Indira Gandhi University (IGU) Meerpur PhD Admission 2025-26
Indira Gandhi University, Meerpur, Rewari, Haryana
Introduction to IGU Meerpur PhD Admission 2025-26
The Indira Gandhi University (IGU) Meerpur PhD Admission 2025-26 notification is officially out. The University is inviting applications for its Ph.D. programme for the session 2025-26. This comprehensive guide provides all the necessary details regarding eligibility, application, seats, and the admission process. Candidates registered in the Ph.D. programme are referred to as research scholars, who can be categorized as Full-time or Part-time. Full-time scholars, especially those receiving fellowships, must remain on campus or at designated institutions for the duration of their stay period conditions.
Part-time scholars are full-time working professionals with at least two years of experience in teaching, research, or administration in Govt./Govt. funded institutions, or professionals from industries having an MoU with Indira Gandhi University, Meerpur. These scholars are typically exempted from the stay period if they have approved access to research facilities at their workplace.
Disciplines and Vacancies: Indira Gandhi University (IGU) Meerpur PhD Admission 2025-26
The following table shows the department-wise breakup of seats for admission in the Ph.D. programme for the session 2025-26, based on the State Govt. Reservation Policy. Note that the total number of seats is subject to increase or decrease with the approval of the competent authority.
| Sr. No. | Department | AIO | EWS (AIO) | HOGC | EWS (HOGC) | SC | SC Deprived | BC (A) | BC (B) | PH/ESM/DFF | Total Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Biotechnology | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 06 |
| 2. | Chemistry | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 02 |
| 3. | Commerce | 3 | 0 | 8 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 22 |
| 4. | Computer Science & Engineering | 2 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 17 |
| 5. | Economics | 2 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 10 |
| 6. | Environmental Science | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 03 |
| 7. | Geography | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 07 |
| 8. | Hindi | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 06 |
| 9. | History | 1 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 10 |
| 10. | Law | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 06 |
| 11. | Management | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 09 |
| 12. | Mathematics | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 05 |
| 13. | Pharmaceutical Sciences | 1 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 14 |
| 14. | Physics | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 08 |
| 15. | Political Science | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 09 |
| 16. | Psychology | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 02 |
| 17. | Yoga | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 04 |
| 18. | Zoology | 2 | 0 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 13 |
Additionally, each faculty member in each Department/Institute offers two supernumerary Ph.D. seats to foreign students. Foreign students must apply under the Supernumerary Category.
Academic Eligibility Criteria for Indira Gandhi University (IGU) Meerpur PhD Admission 2025-26
To seek admission to the Ph.D. programme, a candidate must fulfill the following academic criteria:
- A 1-year/2-semester master’s degree program after a 4-year/8-semester bachelor’s degree OR a 2-year/4-semester master’s degree program after a 3-year bachelor’s degree OR an equivalent qualification.
- The minimum required marks in the master’s degree is 55% in aggregate or its equivalent grade.
- Candidates seeking admission after a 4-year/8-semester bachelor’s degree program should have a minimum of 75% marks in aggregate or its equivalent grade.
- Candidates who have completed the M.Phil. programme with at least 55% marks in aggregate or its equivalent grade are also eligible for admission.
Note on Relaxation: A relaxation of 5% marks (from 55% to 50%) or an equivalent grade is granted to candidates belonging to SC/ST/BC-A & BC-B (non-creamy layer of Haryana), differently-abled candidates, or those from the Economically Weaker Section (EWS) of Haryana state.
Application Process and Fee
Candidates must apply for admission to the Ph.D. programme exclusively through the online mode on the University website, www.igu.ac.in. It is essential to read the Information Brochure carefully before filling out the Application Form.
Application Fee Structure:
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General Category candidates | Rs. 2000/- |
| SC/ST/BC/Differently abled candidates of Haryana only | Rs. 500/- |
| Foreign Candidates | USD $50/- |
- Separate application forms must be filled out for each subject.
- Candidates belonging to SC/ST/BC/Differently-abled from states other than Haryana will be treated as General Category candidates for all purposes.
- A regular employee applicant must submit the application form through their employer.
- Part-time applicants must submit a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their employer, permitting part-time studies, confirming sufficient time for research, and allowing relief from duties for coursework.
Important Note: Change in Subject/Department or Category, once opted, will not be allowed. However, a written application for category correction (along with proof) may be submitted to the concerned Chairperson before the last date of form submission.
Key Admission Dates: Indira Gandhi University (IGU) Meerpur PhD Admission 2025-26
Below is the schedule for the submission of the online application form and subsequent admission process for the Indira Gandhi University (IGU) Meerpur PhD Admission 2025-26:
| Schedule | Date |
|---|---|
| Opening Date of Registration | 21.10.2025 |
| Last date for submission of online application form | 10.11.2025 |
| Interview of candidates eligible under Category-I/Fellowship holders/GATE/GPAT/Entrance Test (wherever applicable) | 14.11.2025 |
| Display of Merit List (Overall & Category wise) | 17.11.2025 |
| 1st Counseling (Fee deposit on the same day) | 18.11.2025 |
| Display of vacant seats, if any | 19.11.2025 |
| Interview of candidates eligible under Category-II/Category-III | 20.11.2025 |
| Display of 2nd Merit List (Overall & Category wise) | 21.11.2025 |
| 2nd Counseling (Fee deposit on the same day) | 24.11.2025 |
| Display of vacant seats, if any & Display of 3rd Merit List | 25.11.2025 |
| 3rd Counseling (Fee deposit on the same day) | 26.11.2025 |
| Commencement of Course Work | 01.01.2026 |
Admission Procedure and Exemptions
Admission to the Ph.D. programme is primarily filled from two categories:
- Exempted Category Candidates: Seats shall primarily be filled from candidates with qualifications such as UGC-JRF, Joint CSIR-UGC JRF (with validity), UGC-NET, Joint CSIR-UGC NET, Teacher Fellowship holder, DST Inspire fellow, GATE, GPAT (with validity), etc..
- Entrance Test: Vacant seats, if any, out of the exempted category, shall be filled through an Entrance Test.
NET Qualified Candidates Categories:
As per the UGC letter dated 28th March, 2024, NET candidates under the exempted category are eligible in three categories:
- Category-1: Eligible for (i) admission to Ph.D. with JRF and (ii) appointment as Assistant Professor.
- Category-2: Eligible for (i) admission to Ph.D. without JRF and (ii) appointment as Assistant Professor.
- Category-3: Eligible for admission to Ph.D. programme only.
Admission Through Entrance Test:
The University shall conduct an Entrance Test for subjects where UGC/CSIR-NET/JRF is not conducted (e.g., Pharmaceutical Sciences, Hotel Management, etc.) and for other departments if seats remain vacant.
- Test Format: 100 multiple-choice questions (MCQs), each carrying one mark.
- Duration: 90 minutes.
- Qualifying Marks: Candidates must secure at least 50% marks in the Entrance Test to qualify.
- Relaxation: A relaxation of 5% marks (from 50% to 45%) in the entrance test is granted to reserved categories of Haryana (SC/ST/BC-A & BC-B Non-Creamy Layer, Differently-abled, and EWS).
Merit List Preparation for Indira Gandhi University (IGU) Meerpur PhD Admission 2025-26
The merit list for all categories will be prepared based on the following weightage:
1. Category I/Fellowship holders (with validity period)
| Weightage | Marks |
|---|---|
| Interview | 30 |
2. Category II/Category III/GATE/GPAT (with validity period)
| Weightage | Marks |
|---|---|
| NET/GATE/GPAT (Test Score) – 70% | 70 (Max) |
| Interview | 30 |
3. Admission through Entrance Test
| Weightage | Marks (100) |
|---|---|
| Entrance Test Score – 70% | 70 (Max) |
| Interview | 30 |
Interview Evaluation: The interview (viva voce) will test the candidate’s research acumen and includes evaluation on Domain knowledge, Research aptitude, and Research accomplishments. Candidates must appear with a concept note of 500 words about their research.
PhD Programme Fee Structure
The fee structure for Full-time and Part-time Ph.D. Scholars is as follows:
| Sr. No. | Particulars | For Full-time Ph.D. Scholar | For Part-time Ph.D. Scholar |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Admission/Enrollment Fee | Rs. 15,000/- | Rs. 20,000/- |
| 2. | Ph.D. Coursework Fee | Rs. 20,000/- | Rs. 25,000/- |
| 3. | Registration/Re-registration Fee | Rs. 15,000/- | Rs. 20,000/- |
| 4. | Annual Fee (Not requiring laboratory usage) | Rs. 15,000/- | Rs. 20,000/- |
| 5. | Annual Fee (Requiring laboratory usage) | Rs. 35,000/- | Rs. 40,000/- |
| 6. | Evaluation and Viva-Voce Fee (at thesis submission) | Rs. 25,000/- | Rs. 25,000/- |
| 7. | Alumni Fee | Rs. 1000/- | Rs. 1000/- |
The Admission/Enrollment Fee for foreign students is $1000.
Note on Fee Concession: SC students whose parents’ annual income is not more than Rs. 2.5 lacs may not be charged fee/funds like enrolment, registration, tuition fee, etc. at the time of admission.
Refund Policy: If a candidate leaves without attending any class and applies for a refund within 7 days of admission, the fee will be refunded after deducting 10% (subject to a minimum of Rs. 1,000/-). If the seat is not filled from the waiting list within 15 days of cancellation, no refund will be provided.
Reservation Policy Guidelines
The distribution and reservation of seats are in view of the reservation policy of the Govt. of Haryana.
Seat Distribution
| Sr. No. | Category | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| A | All India Open Category Seats (AIO) (Including candidates of Haryana) | 15% of the Sanctioned Intake |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) (AIO) | 10% of All India Open Quota | |
| B | State Quota (Haryana) | 85% of the Sanctioned Intake |
| B-1 | Haryana Open General Category (HOGC) | 50% of the State Quota |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) (HOGC) | 10% of the Haryana Open General Category State Quota | |
| B-2 | Reserved Categories of Haryana (Total) | 50% of the State Quota |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) of Haryana | 20% of the State Quota (50% of 20% for Deprived SC) | |
| Backward Classes of Haryana (BCA) | 16% of the State Quota | |
| Backward Classes of Haryana (BCB) | 11% of the State Quota | |
| Physically Handicapped (PH/ESM/DFF) | 03% of the State Quota |
- Candidates applying for a reserved category will first be considered in the General Category based on overall merit. If not selected there, they will be considered for the reserved category.
- SC/BC candidates selected/admitted in open competition on their own merit will not be counted against the reserved quota.
- If a seat remains vacant in the sub-categories of BC(A) and BC(B)/SC and SC(D), and no eligible candidate is available, the seat will be filled from the other sub-category during the 3rd Counseling.
- If reserved seats (except SC/SC(D)) remain vacant after the 3rd counseling, they may be thrown open to the Haryana General Category, and subsequently to the All India Open Category.
