Kristu Jayanti University (Deemed to be University) Ph.D Physics: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Kristu Jayanti Ph.D (Physics) Part Time Admission 2026

The Ph.D. (Physics) Part-Time programme at Kristu Jayanti University follows a two-stage selection process: a written entrance test (KJUET) followed by a personal interview. Admissions are conducted in a Spring cycle (January intake), with applications typically opening in October and closing in late November. The Spring 2026-27 admissions are now closed; the next cycle is expected around September-October 2027.

Admission Dates - Spring 2026-27 (Most Recent Cycle)

Relevant Exam Dates

Note: Candidates who have qualified UGC-NET, CSIR-NET, GATE, SLET, or equivalent are exempt from KJUET but must still appear for the personal interview.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria:

• Master's Degree (2-year or 1-year) with a minimum of 55% marks or equivalent CGPA in Physics or an allied discipline (e.g., Applied Physics, Material Science, Electronics, or related physical sciences).
• Alternatively, a 4-year Bachelor's Degree (Honours with Research) with a minimum of 75% marks or equivalent CGPA; or an MPhil degree with a minimum of 55% marks.
• SC/ST/OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)/Differently-Abled/EWS candidates are eligible for a 5% relaxation in the minimum marks requirement.

Admission Process:

• Apply online through the official university website (kristujayanti.edu.in) within the application window.
• Submit required documents: Research Proposal, Statement of Purpose, one Recommendation Letter (can be submitted before joining coursework), and all relevant academic certificates.
• Appear for Stage 1: KJUET (Kristu Jayanti University Entrance Test) - Part A (Research Aptitude, 50% weightage) and Part B (Discipline-specific Physics syllabus, 50% weightage). Minimum qualifying score: 50% (General), 45% (Reserved categories). Candidates with UGC-NET/CSIR-NET/GATE/SLET are exempt from KJUET.
• Appear for Stage 2: Personal Interview - assessment of research proposal, research aptitude, and subject knowledge.
• Final merit list prepared: KJUET Score (70% weightage) + Interview Performance (30% weightage).
• Admission offered in order of merit within available seats.

Kristu Jayanti Ph.D (Physics) Part Time Scholarships 2026

Kristu Jayanti University offers a range of institutional scholarships primarily targeted at UG and PG students. For Ph.D. scholars, the university provides financial support exclusively to full-time scholars; part-time Ph.D. scholars are not eligible for the institutional fellowship or contingency grants. However, part-time scholars can apply for external government and private scholarships. The university actively facilitates scholarship awareness and application support through its Student Welfare Office.

Scholarship Details

• Part-time Ph.D. scholars are NOT eligible for the university's fellowship, annual scholarship, or contingency grant.
• Part-time scholars are encouraged to apply for external scholarships via the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in) and Karnataka Government portals.
• For full-time scholars: the 33% annual fee waiver is available for candidates holding National/State-level Fellowships (e.g., UGC-JRF, CSIR-JRF).
• Scholarship application deadlines vary; students should check the university's scholarship page and NSP regularly.