University of Kashmir PhD Admission 2025-26: Secure Your Future Now!
Notification for admission to Ph.D. programme, Cycle II, Oct-2025
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Introduction: University of Kashmir PhD Admission 2025-26 Notification
The University of Kashmir PhD Admission 2025-26 notification has been released for the Ph.D. programme, Cycle II, Oct-2025. Applications are invited online from eligible candidates for admission in various disciplines/subjects available at the Main Campus and other Satellite Campuses of the University. Candidates must fulfill the following eligibility criteria to apply.
Important Dates for University of Kashmir PhD Admission 2025-26
| Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| Start of online application process | 01-10-2025 |
| Last date for filling up/submission of application form | 15-10-2025 |
| Interaction for selection with DRC’s of respective departments | 27-10-2025 to 12-11-2025 |
| Issuance of selection list by respective Deans | 25-11-2025 |
Vacancies available at Deptts. at Main Campus
The following vacancies are available for the research programmes for the session 2025 (Cycle-II) in the Main Campus departments. This is a crucial step for the University of Kashmir PhD Admission 2025-26 applicants:
| Discipline/Subject | Supervisor Deptt. | No. of Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Biochemistry | Biochemistry | 03 |
| Biotechnology | Biotechnology | 06 |
| Botany | Botany | 16 |
| Chemistry | Chemistry | 20 |
| Commerce | Commerce | 22 |
| Computer Applications | Computer Science | 16 |
| Applied Geology | Earth Science | 22 |
| Economics | Economics | 14 |
| Education | Education | 15 |
| English | English | 17 |
| Environmental Science | Environmental Science | 04 |
| Food Technology | Food Science & Technology | 07 |
| Home Science | Home Science | 27 |
| Islamic Studies | Islamic Studies | 07 |
| Law | Law | 22 |
| Management Studies | Management Studies | 35 |
| Mathematics | Mathematics | 23 |
| Nanotechnology | Nanotechnology | 05 |
| Physics | Physics | 37 |
| Statistics | Statistics | 26 |
| Zoology | Zoology | 11 |
Vacancies available at Centres/Institutes at Main Campus
| Supervisor Centre/Institute | Discipline/Subject | No. of vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Centre for Interdisciplinary Research & Innovations (CIRI) | Life Science | 03 |
| Center of Research for Development (CORD) | Life Science | 06 |
| Deptt. of Biochemistry, GMC, Sgr. | Clinical Biochemistry | 08 |
| Center of Central Asian Studies (CCAS) | Political Science | 04 |
| Sanskrit | 07 | |
| Persian | 03 | |
| Archeology | 02 | |
| Islamic Studies | 02 | |
| Economics | 02 | |
| Sociology | 02 | |
| Centre for Women’s Studies & Research | Women’s Studies | 02 |
Vacancies available at Satellite Campuses
| Discipline/Subject | Supervisor Deptt. | No. of Vacancies (Campus) |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Applications | Computer Sciences | 07 (South Campus) |
| 08 (North Campus) | ||
| Computer Science & Engineering | Computer Science & Engineering | 14 (North Campus) |
| Education | Education | 04 (North Campus) |
| 08 (South Campus) | ||
| English | English | 10 (South Campus) |
| Mathematics | Mathematics | 15 (South Campus) |
| Management Studies | Management Studies | 17 (South Campus) |
| 17 (North Campus) | ||
| Botany | Botany | 04 (North Campus) |
Eligibility Criteria for University of Kashmir PhD Admission 2025-26
Candidates must satisfy the following criteria (A) to be eligible for the University of Kashmir PhD Admission 2025-26 programme:
- Master’s Degree Requirement:** 55% marks in aggregate, or its equivalent grade “B” in the UGC 7-point scale (excluding grace/statutory marks, if any), in a Master’s Degree in the concerned subject/allied subject from a recognized university.
- 4-Year Bachelor’s Degree Pathway: Completion of a 1-year/2-semester Master’s Degree after a 4-year/8-Semester Bachelor’s Degree OR a 4-year/8-Semesters Degree with a minimum of 75% marks in aggregate.
- 3-Year Bachelor’s Degree Pathway:Completion of a 2-year/4-Semester Master’s Degree after a 3-year Bachelor’s Degree with at least 55% marks in aggregate.
- M.Phil. Qualification: Candidates who have completed the M.Phil. programme with at least 55% marks in aggregate or its equivalent grade.
- Relaxation: A relaxation of 5% of marks (from 55% to 50%) or equivalent grade relaxation shall be allowed for candidates belonging to SC/ST/OBC/RBA/EWS (Non-creamy layer)/Differently-abled categories as per UGC Regulation-2022.
Exempted Candidates (B)
Candidates who have qualified UGC/CSIR-NET/JRF, or ICMR-JRF, or ICAR-NET/JRF, or SET/SLET/GATE/CEED/GPAT, or any other equivalent test declared so by the UGC, or have been awarded M. Phil. are eligible for selection based on the priority procedure.
Procedure for Admission and Selection Criteria
Admission to the University of Kashmir PhD Admission 2025-26 will be made based on the eligibility criteria in a priority-wise manner:
1st Priority: NET-JRF Qualified Candidates
Candidates who have “qualified NET for award of JRF and Appointment as Assistant Professor and Admission to Ph.D” will be selected first. If the number of vacancies is less than the number of JRF candidates, selection is through an interaction with the DRC:
| Criteria | Weightage |
|---|---|
| Subject knowledge | 70 |
| Research aptitude | 30 |
| Total | 100 |
2nd Priority: NET (Assistant Professor) Qualified Candidates
If seats remain vacant, the 2nd priority goes to candidates who have “qualified NET for Appointment as Assistant Professor and Admission to Ph.D”. Admission is based on:
| Criteria | Weightage |
|---|---|
| NET (Qualified) Score on prorate basis | 70 |
| Interaction with DRC (Subject knowledge and Research aptitude) | 30 |
| Total | 100 |
3rd Priority: Other Qualified Test Candidates
If seats remain vacant, the 3rd priority is for candidates who have “qualified NET for admission to Ph.D/GATE/SET/SLET/previously qualified NET candidates.” Selection shall be made as per the criteria laid down for the 1st priority (interaction with DRC with 100 weightage).
The DRC shall fill up the available vacancies priority-wise. A tie in marks shall be resolved based on the percentage of marks secured in the Master’s or Equivalent Degree.
Eligibility for Part-time Ph.D. Programme
The basic eligibility and admission procedure for in-service candidates joining as part-time Ph.D. students remain the same as for whole-time candidates. The following categories of employees can apply:
- University teachers with at least two years of substantive service.
- Permanent scientists from nationally recognized institutions (Scientist A/B/C/D) with at least four years of substantive service.
- Govt. College teachers with at least four years of substantive service.
- Non-teaching employees of the universities/nationally recognized educational and research institutions with at least four years of substantive service.
- State/Central Govt. employees with seven years of substantive service.
Application Process
Applicants for the University of Kashmir PhD Admission 2025-26 must visit the official University website (www.kashmiruniversity.ac.in) and submit applications online by clicking “Application Form for research programmes-2025 (Cycle II, Oct-2025)” under the Admission Tab.
- Application Period: 01.10.2025 to 15.10.2025
- Application Fee:** Applicants are required to deposit a non-refundable application fee of Rs.300/-through online mode.
- In-Service Applicants:Required to mention the date of appointment/Department and Length of Service, supported by documentary proof to be uploaded along with qualification certificates.