Murshidabad Maharaja Krishnanath University (MMKU) PhD Admission 2026-27 notification has been released for admission into various Ph.D. programmes offered by Murshidabad Maharaja Krishnanath University (MMKU), Berhampore for the Academic Session 2026-27. Eligible candidates can submit their applications through the official online admission portal within the prescribed schedule. Admission will be conducted according to the UGC (Minimum Standards and Procedure for Award of Ph.D. Degree) Regulations, 2022.

The university has invited applications in multiple departments including Science, Arts and Humanities. Candidates should carefully verify the eligibility criteria, application procedure, fee details, subject availability and important dates before submitting the online application form. Only one department can be selected in each application form, while applicants interested in multiple departments must submit separate applications for each programme.

1. Admission Overview
2. Available Ph.D. Departments
3. Application Process
4. Application Fee
5. Eligibility Criteria
6. Important Dates
7. Seat Matrix
8. Important Instructions
9. Important Links

The university has invited online applications for admission to the following Ph.D. programmes.

Candidates must complete the online application process through the official Ph.D. admission portal of Murshidabad Maharaja Krishnanath University. Applicants should carefully fill in all required details, upload the necessary documents and complete the online fee payment before submitting the application form.

• Read the eligibility criteria before filling the application form.
• Select only one department in one application form.
• Separate application forms are required for applying to more than one department.
• Upload all required self-attested documents.
• Submit the completed application before the last date.
• Complete online payment to successfully process the application.

The application fee is non-refundable and should be paid online using Credit Card, Debit Card or Net Banking. Applicants are advised to keep the payment receipt safely for future reference.

Candidates applying for Murshidabad Maharaja Krishnanath University (MMKU) PhD Admission 2026-27 must satisfy the eligibility conditions prescribed under the UGC (Minimum Standards and Procedure for Award of Ph.D. Degree) Regulations, 2022. The eligibility requirements are summarized below.

• A relaxation of 5% marks (or equivalent grade relaxation) is available for SC, ST, OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), PwD, EWS and other eligible categories as per UGC Regulations and Government of West Bengal rules.
• Reservation will be followed according to the existing Government rules and regulations.
• Any future directions issued by competent authorities regarding reservation policy shall also be implemented.
• Additional relaxation shall be applicable as per prevailing UGC Guidelines.

• Applicants should carefully read the eligibility criteria before filling the application form.
• The application form is common for all departments.
• Only one department can be selected in one application form.
• Candidates applying for multiple departments must submit separate application forms.
• The application form should be filled only in English unless otherwise specified.
• Upload self-attested copies of all required mark sheets and certificates.
• The subject qualified in UGC-NET, CSIR-NET, SET, SLET, GATE, ICMR, CEED, DBT or similar examination should correspond to the subject offered by the concerned department.
• Candidates appearing in the final semester/year examination may apply provisionally.
• Failure to produce the final mark sheet or degree certificate before interview/admission will lead to cancellation of candidature.
• Read and accept the declaration before final submission of the application.
• The application will be processed only after successful payment of the application fee.
• Incomplete or incorrect applications are liable to be rejected.
• The university reserves the right to cancel the admission process at any stage if required.
• In-service candidates must submit a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their employer at the time of admission.

Applicants should keep the following documents ready while submitting the online application.

• Self-attested mark sheets and certificates of qualifying examinations.
• Proof of qualifying national-level examination, wherever applicable.
• Category certificate, if applicable.
• Other supporting documents required by the university.

Candidates applying for Murshidabad Maharaja Krishnanath University (MMKU) PhD Admission 2026-27 should complete all admission-related activities within the revised schedule announced by the university.

1. What is the application mode for Murshidabad Maharaja Krishnanath University (MMKU) PhD Admission 2026-27?

The application process is completely online through the official Ph.D. admission portal.

2. How many departments are offering Ph.D. admission?

Applications are invited in 13 departments including Bengali, Botany, Chemistry, Economics, English, Geography, History, Mathematics, Philosophy, Physics, Physiology, Sanskrit and Zoology.

3. What is the application fee?

The application fee is ₹500 for General/OBC candidates and ₹250 for SC/ST candidates.

4. Can final semester students apply?

Yes. They may apply provisionally but must submit their final mark sheet or degree certificate before interview/admission.

5. How many total seats are available?

A total of 53 Ph.D. seats are available across different departments for the Academic Session 2026-27.

Murshidabad Maharaja Krishnanath University (MMKU) PhD Admission 2026-27 offers eligible candidates an opportunity to pursue doctoral research across multiple disciplines. Interested applicants should carefully check the eligibility criteria, application procedure, fee details, department-wise seat matrix and revised admission schedule before submitting the online application. Candidates are also advised to regularly visit the university website for any updates or notifications related to the admission process.