Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya GGU PhD Admission 2026-27 is being conducted for admission to Ph.D. programmes in various disciplines through the Vishwavidyalaya Research Entrance Test (VRET) and the VRET-Exempted Category. Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya, Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh, has issued guidelines for admission to the Ph.D. Programme for the 2026-27 session.
According to the admission guidelines, applicants can seek admission through two streams: VRET and VRET Exempted. The university has provided Ph.D. seats across different Schools of Studies and subjects, including Arts, Engineering & Technology, Life Science, Management & Commerce, Mathematical & Computational Science, Natural Resources, Physical Science, Social Science, Education, Interdisciplinary Education and Research, and Law.
The admission process includes eligibility requirements, subject-wise seat availability, entrance test and interview procedures, separate merit preparation for VRET and VRET-Exempted candidates, reservation provisions, application fee, important dates, coursework requirements and fellowship provisions. International students and working professionals are also covered under the admission notice, subject to the applicable conditions.
See Ongoing PhD Admission- Introduction
- Admission Overview
- Disciplines and Subjects
- VRET Seat Availability
- VRET-Exempted Seat Availability
- Eligibility Criteria
- VRET-Exempted Category
- International Students and Working Professionals
- Admission Procedure
- VRET Exam Pattern and Selection
- VRET-Exempted Merit Calculation
- Shortlisting and Final Merit List
- Ph.D. Course Work
- Reservation
- Application Processing Fee
- How to Apply
- Important Dates
- VRET Test Centre
- VRET Test Instructions
- Fellowship
- Result
- Important Notes
- Official Links
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| University | Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya, Bilaspur, C.G. |
| Programme | Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) |
| Session | 2026-27 |
| Admission Streams | VRET and VRET-Exempted Category |
| Entrance Test | Vishwavidyalaya Research Entrance Test (VRET) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Entrance Test Mode | Offline |
| Counselling and Admission | Offline |
| Application Fee | Rs. 1500 for General/OBC/EWS; Rs. 750 for SC/ST/PWD |
Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya states that admission will be made through VRET as well as directly under the VRET-Exempted Category. Admissions are to be conducted according to the GGV Ph.D. Regulations 2023, decisions of the Academic Council and applicable UGC minimum qualification regulations.
The Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya GGU PhD Admission 2026-27 notice provides Ph.D. admission opportunities under the following Schools of Studies and disciplines:
| School of Studies | Subjects / Departments |
|---|---|
| Arts | Hindi; English and Foreign Languages; Library and Information Sciences |
| Engineering & Technology | Electronics and Communication Engineering; Civil Engineering; Computer Science Engineering; Information Technology; Chemical Engineering; Industrial & Production Engineering; Mechanical Engineering |
| Life Science | Anthropology & Tribal Development; Botany; Zoology |
| Management & Commerce | Commerce; Management Studies |
| Mathematical & Computational Science | Computer Science & Information Technology (CSIT); Mathematics |
| Natural Resources | Forestry, Wildlife & Environmental Science; Pharmacy |
| Physical Science | Chemistry; Pure & Applied Physics |
| Social Science | Political Science; Social Work; Economics; History |
| Education | Education; Physical Education |
| Interdisciplinary Education and Research | Biotechnology; Rural Technology & Social Development; Forensic Science |
| Law | Law |
The following subject-wise seats are available under the VRET category according to the admission document. The table includes category-wise distribution, total seats and PWD seats wherever specified.
| School / Subject | UR | EWS | SC | ST | OBC | Total | PWD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arts – Hindi | 00 | 00 | 01 | 01 | 00 | 02 | 00 |
| Arts – English and Foreign Languages | 03 | 00 | 01 | 00 | 01 | 05 | 00 |
| Arts – Library and Information Sciences | 00 | 00 | 01 | 00 | 01 | 02 | 00 |
| Engineering – Electronics and Communication Engineering | 08 | 02 | 03 | 02 | 06 | 21 | 01 |
| Engineering – Civil Engineering | 13 | 03 | 04 | 02 | 09 | 31 | 01 |
| Engineering – Computer Science Engineering | 04 | 03 | 01 | 01 | 06 | 15 | 00 |
| Engineering – Information Technology | 06 | 03 | 04 | 01 | 08 | 22 | 01 |
| Engineering – Chemical Engineering | 09 | 02 | 05 | 03 | 09 | 28 | 01 |
| Engineering – Industrial & Production Engineering | 01 | 01 | 03 | 00 | 07 | 12 | 00 |
| Engineering – Mechanical Engineering | 13 | 02 | 04 | 02 | 08 | 29 | 01 |
| Life Science – Anthropology & Tribal Development | 00 | 00 | 01 | 01 | 00 | 02 | 00 |
| Life Science – Botany | 01 | 00 | 01 | 01 | 01 | 04 | 00 |
| Life Science – Zoology | 03 | 00 | 02 | 01 | 01 | 07 | 00 |
| Management & Commerce – Commerce | 03 | 00 | 02 | 01 | 05 | 11 | 00 |
| Management & Commerce – Management Studies | 01 | 02 | 01 | 01 | 05 | 10 | 00 |
| Mathematical & Computational Science – CSIT | 01 | 02 | 01 | 01 | 01 | 06 | 00 |
| Mathematical & Computational Science – Mathematics | 03 | 02 | 01 | 02 | 05 | 13 | 00 |
| Natural Resources – Forestry, Wildlife & Environmental Science | 03 | 02 | 00 | 01 | 03 | 09 | 01 |
| Natural Resources – Pharmacy | 06 | 01 | 01 | 00 | 02 | 10 | 00 |
| Physical Science – Chemistry | 04 | 00 | 00 | 00 | 01 | 05 | 00 |
| Physical Science – Pure & Applied Physics | 00 | 03 | 04 | 02 | 00 | 09 | 00 |
| Social Science – Political Science | 03 | 02 | 00 | 01 | 01 | 07 | 00 |
| Social Science – Social Work | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 | 01 | 01 | 00 |
| Social Science – Economics | 03 | 00 | 01 | 00 | 02 | 06 | 00 |
| Social Science – History | 02 | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 | 02 | 00 |
| Education – Education | 03 | 03 | 01 | 00 | 03 | 10 | 00 |
Note: The admission document states that admission to the Ph.D. programme is subject to the availability of seats and supervisors. The University reserves the right to fill or not fill any seat and to alter the nature and number of seats if circumstances so warrant.
Under the VRET-Exempted Category, the admission notice provides a separate set of seats for candidates who qualify for exemption from the VRET according to the specified conditions.
| School / Subject | UR | EWS | SC | ST | OBC | Total | PWD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arts – Hindi | 02 | 00 | 00 | 00 | 01 | 03 | 00 |
| Arts – English | 02 | 01 | 00 | 00 | 02 | 05 | 00 |
| Arts – Library and Information Sciences | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Engineering – Electronics and Communication Engineering | 01 | 00 | 01 | 01 | 01 | 04 | 00 |
| Engineering – Computer Science Engineering | 02 | 02 | 02 | 03 | 00 | 09 | 00 |
| Engineering – Information Technology | 00 | 03 | 01 | 01 | 03 | 08 | 00 |
| Engineering – Chemical Engineering | 10 | 03 | 05 | 03 | 08 | 29 | 01 |
| Engineering – Physical Education | 05 | 00 | 01 | 00 | 03 | 09 | 00 |
| Engineering – Civil Engineering | 03 | 03 | 01 | 01 | 05 | 13 | 00 |
| Engineering – Mechanical Engineering | 02 | 02 | 02 | 02 | 08 | 16 | 00 |
| Engineering – Industrial and Production Engineering | 01 | 00 | 00 | 00 | 07 | 08 | 00 |
| Life Science – Anthropology & Tribal Development | 02 | 00 | 01 | 01 | 01 | 05 | 00 |
| Life Science – Botany | 02 | 02 | 02 | 00 | 01 | 07 | 00 |
| Life Science – Zoology | 00 | 01 | 03 | 00 | 02 | 06 | 00 |
| Management & Commerce – Commerce | 02 | 03 | 02 | 00 | 05 | 12 | 00 |
| Management & Commerce – Management Studies | 00 | 01 | 00 | 00 | 01 | 02 | 00 |
| Mathematical & Computational Science – CSIT | 03 | 02 | 00 | 00 | 01 | 06 | 00 |
| Mathematical & Computational Science – Mathematics | 01 | 02 | 03 | 01 | 06 | 13 | 00 |
| Natural Resources – Forestry, Wildlife & Environmental Science | 03 | 01 | 00 | 00 | 01 | 05 | 00 |
| Natural Resources – Pharmacy | 08 | 01 | 02 | 01 | 04 | 16 | 00 |
| Physical Science – Chemistry | 05 | 00 | 00 | 00 | 01 | 06 | 00 |
| Physical Science – Pure & Applied Physics | 06 | 05 | 06 | 02 | 11 | 30 | 00 |
| Social Science – Political Science | 02 | 01 | 01 | 00 | 01 | 05 | 00 |
| Social Science – Social Work | 02 | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 | 02 | 00 |
| Social Science – Economics | 02 | 01 | 01 | 01 | 01 | 06 | 00 |
| Social Science – History | 01 | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 | 01 | 00 |
| Education – Education | 01 | 02 | 01 | 01 | 00 | 05 | 00 |
| Education – Physical Education | 01 | 00 | 01 | 00 | 00 | 02 | 00 |
| Interdisciplinary Education and Research – Biotechnology | 03 | 01 | 01 | 01 | 02 | 08 | 00 |
| Interdisciplinary Education and Research – Rural Technology & Social Development | 04 | 02 | 03 | 01 | 04 | 14 | 00 |
| Interdisciplinary Education and Research – Forensic Science | 00 | 00 | 01 | 00 | 01 | 02 | 00 |
| Law – Law | 00 | 01 | 00 | 00 | 01 | 02 | 00 |
| Total | 71 | 40 | 40 | 20 | 79 | 250 | 1 |
The document specifically notes that the availability of seats and supervisors will determine admission. The University also reserves the right to fill or not fill seats and to alter the nature and number of seats where circumstances warrant.
For VRET Category
The following categories of qualifications are eligible to seek admission to the Ph.D. programme:
- A 1-year/2-semester master's degree programme after a 4-year/8-semester bachelor's degree programme.
- A 2-year/4-semester master's degree programme after a 3-year bachelor's degree programme.
- Qualifications declared equivalent to the master's degree by the corresponding statutory regulatory body.
The candidate must have at least 55% marks in aggregate or an equivalent grade wherever a grading system is followed.
A relaxation of 5% marks or its equivalent grade may be allowed for SC/ST/OBC (non-creamy layer)/Differently-Abled, EWS and other categories of candidates as per the decision of the Commission from time to time.
A candidate seeking admission after a 4-year/8-semester bachelor's degree programme should have a minimum of 75% marks in aggregate or equivalent grade. A relaxation of 5% may be allowed for the specified categories.
M.Phil. Qualification
Candidates who have completed the M.Phil. programme with at least 55% marks in aggregate or equivalent grade are eligible for admission to the Ph.D. programme. The document also provides for the applicable 5% relaxation for the specified categories.
Under the VRET-Exempted Category, eligible applicants are exempted from the VRET but are required to appear for an interview conducted by the DRC.
The document identifies the following categories for VRET exemption:
- Permanent, regular, temporary or ad-hoc employees of Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya or other Government, Autonomous or Private entities in India and abroad having appointments on substantive posts. Such candidates have to provide a No-Objection Certificate from the appropriate authority.
- International students having the prescribed eligibility or sponsored by an agency, subject to applicable Government of India and University rules.
- Applicants who have qualified for fellowship or scholarship through UGC-NET/JRF, UGC-CSIR NET, GATE, CEED, NET for Ph.D. and similar national-level tests or applicants belonging to such categories under applicable UGC notifications.
- Applicants who have qualified NET Category-I, Category-II and Category-III and similar National Level Tests according to applicable UGC notifications are also considered under the exempted category.
Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya allows International Students and Working Professionals to apply under the admission notice. Such candidates may apply through the VRET-Exempted Category, subject to the applicable provisions.
For International Students, each supervisor can guide up to two international research scholars on a supernumerary basis over and above the permitted number of Ph.D. scholars, subject to the stated provisions.
Part-Time Ph.D. for Working Professionals
Ph.D. programmes through part-time mode are permitted provided all conditions stipulated in the Ph.D. Regulations are fulfilled.
The concerned department shall obtain a No-Objection Certificate in the prescribed format through the candidate from the appropriate authority of the organisation where the candidate is employed. The certificate should clearly state that:
- The candidate is permitted to pursue studies on a part-time basis.
- The candidate's official duties permit sufficient time for research.
- If required, the candidate will be relieved from duty to complete the course work.
The Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya GGU PhD Admission 2026-27 process has two streams: VRET and VRET-Exempted.
| Stream | Selection Process |
|---|---|
| VRET | VRET Entrance Test followed by Interview/Viva-voce/Presentation |
| VRET-Exempted | Interview/Viva-voce and the applicable merit calculation prescribed for the category |
For VRET seats, the University will admit applicants through a two-stage process consisting of an entrance test followed by an interview. The qualifying marks for the Entrance Test are 50%.
The VRET syllabus consists of 50% research methodology and 50% subject-specific content. The examination is of 120 minutes duration and consists of a single question paper of 100 marks containing 100 multiple-choice questions.
Admission is based on marks obtained above the qualifying marks in VRET and the order of merit. A 5% relaxation in the entrance examination is allowed for the specified reserved and other categories according to the applicable Commission decisions.
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Duration | 120 minutes |
| Total Questions | 100 |
| Total Marks | 100 |
| Question Type | Multiple Choice Questions |
| Research Methodology | 50% of the syllabus |
| Subject Specific | 50% of the syllabus |
| Qualifying Marks | 50% |
| Entrance Test Weightage | 70% |
| Interview/Viva-voce/Presentation Weightage | 30% |
The final selection based on the entrance test gives 70% weightage to the VRET marks and 30% weightage to performance in the interview/viva-voce.
For Candidates Having UGC-NET/UGC-CSIR NET/GATE etc. Score
For candidates having a score in UGC-NET, UGC-CSIR NET, GATE and similar applicable examinations, the merit calculation is based on:
- 70% weightage of the normalized score.
- 30% weightage of Personal Interview/Viva-voce.
For Other VRET-Exempted Candidates
| Component | Maximum Marks |
|---|---|
| Personal Interview/Viva-voce | 20 |
| Research Proposal Presentation | 30 |
| Academic Background | 50 |
| Total | 100 |
Academic Background Marks
| Qualification | Maximum Marks | More Than 75% | 75% to 60% | Less Than 60% |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10th (HSC) | 5 | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| 12th (HSSC) | 5 | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Under Graduate | 20 | 20 | 10 | 5 |
| Post Graduate | 20 | 20 | 15 | 10 |
The admission document states that the above calculation may also be used for all types of applicants if marks in other defined categories are not available for preparation of the merit list.
The final merit lists for VRET and VRET-Exempted applicants are prepared separately for each subject. The overall marks for preparing the merit are 100.
The shortlisting of applications for VRET and VRET-Exempted applicants for the concerned subjects is carried out separately by the Admission Committee constituted for the concerned department or Research Centre.
The concerned department committee shortlists applications according to the applicable shortlisting criteria described in the Regulations and Admission Brochure. The University may notify modifications in the shortlisting criteria where considered necessary.
The DRC prepares category-wise VRET and VRET-Exempted merit lists. The final selection list is displayed on the University's website as well as on the departmental Notice Board.
All provisionally admitted students have to undertake course work for a minimum period of one semester, equivalent to six months, or as prescribed by the UGC from time to time.
A temporary mentor will be allotted to students by the DRC and approved by the Dean before the beginning of the course work. As far as possible, the mentor will be the supervisor to whom the student will be allotted after successful completion of the course work.
The course work is treated as Pre-Ph.D. preparation and includes three papers carrying a total of 12 credits.
| Course Work Component | Details |
|---|---|
| First Paper | Compulsory course on research methodology; may include quantitative methods, computer applications, review of published research and other techniques/methods, including Research and Publication Ethics. |
| Second and Third Papers | Proposed by the respective departments according to available specialization. |
| Total Credits | 12 Credits |
| Minimum Marks for Continuation | 55% or equivalent in course work |
All applicants admitted to the Ph.D. programme are required to successfully complete the prescribed Pre-Ph.D. course work. If a student is unable to qualify after the second attempt, the admission will be cancelled automatically.
If a student fails the course work examination in the first attempt, only one additional attempt is provided after payment of the applicable fees. Successful completion of course work is binding on all Ph.D. students, including VRET and VRET-Exempted applicants.
Ph.D. scholars, except International Students and Working Professionals, are also required to undergo training in teaching, education, pedagogy or writing related to their chosen Ph.D. subject. Scholars may also be assigned 4–6 hours per week of teaching/research assistantship for tutorial or laboratory work and evaluations.
Reservation for SC, ST, OBC, EWS and PWD applicants will be provided according to Government of India rules.
SC/ST/OBC/EWS applicants must submit a copy of the relevant certificate showing their category. The certificate will be subject to verification by the concerned District Magistrate.
The admission notice specifies authorities empowered to issue the required certificates, including District Magistrate/Additional District Magistrate/Collector/Deputy Commissioner and other specified magistrate, revenue and administrative authorities.
The document clearly states that a certificate issued by any other person or authority will not be accepted.
| Category | Application Processing Fee | Payment Mode |
|---|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | Rs. 1500 | Online |
| SC / ST / PWD | Rs. 750 | Online |
The application processing fee is applicable to applicants appearing in VRET or applying under the VRET-Exempted Category.
- Check the applicable eligibility requirements before submitting the application.
- Select the applicable VRET or VRET-Exempted category.
- Submit the application form through the online application portal.
- Pay the applicable application processing fee through online mode.
- Applicants appearing in VRET should download the provisional admit card when made available.
- VRET applicants have to appear for the entrance test at the prescribed test centre.
- Eligible candidates then participate in the applicable interview/presentation process.
- Candidates have to submit the required documents during the interview.
| Event | Date / Schedule |
|---|---|
| Start of Online Application Process | 31.07.2026 |
| Last Date of Submission of Online Application | 25.08.2026 |
| Display of Admit Card Online | 07.09.2026, 05:00 PM |
| Vishwavidyalaya Research Entrance Test (VRET) | 20.09.2026, 11:00 AM |
| Declaration of VRET Result | 30.09.2026, 05:00 PM |
| Interviews / Presentation | 12.10.2026 to 16.10.2026 (Tentative) |
| Commencement of Classes | 02.11.2026 |
Applicants should check the official admission information and university website for any subsequent notification or modification because the admission document states that the University may alter or modify conditions and rules where applicable.
The Vishwavidyalaya Research Entrance Test will be conducted at the Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya, Bilaspur campus.
The entrance test is to be conducted offline. Candidates appearing for VRET must carry the valid admit card and occupy the seat allotted according to their roll number.
- A question booklet and a separate OMR answer sheet will be provided.
- Candidates should check the question booklet within 10 minutes of receiving it.
- Roll Number, Question Booklet Number and Set Number, where applicable, must be entered in the prescribed places.
- Blue or black ball-point pen must be used as specified.
- Each question has four alternative answers.
- Only the selected answer should be marked on the OMR sheet.
- Marking more than one circle or improper marking will result in the answer being treated as incorrect.
- There is no negative marking.
- An unattempted question receives zero marks.
- No page from the question booklet may be torn or removed.
Items Not Allowed in the Examination Hall
The document states that calculators, watch calculators, electronic diaries, pagers, mobile phones, earphones, alarm clocks, digital watches with memory, slide rules and similar prohibited items are not allowed in the examination hall.
Licensed weapons, firearms and tools that can be used as lethal weapons are also not allowed.
Important Examination Rules
Applicants found using unfair means may be disqualified from the test and may also be debarred from admission to other courses in future according to the applicable University rules and regulations.
No scrutiny or revaluation of the answer book is allowed. The applicant must also carry a valid admit card and may not be permitted to enter the test hall after commencement of the entrance test.
The admission document provides a fellowship provision for eligible full-time research scholars of university teaching departments admitted through VRET who are not receiving financial assistance from any funding agency.
| Particular | Provision |
|---|---|
| Monthly Fellowship | Rs. 8,000 per month |
| Contingency for Science/Engineering Students | Rs. 10,000 per year |
| Contingency for Humanities/Social Science Students | Rs. 8,000 per year |
The fellowship is subject to UGC norms and University Ph.D. Ordinance/Regulations and is subject to approval or sanction by the University Grants Commission. Candidates cannot claim the fellowship as a right at any stage.
The document further states that fellowship privilege may not be extended to scholars involved in acts of indiscipline on record.
Non-NET Fellowship for VRET-Exempted Candidates
Non-NET Fellowship will not be granted to applicants admitted under the VRET-Exempted Category. However, after taking admission in the Ph.D. programme, such candidates may avail Non-NET Fellowship after qualifying the VRET conducted subsequently, from the date of declaration of the results of that test.
Candidates applying under the VRET-Exempted Category have to submit an undertaking in the prescribed format while attending the interview.
Candidates admitted to Ph.D. programmes in Engineering & Technology, Management or Computer Science departments approved by AICTE to postgraduate level may be eligible for AICTE Doctoral Fellowship (ADF) 2025-26, subject to the stated eligibility criteria and approval or sanction by AICTE.
Results of VRET will be declared on the University's website. The admission document states that no queries regarding the result will be entertained.
Applicants are also advised to contact the concerned department after declaration of the result.
Visit University Website- Applicants must satisfy themselves about fulfilling the minimum eligibility requirements before filling the online application form.
- Applications containing forged or fake information or involving fraudulent means will be rejected without intimation, and the applicant may be debarred from subsequent entrance tests conducted by the University.
- Applicants appearing in VRET are provisionally allowed subject to verification of marksheets, degrees, certificates and other qualifying documents.
- Degrees and certificates recognized by the Association of Indian Universities are deemed equivalent according to the stated provision.
- Mere appearance in the entrance test or securing a place in the merit list does not guarantee admission.
- The University may cancel or refuse admission if minimum eligibility requirements are not fulfilled, false documentation is found or for another valid reason.
- No TA/DA will be paid to applicants for appearing in the Entrance Test or Interview.
- The University reserves the right to alter, add, modify or relax conditions or rules in the interest of the Vishwavidyalaya according to applicable guidelines.
- In case of dispute, ambiguity or clarification regarding admission in a subject or department, the decision of the Vishwavidyalaya will be final and binding on applicants.
- All Ph.D. scholars are governed by the Ph.D. Ordinance/Regulations of Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya as amended from time to time.
| Purpose | Link |
|---|---|
| Admission Notification | Notification |
| Online Application | Application Portal |
| University Website | GGU Official Website |
Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya GGU PhD Admission 2026-27 offers two admission streams: VRET and VRET-Exempted. The VRET route involves an entrance test followed by an interview, while eligible VRET-Exempted candidates are considered without the VRET and are interviewed by the DRC.
The admission notice covers Ph.D. opportunities across Arts, Engineering & Technology, Life Science, Management & Commerce, Mathematical & Computational Science, Natural Resources, Physical Science, Social Science, Education, Interdisciplinary Education and Research, and Law. The document provides subject-wise seats, eligibility requirements, application fees, selection methodology, important dates, coursework provisions, reservation rules and fellowship information.
Applicants should carefully check the prescribed eligibility conditions, category requirements, subject-wise seat availability and applicable selection process before submitting the application for Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya GGU PhD Admission 2026-27.