University of Delhi (DU) has invited online applications for admission to its Ph.D. programmes for the academic session 2026-27. Applications are being accepted through the University’s Ph.D. admission portal.

According to the official Bulletin of Information published on 6 October 2026, registration begins on 6 October 2026 and closes on 18 October 2026. Interviews will be conducted physically by the respective departments/centres from 21 to 31 October 2026.

Applicants must check the department-wise eligibility, major research areas, allied subjects, seat matrix and research-proposal requirements in the official Bulletin of Information and on the concerned department’s website before applying.

1. Admission Overview
2. Important Dates
3. Eligibility Criteria
4. Departments, Research Areas & Seats
5. Application Fee
6. Selection Process
7. Documents Required
8. How to Apply
9. Important Instructions
10. Helpdesk
11. Official Links

Note: Candidates should regularly check the University admission portal and the website of the concerned department/centre for interview schedules, updates, corrigenda and any revised dates.

Eligibility is department- and programme-specific. The Bulletin of Information lists the qualifying degree, required NET subject or other applicable requirement, major research areas and allied subjects for individual departments/centres. A general qualification alone does not guarantee eligibility for every Ph.D. programme.

• Check the eligibility entry for the particular department/centre in the official Bulletin of Information.
• Check the prescribed NET subject and any allied-subject conditions, where applicable.
• Confirm whether a research proposal is mandatory at registration and review the department’s instructions for preparing it.
• Review the department’s major research areas and available seats before selecting a programme.
• Meet all applicable University ordinances, amendments, rules and notifications.

For the 2026-27 admission cycle, the Bulletin states that NET examination scores from December 2025 and June 2026 will be considered. Candidates should read the complete official bulletin for the specific rules applicable to their programme.

Ph.D. programmes are offered through University of Delhi departments and centres under multiple faculties, including Arts, Applied Social Sciences and Humanities, Education, Interdisciplinary and Applied Sciences, Music, Commerce and Business Studies, Mathematical Sciences, Sciences, Law, Social Sciences and Medical Sciences.

The Bulletin of Information provides department-wise eligibility, major research areas, allied subjects and category-wise seat matrices. Some departments also direct applicants to their own websites for detailed research areas, seat information, interview procedures or other programme-specific instructions.

Important: Seats shown in the Bulletin may vary. Departments/centres may decide not to fill seats if suitable candidates are not available. Please consult the official bulletin and relevant department website for the current seat matrix rather than relying on third-party summaries.

Open the official Bulletin of Information to view department-wise details and seat matrices.

The registration fee is non-refundable. Check the live application portal for the applicable payment instructions before completing payment.

1. Online registration: Submit the application through the University’s Ph.D. admission portal within the registration window.
2. Eligibility and document review: The concerned department/centre assesses applications under the applicable eligibility rules and programme requirements.
3. Departmental interview: An interview is mandatory for all candidates and will be conducted in physical mode at the respective department/centre.
4. Departmental recommendation: Recommendations of the Departmental Research Committee (DRC) and Board of Research Studies (BRS) are scheduled by 10 November 2026.
5. Document verification: Candidates must appear in person at the concerned department for verification of original documents when required.
6. Fee payment: Candidates offered admission must complete payment within the prescribed deadline, scheduled up to 15 November 2026.

Travel and accommodation: The University states that no TA/DA or accommodation will be provided for attending the interview. Candidates should make their own arrangements in advance.

Prepare the documents relevant to your eligibility and category. The exact requirements may vary by department and must be confirmed from the application portal and official bulletin.

• Details and certificates of qualifying degree(s), marksheets and academic records.
• NET score/qualification details for the applicable examination session.
• Research proposal, if required by the department/centre.
• SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS/PwBD certificate, where applicable, in the prescribed format.
• Any additional certificates or documents specified by the concerned department/centre.
• Original documents for in-person verification at the relevant stage.

This is a practical checklist, not an exhaustive official document list. Follow the exact requirements shown on the portal and in the Bulletin of Information.

1. Open the official DU Ph.D. admission portal.
2. Read the Ph.D. Bulletin of Information 2026-27 carefully before registering.
3. Identify the department/centre and verify its eligibility criteria, research areas, allied-subject requirements and seat information.
4. Complete the online registration and enter the required personal and academic details.
5. Provide the relevant NET examination details and other information requested by the portal.
6. Upload the documents and research proposal, if required, in the prescribed format.
7. Pay the applicable non-refundable registration fee for each programme applied to.
8. Review all entries and submit the application before 18 October 2026.
9. Save a copy of the submitted application and payment confirmation for future reference.
10. Keep checking the admission portal and the concerned department’s website for interview instructions and subsequent updates.

• The registration period stated in the Bulletin is 6–18 October 2026.
• Interview is mandatory for all candidates and will take place in physical mode at the respective department/centre.
• No TA/DA or accommodation will be provided for attending the interview.
• Applicants must check the department’s research areas, allied subjects, seat matrix and research-proposal requirements before applying.
• Original documents must be produced for verification at the stage specified by the University.
• Incomplete applications, failure to meet eligibility conditions, non-submission of documents or failure to pay fees within the stipulated deadline may result in loss of admission consideration.
• The University may revise the Bulletin, schedule or rules. Any update published on official University/admission websites should be followed.
• For the 2026-27 session, the registration portal may be opened more than once during the academic year; applicants should rely on official announcements for any further phase.

For department-specific eligibility, interview schedules and research-related questions, contact the relevant department/centre directly.

Candidates interested in University of Delhi PhD Admission 2026-27 should review the official Bulletin of Information and department-specific requirements before submitting an application.

The registration deadline is 18 October 2026. Interviews are scheduled for 21–31 October 2026 and will be conducted in person.

Submit the application through the official portal and keep checking official websites for any changes or additional instructions.

Use the official links below for the application form, Bulletin of Information and University updates.