Central University of Punjab PhD Admission 2026: Apply via Samarth

Central University of Punjab

University Name

Central University of Punjab

University Type

Central University

Established

2009

Motto

ज्ञान विज्ञान से ज्ञान (Knowledge through Science)

Location

Bathinda, Punjab, India

Approval

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

 

Central University of Punjab PhD Application Important Date

Notification Date

04 July 2026

Application Start

15 July 2026 (Projected)

Application Last Date

30 Aug-26

Online Entrance Exam

23 Sep-26

Entrance Exam Result

Late September 2026

Interview Date

17 Oct-26

Final List Selected Candidate

18 Nov-26

Last Date of Admission

November 30, 2026

 

Central University of Punjab PhD Entrance Exam Mode

Online

 

Central University of Punjab PhD Selection Procedure

Entrance Examination (Written Test)

Shortlisting based on entrance score

Interview / Viva-Voce

Research Proposal Presentation

Final Merit List based on combined performance

 

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

Application Form Printout

Passport Size Photographs

10th & 12th Mark Sheets

Graduation Mark Sheets & Certificates

Post Graduation Mark Sheets & Certificates

NET/JRF Certificate (if applicable)

Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS)

ID Proof (Aadhaar/PAN)

Migration Certificate

No Objection Certificate (for working candidates)

Research Proposal

Experience Certificate (if applicable)

 

Central University of Punjab PhD Subject List

Agribusiness

Food Science & Technology

Biochemistry

Botany

Chemistry

in Computational Physics

in Theoretical and Computational Chemistry

in Bioinformatics

Mathematics

Statistics

Microbiology

Physics

Zoology

Education

Physical Education

Computer Science Technology

Enviornmental Sciences & Technology

Geography

Geology

Political Science

in Politics and International Relations

Human Genetics

Molecular Medicine

Medicinal Chemistry

Pharmaceutical Sciences

Pharmacology

English

Hindi

Music

Theatre

Punjabi

Law

Economics

History

Ph.D Psychology

Sociology

Commerce

Library & Information Science

Mass Communication & Media Studies

 

Central University of Punjab PhD Fee Details

Entrance Exam Fee

₹ 1,000

Registration Fee

₹1,210

Security Deposit

₹2,950

Course Fee Semester (Full Time)

₹7750

Course Fee Semester (Part Time)

₹15000

Exam Fee

₹ 750

DRC Fee

₹ 1,000

Thesis Submission Fee

₹ 5,000

Extension Fee

₹2,500 (Per 6 months)

Viva Fee

Included in Thesis Fee

 

Central University of Punjab Bank Account Details

Name

Central University of Punjab

Account Number

37324545659

IFSC

SBIN0061106

Bank Name

State Bank of India (SBI)

Branch

Ghudda Branch (Central University Campus)

MICR Code

151002041

Swift Code

SBININBB454

 

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

Admission Dashboard

Research Cell

Hostel Management Portal

 

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