Application Deadlines:
Please note that candidates who are eligible for waiver of the written test are also required to complete and submit the application form by the above deadline.
Course Work (PhD Programme):
One Semester Course Work of 20 credits as follows:
1. |
Literature Review and seminar |
4 credits |
2. |
Seminar Presentation |
4 credits |
3 |
Research Methodology |
4 credits |
4. |
Advanced Statistics |
4 credits |
5. |
Statistical Computing |
4 credits |
Structure of the written examination and subsequent process
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There will be 24 short answer type questions of 5 marks each out of which one has to answer 15 questions.
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The qualifying marks for Entrance Test will be 50%.
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Candidates successful in the written examination would have to compete with other eligible candidates who have already cleared NET / SET / GATE / M.Phil. / M.Tech. (QR&OR) at the interview stage. The list of finally selected candidates would be posted in the University website and Departmental Notice Board.
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Candidates selected for the final interview will be required to submit by a specified date a Statement of Purpose (SoP) that should at least contain his/her areas of interest before the interview. However, the selection committee may, at its discretion, require a candidate to opt for a topic/area other than his/her initial choice before admitting him/her into the Ph.D. programme. The final date for submitting the SoP will be announced along with the intimation for the interview.