission details. Make sure you meet the basic requirements set by the university for admission to PhD in 2024. Admission forms are available on the official website. 

How to Apply for PhD Admission In Govt Universities

Applying for PhD admission in 2024 is straightforward. You can follow these steps:

• Visit the official website of the university or college you're interested in.
• Check the eligibility criteria for admission.
• Fill out the application form carefully.
• Apply for the entrance exam and download the admit card.
• If selected after the entrance exam, attend the university interview.

The selection process involves qualifying exams and personal interviews.

What Is The Eligibility Criteria For Phd Admission In Govt Universities

PhD Admission in government Universities 2024 in top Indian govt universities requires candidates to meet specific eligibility criteria.

Here's what you need to know:

• Candidates must have completed a master's degree from a UGC-approved university.
• The master's degree should be in a field relevant to their chosen PhD course.
• A minimum aggregate of 50% marks is generally required.
• Some universities may offer a 5% relaxation in marks for candidates from reserved categories.

These criteria ensure that candidates are well-prepared for rigorous research work in their chosen field.

What is the last date of PhD Admission In 2024-25? 

The last dates of various universities differ and that is why it is very important for you to always be updated regarding the last dates and to check the last dates you can visit the official website of the university and make sure to apply before the deadline so you do not miss registering.  

PhD Admission 2024 in Government Universities 

PhD, or Doctor of Philosophy, is the highest academic degree available, offered by various universities in India. Here's what you need to know about PhD Admission in 2024:

• Admission to PhD programs in India involves entrance exams like the NTA PhD entrance exam, UGC-NET, CSIR-NET, PET, etc.
• Candidates applying for PhD Admission 2024 must have completed a Master's degree in a related field from a UGC-recognised university.
• The duration of a PhD program in India is a minimum of three to four years of full-time study, focusing heavily on independent research.
• During their PhD, students prepare a thesis or dissertation, which represents their significant independent research in the field.
• While some PhD programs include coursework, many also accept a portfolio of published works as part of the requirements.

In India, the final step towards completion of PhD admissions by 2024 is oral defense, commonly referred to as "viva voce". This involves presenting your research to a panel of researchers, which can take between one and three hours.

The size of the screen varies depending on the campus. Traditionally, PhD studies in India required full-time supervised on-campus study. However, many organizations are now recruiting part-time distance faculty due to the availability of online learning and other distance learning options.

What are Some Important Dates Regarding The Admission of a Ph.D. in Government Universities?

The table below lists the application form dates for PhD Admission 2024 in top colleges offering different PhD courses:

Can I Do a PhD Without Taking Any Entrance Exam? 

To pursue a PhD, you normally want to take an entrance examination. Most universities require this to assess your studies talents and concern-count information. However, there are some exceptions. Some establishments may waive the doorway examination requirement for candidates with an excessive CGPA or a strong studies portfolio.

But those instances are rare. After all, it is mandatory for you to take an entrance exam if you want to pursue a PhD program. If in case you do not want to take an entrance exam you can pursue a DBA program, The DBA program is also a doctorate program and it also adds up the “Dr” title before your name.

Moreover, if you opt for an Online DBA program, you can earn your doctorate program without even relocating to another country. Moreover, you even have many advantages if you opt for an Online DBA such as you get an opportunity to study from an international faculties who have years of experience and published their works in top journals.

There are various universities that offer you an Online DBA, some of them are mentioned below:

What Is The Fees Of A PhD Program In India? 

The fee for a PhD course ranges from INR 80,000 to INR 1,20,000 per year, but this can vary by university. To get admission, candidates usually need to pass entrance exams like UGC-NET/JRF, CSIR-NET, or DBT-JRF, and may also have to go through an interview or viva.

What is the UGC-Net Exam? 

UGC-NET is a national exam that is required to take if you want to pursue a PhD program in India and it also qualifies you for posts as Assistant Professor and Junior Research Fellowship in Indian universities and colleges. The National Testing Authority (NTA) conducts the NET twice a year, in June and December.

In the past, students had to take several exams at universities to get a PhD. However, as per the latest UGC notification, students can now get direct admission to PhD programs based on their NET JRF exam scores and interviews if necessary The amendment aims to make the process easier for students, as part of the National Education Policy 2020.

What Is The Syllabus of a PhD Program?

The syllabus for a PhD program varies based on the student's specialization and includes core and elective subjects. Key areas often covered include:

• Psychology : Research methodology, psychological testing, and the emergence of psychology, including major Eastern systems.
• Sociology: Sociological theory .
• Science and Mathematics: Combinatory, linear algebra, calculus, probability, programming, and data structures.
• General Aptitude: Vocabulary, reading comprehension, reasoning, aptitude, and data interpretation.

PhD students study research methodology, ethics in research, literature reviews, research tools, and proposal formulation. The curriculum focuses on motivating students to conduct original research, with activities like seminars and presentations also included.

PhD students must publish at least one paper before submitting their thesis, as per UGC guidelines. The PhD program aims to develop advanced knowledge and skills for scholarly inquiry, offering a comprehensive perspective.

This degree is available in areas like Humanities and Science and usually takes three to six years to complete, though the duration can vary by institution. PhD graduates have diverse career opportunities, making it a challenging and rewarding path. 

Conclusion 

The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) is a research-level degree offered by Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) in India. It is the highest academic standing and is awarded to students who complete the required courses. Most students in India apply for a PhD after completing their master’s degree. If you meet their criteria, institutes like IITs, IIITs, and NITs give you direct admission into PhD programs after graduation. Many government universities like Delhi University, Banaras Hindu University, and others are currently offering PhD admissions for the 2024 session. The application deadline is 15 July 2024. Panjab University plans to start PhD admissions in September 2024. Admission forms for Delhi University and Mumbai University will soon be released on their official websites.

FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)

⭐ who is eligible for phd admission in 2024.

To be eligible for PhD admission, candidates must have completed a postgraduate degree with at least 50-55% marks from a recognized university. Candidates with work experience in research are often preferred.

⭐ What is the last date for Dr. BR Ambedkar's University PhD admission in 2024?

The last date to register, pay the fee, and submit the online application for PhD admission at Dr. BR Ambedkar Open University is 31 July 2024. Registration and payment began on 4 April 2024.

⭐ Can I do a PhD without taking an entrance exam?

No, most universities require an entrance exam for PhD admission. This exam assesses the applicant's research skills and subject knowledge.

⭐ Can I pursue a PhD without clearing the NET exam?

Generally, clearing an entrance exam like the NET is mandatory for PhD admission in India. However, requirements may vary by university.

⭐ What are the fees for a PhD at Dr. BR Ambedkar University?

The fee for a PhD at Dr. BR Ambedkar University is Rs. 15,000 per annum for three years.

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Program Deep Dive: Find the Right MSL Concentration for Your Goals

GW Law’s Master of Studies in Law (MSL) is a law degree for non-lawyers. It provides insight into the law and skills in applying the law in various contexts across government, nonprofit, and for-profit agencies. The degree prepares managers, administrators, directors, analysts, public policy practitioners paralegals, arbiters, mediators, and tax and insurance professionals (among others) to navigate the legal landscape effectively.  

Students in GW Law’s MSL program can customize their degree by choosing a concentration that aligns with their career goals. Students must consider this choice carefully because their concentration can significantly impact future career opportunities. This article explores each program concentration to help prospective students better understand each concentration’s focus, curriculum, and outcomes. 

Program Overview: Get to Know the MSL Degree 

The MSL, a master’s-level law degree, trains non-lawyers in law-adjacent fields and other occupations in which extensive legal understanding is beneficial. The MSL differs from a Juris Doctor (JD) , a doctoral-level degree that prepares students to practice law and work as lawyers and judges. The MSL benefits students whose careers can benefit from improved legal expertise.

The 24-credit program offers three concentrations. The curricula for each help students understand the law and current legal landscape while developing the skills to identify legal issues, solve problems using legal frameworks, communicate risks, clearly express complex ideas, and write persuasively. Graduates emerge well-prepared to navigate the laws and regulations that apply to businesses, organizations, and other institutions today.

The MSL offers a flexible learning format with part-time and full-time options and the ability to study online or on campus, enabling students to pursue their degrees without interrupting their professional advancement. GW invests in its students’ success by offering robust academic and professional support, including mentorship, networking opportunities, career counseling, and unparalleled access to the nation’s hub of legal and policy activity.

Customize Your Course of Study at GW Law 

The GW MSL features three concentrations :

Government Procurement Law

National security & cybersecurity law.

• Government Procurement & Cybersecurity Law

Each concentration includes core courses tailored to the chosen field, supplemented by various elective courses that allow students to deepen their knowledge in the concentration area. Customizing your course of study will enable you to examine the laws and regulations that impact your area of interest and set you up for future success. 

Customize Your Degree With a Concentration Tailored to Your Goals

Study part-time or full-time, online, on-campus, or hybrid.

The government procurement law concentration offers a comprehensive view of procurement systems in the U.S. and abroad, exposing students to diverse perspectives on emerging legal issues. Very few schools offer comparable programs; the GW MSL in Government Procurement Law is the best.

• Students in this concentration learn to navigate the complexities of contracts, ensuring government agencies meet legal compliance requirements for each contracted procurement. Core courses include Formation of Government Contracts, Performance of Government Contracts, Government Contracts Cost and Pricing, and Anti-Corruption and Compliance. 
• Graduates can pursue opportunities in various government, nonprofit and for-profit sectors. Potential career paths include contracting officer, contracts administrator, program manager, and procurement analyst. 
• Professionals interested in becoming future leaders and policymakers in the acquisition community domestically and abroad should consider this concentration to gain a rich understanding of how procurement systems operate worldwide. Many students in this concentration have prior experience in government or government-adjacent professions (e.g., the defense or tech industries).

The national security and cybersecurity law concentration explores the use of the internet and technologies, and the sophisticated cyber actors and nation-states who exploit vulnerabilities and develop methods to disrupt essential services.

• Students in this concentration develop a deep understanding of legal concepts related to national security, cybersecurity, and U.S. foreign relations. Core courses include Introduction to U.S. Law and Legal Writing for MSL Students, National Security Law and Cybersecurity Law and Technology.  
• Graduates are prepared to work in government agencies, private corporations, and nonprofits as information security analysts, data scientists, computer systems analysts, software developers, public policy practitioners, and computer and information systems managers.
• This concentration caters to students who want to develop an expertise in legal concepts related to national security, cybersecurity, and U.S. foreign relations law and become equipped to navigate the laws governing these topics. Many students in the program currently work in defense, intelligence, or information technology.

Government Procurement & Cybersecurity Law 

The government procurement and cybersecurity law concentration helps meet the need for cybersecurity professionals within the government procurement process.

• Students in this concentration explore government contracts, intellectual property law, and cybersecurity law and technology. Core courses include Formation of Government Contracts, Performance of Government Contracts, Government Procurement of Intellectual Property, and Cybersecurity Law and Technology.
• Graduates work in government agencies, private organizations, and nonprofits as program managers, contracting officers, contracts administrators, procurement analysts, IT auditors, cybersecurity analysts, cybersecurity managers, and penetration and vulnerability testers.
• This concentration suits professionals who want to develop cybersecurity legal expertise in government procurement contracts and work on issues related to government contracts and national security and cyber threats.

How to Choose the Right Concentration for Your Goals 

Choosing the right concentration represents an essential step in planning your future career. As you explore the available options, consider the following:

• Self-reflection: Reflecting on your strengths, weaknesses, and areas for growth can help you identify subjects at which you naturally excel, those you find challenging and may want to avoid, and skills you want to develop. Aligning your concentration with your areas of strength and growth can lead to greater success. Still, don’t be deterred from pursuing a subject of interest just because you find it challenging. GW Law is dedicated to students’ success and offers strong academic and professional support to help you thrive. Consider also your interests and passions to find something that will fulfill you personally and professionally.
• Industry demand: Research the market demand for positions in your field of interest to verify that they are stable and have a positive outlook. You should also examine salaries to understand your earnings potential and ensure they meet your expectations. 
• Program research: Review the program curriculum for the concentration you are interested in to confirm it aligns with your career goals and can help you develop the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in your desired career. Check the admissions requirements to verify your experience matches the required qualifications, and consider the quality, flexibility and program benefits to ensure it will deliver the education and services you need to succeed.
• Seek guidance: Speak to trusted mentors, advisors, and industry professionals to gain insights and advice on choosing the right concentration. You can also connect with enrollment support services at GW Law to learn more about program concentrations and how they align with your experience and career goals.

Tailor Your Master of Studies in Law Degree to Your Interests 

Before enrolling in GW’s Master of Studies in Law , consider your experience, career aspirations, interests, and passions to identify the concentration that will give you the foundation for a successful and fulfilling career in your chosen field. Whether you choose a concentration in government procurement law, national security and cybersecurity law, or government procurement and cybersecurity law, you will acquire the legal specialization to guide strategic discussions and decisions. If you want to learn more or need additional support, contact an enrollment advisor for individualized guidance and feedback.

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Novgorod State University: Statistics

Updated: February 29, 2024

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Novgorod State University has published 5,566 scientific papers with 40,052 citations received. The research profile covers a range of fields, including Physics, Engineering, Chemistry, Quantum and Particle physics, Materials Science, Organic Chemistry, Biology, Computer Science, Environmental Science, and Optical Engineering.

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Bangalore University PhD admission 2023 is open now. The last date to apply is May 10, 2023. Interested candidates can apply online on the official website – bangaloreuniversity.ac.in. 

Bangalore University offers Ph.D. degrees in a wide range of subjects at the Doctoral level through each of its five Faculty of Studies: Arts, Science, Commerce, Education, and Engineering. 

• The basic eligibility criteria for Ph.D. application is a Postgraduate degree in relevant discipline with a minimum aggregate score of 55% marks (can be relaxed up to maximum 50% for reserved category candidates).
• Ph.D. Admission is based on the score obtained in University Conducted-Entrance Test and performance in the interview.
• Candidates who have qualified CSIR NET / UGC NET/ SLET/ KSET/ GATE / JRF or hold an accredited M. Phil. Degree are exempt from the Ph. D Entrance Test. However, it is mandatory that such candidates go through the interview round with the university officials for selection.
• Close to 500 seats are available with the university for Ph. D admissions across all the departments.
• Application for Ph. D is an online process, though the university requires the applicants to submit a physical copy of their application form and all supporting documents within a specific date to the Registrar (Evaluation).

Reserved category candidates with annual income less than INR 2.5 LPA income, need to pay only 50% of the specified fee.

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Table of Content

• Bangalore University Ph.D. Eligibility Criteria 

Bangalore University Ph.D. Admission Selection Process

• Bangalore University Ph.D. Cut off
• Bangalore University Ph.D. Entrance Exam
• Bangalore University Ph.D. How to Apply
• Bangalore University Ph.D. Reservation Details
• Bangalore University Ph.D. FAQ

Bangalore University Ph.D. Eligibility Criteria

• Ph.D. Applicants should hold a post-graduation degree from a UGC-recognized university or either a professional degree declared equivalent to the post-graduation degree by the corresponding statutory regulatory body or a foreign degree accredited by an authorized Assessment and Accreditation Agency.
• They should have scored a minimum aggregate of 55% or an equivalent grade in the qualifying examination. Reserved category candidates are allowed a maximum relaxation of 5% of marks, up to 50%, or an equivalent relaxation of grade.
•  Applicants should bear in mind that the university will not allow any further relaxation in minimum percentage under any circumstance even if the seats remain vacant.
• Candidates who hold a regular Degree equivalent to M.Phil. from either an Indian or an accredited foreign institution will also be considered eligible to apply.
• However, the decision of the Registrar (Evaluation) shall be final regarding the equivalence of degrees.
• Candidates who have completed M.Phil.(Regular) course work with at least 55% aggregate score or equivalent grade (maximum relaxation of up to 50% for reserved category candidates), will be considered eligible to pursue research-work leading to Ph.D. Degree.

Key Notes : 

• Full-time Ph.D. candidates need to submit an undertaking stating that they will not get engaged in any employment during the course of the program. 
• Employed candidates who wish to pursue Ph.D. in the full-time mode must present a certificate from their respective employer of been sanctioned study leave for the same.

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Bangalore University prepares a consolidated Merit List on the basis of the Ph.D. Entrance Test scores. Candidates who score a minimum of 50% in the test find place in the list.

The final selection decision is made equally considering the entrance test score and percentage obtained in the qualifying exam.

A separate Merit List is prepared of non-entrance candidates who have qualified the UGC/CSIR: JRF Test/ NET/ KSET/ SLET/ GATE/ Young Researchers Recognized by DST, UGC, CSIR, AICTE, INSPIRE, etc., / M. Phil. Degree candidates with course work/ teachers on QIP/ foreign candidates, in that order, based on their qualifying examination marks secured.

• Candidates who feature in the consolidated merit list are invited for a counseling round with the RAC at the University.
• The RAC is responsible for allocating accepted candidates to research supervisors following a roster system.
• The RAC sends the list of selected candidates to the Registrar (Evaluation), post allocation, along with relevant documents for verification and approval.
• The University issues a Provisional Registration Memo to selected candidates who make the requisite fee payment.
• Upon receipt of the Provisional Registration Memo, the candidates need to submit tentative research proposal to the Registrar (Evaluation), through their respective University PG Department/ constituent college/ recognized research centers and assigned research supervisor.

Seat Allocation Policy of Bangalore University follows the rules listed below:

• Seats for admission are allocated equally to the Entrance and non-Entrance category candidates. Vacant seats, if any, are however, transferable mutually.
• Admissions are offered strictly on the basis of the ranks that the candidates secure in the consolidated merit list, irrespective of the specialization of the research supervisor.
• Where more than one candidate secures the same ranking in the entrance test, then the qualifying examination marks is taken into consideration.

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Bangalore University Ph.D. Admission Cut Off

Candidates who secure less than 50% in the test will not be considered eligible to be included in the consolidated merit list published by the university under any circumstances. So, effectively, the cut-off score for Ph.D. admission at Bangalore University is 50% score out of a total score of 100 in the entrance test.

Bangalore University Ph.D. Entrance Exam

Barring CSIR NET/ UGC NET / SLET/ KSET/ GATE/ JRF qualified candidates or candidates holding an accredited M. Phil degree, all Ph.D. applicants are required to appear for an entrance test conducted by Bangalore University.

• In order to qualify the test, candidates need to score at least 50% out of 100. The maximum Marks for the entrance is 100.
• The Ph.D. Entrance Test will pose Multiple Choice Type Questions of 2 Marks Each, comprising Research Methodology and subject-specific topics, to be completed in 120 minutes.
• External experts will be preparing two sets of question papers for the entrance.
• The Entrance Test will be conducted at the specific test centers, as notified in advance by the University.

Please note that, the candidates who opt for inter-disciplinary research topics have to mandatorily appear for the entrance test in the concerned Department where they have applied.

How to Apply for Bangalore University Ph.D.?

The Bangalore University Ph.D. Application process is presented below:

Step 1:  Access the online application form at  https://www.bangaloreuniversity.ac.in  or  https://www.buphd.inhawk.com

Step 2:  Fill in the application form with correct details and submit it online along with a scanned copy of recent passport-size photograph and valid signature as per specifications.

Step 3:  Pay the prescribed Application Fees.

* 50% less of prescribed fees

Step 4:  Once the application form is submitted, the university will send a confirmation email to the applicant’s registered email ID with instructions regarding the completion of the registration process.

Step 5:  Download and print two copies of filled-in application form and send one via Speed Post/ Courier, along with supporting documents to The Registrar (Evaluation), Ph.D. Section, Pareeksha Bhavan, Gnanabharathi Campus, Bangalore University, Bangalore 560056.

Please note that incomplete/ ineligible applications and applications received after the specified deadline will stand rejected and the University will not entertain any correspondence in this regard. Application Fees received after submission deadline will be forfeited too.

Document copies to be submitted to the University along with the physical copy of the Ph.D. Application Form are:

• All Statement of Marks received for post-graduate and M. Phil degree courses
• Valid UGC/ UGC-CSIR-JRF Test/ NET/ K-SLET/ K-SET/ GATE/ FIP/ QIP Certificates
• Recognition Certificate issued by DST, UGC, CSIR, UGC etc., to Young Researchers or Documents certifying project fellows in major sponsored research projects
• Eligibility Certificate for Foreign applicants
• Caste Certificate (if claiming reservation)
• Income Certificates (if applicable)
• Migration Certificate for candidates from outside Karnataka (if selected)
• Scanned copy of latest passport-size photograph, matching with the one on the application form.
• Application Fee Payment Receipt

Bangalore University Ph.D. Admission Reservation Details

Bangalore University follows a reservation policy for the different reserved category candidates like Scheduled Caste or Scheduled Tribes as prescribed by the Central/ State government from time to time. As per the provisional vacancy list released in 2019 by Bangalore University for Ph.D. Admissions in various departments, of the total intake the following percentage of can be calculated as reserved for specific categories.

Please note that, in case that there are not sufficient number of vacancies to accommodate all the reserved categories, then the reserved category seats will be allocated in the preferential order of SC/ ST/ CAT-I/ CAT-IIA/ CAT-IIB/ CAT-IIIA/ CAT-IIIB, such that all the categories are covered in a proportional manner.

At Bangalore University, the seats reserved for SC/ ST/ CAT-I candidates are inter-changeable, however, it should be borne in mind that these vacancies cannot be transferred to the OBC or General pool.

Bangalore University Ph.D FAQs

Ques. What is RAC and what is its purpose?

Ques. Do I have to pursue my Ph.D. degree in the same subject that I pursued my Master’s in?

Ques. Will I be allowed to pursue any other program while I am on course of doing my Ph.D. research work?

Ques. What is the maximum time-limit allowed to complete my Ph.D. course-work?

Ques. I hold a M. Phil Degree. Do I have to undertake the Ph.D. course-work?

Ques. How will my Provisional Registration be confirmed?

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 The application deadline for 2 years LLM Course at Bangalore University for the Academic Year 2023-24 was 25 July 2023.

Unfortunately, you need to have passed only B.Sc with relevant discipline to be eligible for M.Sc Maths course and not B.tech.

Bangalore University does not offer admission to Ph.D programs based on the merit of the qualifying examination passed. Admission is based on the university’s entrance test followed by personal interview. But students who have qualified for UGC NET/CSIR NET/JRF Test/SLET /SET /GATE are exempted from appearing in the university’s Ph.D Entrance exam.

You can apply for admission in the BA LLB program of Banglore University once you have passed Class XII examination with at least 45% marks from a recognized board. Admission is offered based on the merit of CLAT followed by counseling.

Bangalore University offers Ph.D courses in various subjects but the university does not offer Ph.D in Yoga. Please check the list of institutes where you can pursue the said program from Top Ph.D in Yoga Universities in Bangalore.

Yes, Bangalore University conducts its own entrance test for admission to the M.Sc Microbiology course. Students will be shortlisted based on the merit of the entrance test and called for counseling.

Bangalore University is yet to release the 2022-23 admission notice for the M.Sc Chemistry course. The university has released the admission notice for LLM and MBA Evening only at the PG level.

The registration process for the Ph.D. courses has not yet started for the 2022 – 2025 academic session but is expected to start from the month of September 2022. To stay updated with the admission process, do visit Bangalore University admission 2022 . 

Bangalore University has not yet released the 2022-23 admission notice for the Ph.D courses. The university will release the admission notice as well as the admission portal on its official website.

The admission notice for the B.Ed program of Bangalore University is yet to be released. The application portal will be released on the official website of the university and you can submit your application form once the portal is live.

Admission to BCA program of BU is merit-based. If you have passed Class XII examination from a recognized board you are eligible to apply for admission. The admission process for the UG courses is expected to begin soon.

The admission process is quite simple. For admission, you will be required to fill an application form that is available on the official website of the University. After filling the application form, submit it along with the application fee of INR 400. 

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Yaroslav the Wise Novgorod State University 2024-25: Admission, Courses, Fees, Eligibility, Ranking etc.

Yaroslav the Wise Novgorod State University is one of Russia’s most significant institutions. The Yaroslav-the-Wise Novgorod State University , commonly known colloquially as NovSU was created in 1993 by the merger of Veliky Novgorod’s two oldest higher education institutions, the Pedagogical and Polytechnic Institutes. Later, the Novgorod University was included in the University’s framework. If you want to study MBBS in Russia , then Yaroslav-the-wise Novgorod State University is one of Russia’s top medical Universities.

Yaroslav the Wise Novgorod State University consists of seven scientific and educational institutions: the Institute of Medical Education, the Humanities Institute, the Institute of Electronic Information Systems, the Institute of Continuous Pedagogical Education, the Institute of Digital Economics, Management and Service, the Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources, and the Polytechnic Institute.

College Summary

Let us look at the important elements of Yaroslav, the Wise Novgorod State University, before we finish the Novgorod University Summary.

Affiliation and Recognition

• National Medical Commission (NMC)
• World Health Organization (WHO)
• General Medical Council of European countries and other boards
• United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE)
• WFME World Federation of Medical Education
• The American Medical Association of the United States of America

Why Study MBBS at Yaroslav the Wise Novgorod State University

• Introduction of post-graduate courses for “Candidate of Science” and “Doctor of Science” degrees in Medicine, Engineering, Mathematics, and Law.
• Yaroslav, the Wise Novgorod State University staff, is well-trained and disciplined, and the degrees offered are internationally renowned.
• The University consists of 78 departments and 22 research units that, in total, employ a total of 575 doctors.
• Studying medicine at Yaroslav, the Wise Novgorod State University, is a fantastic choice for Indian students because most universities educate in English.
• Novgorod University is one of the major institutions in Siberia and Russia.

Advantages of MBBS at Yaroslav the Wise Novgorod State University

• Quality Education: Renowned for solid medical education.
• Global Recognition: Degree recognized internationally.
• Affordability: Low fees and living expenses.
• English Instruction: Programs taught in English.
• Clinical Knowledge: Hands-on training in affiliated hospitals.
• International Community: Interaction with diverse peers.

Courses Offered by Yaroslav the Wise Novgorod State University

Yaroslav the Wise Novgorod State University Courses provide high-quality medical programmes with highly trained professors and cutting-edge technology. The undergraduate medical programmes (MBBS) of the Novgorod University are well-known.

Yaroslav the Wise Novgorod State University Admission Procedure

To apply to Yaroslav the Wise Novgorod State University, you must pass the National Eligibility Entrance Exam (NEET).

Yaroslav the Wise Novgorod State University Eligibility Criteria

Russia has been one of the top preferred destinations for international students to pursue their Medical Degree Courses. If you want to study MBBS at Novgorod University, check the Yaroslav-the-Wise Novgorod State University eligibility below.

Documents Required at Yaroslav the Wise Novgorod State University

Please do not bring all these documents when you apply to Yaroslav, the Wise Novgorod State University.

• Passport (Minimum 18 months validity).
• 10th Certificate & Mark sheet.
• 12th Certificate & Mark sheet.
• Birth Certificate.
• 10 passport-size Photographs
• Official Invitation letter from the Medical University of Russia.
• Authorization of all documents from the Ministry of External Affairs, New Delhi.
• Legalization of all documents from the Russian Embassy.
• Bank receipt of 1st Year of Yaroslav the Wise Novgorod State University fees (required for some Universities).
• HIV test documents.

Yaroslav the Wise Novgorod State University Hostel & Accommodation

The hostel is an integral part of every university. The hostel experience is full of surprises and amusements.

• Yaroslav-the-Wise Novgorod State University administers four hostels to accommodate International students with native students.
• Life in the Yaroslav the Wise Novgorod State University Hostel, makes a student self-dependent. It makes a person smart, active and disciplined.
• A warden is in charge of the hostels. The wardens direct the students. They inspect the hostel’s rules and regulations.
• Each hostel has a reading hall where the students study. In addition, all Yaroslav the Wise Novgorod State University hostels have everything necessary.
• Develop his mind and body.
• Each hostel level has a kitchen where students may cook food for themselves.
• The markets and banks are nearby.
• The hostel rooms are well furnished with beds, cupboards and many more.

Yaroslav the Wise Novgorod State University Fee Structure 2024-25

The Yaroslav the Wise Novgorod State University fees structure & Yaroslav the Wise Novgorod State University MBBS fees are given in this section. Low fees for MBBS Colleges in Russia.

Yaroslav-the-Wise Novgorod State University Ranking 2024-25

According to UniRank, the Yaroslav-the-Wise Novgorod State University Ranking in Russia and world ranking:

Yaroslav the Wise Novgorod State University MBBS Syllabus

Please review the MBBS Syllabus of some of Russia’s top-ranked, NMC-approved medical colleges before applying to Yaroslav the Wise Novgorod State University. In Russia, the structure and pattern of MBBS are as follows.

Benefits of Study MBBS in Russia

• A contribution or capitation fee is not required for admission to a Russian university.
• Low education fees and low-cost living expenditures.
• There is no other entrance test for entry to the university.
• The medium of teaching is English and Russian language.
• Russian academies provide first-rate facilities and cutting-edge technology.
• Education is provided by trained and qualified staff.

Contact Details

Yaroslav-the-Wise Novgorod State University Russia Address:  Bol’shaya Sankt-Peterburgskaya Ulitsa, 41, 3411 Ofis, 4 Etazh, Veliky Novgorod, Novgorodskaya oblast’, Russia, 173003 Website:  https://portal.novsu.ru/

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Where is yaroslav-the-wise novgorod state university located.

Bol’shaya Sankt-Peterburgskaya Ulitsa, 41, 3411 Ofis, 4 Etazh, Veliky Novgorod, Novgorodskaya oblast’, Russia, 173003

What scholarships and grants are available to students?

Various scholarships and service grants are available to deserving students. The Study Now, Pay Later Plan is also available case-to-case basis.

Does Novgorod University accept transferees?

Yaroslav University accepts transferees on a case-to-case basis.

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Yaroslav the Wise Novgorod State University Russia 2024-25: Admission, Courses, Fees, Eligibility, Ranking etc.

Yaroslav the Wise Novgorod State University Russia is one of the best universities in Russia. It is also known informally as NovSU, and was founded in 1993 by merging the two oldest higher education institutions of Veliky Novgorod: the Pedagogical and Polytechnic Institutes. Later, Novgorod Agricultural Academy was included in the structure of the University. Yaroslav University is one of the best medical universities for MBBS in Russia.

Yaroslav the Wise Novgorod State University Russia comprises 7 scientific and educational institutions: Institute of Medical Education, Humanities Institute, Institute of Electronic Information Systems, Institute of Continuous Pedagogical Education, Institute of Digital Economics, Management and Service, Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources, and Polytechnic Institute. The university also includes 4 vocational colleges: Polytechnic, Humanities, Medical and Economic.

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College summary.

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Affiliation and Recognition

These are the renowned bodies who’ve given reputation to the Yaroslav the Wise Novgorod State University Russia.

• National Medical Commission of India (NMC).
• World Health Organization (WHO).
• The Ministry of Education, Science, Culture and Sport of the Republic of Russia

Yaroslav the Wise Novgorod State University Russia faculties differ from one department to another, encompassing various disciplines and specialities.

• General Medicine Faculty
• Pediatric Faculty
• Pharmacy Faculty
• Stomatology Faculty
• Preparatory Faculty
• Faculty of Post-Diploma Professional Education
• Faculty of Additional Professional Education

Courses Offered

Yaroslav the Wise Novgorod State University Russia Courses offer quality medical programs under highly qualified faculty and state-of-the-art infrastructure. The College is famous for its undergraduate medical programs (MBBS).

Admission Procedure

To get admission to Yaroslav the Wise Novgorod State University in Russia, Indian students must qualify for the National Eligibility Entrance Exam (NEET).

Eligibility Criteria

Russia is a top choice for international students to study medicine. If you want to pursue an MBBS at Yaroslav the Wise Novgorod State University in Russia, check the Yaroslav the Wise Novgorod State University Russia eligibility requirements below.

Graphical Representation of Eligibility Criteria

Documents Required

Before taking admission at Yaroslav the Wise Novgorod State University Russia, please carry all these related documents.

• Passport (Minimum 18 months validity).
• 10th Certificate & Mark sheet.
• 12th Certificate & Mark sheet.
• Birth Certificate.
• 10 passport-size Photographs
• Official Invitation letter from the Medical University of Russia.
• Authorization of all documents from the Ministry of External Affairs, New Delhi.
• Legalization of all documents from the Russian Embassy.
• Bank receipt of 1st Year of Novgorod University fees (required for some Universities).
• HIV test documents.

Fee Structure 2024-25

The Yaroslav the Wise Novgorod State University Russia Fee Structure for MBBS is mentioned in this section.

Ranking 2024-25

According to UniRank, the Yaroslav the Wise Novgorod State University Ranking in Russia and world ranking:

Advantages of MBBS in Russia

About Novgorod Oblast City

• Novgorod Oblast is a federal subject of Russia (an oblast).
• Its administrative centre is the city of Veliky Novgorod. Some of the oldest Russian cities, including Veliky Novgorod and Staraya Russa, are located in the oblast.
• The historical monuments of Veliky Novgorod and its surroundings have been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Contact Details

Yaroslav the Wise Novgorod State University Russia Address: Bol’shaya Sankt-Peterburgskaya Ulitsa, 41, 3411 Ofis, 4 Etazh, Veliky Novgorod, Novgorodskaya oblast’, Russia, 173003 Website: https://portal.novsu.ru/

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Where is yaroslav the wise novgorod state university russia located.

Bol’shaya Sankt-Peterburgskaya Ulitsa, 41, 3411 Ofis, 4 Etazh, Veliky Novgorod, Novgorodskaya oblast’, Russia, 173003

What scholarships and grants are available to students?

Various scholarships and service grants are available to deserving students. The Study Now, Pay Later Plan is also available case-to-case basis.

Does Novgorod University accept transferees?

Yaroslav University accepts transferees on a case-to-case basis.

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Earlier today, MIT Admissions  released demographic data about the undergraduate Class of 2028, the first class of students admitted after the Supreme Court’s decision in  Students for Fair Admissions (SFFA) v. Harvard that banned the consideration of race in undergraduate admissions. As Dean of Admissions and Student Financial Services Stu Schmill ’86  anticipated in a blog post last June, the court’s decision has resulted in a decline in the proportion of enrolling first-year students who are members of historically under-represented racial and ethnic groups.

MIT News spoke with Schmill about this change, why diversity matters for the MIT education, and what happens next; Schmill also wrote a  personal reflection on the MIT Admissions blog .

Q:  What is the impact of the Supreme Court’s decision on MIT’s Class of 2028?

A: Last June, the Supreme Court ruled that colleges and universities that receive federal funding may no longer consider race in undergraduate admissions decisions. As I explained in a blog post at the time , we expected that this would result in fewer students from historically underrepresented racial and ethnic groups enrolling at MIT. That’s what has happened.

As a baseline, in recent years  around 25% of our enrolling undergraduate students have identified as Black, Hispanic, and/or Native American and Pacific Islander. For the incoming Class of 2028, that number is about 16%. (For comparison, federal data show that 45% of K-12 students in American public schools are classified as members of these groups.)

While this is a substantial change in the demographic composition of the Class of 2028 compared with recent years, I want to be clear that it does not bring any aggregate change in the quantifiable characteristics we use to predict academic success at MIT, such as performance in high school or scores on standardized tests. By these measures, this cohort is no more or less prepared to excel in our curriculum than other recent classes that were more broadly diverse.

I emphasize this essential fact because many people have told me over the years that MIT ought to care only about academic excellence, not diversity. But every student we admit, from any background, is already   located at the far-right end of the distribution of academic excellence. In my time as dean, we have considered only applicants who meet our extremely high threshold of academic readiness . Recognizing the substantial educational benefits of diversity , we then worked to assemble from that highly qualified group a class that reflected both breadth and excellence in its collective interests, aptitudes, and experiences.

The evidence of our success in achieving both academic excellence and broad diversity is in our outcomes, both on and beyond our campus. In recent years, as MIT has grown more diverse, collective academic performance has improved, as have retention and graduation rates, which are now at all-time highs for students from all backgrounds. At the same time, according to data from the American Society for Engineering Education , over the last 10 years MIT has graduated more engineers from historically underrepresented racial and ethnic groups than any other private college or university (and almost all public universities) in the United States, while at the same time being widely regarded as the world’s leading STEM institution and an important engine of innovation . These simultaneous achievements by our community represent a synthesis of — not a tension between — diversity and excellence.

Q:  Why does diversity matter in an MIT education?

A: I am convinced, from empirical data and personal experience, that the MIT education is strongest when our student body is, above a high bar of academic excellence, broadly diverse.

Any MIT alum can tell you that they learned as much from their peers as their professors; certainly that was as true for me as a Course 2 [mechanical engineering major] in the 1980s as it is for my advisees today. When you bring together people with different ideas and experiences who share common interests, aptitudes, and match for MIT’s mission, they contribute their individual talents to collective excellence.

We also need this diversity in order to attract the very best students. As MIT has become more diverse, more of the most talented students in the country from all backgrounds have chosen to enroll at MIT — and they specifically tell us in surveys that attending a diverse institution is important to them and that they value this quality in their MIT experience.

It should not really be surprising that today’s students prefer a diverse campus community: They come from the most multiracial, multiethnic, multicultural generation of Americans that has ever existed. So another reason we care about diversity is that it makes us the strongest magnet of talent for the next generation of scientists, engineers, and knowledge-creators.

Q:  Why did MIT need to consider race in the past to achieve diverse classes?

A: As we argued in an amicus brief in the SFFA  case, the educational benefits of diversity are well established.  Empirical evidence demonstrates that what matters for creativity and innovation is having highly qualified people with a wide variety of experiences and backgrounds working together as a team to generate new solutions to hard problems.

Unfortunately, there remains persistent and profound racial inequality in American K-12 education, and it is most pronounced in STEM. This means that carrying the diversity of American public schools forward into higher ed is difficult from the word go.

Let’s start with these troubling facts: According to federal data , among public high schools where 75% or more of students are Black and/or Hispanic:

• nearly two-thirds do not offer calculus;
• more than half do not offer any form of computer science; and
• nearly half do not offer any form of physics.

Research shows that students who do not have the opportunity to build a strong foundation in math and science in high school are much less likely to succeed in graduating with a degree in STEM. Meanwhile, research from Stanford University’s Educational Opportunity Project shows that school segregation — which is strongly associated with achievement gaps — has steadily increased since the early 1990s . By some measures , school segregation now approaches levels not seen since Brown v. Board of Education  70 years ago.

In the everyday work of the MIT Admissions office, we see firsthand the startling extent of ongoing educational inequality in the U.S.: Whether we are out on the road or at home reading applications, we can see differences in opportunity from state to state, district to district, school to school, and even sometimes within schools.

We have tried to help close these gaps by directing prospective students toward free resources   to help them better prepare for college-level STEM work, whether at MIT or anywhere else. In my blog post today, I talk about MIT’s long history of broadening access to educational opportunity to students from all backgrounds. I believe MIT can, will, and must do even more to open the aperture of opportunity in the future.

Q:  What does all this mean?

A: Well, before the SFFA  decision we were able to use race as one factor among many to identify well-prepared students who emerged from the unequal K-12 educational environment. We could see that these students met our high academic standards of excellence, were well-matched to our education, and would thrive at MIT.

Following the SFFA  decision, we are unable to use race in the same way, and that change is reflected in the outcome for the Class of 2028. Indeed, we did not solicit race or ethnicity information from applicants this year, so we don’t have data on the applicant pool. But I have no doubt that we left out many well-qualified, well-matched applicants from historically under-represented backgrounds who in the past we would have admitted — and who would have excelled.

I want to emphasize that this change in the composition of our incoming class is not due to our  reinstated testing requirement . In fact, the class we admitted last year under the testing requirement had the highest proportion of students from historically underrepresented racial and ethnic backgrounds in MIT history, because universal testing helped us  identify objectively well-qualified students who lacked other avenues to demonstrate their preparation. As I  explained at the time , standardized tests are certainly imperfect, but they are, in important respects, less unequal than other things we can consider.

We will continue to use the tests to help identify students who could not otherwise demonstrate their preparation for our education; however, the SFFA decision limits our ability to select, from among the well-qualified pool of applicants, a class that purposefully draws from a broad range of backgrounds.

Q:  Where does MIT go from here?

A: Given the clear educational benefits , we still consider many kinds of diversity : prospective fields of study and areas of research, extracurricular activities and accomplishments, as well as economic, geographic, and educational background — just not race.

After the decision, we responded with expanded recruitment and financial aid initiatives designed to improve access to MIT for students from all backgrounds. These efforts include a new targeted outreach program to identify and encourage students in rural America to apply to MIT. They also include a new policy under which most families earning less than $75,000 a year pay nothing to attend — the kind of clear commitment that has been shown to lower barriers. It also allowed us to quintuple the number of students we match through QuestBridge , a national talent search program for high-achieving, low-income students of all backgrounds, and represents a continued commitment from MIT leadership to keeping our education affordable for everyone through the $165 million that we devote annually to undergraduate financial aid.

Clearly, we still need to do more to ensure MIT remains a destination for the best talent from all backgrounds. My team has been meeting with faculty, student, and administrative leadership to gather ideas on what we might do going forward. And in her community message today, President Kornbluth underscored her commitment to making an MIT education accessible to those “whose talent and potential have been masked or limited” by structural and social factors, as was the charge of the Task Force on Educational Opportunity chaired by former MIT president Paul Gray back in 1968. Through this ongoing work, we seek to find the best path forward for the Institute of today and for future generations.

To be clear, there is no quick and easy “hack” to solve for racial inequality. But MIT does not shrink from hard problems in science or in society, and we will do what we can, within the bounds of the law, to continue to deliver an exceptionally rigorous and inclusive educational experience that our current, former, and future students can be proud of.

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