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Kharagpur College PhD Admission 2026: Complete Notification Released
Kharagpur College PhD Admission 2026 notification has been officially released for the 2024-2025 session under the Research Centre in Humanities and Social Sciences. The college invites applications from eligible candidates who have qualified UGC-NET/SET/GATE or equivalent exams recognized by Vidyasagar University’s Board of Research Studies, and who have cleared the RET (Research Eligibility Test) 2023-2024 conducted by Vidyasagar University.
The Kharagpur College PhD Admission 2026 program offers research opportunities in multiple disciplines within Humanities and Social Sciences. The application process is completely online through the college portal, requiring a non-refundable fee of ₹1000. This comprehensive admission process marks an important opportunity for research aspirants in West Bengal to pursue doctoral studies at an established institution with a legacy since 1949.
See Ongoing PhD AdmissionEligibility Criteria for Kharagpur College PhD Admission 2026
Candidates must meet specific academic requirements to be eligible for the Kharagpur College PhD Admission 2026. The eligibility criteria ensure that applicants have the necessary foundation for successful doctoral research in their chosen disciplines within Humanities and Social Sciences.
- Completion of a 2-year/4-semester Master’s Degree after a 3-year Bachelor’s Honours Degree or equivalent qualification recognized by statutory regulatory bodies
- General category candidates: Minimum 55% marks in Master’s Degree
- SC/ST/OBC (non-creamy layer)/Persons with Disabilities/EWS candidates: Minimum 50% marks in Master’s Degree
- Qualification in UGC-NET/SET/GATE or equivalent examinations recognized by Vidyasagar University’s Board of Research Studies
- Qualification in RET (Research Eligibility Test) 2023-2024 conducted by Vidyasagar University
Research Disciplines for Kharagpur College PhD Admission 2026
The Kharagpur College PhD Admission 2026 program offers research opportunities in eight core disciplines within Humanities and Social Sciences. The Research Centre welcomes research proposals with interdisciplinary approaches, with relevance certificates issued by competent authorities.
| Disciplines Available | Additional Information |
|---|---|
| Bengali | Interdisciplinary research proposals are invited with Relevance Certificate from competent authority |
| Sanskrit | |
| Hindi | |
| History | |
| Political Science | |
| Philosophy | |
| Economics | |
| Commerce |
Important Notes for Applicants
Candidates must carefully note the following points for Kharagpur College PhD Admission 2026:
- Applications failing to meet minimum eligibility criteria will be rejected without consideration
- Selection will be based solely on interview performance
- Category reservations will follow prevailing government norms and regulations
- Employed candidates must upload a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their employer during the online application process
- All communication regarding admission will be through official channels only
Important Dates: Kharagpur College PhD Admission 2026
| Particulars | Date |
|---|---|
| Publication of Admission Notification | 27.12.2025 |
| Admission Portal Opens | 29.12.2025 |
| Last Date for Online Application | 16.01.2026 |
| Provisional List of Applicants | 19.01.2026 |
| Claims and Objections | 20.01.2026 |
| Final List of Applicants | 22.01.2026 |
| Interview Schedule Publication | To Be Announced |
| Interview Admit Card Download | To Be Announced |
| Interview Dates | To Be Announced |
| Provisional Merit List | To Be Announced |
| Admission Date | To Be Announced |
| Course Work Commencement | To Be Announced |
Application Process for Kharagpur College PhD Admission 2026
The Kharagpur College PhD Admission 2026 application process is completely online. Candidates must follow the specified steps to ensure successful submission of their application for consideration in the doctoral program.
- Visit the official application portal starting December 29, 2025
- Make a non-refundable online payment of ₹1000 through credit card, debit card, or net banking
- Complete the online application form with accurate details
- Upload required documents including NOC for employed candidates
- Submit the application before the deadline of January 16, 2026
Application Links:
Online Application: https://forms.gle/NRZ3gte3kgPPPPtg7
Payment Portal: SBI Collect Payment Link