Chaudhary Bansi Lal University (established under Haryana Act No. 25 of 2014) has officially released the Ph.D. admission notification for session 2025-26. The online application process begins 27 February 2026 and closes 16 March 2026 (extended to 19 March for Ph.D.). Hard copies must reach the concerned department by 19 March 2026 (PGDRP: 11 March). Candidates seeking admission to the Ph.D. programme must appear for the CBLU-RAT entrance test (exceptions: certain NET qualified as per UGC 27-03-2024 notification).
Alongside Ph.D., the university also invites applications for Post Graduate Diploma in Rehabilitation Psychology (PGDRP) — recognized by RCI, New Delhi. Below you'll find the complete schedule, seat matrix (department-wise with category details), and important dates extracted from the official bulletin.
🔍 See Ongoing PhD Admission| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Opening Date for online submission | 27.02.2026 |
| Last date for online submission (Ph.D.) | 19.03.2026 (earlier 16.03; extended?) * |
| Online correction (reservation/ quota) + email support | 18.03.2026 to 19.03.2026 |
| Downloading of Admit Card | 20.03.2026 |
| Last date Hard Copy submission in Dept | 21.03.2026 (up to 3:00 PM) |
| CBLU-RAT Entrance Test (Pharm. Sciences & others) | 23.03.2026 |
| Display of Entrance Test Marks | 28.03.2026 |
| Document Verification & Interview | 28.03.2026 – 01.04.2026 |
| Display of combined merit + provisional list | 02.04.2026 |
| Commencement of Classes | 06.04.2026 |
| Ph.D. Course work Examination | October 2026 |
⚠️ PGDRP (RCI) deadline: online closes 11.03.2026, hard copy 19.03.2026. For prescribed format & ordinance visit www.cblu.ac.in.
* The notice shows Ph.D. online closes 16.03, but later table says 19.03. The hard copy deadline is 21.03. Candidates should verify on portal.
| Department | Faculty (specialisation) | AIG | AIG (EWS) | HGC | HGC (EWS) | SC | DSC | BC-A | BC-B | PH/ESM | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pharmaceutical Sciences | Dr. Nitin Bansal (Prof) + others | 7 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 7 |
| History | Dr. Arjun Singh, Dr. Mayank Kinger, Dr. Deepak Kumar, Dr. Vipin Jain | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Management | Dr. Sunita Bharatwal, Dinesh, Vinod | 6 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 6 |
| English | Sneh Lata | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| Organic Chemistry | — | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 1 | — |
| Chemistry (incl. Organic) | — | 0 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Commerce | — | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| Physics | — | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 5 |
| Physical Education | Dr. Meera, Dr. Asha, Dr. Sanjeev, Dr. Lakha Singh | 3 | — | 2 | — | 1 | — | — | — | — | — |
| Psychology | — | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 6 | — | — | — | — |
| Biotechnology | — | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Zoology | — | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Mathematics | — | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
🔬 Seat interpretation: Numbers reflect available seats for the session 2025-26 across categories (AIG, HGC, SC, BC, PH etc.). Some cells merged/ simplified as per PDF page 3. Always verify from the official website.
- NET qualified candidates (prior to UGC Notification F.4-1 dated 27-03-2024) must appear in CBLU-RAT. Others with subsequent NET may be exempted; refer UGC guidelines.
- Fee deposit: Selected candidates must pay fees within two days of provisional list display. Waiting list candidates may be offered via Email/SMS by convener.
- Hard copy submission: Print online form, attach documents, and reach department by 21.03.2026, 3:00 PM (Ph.D.). For PGDRP (RCI), last date 19.03.2026.
- 📧 For correction in reservation category: email phdadmission@cblu.ac.in (18–19 March).
- All communication (interview, admit card) via university website & email/SMS. No separate letter.
- PG Diploma in Rehabilitation Psychology (PGDRP) – RCI recognized – also open. Separate dates: online closes 11.03.2026.
⚠️ No age limit mentioned in document, but keep ID proof ready. Age Calculator (if needed).
The official document does not specify fellowship amount. PhD scholars generally receive stipend as per UGC/State norms if they qualify for JRF or university fellowship. Candidates are advised to refer to the CBLU website for the Ph.D. ordinance. The PGDRP is a self-financing diploma; contact department for fee details.
- 🔖 Official CBLU website: www.cblu.ac.in (application format, ordinance, updates)
- 📧 Ph.D. admission email: phdadmission@cblu.ac.in (for corrections 18–19 March)
- 📋 See Ongoing PhD Admission @ Neucademy
