SPPU Admit cards for PhD Entrance Test (PET) which will be held on Aug 24, 2024 have been issued. Candidates appearing for the test can download their admit cards from the official website of the university. Pune University PhD Admission 2024 will begin soon. Admission to the PhD program will be based on the marks secured in the PhD entrance examination conducted by the university. Application forms for admission will be released online on the official website.

Pune University Ph.D Eligibility Criteria

  • Aggregate of 55% marks in the Master’s/professional degree (5% relaxation for reserved/PwD).
  • M Phil students of SPPU whose M Phil dissertation has been evaluated and the viva voce is pending can be admitted to the Ph.D. program.
  • M Phil degree with an aggregate of 55% marks (5% relaxation for reserved/PwD).
  • Candidate possessing a degree considered equivalent to M Phil degree of an Indian institution, from a foreign educational institution. Read about SPPU Courses & Fee

Pune University Ph.D Selection Process

The admission process is purely merit-based via PET examination score conducted by the SPPU. 

The process is ahead-

  1. Entrance exam- a qualifying, MCQ based exam of total 100 marks.
  2. Personal interview- interview of candidates qualified in entrance test/ exempted from entrance examination, is conducted as per the procedure prescribed in due courses.

The candidate fulfilling at least one of the following conditions will be exempted from the entrance examination-

  • A candidate qualified in UGC-NET or teacher fellowship holder.
  • M Phil pass out from SPPU.

Pune University Ph.D: How to apply?

  1. Visit the official university website portal (http://bcud.unipune.ac.in/phd_entrance/applicant/login.aspx)
  2. Click on the link of the application form.
  3. Fee payment via online mode or net banking. The candidate is selected for admission on the basis of the PET entrance examination score. 
  4. Fill the right details.
  5. Download the confirmation page.

NOTE- Before filling the online application form, the applicant must check the vacant positions for application displayed on the university website.

Documents required 

Documents required during online application form filling process.- 

  • Marks statement of the Master’s degree.
  • Caste certificate (if from reserved category).
  • Medical certificate issued by a civil surgeon in the case of PH category.
  • Non- creamy layer certificate (if from NCL category)

Application fee

Application fee (INR)
Candidates appearing in PET examination Candidates exempted from PET examination
Open category Reserved category Open category Reserved category
1000/- 750/- 800/- 600/-

Check SPPU Admission

Pune University Ph.D Syllabus

The Pune University offers Ph.D. courses in different 81 specializations. The most basic eligibility criteria for admission in PhD programs is to have passed in Master's degree programs with at least 50% marks and 55% at least in case of Ph.D. in Law (5% marks relaxation for SC/ST/DT/NT/SBC/OBC categories belonging to Maharashtra).

Course Syllabus
Ph.D (History) Click here to download
Ph.D (Marathi) Click here to download
Ph.D (Commerce) Click here to download
Ph.D (Maths) Click here to download

Pune University Ph.D Reservation

 5% of relaxation in the admission process, from 55% to 50% for reserved/differently abled or other categories as per Maharashtra Govt. 

NOTE-

  • SPPU notifies well in advance on its website and via advertisement in two national newspapers (about examination center for the entrance test, no. of seats, subject/discipline-wise distribution of available seats, criteria and procedure for admission, etc).
  • The admission process is based on the criteria notified by the SPPU, keeping in view the norms issued by the statutory bodies concerned, and the reservation policy of the Central/State Govt. 

Pune University Ph.D. FAQs

Ques. Which University is better for Ph.D. admission, Pune University, or Mumbai University?

Ans. Pune University is a better option in terms of ranking and student facilities. Pune university provides wide academic exposure to its students and also has a higher ranking in global aspects.

Ques. What is your review of Pune University?

Ans. It is a prestigious university for pursuing higher education. The faculty members are highly qualified with experience in the industry and teaching field. 

Ques. Is it worth pursuing a Ph.D. from Pune University?

Ans. Yes, the Ph.D. research standards are better among most of the Universities in India. The ranking of the University shows its prestigious status and academic excellence.

Ques. What is the cancellation process for Pune University Ph.D Admission?

Ans. The admission can be canceled by filling up the cancellation form and submitting it to the campus office. The address of the register needs to be mentioned in the form and the application will be confirmed.

Ques. What are helpful tips for Ph.D students in Pune University?

Ans. The students of SPPU need to make a high priority for classroom learning, and submission work assigned on time. It is also necessary to provide an active approach in class and provide plagiarism free work to the professors.