Sardar Patel University (SPU) PhD Admission 2025-26 (Second Session) – Unlock Your Research Potential!
Sardar Patel University (SPU) PhD Admission 2025-26 (Second Session) notification has been released for various disciplines. Sardar Patel University, Vallabh Vidyanagar, an NAAC ‘A’ grade accredited institution, invites online applications for Ph.D. programmes from eligible candidates. The admission process includes online form submission, document verification, counseling, and compulsory coursework. This article provides all essential details including important dates, subjects, eligibility, fees, and guidelines.
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Sardar Patel University PhD Admission: Important Dates
| Date | Particular |
|---|---|
| 01/01/2026 | Information displayed on university website |
| 01/01/2026 to 10/01/2026 | Online application form filling |
| 02/01/2026 to 12/01/2026 | Document verification for SPU & OUG categories in person |
| 02/01/2026 to 13/01/2026 | OTG category forms by post |
| 17/01/2026 | Provisional list of eligible/not eligible students |
| 20/01/2026 | List of eligible students with counseling details |
| 21/01/2026 to 24/01/2026 | Admission counseling at departments |
| 31/01/2026 | List for Research Methodology (RM) & RPE coursework |
| 01/02/2026 | Fee payment of Rs.1,000/- for RM & RPE |
| 01/02/2026 to 07/03/2026 | RM & RPE coursework (online mode) |
| 08/03/2026 | Written exam for coursework (offline) |
| 13/03/2026 | Coursework exam result |
| 14/03/2026 | Application for supplementary exam |
| 15/03/2026 | Supplementary exam |
| 17/03/2026 | List of students completed RM & RPE |
| 20/03/2026 to 15/04/2026 | Departmental coursework |
| 21/04/2026 | List of students completed all coursework |
| 24/04/2026 | Registration procedure at departments |
Sardar Patel University PhD Admission: Subjects Offered
| Sr. No. | Subject/s |
|---|---|
| 01 | Biosciences (Biochemistry/Biotechnology/Botany/Microbiology/Zoology/Bioinformatics) |
| 02 | Business Studies (Commerce) |
| 03 | Biomedical Science |
| 04 | Chemistry/Applied Chemistry |
| 05 | Computer Science |
| 06 | Economics |
| 07 | Education |
| 08 | Electronics |
| 09 | English |
| 10 | Gujarati |
| 11 | Hindi |
| 12 | History |
| 13 | Home Science (GEN) (FRM) (FN) |
| 14 | Law |
| 15 | Library & Information Science |
| 16 | Material Science |
| 17 | Mathematics |
| 18 | Management |
| 19 | Social Work |
| 20 | Physics |
| 21 | Pharmaceutical Science |
| 22 | Political Science |
| 23 | Psychology |
| 24 | Sanskrit |
| 25 | Sociology |
| 26 | Statistics |
Sardar Patel University PhD Admission: Eligibility Criteria
- Master’s degree or equivalent with at least 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/OBC).
- Qualified through UGC-NET-JRF/CSIR-NET-JRF/NET-L/NET-Ph.D. Admission/GSLET/GATE for Ph.D./JEST (SERB)/ICAR for Ph.D./DBT/GPAT for Ph.D./INSPIRE Teacher Fellowship as per UGC rules.
- Eligibility validity: As per the validity of the respective examination or one year/two admission cycles, whichever is earlier (Clause R.Ph.D. 4.5.2.8(a)).
Sardar Patel University PhD Admission: Application Process
- Fill online application form at www.spuvvn.edu/studentscorner/admissions/Ph.D from 01/01/2026 to 10/01/2026.
- For SPU and OUG categories: Submit printout with documents in person at Room 118, Academic Section, SPU, by 12/01/2026, 4:00 PM.
- For OTG category: Send printout with self-attested documents by post to Registrar, Academic Section, SPU, to reach by 13/01/2026, 4:00 PM. Envelope must mention “Ph.D. Admission Form for the Academic Year 2025–2026 (Second Session) – OTG”.
- Application fee: Rs. 300/- for candidates with qualifying fellowships/exams.
- Incomplete forms or late submissions will be rejected.
Sardar Patel University PhD Admission: Fee Structure
(A) Fees for Grant-In-Aid Ph.D. (at Registration)
| Particular | Boys | Girls |
|---|---|---|
| Registration Fee | 1,000/- | 1,000/- |
| Tuition Fee | 600/- | (Six term exempted) |
| Term Fee | 4,400/- | 4,400/- |
| Gymkhana Fee | 150/- | 150/- |
| Library Fee (Per Semester) | 1000/- | 1000/- |
| Bar-coded ID Card Fee | 100/- | 100/- |
| Library Deposit | 200/- | 200/- |
| Total | 7,450/- | 6,850/- |
(B) Fees per Term for Grant-In-Aid Ph.D.
| Particular | Boys | Girls |
|---|---|---|
| Term Fee | 4,400/- | 4,400/- |
| Tuition Fee | 600/- | (Six term exempted) |
| Gymkhana | 150/- | 150/- |
| Library Fee (Per Semester) | 1000/- | 1000/- |
| Total | 6,150/- | 5,550/- |
(C) Fees for Self Finance Ph.D. in Institute/Center (Per Term)
| Institute | Stream | Fees (Rs.) |
|---|---|---|
| Anand Peoples Medicare Society, Anand | Humanities / Commerce / Management | 15,000/- |
| Basic Sciences | 35,000/- | |
| Charotar Education Society, Anand | Humanities / Commerce / Management | 25,000/- |
| Basic Sciences | 50,000/- | |
| Anand Institute of Social Work, Anand | – | 25,000/- |
Sardar Patel University PhD Admission: General Guidelines
- Check eligibility and subject availability before applying.
- Application fee is non-refundable.
- SPU and OUG candidates must submit forms in person; OTG by post.
- Late or defective applications will be rejected.
- Retain photocopy of application form and fee receipt.
- University reserves right to change subjects without notice.
- Canvassing will disqualify candidate.
- Present research proposal and original documents at counseling.
- Part-time candidates must submit No Objection Certificate (NOC) from employer.
- Complete Ph.D. coursework as per university rules.
- No simultaneous registration for other courses.
- Decision of Vice-Chancellor is final.
Important Notes
Note 1: As per Rules and Regulations for Ph.D. Programme September 2024, Clause R.Ph.D. 4.5.2.8 (a), the eligibility of a candidate who qualifies the entrance test is valid for one year or two admission cycles, whichever is earlier.
Note 2: Students will be registered for Ph.D. Programme only after successful completion of Ph.D. coursework.
Note 3: 80% attendance in each coursework is compulsory; less than 80% leads to cancellation of provisional admission.
Note 4: For OTG category, write on envelope: “Ph.D. Admission Form for the Academic Year 2025–2026 (Second Session) – OTG”.
Note 5: Rules and Regulations for Ph.D. Programme September 2024 are available on university website.
