Alagappa University (ALU) PhD Admission 2026 notification has been released. Applications are invited for Pre-Registration Qualifying Entrance Examination for Ph.D. Programme across various disciplines. Candidates must check the eligibility criteria, important dates, and faculty disciplines before applying. Submission of application is through ONLINE mode only.
Alagappa University (ALU) PhD Admission 2026 offers research opportunities in Arts, Science, Management, and Education faculties. The university has specified minimum marks in the qualifying degree and essential qualifications for Ph.D. in Education. Candidates in the final year/semester of their P.G. Degree may also apply. For detailed information, visit the university website.
See Ongoing PhD AdmissionCandidates must meet the following eligibility criteria for Alagappa University (ALU) PhD Admission 2026:
- Candidates who have passed through 10+2+3+2/11+1+3+2/10+3+3+2 pattern alone can apply.
- Minimum marks in the qualifying degree:
- 50% of marks for SC/ST/OBC (non creamy layer) / Person with Disability.
- 55% of marks for all Other Candidates.
- M.Ed. (Education / Special Education) / M.A. Education is essential for Ph.D. in Education.
- Candidates who are in the final year / semester of their P.G. Degree may also apply.
Alagappa University (ALU) PhD Admission 2026 covers a wide range of disciplines under four faculties. Below is the list of disciplines:
| Faculty | Disciplines |
|---|---|
| Arts | Tamil, English, Women’s Studies, History, Economics, Social Work, Library & Information Science |
| Science | Mathematics, Computer Science, Physics, Chemistry, Biotechnology, Microbiology, Nanoscience & Technology, Bioinformatics, Bioelectronics & Biosensors, Oceanography & Coastal Area Studies, Zoology, Botany, Geology, Energy Science, Biomedical Sciences, Materials Science, Marine Biology, Nutrition & Dietetics |
| Management | Management, Commerce, Corporate Secretaryship, Bank Management, International Business, Logistics Management |
| Education | Education, Special Education, Physical Education |
For details of Approved Research Centres and discipline-wise recognised Research Supervisors, visit the university website.
Mark your calendar for the key events in Alagappa University (ALU) PhD Admission 2026 process:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Opening | 27.01.2026 from 10.00 a.m. onwards |
| Application Closing | 18.02.2026 by 05.00 p.m. |
| Date of Examination | At University Campus only, Karaikudi (date not specified in source, but interview date is given) |
| Interview | 08.03.2026 from 2.30 p.m. onwards |
The application fee for Alagappa University (ALU) PhD Admission 2026 is Rs. 1000/-. This fee is non-refundable once paid.
- Submission of application through ONLINE mode only.
- Examination will be conducted at University Campus only, Karaikudi.
- Interview is scheduled on 08.03.2026 from 2.30 p.m. onwards.
- For details of submission of application, Approved Research Centres and discipline-wise recognised Research Supervisors, visit University Website www.alagappauiversity.ac.in.
- For further details, contact: 9489079096.
For queries related to Alagappa University (ALU) PhD Admission 2026, contact:
- Contact Number: 9489079096
- Website: www.alagappauiversity.ac.in
- Address: University Campus, Karaikudi (as per document).
Notification issued by Prof. A. Senthilrajan, Registrar on 25.01.2026.


