Central University of Karnataka PhD Programs for the Year 2025-26, Complete Details.
Important Dates
- Online Registration: 16-06-2025 to 16-07-2025
- Declaration of Eligible Candidates: 21-07-2025
- Interview Dates: 24-07-2025 to 29-07-2025
- Admission & Fee Payment: 04-08-2025
- Commencement of Classes: 11-08-2025
Registration Portal for “Central University of Karnataka PhD Programs“: SAMARTH Portal
Registration Fee:
- General/OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)/EWS: ₹500
- SC/ST/PwD: ₹100
Eligible Candidates
Candidates who qualify under the following categories can register directly for interviews:
- National-level exam qualifiers (JRF/UGC/CSIR/DBT/ICMR/ICSSR/NET/GATE/equivalent).
- NET (Ph.D. Category-3) qualifiers.
- DST-INSPIRE Fellowship holders.
- Central/State Government-sponsored fellowship recipients.
- National/State Teacher Fellowship holders.
- Candidates admitted under research projects (fulfilling above criteria).
List of Ph.D. Programs & Eligibility
| Program | Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|
| Ph.D. – Hindi | Master’s in Hindi (55% marks, 50% for SC/ST/OBC/PWD/Kashmiri Migrants) + Bachelor’s degree. |
| Ph.D. – Kannada | Master’s in Kannada (55%/50%) + M.Phil./Bachelor’s degree. |
| Ph.D. – English | Master’s in English (55%/50%) + M.Phil./Bachelor’s degree. |
| Ph.D. – Economics | Master’s in Economics (55%/50%) + M.Phil./Bachelor’s degree. |
| Ph.D. – Management | Master’s in Management (60%/55%) + M.Phil./Bachelor’s degree. |
| Ph.D. – Psychology | Master’s in Psychology (55%/50%) + M.Phil./Bachelor’s degree. |
| Ph.D. – Commerce | Master’s in Commerce (55%/50%) + M.Phil./Bachelor’s degree. |
| Ph.D. – Social Work | Master’s in Social Work (55%/50%) + M.Phil./Bachelor’s degree. |
| Ph.D. – Physics | Master’s in Physics (55%/50%) + M.Phil./Bachelor’s degree. |
| Ph.D. – Chemistry | Master’s in Chemistry (55%/50%) + M.Phil./Bachelor’s degree. |
| Ph.D. – Mathematics | Master’s in Mathematics (55%/50%) + M.Phil./Bachelor’s degree. |
| Ph.D. – Life Sciences | Master’s in Life Sciences (55%/50%) + M.Phil./Bachelor’s degree. |
| Ph.D. – Geology | Master’s in Geology (55%/50%) + M.Phil./Bachelor’s degree. |
| Ph.D. – Electronics & Communication Engg. | M.E/M.Tech in relevant field (55%/50%) + B.Tech/B.E. |
| Ph.D. – Electrical Engineering | M.E/M.Tech in Electrical Engg. (55%/50%) + B.Tech/B.E. |
| Ph.D. – Geography | Master’s in Geography (55%/50%) + M.Phil./Bachelor’s degree. |
| Ph.D. – Computer Science | Master’s in Computer Science/MCA (55%/50%) + M.Phil./Bachelor’s degree. |
| Ph.D. – Computer Science & Engg. | M.E/M.Tech in CSE (55%/50%) + B.Tech/B.E. |
| Ph.D. – Linguistics | Master’s in Linguistics/Allied Disciplines (55%/50%) + M.Phil./Bachelor’s degree. |
| Ph.D. – Mechanical Engineering | M.E/M.Tech in Mechanical Engg. (55%/50%) + B.Tech/B.E. |
| Ph.D. – Media Studies | Master’s in Media Studies/Journalism (55%/50%) + M.Phil./Bachelor’s degree. |
| Ph.D. – Arabic | Master’s in Arabic (55%/50%) + M.Phil./Bachelor’s degree. |
| Ph.D. – Spanish | Master’s in Spanish (55%/50%) + M.Phil./Bachelor’s degree. |
| Ph.D. – Music (Vocal) | MPA/M.Music in Vocal (55%/50%) + Bachelor’s degree. |
| Ph.D. – Tabla | MPA/M.Music in Tabla (55%/50%) + Bachelor’s degree. |
| Ph.D. – Public Administration | Master’s in Public Admin/Political Science (55%/50%) + M.Phil./Bachelor’s degree. |
| Ph.D. – Folklore & Tribal Studies | Master’s in Folklore/Tribal Studies (55%/50%) + M.Phil./Bachelor’s degree. |
| Ph.D. – Law | LLM (55%/50%) + M.Phil./Bachelor’s degree. |
| Ph.D. – Tourism Management | Master’s in Tourism/Hospitality (55% marks) from UGC/AICTE-recognized institutions. |
| Ph.D. – History | Master’s in History (55%/50%) + M.Phil./Bachelor’s degree. |
| Ph.D. – Education | M.Ed (55%/50%) from NCTE-recognized institutions. |
Selection Process
- 70% Weightage: JRF/NET/PG marks/online test.
- 30% Weightage: Online presentation & viva-voce.
- Minimum 50% (45% for SC/ST/OBC/EWS) required in combined score.
General Instructions
For Central University of Karnataka PhD Programs
- Submit category certificates (SC/ST/OBC/EWS) during registration.
- Eligibility is the candidate’s responsibility. Verify criteria before applying.
- The university reserves the right to cancel programs due to administrative reasons.
For updates, visit the university website regularly.
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