Content Curator | Updated on - Apr 27, 2026

Jagran Lakecity University (JLU), Bhopal offers a full-time Ph.D. in Psychology under its Faculty of Liberal Arts and Humanities, providing a rigorous research environment for advanced study in areas such as clinical psychology, cognitive psychology, organizational behavior, counselling, and social psychology. The program has a minimum duration of 3 years and is offered in full-time on-campus mode, with an annual tuition fee of INR 1,20,000 for full-time scholars. The primary qualifying exam accepted for admission is UGC-NET (Psychology), and the university adheres to UGC (Minimum Standards and Procedure for Award of Ph.D. Degrees) Regulations, 2016. The program is well-suited for aspiring academicians, clinical researchers, and professionals seeking to contribute to the growing field of mental health and behavioral sciences in India.

Admissions for the 2026 batch are currently open. Applications can be submitted online at apply.jlu.edu.in, with the last date for registration expected in the last week of June 2026. The JLURET (Jagran Lakecity University Research Entrance Test) is scheduled for July 2026, followed by personal interviews in August 2026 and classes commencing in September 2026.

Key Points

JLU's Faculty of Liberal Arts and Humanities has a cumulative research experience of 114.2 years, with 193 journal publications and 20 books published by faculty.
The dedicated research supervisor for Ph.D. in Psychology is Dr. Reena Singh Rajput (Associate Professor, 17.2 years of research experience), with 5 available seats.
Scholars are required to publish two research papers before thesis submission, in line with JLU's internal research policy (UGC mandates none, but JLU sets a higher standard).
Ph.D. scholars may be appointed as Research Assistants, providing teaching and research exposure during the program.
Candidates can change their assigned research guide with the approval of the Dean and Research Cell.
The university follows UGC Regulations 2016 for all doctoral programs, ensuring nationally recognized degree standards.
Psychology as a discipline is gaining significant traction in India, with growing demand for qualified researchers and academicians in mental health, organizational behavior, and counselling.

JLU Ph.D. (Psychology) Fees

The Ph.D. (Psychology) Full Time program at JLU Bhopal involves a combination of one-time charges and annual tuition fees. The one-time charges include Admission Charges (INR 20,000, non-refundable), Caution Money (INR 10,000, refundable), and Alumni Fund (INR 10,000, non-refundable). The annual tuition fee for full-time scholars is INR 1,20,000 per year. For a 3-year program, the total tuition fee amounts to INR 3,60,000, and the total program cost (including one-time charges) comes to INR 4,00,000.

Fee Components

Fee Component	Amount (INR)
Admission Charges (One-Time, Non-Refundable)	20,000
Caution Money (One-Time, Refundable)	10,000
Alumni Fund (One-Time, Non-Refundable)	10,000
Annual Tuition Fee (Full-Time)	1,20,000 per year
Total Tuition Fee (3 Years)	3,60,000
Total Fees (Including One-Time Charges)	4,00,000

Caution Money of INR 10,000 is refundable upon successful completion or withdrawal as per UGC Refund Policy.
Fees can be paid in 2 installments (semester-wise); however, the seat booking fee of INR 35,000 must be paid in full at the time of joining.
JLU follows the UGC Refund Policy (2024-25).
Refund requests must be submitted to admission@jlu.edu.in before 5 PM on 15th July 2026.
Hostel accommodation is optional and not included in the above fees.
Hostel charges range from INR 1,34,620 to INR 2,22,620 per year depending on room type.

Hostel Fees (Optional)

Room Type	Hostel Charges (Per Semester)	Mess Charges (Per Semester)	Total Per Semester	Total Per Year
Single Ensuite - AC	67,500	43,810	1,11,310	2,22,620
Single Occupancy - AC	50,000	43,810	93,810	1,87,620
Double Occupancy - AC	45,000	43,810	88,810	1,77,620
Single Occupancy - Non AC	40,000	43,810	83,810	1,67,620
Double Occupancy - Non AC	31,000	43,810	74,810	1,49,620
Triple Occupancy - Non AC	23,500	43,810	67,310	1,34,620

JLU Ph.D. (Psychology) Admission 2026

JLU Bhopal Ph.D. (Psychology) admissions for 2026 are currently open. The university accepts applications through its own entrance test JLURET as well as valid UGC-NET scores in Psychology. Candidates with a qualifying UGC-NET score may be eligible for direct shortlisting to the personal interview round. The admission process is entirely online, and the application fee is INR 1,600.

JLU Ph.D. Admission Schedule 2026

Event	Date
Application Form Available	Open (Started)
Last Date for Registration	Last week of June 2026 (Tentative)
Admit Card Release	July 2026 (Tentative)
JLURET (Entrance Test)	July 2026 (Tentative)
Personal Interview	August 2026 (Tentative)
Result Announcement	August 2026 (Tentative)
Counselling / Seat Allotment	September 2026 (Tentative)
Classes Begin	September 2026 (Tentative)

UGC-NET Exam Dates (Relevant for Ph.D. Psychology Admission)

Event	Phase 1 Dates	Phase 2 Dates
Registration	Oct 7 - Nov 7, 2025	Apr 1 - May 1, 2026 (Tentative)
Admit Card	Dec 28, 2025	Jun 1, 2026 (Tentative)
Exam Date	Dec 31, 2025 - Jan 7, 2026	Jun 1, 2026 (Tentative)
Answer Key Release	Jan 14, 2026	Jul 1, 2026 (Tentative)
Result	Feb 4, 2026	Jul 1, 2026 (Tentative)

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria:

Candidates must hold a Master's degree (MA/M.Sc. in Psychology or equivalent) from a recognized university with a minimum of 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PwD candidates).
Candidates appearing in the final year of their Master's program are also eligible to apply provisionally.
A valid UGC-NET score in Psychology is accepted and may be used for shortlisting; JLURET is the university's own entrance test for Ph.D. admission.

Admission Process:

Register and fill the online application form at apply.jlu.edu.in and pay the application fee of INR 1,600.
Appear in JLURET (university-level entrance test) or submit valid UGC-NET scorecard in Psychology.
Shortlisted candidates are called for a Personal Interview (PI) with the admissions committee of the Faculty of Liberal Arts and Humanities.
Upon selection, a Provisional Admission Letter (PAL) is issued within 7 working days.
Sign the refund undertaking form and deposit the seat booking amount of INR 35,000 within 7 working days of receiving PAL.
Check scholarship eligibility, collect and submit the Scholarship Application Form from the Admissions Office.
Deposit the full first-semester fee and complete registration at the Student Section office.
Submit Post-Graduation marksheet and other mandatory documents for doctoral admission verification.

JLU Ph.D. (Psychology) Scholarships 2026

JLU Bhopal offers merit-based and national exam-based scholarships for Ph.D. scholars. Scholarships are primarily linked to academic performance in the qualifying examination and performance in national-level entrance exams such as UGC-NET/JRF. UGC-NET JRF awardees in Psychology are eligible for a monthly fellowship from UGC, which is a significant financial support for full-time research scholars. The total scholarship disbursement at JLU across all programs was INR 3 Crore in 2025, reflecting the university's commitment to supporting meritorious students.

Scholarship Details

Scholarship / Fellowship	Eligibility	Amount
JLU Merit Scholarship (based on PG marks)	92% and above in PG	Up to 100% tuition fee waiver
JLU Merit Scholarship	85% - 91.99% in PG	75% tuition fee waiver
JLU Merit Scholarship	80% - 84.99% in PG	50% tuition fee waiver
UGC-NET JRF Fellowship	Qualify UGC-NET with JRF rank in Psychology	INR 37,000/month (initial 2 years), INR 42,000/month (subsequent years)
Sports Scholarship	Representing India / State in recognized sports	50% to 100% tuition fee waiver

Scholarship amounts are adjusted at the beginning of the semester; scholars do not need to pay the scholarship amount upfront.
UGC-NET JRF fellowship is awarded by UGC directly and is separate from JLU's institutional scholarships.
JRF fellows also receive a contingency grant, HRA, and DA as per UGC norms.
Scholarship applications must be submitted to the Admissions Office at the time of joining.
Sports scholarship recipients must represent JLU in inter-university tournaments; failure to do so may result in withdrawal of the scholarship.

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