Marwadi University Rajkot Ph.D English: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. No, UGC-NET is not mandatory. Marwadi University conducts its own PhD Entrance Test (online MCQ-based, 1 hour) for candidates who do not hold a valid UGC-NET/CSIR-NET/GATE/SLET score. Candidates who qualify these national-level exams are directly exempted from the entrance test and are called for the Personal Interview. However, having a UGC-NET/JRF score is highly beneficial as it also makes you eligible for the UGC-JRF fellowship, which provides a monthly stipend of Rs. 37,000 during your PhD, significantly reducing the financial burden.

Ans. The Faculty of Arts at Marwadi University supports research in English across a wide range of areas including English literature (British, American, Indian Writing in English), linguistics, applied linguistics, critical theory, postcolonial studies, cultural studies, comparative literature, discourse analysis, and English language teaching (ELT). The specific research topic is finalized in consultation with the allocated supervisor based on the scholar's interest, the supervisor's expertise, and the feasibility of the proposed research. Scholars are encouraged to work on interdisciplinary and socially relevant topics.

Ans. The tuition fee is Rs. 40,000 per semester, totalling Rs. 2,40,000 for the standard 3-year (6-semester) duration. Additionally, a one-time application fee of Rs. 600 and a refundable security deposit of Rs. 10,000 are charged. Examination fees, synopsis submission fees, and open defense fees are charged separately at the time of the respective events as per university norms. Hostel accommodation (optional) costs between Rs. 96,000 to Rs. 2,05,000 per year depending on room type. The total academic cost (excluding hostel) for 3 years is approximately Rs. 2,50,600 (including security deposit).

Ans. Yes. Marwadi University offers a Part-Time PhD option specifically for working professionals including college lecturers, language trainers, and others employed in educational institutions, government departments, or research organizations. Candidates must submit a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their employer. The maximum duration for part-time scholars is 7 years. This is particularly relevant for English faculty members in colleges who wish to upgrade their qualifications to meet UGC requirements for assistant professor positions.

Ans. As per Marwadi University PhD regulations, every research scholar must publish a minimum of two research papers in SCOPUS or Web of Science Core Collection indexed journals before submitting the synopsis (which precedes thesis submission). The scholar must be the first author of these publications, and the papers must be based on the research work done for the PhD thesis. Alternatively, one granted Indian or international utility patent (with the scholar, supervisor, and Marwadi University as applicants) can substitute for the publication requirement.

Ans. The PhD Entrance Test at Marwadi University is subject-specific. For Ph.D. English, the test consists of 90% subject-specific questions (covering English literature, linguistics, critical theory, and research methodology in humanities) and 10% questions on research methodology. The syllabus is aligned with the UGC-NET syllabus for English. Candidates who have already cleared UGC-NET in English are exempted from this test entirely and are directly called for the Personal Interview, where they present their research proposal and face a panel interview.