The Dibrugarh University Research Admission Test (DURAT), 2025 (Phase I, Written Test) is scheduled for admission to the Ph.D. Programmes for the 2025-2026 session. The written test is scheduled for August 30, 2025, from 10:30 am to 01:30 pm. The DURAT is conducted to select eligible candidates for admission to the university’s Ph.D. programs.

Disciplines

Eligibility Criteria

• A candidate must have a 1-year/2-semester Master’s degree after a 4-year/8-semester Bachelor’s degree, or a 2-year/4-semester Master’s degree after a 3-year Bachelor’s degree, with a minimum of 55% aggregate marks or an equivalent grade.
• For candidates with a 4-year/8-semester Bachelor’s degree, a minimum of 75% aggregate marks or an equivalent grade is required for admission.
• A 5% relaxation in marks or an equivalent grade is allowed for candidates belonging to SC/ST/OBC, Differently-Abled, and Economically Weaker Section (EWS) categories.
• A candidate may also be enrolled if they hold a degree recognized as equivalent to a Master’s Degree in the subject they wish to pursue research.
• In special circumstances, the Research Council may allow a candidate to conduct research in a subject different from their Master’s degree, provided the branches are inter-related and the candidate is deemed competent.
• Candidates with a B.E./B.Tech. degree and a valid JRF/GATE score may also be considered for admission to the Ph.D. program.

Application Process

1. Candidates must register on the online application portal on the university’s website, www.dibru.ac.in, by providing their full name, password, and a mobile number.
2. An OTP will be sent to the registered mobile number for account activation.
3. After activation, candidates can log in using their mobile number and password.
4. The application fee of Rs. 950/- must be paid online using a Debit (ATM) Card, Credit Card, or Internet Banking. No other payment methods are accepted.
5. Candidates can save and review the information before final submission, but editing is not possible after submission.
6. Upon successful submission and payment, candidates will receive a fee payment receipt. They should print the payment receipt, application form, and admit card. The printed admit card must be brought to the examination center.

Selection Procedure

• The DURAT has two phases: Phase I is a written test (single paper, 100 marks, 70% weightage) and Phase II is a viva-voce conducted by the concerned department (30% weightage).
• The written test (Phase I) has a qualifying mark of 50%, with a 5% relaxation for reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC/PWD) and EWS.
• The written test paper will have two parts: 25% on Research Methodology/Research Aptitude and 75% from the subject’s core components. The paper is worth 100 marks and the exam duration is three hours.
• The paper pattern includes both Multiple Choice Objective Type (MCQ) questions and Descriptive Type questions. MCQs will have negative marking of 25% of the allotted marks.
• A list of provisionally selected candidates will be prepared based on performance in both phases. Admission of selected candidates will be finalized as per subsequent notifications.
• In general, not more than 50% of the seats in each subject will be filled by DURAT-qualified candidates, with the remaining 50% for DURAT-exempted candidates. The concerned Departmental Research Committee (DRC) will accommodate candidates based on interview performance, area of specialization, and the prospective supervisor’s specialization.

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