🏛️ The official notification for Kurukshetra University (KUK) PhD Admission 2026 (2nd Round) for the Academic Session 2025-26 has been released. This is a golden opportunity for aspiring researchers to join one of India's prestigious universities.
Eligible candidates are invited to submit online applications for Full-Time and Part-Time PhD programmes. Below, we break down all the essential details—eligibility, fees, important dates, and the admission process—to ensure you have all the information for a successful application. Check the full details and don't miss the deadline!
👉 See Ongoing PhD AdmissionMark your calendars! The schedule for the 2nd round of PhD admissions is compact and action-packed. All dates are official as per the notification dated 18 February 2026.
| Event | Date (2026) |
|---|---|
| 📢 Date of Notification | 18 February |
| 🖥️ Opening of Online Portal | 18 February |
| ⏰ Last Date (without late fee) | 2 March |
| ⏳ Last Date (with late fee of Rs. 2000/-) | 8 March |
| ✍️ Entrance Test (where applicable) | 11 March |
| 🔑 Uploading of Answer Keys | 11 March |
| 📬 Last Date for Objections | 12 March |
| 📊 Declaration of Result | 17 March |
| 📂 Counseling & Document Verification | 18 – 20 March |
| 📜 First Merit List | 24 March |
| 💰 Fee Payment Deadline (First List) | 25 March |
| 📜 Second Merit List | 27 March |
| 💰 Fee Payment Deadline (Second List) | 30 March |
| 🏫 Commencement of Coursework | 1 April |
Ensure you meet the academic and category-specific requirements before applying. The university offers relaxations as per Haryana government norms.
Educational Qualification
- Master's Degree: 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, with at least 55% marks (or equivalent grade).
- 4-Year Bachelor's (Honors with Research): Minimum 75% marks in aggregate.
- M.Phil. Holders: At least 55% marks in M.Phil. are also eligible.
Relaxation & Special Conditions
- Relaxation of 5% marks for candidates belonging to OSC/DSC/BC (Block A&B - non-creamy layer)/ Differently-Abled/EWS of Haryana.
- For Part-Time PhD: Two years of experience as a full-time employee is mandatory.
- Classical Indian Philosophy: Requires a Diploma in Sanskrit if not studied at BA/MA level.
- For Education and Library Science degrees, percentage is calculated by halving the combined marks (e.g., B.Ed + M.Ed).
Admission is granted based on valid national-level test scores or a university-conducted entrance test. The merit list is prepared with a clear point system.
Preference Order for Admission
- NET Qualified (Category-1) in Main/Allied subject (valid fellowship).
- DST Inspire Fellows in Main/Allied subject (with validity).
- NET Qualified (Category-2 or 3) in Main/Allied subject.
- Valid GATE/GPAT in Main/Allied subject.
- Entrance test for subjects where UGC-NET is not conducted (e.g., Pharmacy, Engg., Hotel Management).
Merit Point Calculation
| Candidate Category | Merit Point Formula |
|---|---|
| NET Qualified (Sr. No. 1-6) | (% in Master's × 50/100) + (% in NET × 50/100) + weightage(s) |
| GATE/GPAT Holders (Sr. No. 7-8) | % in GATE/GPAT Score + weightage(s) |
| University Entrance Test (Sr. No. 9) | (% in Master's × 50/100) + (% in Entrance Test × 50/100) + weightage(s) |
Entrance Test Details (where applicable)
- Total Marks: 100 | Questions: 100 MCQ | Duration: 2 Hours.
- Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted for every wrong answer.
- Eligibility Cut-off: 50% (45% for reserved categories of Haryana).
How to Apply
- Apply online through the official KUK website. The portal opens on 18 February 2026.
- Read the PhD Ordinance and Information Brochure carefully before filling the form.
- Ensure you have scanned copies of your photo, signature, and certificates ready before starting the application.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee (Rs.) |
|---|---|
| General / Others | 1400/- |
| SC/DSC/BC (Block A&B, non-creamy layer)/EWS/DA/Third Gender candidates of Haryana only | 350/- |
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