MDU PhD Admission 2025 – Check Eligibility, Fee Structure, Faculty wise seats & admission Procedure

Maharshi Dayanand University (Rohtak)

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MDU PhD Admission Form 2025: The Maharshi Dayanand University (Rohtak) admission for PhD (Doctor of Philosophy) is open now. Apply online now before the last date. The online application form will be accepted till 07-11-2025.

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MDU PhD Admission – Fee Structure

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MDU PhD Admission – Courses, Department & Seats 2025

Here is the Ph.D. Seat Allocation by Faculty/Subject:

Faculty of Education – 13 Seats

• Education: 13

Faculty of Engineering & Technology (UIET) – 81 Seats

• Electrical Engineering: 12
• Biotechnology (UIET): 06
• Electronics & Communication Engineering: 16
• Computer Science & Engineering: 12
• Mechanical Engineering: 24
• Civil Engineering: 11

Faculty of Humanities & Arts – 46 Seats

• English: 16
• Hindi: 17
• Sanskrit: 03
• Visual Art: 07
• Journalism and Mass Communication: 03

Faculty of Interdisciplinary Studies – 06 Seats

• Centre for Yogic Studies: 02
• Forensic Science: 04

Faculty of Law – 30 Seats

• Law: 30

Faculty of Life Sciences – 87 Seats

• Bio-Chemistry: 08
• Botany: 08
• Centre for Biotechnology: 14
• Centre for Bioinformatics: 01
• Centre for Medical Biotechnology: 06
• Environmental Sciences: 11
• Food Technology: 09
• Genetics: 07
• Microbiology: 12
• Zoology: 11

Faculty of Management Sciences & Commerce – 96 Seats

• Commerce: 10
• IHTM (Hotel Management): 10
• IHTM (Tourism Management): 07
• IMSAR: 69

Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences – 16 Seats

• Pharmaceutical Sciences: 16

Faculty of Physical Sciences – 51 Seats

• Chemistry: 10
• Computer Science & Applications: 16
• Mathematics: 10
• Physics: 13
• Statistics: 02

Faculty of Social Sciences – 40 Seats

• Economics: 04
• Geography: 19
• History and Archaeology: 03
• Library & Information Sciences: 06
• Psychology: 03
• Public Administration: 03
• Defence & Strategic Studies: 02

MDU PhD Courses Eligibility 2025

The eligibility criteria for admission to the Ph.D. program depend on the candidate’s qualifications and category/region. The details are as follows:

Master’s Degree Holders:

• Candidates with a 1-year/2-semester master’s after a 4-year bachelor’s or a 2-year/4-semester master’s after a 3-year bachelor’s in the relevant or allied subject are eligible.
• Must have at least 55% marks or equivalent grade.
• For candidates after a 4-year bachelor’s, minimum 75% marks required.
• Relaxation of 5% (to 50%) for SC/BC (non-creamy layer), Differently-Abled, and EWS candidates of Haryana.

M.Phil. Degree Holders:

• Candidates with an M.Phil. degree with at least 55% marks or equivalent grade are eligible.
• Relaxation of 5% (to 50%) applies for SC/BC (non-creamy layer), Differently-Abled, and EWS candidates of Haryana.

Foreign Qualifications:

• Equivalent master’s or M.Phil. degrees from recognized foreign institutions are also eligible.

MDU PhD Admission Procedure 2025

Admission to the Ph.D. program is done by the University through a clear and structured process. Candidates must fill the prescribed application form, and a separate form is needed for each subject. The University announces available seats twice a year, following the state reservation policy.

How to Get Admission

1. For NET / GATE / CEED Qualified Candidates
   • Seats are offered in this order:
     • Category 1: Eligible for JRF, Assistant Professor & Ph.D. (based on interview)
     • Category 2: Eligible for Assistant Professor & Ph.D.
     • Category 3: Eligible for Ph.D. (minimum 40% in NET or as per University rules)
   • Merit Calculation:
     • Category 1: Admission based on interview
     • Category 2 & 3: 70% weight for NET score + 30% for interview
2. For Subjects Without NET (like Pharmaceutical Sciences, Food Technology, IHTM, Engineering)
   • Candidates must appear for a 100-mark entrance test (50% research methodology + 50% subject-specific)
   • Minimum 50% to pass (SC/ST/Differently-abled candidates get 5% relaxation)
   • Selection: 70% test + 30% interview

Interview

The candidates will be given admisison to the Ph.D Program based on their performance in interview. The interview is conducted by a board including: HOD/Director, faculty members, Dean (R&D) nominee, and an external expert.

• Assesses domain knowledge, research skills, and past research work
• Marks: 15 for domain knowledge, 10 for research skills, 5 for research work

Part-Time Ph.D.

• For working professionals with at least 2 years of experience
• Admission follows the same procedure as full-time Ph.D.
• Must submit a No Objection Certificate from employer
• Minimum 15 days attendance per semester, including weekends
• Coursework can be regular or online
• Duration: 3–6 years

Foreign Students (Supernumerary Seats)

• Each faculty offers 2 extra seats for foreign candidates
• Merit based on postgraduate marks
• Must complete Ph.D. in regular mode
• Candidates with foreign passport, OCI, or PIO card are eligible
• Seats for foreign students do not exceed 2 per faculty

How to Apply

Here is a step-by-step guide for “How to apply MDU PhD Online Admission Form 2025”:

• Registration: Click on the Apply-Now button below in the Important Links Section and Click on the Apply button and then click on New Registration button at the top right corner of the next page. Fill in the details and verify OTPs received on Text message and E-mail Account.
• Application Form: After Completing the Registration fill in the Profile Section with required personal, educational and contact details. Then select the program you want to apply and complete the payment process. Then Link your ABC and DEB ID.
• Submit Application: Preview the application form and final submit the application form.
• Take printout of application from after submission or else save as pdf.

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