CSJMU Ph.D Yoga: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. UGC NET/JRF is not mandatory for PhD Yoga admission at CSJMU. Candidates who have not qualified NET/JRF can apply and appear for the CSJMU Research Entrance Test (CRET), which is conducted by the university. However, candidates who have qualified UGC NET or JRF are exempted from CRET, making the admission process simpler for them. It is strongly advisable to qualify UGC NET/JRF before applying for PhD, as it also makes you eligible for the UGC JRF fellowship stipend of Rs. 37,000 per month, which significantly reduces the financial burden of doctoral research.

Ans. The minimum duration for the PhD programme at CSJMU is 3 years from the date of registration, which includes the Pre-PhD coursework period. The maximum duration is 6 years, with provisions for extension on payment of extension charges. Completing a PhD in exactly 3 years is possible but challenging, as it requires timely submission of the synopsis, approval by the Research Advisory Committee (RAC), completion of research, thesis writing, and evaluation. Most scholars take 4-5 years to complete their PhD. Part-time PhD is also available at an annual fee of Rs. 35,000.

Ans. CSJMU publishes an approved supervisors list on its research portal (csjmu.ac.in/research/phd-supervisors-list/). Candidates are advised to identify and contact a potential supervisor in the Department of Physical Education and Sports before applying, as supervisor availability and willingness to take on new scholars is a key factor in the admission process. While it may not be strictly mandatory to have a confirmed supervisor at the application stage, having a supervisor's consent significantly improves your chances of admission and smooth progress through the programme.

Ans. The CRET is a written entrance test conducted by CSJMU for PhD admissions. For PhD Yoga, the test typically covers research methodology and statistics, subject-specific knowledge of yoga (including yogic philosophy, anatomy, yoga therapy, and yoga science), and general aptitude. The test is of objective/descriptive type and is held at the CSJMU campus. Candidates who qualify UGC NET/JRF are exempted from CRET. The admit card for CRET is released approximately 5 days before the test date on the CSJMU ERP portal.

Ans. Yes, CSJMU offers a part-time PhD option for working professionals. The annual fee for part-time PhD is Rs. 35,000 per year. Part-time PhD scholars are required to spend a minimum stipulated period at the university for coursework and research activities. However, the minimum duration for part-time PhD is typically longer than full-time (usually 4 years). Candidates must provide proof of employment and obtain a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their employer at the time of admission. The research progress report submission requirement (every 6 months) applies equally to part-time scholars.

Ans. A PhD in Yoga from CSJMU is fully recognized by the UGC and is valid for applying to assistant professor positions in colleges and universities across India. CSJMU's NAAC A++ and UGC Category-I status ensures the degree carries strong academic credibility. Career prospects include academic positions (assistant/associate professor), research roles in AYUSH institutions, yoga therapy centres, government wellness programmes, and international yoga organizations. With the growing global recognition of yoga and India's active promotion of yoga through the Ministry of AYUSH, PhD Yoga holders from reputed universities like CSJMU are in increasing demand.