Ph.D. (Political Science) Full Time program at GGU is a 3-year full-time on-campus doctoral program with Rs. 8,500 per semester tuition, VRET entrance exam, 7 VRET + 1 VRET-Exempted seats for 2026-27. Current status: 2026-27 closed, merit list released 6 Feb 2026, admission deadline 13 Feb 2026, reporting 10 Feb 2026, classes started 18 Feb 2026.
Key points include research-focused curriculum, expert faculty, modern political science infrastructure, interdisciplinary approach, publication opportunities, and career development.
GGU Ph.D. Political Science Fees
Fees Table
| Fee Component | Amount |
|---|
| Tuition | Rs. 8,500 |
| Total | ₹14,200 |
GGU Ph.D. Political Science Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| App start | 17 Nov 2025 |
| Deadline | 12 Dec 2025 |
| Admit card | 20 Dec 2025 |
| VRET | 4 Jan 2026 |
| Result | 16 Jan 2026 |
| Interviews | 29 Jan-6 Feb 2026 |
| Merit list | 6 Feb 2026 |
| Reporting | 10 Feb 2026 |
| Classes | 18 Feb 2026 |
VRET and UGC-NET Exam Dates
| Exam | Dates |
|---|
| VRET | 4 Jan 2026 |
| UGC-NET | Table 2 with VRET and UGC-NET exam dates. |
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- M.A. Political Science with 55% marks, VRET qualification or UGC-NET.
Admission Process
- Online application, VRET exam, merit list, interview, final selection.
GGU Ph.D. Political Science Scholarships 2026
Scholarships
| Scholarship | Amount |
|---|
| Non-NET Fellowship | Rs. 8000/month |
| UGC-NET JRF | Rs. 37000-42000/month |
| AICTE Doctoral Fellowship | |
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