Central University of Punjab (CUPB) PhD Admission 2026: Selection Lists & Dates

Central University of Punjab

University Name

Central University of Punjab

University Type

Central University

Established

2009

Motto

ज्ञानं परम् बलम्” (Gyanam Param Balam – Knowledge is Supreme Power)

Location

Bathinda, Punjab, India

Approval

UGC | NAAC | NIRF | AIU | PCI | BCI | NCTE | AICTE

 

Central University of Punjab PhD Application Important Date

Notification Date

December 16, 2025

Application Start

December 16, 2025

Application Last Date

January 06, 2026

Online Entrance Exam

January 2026 (Last Week)

Entrance Exam Result

January 30, 2026

Interview Date

February 02 – 06, 2026

Final List Selected Candidate

February 13, 2026 (2nd List)

Last Date of Admission

February 28, 2026

 

Central University of Punjab PhD Entrance Exam Mode

Online

 

Central University of Punjab PhD Selection Procedure

Online Application Submission

Entrance Examination (University-level or as per UGC norms)

Shortlisting based on entrance score / NET-JRF qualification

Interview and Research Proposal Presentation

Departmental Research Committee (DRC) Recommendation

Final Merit List Publication

Admission Confirmation

 

Central University of Punjab PhD Types

Full-Time

Part-Time

 

Central University of Punjab PhD Duration

Full-Time

3 years to 6 years

Part-Time

4 years to 7 years

 

Central University of Punjab PhD Eligibility According to Notification

PhD Full-Time Eligibility

55% marks in Master’s Degree

PhD Part-Time Eligibility

55% marks in Master’s Degree

 

Central University of Punjab Documents Required for PhD

10th & 12th Marksheet and Certificates

Graduation Marksheet & Degree Certificate

Post-Graduation Marksheet & Degree Certificate

NET/JRF/GATE Certificate (if applicable)

Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS, if applicable)

PwD Certificate (if applicable)

Migration Certificate

Character Certificate

Research Proposal / Statement of Purpose

Passport Size Photographs

Aadhaar Card or valid ID proof

Experience Certificate (for Part-Time candidates)

 

Central University of Punjab PhD Subject List

Chemistry

Bioinformatics

Theoretical and Computational Chemistry

Computational Physics

Mathematics

Statistics

Physics

Botany

Zoology

Biochemistry

Microbiology

Agribusiness

Food Science & Technology

Physical Education

Education

Computer Science & Technology

Environmental Sciences

Geology

Geography

Human Genetics

Molecular Medicine

Medicinal

Chemistry

Pharmaceutical Sciences

Pharmacology

Mass Communication & Media Studies

Library and Information Science

Politics and IR

English

Punjabi

Performing Arts-Theatre / Drama

Music

Comparative Literature

Ambedkar Culture and Leadership

Law

Commerce

Economics

Sociology

Psychology

Chemistry

Bioinformatics

Theoretical and Computational Chemistry

Computational Physics

Mathematics

Statistics

Physics

Botany

Zoology

Biochemistry

Microbiology

Agribusiness

Food Science & Technology

Physical Education

Education

Computer Science & Technology

Environmental Sciences

Geology

Geography

Human Genetics

Molecular Medicine

Medicinal

Chemistry

Pharmaceutical Sciences

Pharmacology

Mass Communication & Media Studies

Library and Information Science

Politics and IR

English

Punjabi

Performing Arts-Theatre / Drama

Music

Comparative Literature

Ambedkar Culture and Leadership

Law

Commerce

Economics

Sociology

Psychology

 

Central University of Punjab PhD Fee Details

Entrance Exam Fee

₹ 1,000

Registration Fee

₹ 1,000

Security Deposit

₹ 3,000

Course Fee Semester (Full Time)

₹19,250

Course Fee Semester (Part Time)

₹25,000

Exam Fee

₹ 1,000

DRC Fee

₹ 6,305

Thesis Submission Fee

₹ 5,000

Extension Fee

₹ 2,000

Viva Fee

₹ 3,000

 

Central University of Punjab Bank Account Details

Name

Central University of Punjab

Account Number

3468000101713077

IFSC

PUNB0782400

Bank Name

PNB

Branch

Jant-Pali branch

MICR Code

 

Swift Code

 

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Central University of Punjab Payment Mode

Registration Fee

NEFT/ RTGS/ IMPS/ Cash Deposit/ Bank Gateway

Course Fee

NEFT/ RTGS/ IMPS/ Cash Deposit/ Bank Gateway

Coursework Exam Fee

NEFT/ RTGS/ IMPS/ Cash Deposit/ Bank Gateway

DRC Fee

NEFT/ RTGS/ IMPS/ Cash Deposit/ Bank Gateway

Thesis Submission Fee

NEFT/ RTGS/ IMPS/ Cash Deposit/ Bank Gateway

Extension Fee

NEFT/ RTGS/ IMPS/ Cash Deposit/ Bank Gateway

 

Central University of Punjab PhD Entrance Exam Syllabus

Written Test will comprise of two types of questions.

50% questions on research aptitude

50% questions on respective subject

 

Central University of Punjab Important Link

PhD Admission Portal

Samarth Student Portal

PhD Prospectus

Online Fee Desk

 

Central University of Punjab PhD Complete Course Basic Details

PhD Entrance Exam Registration

Entrance Exam

Interview and Research Proposal

Registration and Admission Process

Course-work and Exam

DRC and Synopsis Submission

Supervise Allotment  

Conference and Research Paper Publication

Progress Report Submitted

Thesis Pre-Submission

Thesis Submission

Thesis Evaluation

Viva-Voce and Convocation


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