Upasana Tiwari Content Writer
Content Writer | Updated On - Feb 6, 2026
Dayananda Sagar University has opened the doctoral program admission for the academic year 2026. Interested candidates must pay the application fee of INR 2,500 to proceed with the admission process. Check all details below.
Dayananda Sagar University, Bengaluru, has opened applications for the full-time, part-time, and Direct Doctoral Degree Programs for the academic year 2026. Online applications are being accepted through the official website, dsu.edu.in, by February 9, 2026.
The PhD Programme at Dayananda Sagar University is offered in various departments, including Community Medicine, Pathology, English Literature, Journalism, Mass Communication, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Microbiology, Molecular Biology and Genetics, Commerce & Management, Computer Application, Engineering, Health Sciences, and Law.
Dayananda Sagar University PhD Admission Dates 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Last date for submission of filled Application Form | Feb 9, 2026 |
| Ph.D. Entrance Test (Online Mode) | Feb 14, 2026 |
| Interview (as scheduled by respective Schools/Departments) | Between Feb 16, 2026 and Feb 21, 2026 |
| Announcement of selected candidates | Feb 27, 2026 |
| Last date for Ph.D. Admission | Mar 15, 2026 |
| Commencement of Coursework | Apr 15, 2026 |
| First RAC Meeting | May–June 2026 |
Dayananda Sagar University Eligibility Criteria
Applicants are required to hold a UG or PG in regular, full-time mode, a postgraduate degree in Engineering, Sciences, Commerce, Management, Health Sciences, or possess an equivalent qualification recognized by the relevant statutory authority, with at least 55% aggregate marks. (A 5% relaxation in marks is applicable for SC, ST, OBC (NCL), PwD candidates).
Dayananda Sagar University Selection Criteria
Admission to the Doctoral programme will be based on an entrance test, conducted by the institute, followed by an interview. Candidates who have qualified for UGC-JRF, UGC-NET, UGC-CSIR JRF, UGC-CSIR NET, SLET, or GATE can request exemption from the entrance exam.
In an interview, the candidate will be evaluated based on knowledge, understanding of relevant literature, and awareness of current research trends in the chosen domain. Final selection is based on the rank list prepared from the combined performance in both the Entrance Test and the Interview. (70% weightage for the entrance test and 30% for the performance in the interview).
Dayananda Sagar University PhD Fees 2026
Below are the yearly fees for Indian students for the doctoral program at Dayananda Sagar University:
| Year | Yearly Fee |
|---|---|
| Year 1 | INR 72,000 |
| Year 2 & onwards | INR 62,000 |
Dayananda Sagar University PhD Exam Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Mode of Entrance Test | Online Computer-Based Exam |
| Exam Components / Syllabus | Two parts — Part A: Research Methodology (Common) & Part B: Subject-Specific (Engineering, Sciences, Management, Law, etc.) |
| Question Paper Pattern | Part A: 50 marks (MCQs); Part B: 50 marks (MCQs + short answers) |
| Duration | Part A – 60 minutes; Part B – 90 minutes |
| Apply Here: Dayananda Sagar University PhD Admission 2026 |
Candidates are advised to check the official website of the Dayananda Sagar University and collegedunia.com for the latest updates.
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