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University of Hyderabad Ph.D Urdu: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility
Hyderabad, TelanganaCentral UniversityEstd 1974NAAC Grade A+ 3.3
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05 Jun, 2026 University of Hyderabad has announced Ph.D Urdu Fee structure 2026. The total academic fee is ₹ 64,980 .
Total fees
INR 31,740
3 years, no hostel
Fellowship
INR 0.96 LPA
Non-NET support per year
Cutoff
55%
MA Urdu marks needed
Seats
7
July intake through UoH exam
In This Page▾
01About this courseThe full write-up, from fees to fellowships
02Should you pick it?Who it suits, who should skip it, and a counsellor's advice
03EligibilityThe marks and exam you need before you apply
04Admission ProcessEvery step from the exam to reporting
05Admission DatesThe admission calendar, step by step
06FeesThe full course cost with and without hostel
07Will your score get you in?Score ranges by category
08ScholarshipsWhat you can claim and what you missed
09How does it compare?The same course at colleges in its league, side by side
10FAQsShort answers to what students ask before they apply
About University of Hyderabad Ph.D. Urdu
University of Hyderabad offers a full-time Ph.D. Urdu with 7 seats through the UoH entrance exam and interview. The course is taught on the Gachibowli campus over three years, with research work after coursework. The university holds NAAC A and Institution of Eminence status, and NIRF placed it #17 among universities in 2025. The full fee without hostel is INR 31,740, paid semester by semester, and INR 43,290 with hostel charges. You need MA Urdu with 55% marks. UGC Non-NET support is INR 0.96 LPA, and UGC JRF starts at INR 4.44 LPA.
UOH Ph.D. Urdu Fees
The full course costs INR 31,740 without hostel and INR 43,290 with hostel. The tuition fee is INR 22,860 of that. You pay the tuition fee per semester, six times in all. The other academic fee is added across the course. The deposit comes back when you leave. Hostel charges add INR 11,550 over three years.
| Fee head | Amount | How it is charged |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition fee | INR 22,860 | INR 3,810 a semester, 6 semesters |
| Other academic fee | INR 8,880 | One time |
| Caution deposit | INR 2,160 | One time, refundable |
| Hostel charges | INR 11,550 | INR 3,850 a year, 3 years |
| Total, no hostel | INR 31,740 | Full course |
| Total with hostel | INR 43,290 | Full course |
UOH Ph.D. Urdu Admission Dates
May 2027 is the expected application month. Aug 2027 is the expected classes start month. The dates below are estimates based on 2026. Keep the allotment letter and the fee receipt ready for reporting.
| Event | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| UoH Ph.D. application, last date to apply | May 2027 | Tentative |
| UoH entrance exam | Jun 2027 | Tentative |
| Entrance result and interview list | Jun 2027 | Tentative |
| Interview and research plan check | Jul 2027 | Tentative |
| Selected list and counselling | Jul 2027 | Tentative |
| Admission fee payment | Jul 2027 | Tentative |
| Document check | Aug 2027 | Tentative |
| Classes start | Aug 2027 | Tentative |
UOH Ph.D. Urdu Eligibility
You need MA Urdu with 55% marks. Reserved category students get the 5% relaxation allowed by UGC rules. You also need the UoH Entrance Exam route, unless JRF sends you straight to interview.
| Requirement | What you need |
|---|---|
| Degree needed | MA Urdu |
| Marks needed | 55% for General, 50% after relaxation |
| Exam route | UoH Entrance Exam or JRF interview route |
| Age | No upper age limit |
UOH Ph.D. Urdu Admission Process
UOH shortlists you after the written test. You then face the interview and research plan check. If selected, you pay the admission fee and finish the document check.
| Step | What you do |
|---|---|
| 1. Fill the form | Upload marksheets, category papers and a research plan |
| 2. Write the exam | Write the UoH entrance paper at the allotted centre |
| 3. Attend interview | Discuss your research plan with the department |
| 4. Pay and report | Bring original papers and finish admission on the portal |
UOH Ph.D. Urdu Cutoff
The General mark rule is 55% and the relaxed mark rule is 50% in 2026. These are the marks needed before the written test. The final seat depends on the written test, research plan and interview.
| Category | Marks or score | Round and year |
|---|---|---|
| General | 55% | UoH rule, 2025 |
| OBC-NCL | 50% | UoH rule, 2025 |
| SC | 50% | UoH rule, 2025 |
| ST | 50% | UoH rule, 2025 |
| EWS | 50% | UoH rule, 2025 |
UOH Ph.D. Urdu Placements
The Non-NET support is INR 0.96 LPA, while UGC JRF starts at INR 4.44 LPA. The department is research-led, so students usually aim at teaching, translation, archives and higher research. Campus job data for this course is not published.
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Non-NET support | INR 0.96 LPA |
| Same support | INR 0.96 LPA |
| UGC JRF | INR 4.44 LPA |
| Campus placement data | Not published |
| Research paths | Teaching, translation, archives and research |
UOH Ph.D. Urdu Scholarships
Four schemes cut the fee by INR 8,000 to INR 12,000 over the course. The EWS tuition help gives the most in this estimate. The state and central ones need an income paper; the EWS waiver needs the certificate.
| Scholarship | Who can get it | Amount or waiver |
|---|---|---|
| State post-matric scholarship | SC or ST, family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs a year | INR 10,000 over the course |
| Central Sector Scheme | Any category, family income up to INR 8 Lakhs a year, top 20 percentile in Class 12 | INR 8,000 over the course |
| EWS tuition waiver | EWS certificate, family income up to INR 8 Lakhs a year | INR 12,000 over the course |
| OBC post-matric scholarship | OBC-NCL, family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs a year | INR 9,000 over the course |
UOH Ph.D. Urdu Ranking
The university stands #17 in NIRF University ranking, with NAAC A. NIRF ranks universities on teaching, research, graduation outcomes and other filed data.
| Ranking body | Year | Rank or grade |
|---|---|---|
| NIRF University ranking | 2026 | #17 |
| NIRF Overall | 2025 | #17 |
| NAAC | 2024 | A |
UOH Ph.D. Urdu Course Structure
Year 1 starts with research coursework and the approved Urdu research topic. Later years focus on field work, reading, writing and thesis meetings. The Department of Urdu also points students to comparative literature topics.
| Year | What you study |
|---|---|
| Year 1 | Research methods, Urdu texts and topic framing |
| Year 2 | Reading list, field notes and early chapters |
| Year 3 | Thesis chapters and supervisor meetings |
| Final phase | Final draft, pre-submission and viva work |
UOH Ph.D. Urdu Hostel and Campus
The hostel is on campus, but local students within 50 km are not considered for hostel rooms. The Chief Warden page lists room rent and hostel fund at admission.
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| First-year room | Allotted by Chief Warden rules after admission |
| Single room | Not promised at admission |
| Mess | Paid through the hostel mess system |
| Campus | Gachibowli campus in Hyderabad |
Should you pick Ph.D. Urdu at University of Hyderabad?
This course suits students who want Urdu research and can study on campus for three years.
Pick it if:
You already have MA Urdu: 55% is enough for General, and 50% works after relaxation.
You want Urdu research, not a quick job: this course points to teaching, translation, archives and research.
Your research plan is ready: the department asks for a short plan with the form.
You need support while studying: UGC Non-NET support is INR 0.96 LPA for active PhD scholars.
Skip it if:
You need a campus salary number: this course has no published placement rate, so judge it by research fit.
You live close to campus: hostel rules do not consider students within 50 km for rooms.
You want company roles after study: the stronger path here is university teaching or research, not campus hiring.
You missed the interview date: UoH does not send separate messages, so check the admission page yourself.
Counsellor's advice
If you want Urdu research and can pay the fee, keep this choice high. If you need a job path, ask the department about recent scholars.
Ph.D. Urdu Eligibility▾
Degree needed: MA Urdu or an equal degree from a recognised university.
Marks needed: 55% for General. 50% works after the allowed relaxation.
Exam route needed: UoH Entrance Exam and interview decide the seat.
JRF route: JRF category-I candidates can go straight to interview.
Research plan: Upload the proposed Urdu research topic with the form.
Ph.D. Urdu Admission Process▾
Fill the form: Apply on the UoH admission portal and pay the application fee.
Write the exam: Sit for the Urdu entrance paper on the allotted date.
Attend interview: Discuss your research plan with the department panel.
Check the list: The selected and waitlisted lists come on the admission page.
Pay and report: Pay the admission fee and bring originals for document check.
Ph.D. Urdu Admission Dates 2027
▾
The 2027 calendar is not out yet. These dates are estimates based on 2026. A date marked Confirmed is official.
Tentative
May 2027
UoH Ph.D. application
Expected to stay open till late May; the last date to apply follows the notice.
Tentative
Jun 2027
UoH entrance exam
Expected in the same month as this year.
Tentative
Jun 2027
Entrance result and interview list
Expected before the interview call list.
Tentative
Jul 2027
Interview and research plan check
Expected to stay open for about a week.
Tentative
Jul 2027
Selected list and counselling
The selected and waitlisted lists are expected in July.
Tentative
Jul 2027
Admission fee payment
Expected five days after each round.
Tentative
Aug 2027
Document check
Expected soon after the last round.
Tentative
Aug 2027
Classes start
Expected in the first week after reporting.
Source: UoH Ph.D. admission notice. Confirm on the official site before you act.
University of Hyderabad Ph.D. Urdu Fees 2027
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This is the full 3-year cost, not one year. Turn on the toggle to add hostel and mess.
Tuition fee
Per semester × 6, INR 3,810 a semester
INR 22,860
Other academic fee
One time, in year 1
INR 8,880
Caution deposit Refundable
One time, returned when you leave
INR 2,160
Add hostel + mess
Hostel charges
Per year × 3, INR 3,850 a year
INR 11,550
Education loan EMI
INR 535
7 yr · 10.5% per year
ROI
302%
average first-year pay INR 0.96 LPA vs the full fee
Education loan EMI
INR 730
7 yr · 10.5% per year
ROI
222%
average first-year pay INR 0.96 LPA vs the full fee
Source: institute fee notice 2026. Confirm on the official site before you act.
Will your score get you a Ph.D. Urdu seat at University of Hyderabad?
Pick your category and route. The cutoff ranges show the marks you should aim for.
Category
Route
General · Entrance Exam
55 or better: yes, you have a strong chance. Keep this course high on your list.
56 to 75: almost there. The interview and research plan can decide the seat.
Below 75: not this year. Improve the exam score or use the JRF route.
General · JRF Route
60 or better: yes, you have a strong chance. Keep this course high on your list.
61 to 100: almost there. The interview and research plan can decide the seat.
Below 100: not this year. Improve the exam score or use the JRF route.
OBC-NCL · Entrance Exam
50 or better: yes, you have a strong chance. Keep this course high on your list.
51 to 70: almost there. The interview and research plan can decide the seat.
Below 70: not this year. Improve the exam score or use the JRF route.
OBC-NCL · JRF Route
60 or better: yes, you have a strong chance. Keep this course high on your list.
61 to 100: almost there. The interview and research plan can decide the seat.
Below 100: not this year. Improve the exam score or use the JRF route.
SC · Entrance Exam
50 or better: yes, you have a strong chance. Keep this course high on your list.
51 to 68: almost there. The interview and research plan can decide the seat.
Below 68: not this year. Improve the exam score or use the JRF route.
SC · JRF Route
60 or better: yes, you have a strong chance. Keep this course high on your list.
61 to 100: almost there. The interview and research plan can decide the seat.
Below 100: not this year. Improve the exam score or use the JRF route.
ST · Entrance Exam
50 or better: yes, you have a strong chance. Keep this course high on your list.
51 to 65: almost there. The interview and research plan can decide the seat.
Below 65: not this year. Improve the exam score or use the JRF route.
ST · JRF Route
60 or better: yes, you have a strong chance. Keep this course high on your list.
61 to 100: almost there. The interview and research plan can decide the seat.
Below 100: not this year. Improve the exam score or use the JRF route.
EWS · Entrance Exam
50 or better: yes, you have a strong chance. Keep this course high on your list.
51 to 70: almost there. The interview and research plan can decide the seat.
Below 70: not this year. Improve the exam score or use the JRF route.
EWS · JRF Route
60 or better: yes, you have a strong chance. Keep this course high on your list.
61 to 100: almost there. The interview and research plan can decide the seat.
Below 100: not this year. Improve the exam score or use the JRF route.
EDITOR'S NOTE
The written test does not decide everything. Keep your research plan ready, because the interview can change the final list.
University of Hyderabad Ph.D. Urdu Scholarship Calculator
Answer two questions to see what you can claim. Confirm the final amount with the college.
Category
Annual family income
Scholarships you missedYou do not qualify on your answers. Tap to see why.▾
Each chip below says which answer blocked the scheme.
State post-matric scholarship
INR 10,000
State social welfare department
Paid every year for the full course if you keep passing.
Who qualifies: SC or ST, family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs a yearApply by Oct 2026
Not eligible on your answersCentral Sector Scheme
INR 8,000
Ministry of Education, through NSP
Paid every year for the full course if you keep passing.
Who qualifies: any category, family income up to INR 8 Lakhs a year, top 20 percentile in Class 12Apply by Oct 2026
Not eligible on your answersEWS tuition waiver
INR 12,000
University of Hyderabad
Paid every year for the full course if you keep passing.
Who qualifies: EWS certificate, family income up to INR 8 Lakhs a yearApply by Sep 2026
Not eligible on your answersOBC post-matric scholarship
INR 9,000
State backward classes welfare department
Paid every year for the full course if you keep passing.
Who qualifies: OBC-NCL, family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs a yearApply by Nov 2026
Not eligible on your answersNo scheme matches these answers. Ask the college about paying in parts and about education loans.
University of Hyderabad Ph.D. Urdu vs similar colleges
Tap a college to see it next to University of Hyderabad. The cream box marks the better number in each row: lower fees, higher pay, an easier cutoff.
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Jamia Millia Islamia
New Delhi
Total fees3 years, no hostel
INR 31,740
tuition + admission
INR 35,000
INR 3,260 more
INR 28,000
INR 3,740 less
INR 45,000
INR 13,260 more
INR 40,000
INR 8,260 more
Non-NET supportlatest batch
INR 0.96 LPA
Class of 2025
INR 0.96 LPA
Same pay, latest batch
INR 0.96 LPA
Same pay, latest batch
INR 0.96 LPA
Same pay, latest batch
INR 0.96 LPA
Same pay, latest batch
Eligibility markGeneral category
55%
UoH rule, 2025
55%
Same
55%
Same
55%
Same
55%
Same
Entrance scoreGeneral safe score
55%
UoH rule, 2025
55%
Same
55%
Same
55%
Same
55%
Same
Seatsthis course
7
July intake
5
2 fewer
6
1 fewer
4
3 fewer
5
2 fewer
ROIaverage pay vs the full fee
302%
on INR 0.96 LPA
274%
28 points lower
343%
41 points higher
213%
89 points lower
240%
62 points lower
In short
EFLU is closer for language study, but UOH has more Urdu seats in this page. If your topic needs the UOH Urdu faculty, keep UOH higher.
In short
MANUU costs less in this table and is also Urdu focused. If UOH gives the supervisor you need, choose UOH for that fit.
In short
Osmania has a city network, while UOH has a central university research campus. If campus research matters more, keep UOH first.
In short
Jamia may suit you if Delhi archives matter to your topic. If your guide match is at UOH, choose UOH and plan visits.
Fees and pay can change. Check each college site before you decide.
FAQs on University of Hyderabad Ph.D. Urdu
Straight answers to what students ask before they decide.
Is Ph.D. Urdu at University of Hyderabad worth the fee?▾
Yes, if your goal is Urdu research or teaching. The full fee without hostel is INR 31,740, and the course has 7 seats, so the cost is low for a central university PhD. Check your guide match before you join, because the topic matters more than the fee.
Should I take this seat if my entrance score is near the cutoff?▾
It depends on your interview. The General mark rule is 55%, but the final seat also depends on the written test, research plan and interview. Keep UOH in your list if your topic fits the department, and prepare the research plan before the interview.
What job path does this Ph.D. Urdu course lead to?▾
This is mainly a research and teaching path, not a campus job course. The page shows UGC Non-NET support of INR 0.96 LPA and UGC JRF at INR 4.44 LPA, not a salary figure. Ask the department about recent scholars if you need a job path before joining.
Who should skip this course at UOH?▾
Skip it if you need a published campus salary or a sure hostel room near home. Campus placement data for this course is not published, and hostel rules do not consider students within 50 km. Choose it only if your Urdu research topic is clear.
Is this course good for higher studies and research?▾
Yes, this is exactly the point of the course. The Department of Urdu asks for a proposed research topic, and the course moves from coursework to thesis writing. If you want higher studies, pick it when your topic matches a supervisor and the department's research areas.
Should I wait for the next July intake?▾
Wait only if your research plan is weak this year. The next expected application month is May 2027 and classes are expected in Aug 2027, so waiting costs a full cycle. If your MA Urdu marks and topic are ready, apply in the next open window.
Is the hostel a safe plan for this course?▾
Not for every student. UOH hostel rules do not consider students within 50 km for rooms, and hostel charges in this page add INR 11,550 over three years. If you live in Hyderabad, plan a daily commute before you pay the first fee.
Is JRF better than the UoH entrance route?▾
Take the JRF route when you already hold the award. It sends you straight to interview, and the JRF amount starts at INR 4.44 LPA. If you do not hold it, use the UoH entrance exam and interview.
How do I get admission to this course?▾
Fill the UoH admission form, upload your papers and write the Urdu entrance exam unless the JRF route applies to you. The department then checks your research plan and interview. If selected, pay the fee and finish document check on the dates in the admission block.
What is the full fee for the course?▾
The full 3-year fee is INR 31,740 without hostel. With hostel charges it comes to INR 43,290. The fee block above shows the semester tuition fee of INR 3,810 and the hostel toggle, so use that before you decide how to pay.
Can I pay the fee in parts?▾
Yes. The tuition fee is charged semester by semester, so you do not pay the full amount at once. The fee block shows INR 3,810 a semester for tuition. Keep extra money ready for the one-time academic fee and refundable deposit.
Can scholarships fully cover the course fee?▾
Only some fee help is shown in this calculator. The estimated waivers range from INR 8,000 to INR 12,000, while the full fee without hostel is INR 31,740. If you have JRF or another fellowship, confirm the amount with the fellowship office separately.
This page is AI assisted and human verified.
University of Hyderabad: 1 Answered Question
Does the Central University of Hyderabad offer UG courses or any integrated courses?
Anushua MitraM.A (Political science) from University of Hyderabad (2020)
Yes, Hyderabad Central University offers various integrated courses in science, social science, and humanities.
- In Humanities there is a five-year integrated program, i.e. language science, there are also Hindi and Tamil.
- In social sciences, the integrated programs include Anthropology, History, Economics, Political Science, and Sociology.
- In Science, the university offers Integrated M.Tech in Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, System Biology, Earth Science. They also offer professional courses, i.e. IMSC Optometry, IMSC Health Psychology.
These are the courses Hyderabad Central University offer in undergraduate.
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