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The Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Political Science at Tilak Maharashtra Vidyapeeth (TMV), Pune is a research programme offered under the Faculty of Moral and Social Sciences. The programme is designed to develop advanced research capabilities in Political Science, covering areas such as Indian politics, comparative politics, international relations, public administration, political theory, and governance. As per the 2026-27 admission notification, Ph.D. Political Science at TMV is offered as a Part Time programme, with 2 vacant seats available for the 2026-27 academic year. The programme has a minimum duration of 2 years and a maximum of 5 years from the date of Permanent Registration Number (PRN) allotment. Admission is through a written entrance examination and interview, with exemptions available for UGC/CSIR NET/JRF qualified candidates. Full-time scholars are eligible for a University Fellowship of Rs. 30,000 per month in the first two years and Rs. 32,000 per month in the third and fourth years.

Admissions for the 2026-27 academic year at TMV are currently closed. The entrance examination for 2026-27 was held on August 10, 2026, with the online registration deadline of July 16, 2026. For the 2027-28 academic year, the registration link is expected to open around June 2027, with the entrance examination likely in August 2027. Students are advised to monitor the official TMV website (tmv.edu.in) and the Ph.D. section for the latest notification.

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Ph.D. Political Science at TMV is offered under the Faculty of Moral and Social Sciences, with 2 seats available for 2026-27.
The programme is listed as Part Time in the 2026-27 admission notification; prospective students should verify the current mode with the TMV Ph.D. section.
Candidates who have qualified UGC/CSIR NET/JRF or hold an M.Phil. degree (obtained through entrance examination) are exempted from the written entrance test and need to appear only for the interview.
Full-time scholars are eligible for a University Fellowship: Rs. 30,000/month (Years 1-2) and Rs. 32,000/month (Years 3-4).
The programme requires publication of at least one research paper in a standard refereed journal before thesis submission.
50% of total seats are reserved as per Government of Maharashtra reservation rules.

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TMV Ph.D. (Political Science) Fees

The Ph.D. (Political Science) programme at TMV involves fees at multiple stages: entrance examination, interview, course work, registration, and annual academic fees. The entrance examination fee is Rs. 5,000 (non-refundable) and the interview fee is Rs. 5,000 (non-refundable). Based on the available fee structure, the indicative total fees for the programme (Years 1-2) are approximately Rs. 71,000, with an additional Rs. 20,000 per year from Year 3 to Year 5. Students are advised to confirm the current fee structure with the TMV Ph.D. section, as fees are subject to revision.

Fee Structure

Fee Component	Amount (Rs.)
Written Entrance Examination Fee (Non-Refundable)	5,000
Interview Fee (Non-Refundable)	5,000
Course Work Fee	10,000
Eligibility Fee	1,000
Registration / Admission Fee	5,000
1st Year Academic Fee	15,000
2nd Year Academic Fee	15,000
Examination Fee	15,000
Total (Years 1-2, indicative)	71,000
Annual Academic Fee (Year 3 to Year 5, per year)	20,000

The entrance examination fee and interview fee are non-refundable and must be paid via RTGS/NEFT to the TMV Bank of Maharashtra account.
The above fee structure is indicative and based on available TMV documents; students must confirm the current fee structure with the TMV Ph.D. section (phdtmv@gmail.com).
Fee for foreign students is 3 times the total fees for Indian students.
University Fellowship is available for full-time scholars: Rs. 30,000/month (Years 1-2) and Rs. 32,000/month (Years 3-4).

TMV Ph.D. (Political Science) Admission 2026

Admissions to the Ph.D. (Political Science) programme at TMV are conducted through a written entrance examination followed by an interview. The entrance examination is held annually, typically in August. For 2026-27, the exam was held on August 10, 2026, with online registration closing on July 16, 2026.

TMV Ph.D. (Political Science) Admission Dates

Event	Tentative Date
Online Registration Opens	June 2026 (Tentative)
Online Registration Deadline	July 2026 (Tentative)
Written Entrance Examination	August 2026 (Tentative)
Result Declaration	Within 15 working days of exam
Interview	August/September 2026 (Tentative)
Provisional Admission (Fee Payment)	Within 15 days of result

Note: Based on the 2026-27 schedule, the entrance exam was held on August 10, 2026, from 11 AM to 2 PM at the TMV main campus, Gultekdi, Pune.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria:

Candidates must have passed a postgraduate degree examination from a recognised university with a minimum of 55% marks in aggregate (50% for reserved category and physically challenged candidates).
Foreign candidates (without an Indian Master's degree) require 50% or equivalent GPA.
Candidates with 15+ years of research experience and graduation with 55% marks may be considered in special cases.

Admission Process:

Fill the online application form available on the TMV website (link activated around June each year).
Pay the entrance examination fee of Rs. 5,000 (non-refundable) via RTGS/NEFT and email payment details to phdtmv@gmail.com.
Appear for the written entrance examination (100 marks: Research Methodology 40%, Subject Content 30%, Functional English 15%, Computer Knowledge 15%).
Shortlisted candidates appear for the interview (50 marks).
Successful candidates pay the provisional admission fee within 15 days of result declaration.
Complete the mandatory course work (one semester) and pass the course work examination with minimum 50%.
After course work, seek Ph.D. registration and receive Permanent Registration Number (PRN).

Exemption from Written Entrance Examination:

Candidates who have qualified GATE/SET/NET/JRF (CSIR/UGC/ICAR/ICMR/DBT) are exempted from the written test and need to appear only for the interview.
M.Phil. degree holders (admitted through entrance examination) are also exempted from the written test.

TMV Ph.D. (Political Science) Scholarships 2026

TMV offers a University Fellowship for full-time Ph.D. scholars. Additionally, UGC/CSIR NET JRF holders can avail fellowship as per applicable UGC norms. Government scholarship schemes are also available for eligible candidates.

Fellowship and Scholarship Details

Fellowship / Scholarship	Eligibility	Benefit
TMV University Fellowship	Full-time Ph.D. scholars	Rs. 30,000/month (Years 1-2); Rs. 32,000/month (Years 3-4)
UGC/CSIR JRF Fellowship	UGC/CSIR NET JRF qualified candidates	As per UGC/CSIR norms (currently Rs. 37,000/month for JRF)
Post-Matric Scholarship for SC Students (GoI)	SC category, family income below Rs. 2.5 lakh/year	Covers tuition and maintenance allowance
Post-Matric Scholarship for OBC Students (Maharashtra)	OBC category, family income below Rs. 1 lakh/year	Covers tuition fees

The TMV University Fellowship is available only for full-time scholars registered at TMV.
Applications for government scholarships are through the NSP portal (scholarships.gov.in) and Maha DBT portal (mahadbt.maharashtra.gov.in).

TMV Ph.D. (Political Science) FAQs

Ques. Is the Ph.D. (Political Science) at TMV a full-time or part-time programme?

Ans. As per the 2026-27 admission notification, Ph.D. Political Science at TMV is listed under the Part Time category. Working professionals can pursue the programme while continuing their employment. Full-time scholars are eligible for the University Fellowship. Students should confirm the current mode with the TMV Ph.D. section.

Ques. What is the structure of the TMV Ph.D. entrance examination for Political Science?

Ans. The written entrance examination is of 100 marks: Research Methodology (40%), Content of Political Science (30%), Functional English Language (15%), and Functional Knowledge of Computer (15%). The test is MCQ and descriptive in nature. The passing criterion is 50%. Shortlisted candidates appear for an interview worth 50 marks.

Ques. I have cleared UGC-NET (Political Science). Do I still need to appear for the entrance exam at TMV?

Ans. No. Candidates who have qualified in GATE/SET/NET/JRF examinations of apex bodies such as CSIR/UGC are exempted from the written entrance examination. Such candidates need to pay the interview fee of Rs. 5,000 (non-refundable) and appear directly for the interview.

Ques. What research areas are available for Ph.D. in Political Science at TMV Pune?

Ans. Research areas in Ph.D. Political Science at TMV typically include Indian politics and governance, comparative politics, international relations, public administration, political theory, federalism, electoral politics, and foreign policy. Candidates must submit a detailed research plan covering rationale, objectives, methodology, and chapter-wise plan with their application.

Ques. What is the minimum and maximum duration of the Ph.D. programme at TMV?

Ans. The minimum duration for thesis submission is 2 years from the PRN allotment date. The maximum duration is 5 years, with a possible extension of up to 2 additional years in exceptional cases, subject to RRC approval.

Ques. Is there a publication requirement before submitting the Ph.D. thesis at TMV?

Ans. Yes, all Ph.D. candidates at TMV must publish at least one research paper in a standard refereed research journal before submitting the thesis for adjudication. The candidate must produce evidence of acceptance or a copy of the published journal as proof. This requirement ensures that the research work meets academic standards before the final thesis submission.

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