Shreemati Nathibai Damodar Thackersey Women’s University, Mumbai announces Entrance Test (PET) for Admission to PhD Program 2023, Apply now
SNDT Women’s University PhD Admission 2023 – Shreemati Nathibai Damodar Thackersey Women’s University, Mumbai (Maharashtra) invites application for PhD admission for the academic year 2023-24 through PhD Entrance Test (PET).
SNDT Women’s University PhD Admission 2023
PhD Program offered
- PhD Analytical Chemistry,
- PhD Computer Science,
- PhD Electronics and Communication Engineering,
- PhD Extension and Communication,
- PhD Resource Management / PhD Ergonomics and Interior Design,
- PhD Food Science and Nutrition,
- PhD Human Development,
- PhD Pharmacy,
- PhD Textile Science and Apparel Design,
- PhD Commerce,
- PhD Education Management,
- PhD Marketing Management,
- PhD Finance,
- PhD English,
- PhD Hindi,
- PhD Gujarati,
- PhD Marathi,
- PhD Economics,
- PhD History,
- PhD Geography,
- PhD Political Science,
- PhD Psychology,
- PhD Sociology,
- PhD Non-Formal Education & Development,
- PhD Visual Arts,
- PhD Education,
- PhD Educational Technology,
- PhD Music,
- PhD Special Education,
- PhD Women’s Studies,
- PhD Library and Information Science,
Important Dates
- Date of online Ph.D. Entrance Examination: 06 June 2023
- Commencement of filling online applications: 05 May 2023
- Last date of filling online applications: 22 May 2023
- Publication of result on the University website: 08 June 2023
Eligibility Criteria
- Women Candidates who have completed: A 1-year/2-semester master’s degree programme after a 4-year/8-semester bachelor’s degree programme or a 2-year/4-semester master’s degree programme after a 3-year bachelor’s degree programme or qualifications declared equivalent to the master’s degree by the corresponding statutory regulatory body, with at least 55% marks in aggregate or its equivalent grade in a point scale wherever grading system is followed or equivalent qualification from a foreign educational institution accredited by an assessment and accreditation agency which is approved, recognized or authorized by an authority, established or incorporated under a law in its home country or any other statutory authority in that country to assess, accredit or assure quality and standards of the educational institution.
- A relaxation of 5% marks or its equivalent grade may be allowed for those belonging to SC/ST/OBC (non-creamy layer)/Differently-Abled, Economically Weaker Section (EWS) and other categories of candidates as per the decision of the Commission from time to time. Provided that a candidate seeking admission after a 4-year/8-semester bachelor’s degree programme should have a minimum of 75% marks in aggregate or its equivalent grade on a point scale wherever the grading system is followed. A relaxation of 5% marks or its equivalent grade may be allowed for those belonging to SC/ST/OBC (non-creamy layer)/Differently-Abled, Economically Weaker Section (EWS) and other categories of candidates as per the decision of the Commission from time to time.
- Candidates who have completed the M.Phil. programme with at least 55% marks in aggregate or its equivalent grade in a point scale wherever grading system is followed or equivalent qualification from a foreign educational institution accredited by an assessment and accreditation agency which is approved, recognized or authorized by an authority, established or incorporated under a law in its home country or any other statutory authority in that country to assess, accredit or assure quality and standards of educational institutions, shall be eligible for admission to the Ph.D. programme. A relaxation of 5% marks or its equivalent grade may be allowed for those belonging to SC/ST/OBC (non-creamy layer)/Differently-Abled, Economically Weaker Section (EWS) and other categories of candidates as per the decision of the Commission from time to time.
- For course wise eligibility details refer to the University Website.
Application Process
- Candidates can apply online through the official website of the university.
- Check eligibility criteria available on the university website before filling the application form.
- The scanned copies of the following documents should be uploaded with the application form.
- The mark-sheet of Post Graduate Examination or that of the corresponding equivalent degree.
- Passing Certificate / Degree Certificate of Post Graduate examination or that of the corresponding equivalent degree.
- In case of name change Marriage Certificate / Affidavit / copy of gazette.
- Caste Certificate (except for Open Category) and Caste Validity Certificate wherever applicable
- Medical certificate given by a competent authority in case of specially abled candidates
- Certificate of any other qualifying examination (as mentioned under eligibility criteria)
- Income certificate (where applicable)
Application Fee
- For Appearing in PET Entrance Examination for General Category: Rs. 500/-
- For Appearing in PET Entrance Examination for Reservation Category: Rs. 350/-
- Exempted from Appearing in Entrance Examination for General Category: Rs. 500/-
- Exempted from Appearing in Entrance Examination for Reservation Category: Rs. 350/-
Selection Process
- Selection will be based on Ph.D. Entrance Test (PET)
- Ph.D. Entrance Test will consist of Written Test and Interview.
- The written test will be online/ offline tentatively in the month of May and November every year. The dates of the tests will be announced on the University website.
- The written test will consist of two sections: (i) Research Methodology (50 marks) and (ii) Subject domain (50 marks). Passing marks in each section independently is 50 percent. A relaxation of 5% of total marks from 50% to 45% will be allowed, where ever required, (not exceeding 5 percent in total marks) for those belonging to SC/ST/VJ-NT/SBC/OBC (non-creamy layer) and differently-abled candidates.
- The result of the written test will be displayed on the University website. Those who clear the written test with minimum of 50% marks will be eligible for interview
Exemption from appearing for written test
- Candidates who have cleared NET/SET(Maharashtra) /GATE/JRF/GPAT examination of apex bodies such as CSIR/ICMR/ICAR/UGC/DBT/AICTE are exempted from appearing for the written test but will be required to appear for personal interview at the respective departments.
- Those candidates who have completed M.Phil. Degree in a relevant/allied discipline(s) from a UGC recognised University/ Institute are exempted from appearing for the written test but will be required to appear for personal interview at the respective departments.
PhD Entrance Test Details
Written Test
| Exam Schedule | Time | Marks | Standard of Passing |
| Research Methodology | 11:00 a.m. – 01:00 p.m. | 50 | General Category : 50% marks |
| Subject Specific | 02:00 p.m. – 04:00 p.m. | 50 | General Category : 50% marks |
Format for each of the sections of the written test:
- Objective type questions (20) : 20 Marks
- Short answer questions (3) : 15 Marks
- Long answer questions (1) : 15 Marks
Interview
- Interview is mandatory. All eligible candidates who are qualified through the written test or are exempted from it will be required to appear and clear the interview at 50% passing criteria. The dates for the same will be declared on the website. Students are expected to make a presentation in their area of interest before an Interview Committee.
For more details and to apply, please visit the official website
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