Kota Open University Admission Phd

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Vardhman Mahaveer Open University PhD admission details are:

PhD

Botany,
Commerce,
Education,
Economics,
English,
Hindi,
History,
Library and Information Science, Management,
Political Science,
Public Administration

Eligibility:
The Candidates having master’s degree 55% (SC/ST 50%) in their relevant subject

Selection procedure
Admission is based on entrance test conducted by University.

Entrance exam subjects:
1. Commerce
2. Economics
3. Education
4. English
5. Hindi
6. History
7. Library and Information Science
8. Management
9. Political Science
10. Public Administration
11. Science (Botany)
12. Journalism
13. Physics
14. Geography
15. Computer Science
VMOU PhD admission
Ph.D Entrance Test - 2014
Download the form and send it to the following address: Director, Research and Development,
Room No. 601, Vardhaman Mahaveer Open University, Rawatbhata Road, Kota before or on 10th
March, 2014. (Forms shall be accepted only in Hard Copy till 5.00 PM)
Important Guidelines for Ph.D. Programme
Conditions for Eligibility:
• All the Candidates willing to join the programme will have to qualify the entrance test and
should fulfill the following conditions: Candidates who have secured at least 55% marks in the
relevant subjects (without rounding off) in Master’s Degree OR equivalent examination and
50% marks (without rounding off) in Bachelor’s Degree from the universities/institutions
recognized by UGC/AICTE/NCTE are eligible to apply for this programme.
• A relaxation of 5 % marks (without rounding off) will be given to the candidates belonging to
SC/ST categories of Rajasthan.
• The Weightage of 10 marks will be given to the following candidates in the final merit (writen
test and interview) who have qualified.
(i) Those who have qualified UGC/CSIR NET (JRF) examination /SET/GATE (with a valid score)/
Teacher Research Fellowship holder.
or
(ii) A candidate who has passed M.Phil. Course with a minimum of 65% marks from any recognized
university.
or
(iii) A permanent University/College Teacher who is appointed by RPSC/equivalent/duly
constituted selection committee, working in UGC scale and having a minimum five years
teaching experience on regular basis.
Entrance Examination Fee & Mode of Payment
Application form for Ph.D. admission can be downloaded from University web site
. The duly filled application form along with the attested marksheets/documents etc.
with Bank challan of Rs. 2000/- (Rs. Two thousand only) in the name of Vardhaman Mahaveer
VARDHAMAN MAHAVEER OPEN UNIVERSITY, KOTA
Rawatbhata Road, Kota (Rajasthan) PIN: 324 021
Open University, Kota in the office of the Director (Research) on or before the prescribed last date.
Bank detail as stated below:
Bank Name : Oriental Bank of Commerce, VMOU Branch, Kota
Account No. : 08952010000020
IFSC Code : ORBC 0100895
Subjects:
The Ph.D. Entrance Test of 2013 will be conducted in the following subjects:
1. Commerce
2. Economics
3. Education
4. English
5. Hindi
6. History
7. Library and Information Science
8. Management
9. Political Science
10. Public Administration
11. Science (Botany)
12. Journalism
13. Physics
14. Geography
15. Computer Science
Note : Candidates are advised to appear in the subject of their Post Graduation only.
General Instructions for Ph.D. Entrance Test
1. The Ph.D. Entrance Test will be held in Kota City only. (Venue will be informed via admit
card.)
2. The test would comprise of objective written test of 100 marks (40 + 60) and interview of 50
marks.
3. The time duration of the written examination will be of Three Hours.
4. The written part of Entrance Test will consist of two parts viz. Part I & Part II.
5. Question paper will be bilingual (Hindi and English).
6. Part I will be of 40 marks. This part will be compulsory for all the candidates. It will test the
General Awareness/Research Aptitude of prospective researchers.
7. Part II will be of 60 marks. It will be subject specific, which intends to test the subject mastery
and subject specific research aptitude of prospective researchers.
8. There will be NO Negative Marking in the written examination.
9. The aggregate qualifying marks in written examination for general candidate will be 50 and for
reserved candidate it will be 45 marks.
10. Details regarding availability of the seats and specialization in a particular subject and Test
dates of Ph.D. Entrance Exam will be uploaded on the university website and advertised in the
regional newspapers.
11. Reservation will be followed as per the policy of the Govt. of Rajasthan.
12. Syllabus of Ph.D. Entrance Test will be according to UGC-NET/SLET/CSIR/ICAR.
Syllabus of Ph.D. Entrance Test
Part I
The main objective of this part is to assess the research capabilities of the candidate. Therefore,
the test is aimed at assessing the general / research aptitude as well as their awareness. The candidates
are expected to possess and exhibit cognitive abilities (which include comprehension, analysis, evaluation,
understanding the structure of arguments and inductive and deductive reasoning).They are also expected
to have a general awareness and knowledge of sources of information.
The Part I will consist of 40 objective type questions in the form of Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ)
under following sub-heads:
• Language Comprehension and vocabulary.
• Information and Communication Technology Awareness:
ICT: Meaning, advantages, disadvantages and uses
General abbreviations and terminology
Basics of internet and e-mailing
Social Networking and Search engines
Latest Software for Data Interpretation for Research purposes
• General Research Aptitude
Research: Meaning, characteristics and types
Methods of research
Research ethics
Methods of Writing Bibliography and References
Paper, article, workshop, seminar, conference and symposium
Thesis writing: Its characteristics and format
• General Knowledge of Indian Higher Education System
Structure of the institutions for higher learning and research in India
Formal and Distance education
Professional / Technical and General Education
Latest policies, commissions and latest trends in Indian Higher Education System
Part II
Part II will also have 60 marks multiple choice objective type questions dealing with the core of
respective subjects.
Note: The syllabus will be the same as that of UGC/CSIR NET examination available on the UGC/
CSIR websites.
UGC website link:
CSIR website link:
Note: The subject specific syllabi for core papers and elective papers would be as per the latest
UGC-NET syllabus. The core papers intend to test the objective ability of the candidate in the
respective subject.
Time Allotment of Ph.D. Entrance Test Total 03 Hrs.
• Instruction Reading : 05 minutes
Marks Allotment of Ph.D. Entrance Test
For Written Test: 100 marks
• Part I : 40 marks 40 questions
• Part II : 60 Marks 60 questions
For Interview: 50 Marks
Research Board & Experts of Subject concerned will interview the qualified candidates.
Total Marks (Written & Interview): 150
The qualifying percentage in written test as well as in the interview for general candidate will be 50%
and for reserved candidate it will be 45%. However the final selection will be based on the merit in
each subject as per the available seats.
Validity of Test
The candidate qualifying the test would be eligible to be invited for the interview.
Interview
(i) The candidates declared qualified in the entrance test would be invited for an interview to be
conducted by the Research Board. At the time of interview the expert panel will assess through
a write up which is to be submitted by them on their proposed research problem and
understanding of research skill. They are expected to discuss their research proposal &
presentation.
(ii) The candidate would have to produce the original documents at the time of interview.
Registration in Ph.D.:
• In case of tie between successful candidates in any subject in the final merit, it will be resolved
by comparing the P.G. marks. If the tie is not resolved then further the marks obtained by the
candidates in U.G. will be compared to determine the final merit.
• The number of students shall be decided by the university. The University shall follow the
rules of the reservation policy in granting such admissions.
• In case of in-service candidates, ‘No Objection Certificate’, from the employer will
have to be submitted at the time of admission.
(a) Allocation of Supervisor
The allocation of the supervisor of the selected student shall be done by the Research Board
keeping in view the number of vacant seats available with the faculty members, and the available
specialization among the faculty supervisors.
(b) Course work and Preparation of Synopsis
After having been admitted to the Ph.D. programme, each student shall be required to undertake
course work for six months. The course work shall be treated as pre-Ph.D. preparation. It
shall include two papers, one on research methodology including quantitative methods and
computer applications and the other one shall be an intensive review of available literature/
research techniques relating to the proposed research area of the Ph.D. scholar.
Candidates undergoing course work are required to obtain a certificate from Director (Research
and Development) that he/she has successfully completed the course work.
The mode of examination regarding course work would be decided by the Director (Research
and Development)
Candidates on jobs must ensure that they will get study leave from their employer to
complete the six months course work as the university does not offer Ph. D. programme
through distance mode.
(c) Details of Ph.D. Fee
Tuition Fee Rs. 25,000/- per year
Registration Fee Rs. 5,000/-
Library Caution Money Rs. 1,000/-
Library Fee Rs. 3,000/-
Laboratory fee for research (Only scholars using laboratory
Facilities including computer) Rs. 3,000/-
Thesis Submission & Evaluation Fee Rs. 10,000/-
Re- Registration Fee (For Extension of One year
respectively) Rs. 10,000/-
(d) Registration and Synopsis Submission through Supervisor -
(a) The selected candidates for the degree of Ph.D. shall apply for registration in the prescribed
application form obtainable from the University on payment of prescribed fee. Application for
Ph.D. registration should be along with the proposed research work including the theme and
methodology to be followed, objectives and importance/relevance of the proposed work,
bibliography and other details. The candidate will have to deposit the prescribed registration
fee and submit the synopsis to the Director, Research and Development as per scheduled
date. The Registration process shall be initiated only when synopsis is submitted. The candidate
shall intimate the date of his/her joining the research to the Director, Research and Development
through the supervisor.
(b) The synopsis would be submitted, with in a period of three months from the date of the interview,
and during course work duly approved by the supervisor. It shall have to be submitted through
the concerned School.
General Instruction for Ph.D. Scholars:
1. If the outline of the proposed research work is approved, the Director, Research and
Development shall notify the candidate concerned regarding the approval of outline of work
and ask him/her to initiate the research work.
2. If the supervisor considers that the knowledge of a particular language is necessary for doing
research, the candidate shall be permitted only after he/she submits a certificate of passing the
required language form any University or recognised Institution.
3. The candidate registered for Ph.D. degree shall not be allowed to take up any other University
Examination. However, in exceptional cases, the Vice-Chancellor may grant such permission
in the interest of research, on the recommendation of the supervisor.
4. Every candidate registered for the Ph.D. degree shall submit yearly progress report to the
University through his Supervisor, who will record his observation about the progress of the
research work of the candidate on the report and will send a copy of the same to the Director,
Research and Development through the Director of School of the University.
It must be a piece of research work characterized by the discovery of facts or by fresh approach
towards the interpretation of facts or theories or an applied work of great significance. In either
case, it shall substantiate the capacity of the candidate for critical examination and independent
judgment. It should also be satisfactory so far as its presentation is concerned and must be
suitable for publication.
5. A candidate ordinarily shall not be permitted to change his Supervisor, subject/topic during the
course of his/her research, if, however, an occasion arises due to some technical difficulties,
the Vice-Chancellor may, on the recommendation of the Research Board (RB), permit any
modification in the subject/topic.
6. If a University Teacher retires, he/she will continue to submit the Ph.D. thesis of his/her candidates.
7. The candidate must have two research papers published/accepted to his/her credit in reputed
journals bearing ISSN as enlisted by the subject convener before submission and also he/she
has to present a pre-submission seminar before the School/Departmental Research Committee.
8. The minimum period required to submit the Ph.D. thesis is two years from the date of registration
provided that the candidate has successfully completed his/her course work and submitted the
Certificate.
9. In case a candidate fails to submit his/her thesis within 3 years, he/she may, in special
circumstances on the recommendation of the supervisor and duly forwarded by the concerned
Director of School, be permitted an extension of one year and further by one more year i.e.
after completing five years in total he/she will have to apply for re-registration. After getting reregistration,
he/she will have to submit his/her thesis within a period of two years otherwise he/
she will not be allowed to work after seven years in total.
10. A candidate whose registration for Ph.D. has been cancelled once, and if he/she so desires
may apply for fresh registration, but will again appear as fresh candidate and go through the
whole process of admission including Ph.D. entrance test.
11. The candidate shall submit through proper channel four printed or typed copies of his/her
Ph.D. thesis, which shall comply with the above conditions.
12. The Candidate will have to abide by all the ordinances and directives with regard to Ph.D.
programme and provisions of the University Act and Statutes.
13. During the registration for Ph.D. programme Candidate will have to maintain discipline and
obey the instructions issued by the concerned officers of the University from time to time.
NOTE: In the event of failure to take admission by the stipulated date, Candidate’s claim for admission
will automatically come to an end for which no petition whatsoever will be admissible. The seat remaining
vacant because of ‘non-reporting’/‘cancellation of allotment’ will be allotted to the next candidate in
the waiting list. Admission of any candidate can be cancelled on the following or the other similar
grounds;
a) failure to pay the prescribed fee;
b) unsatisfactory performance of research-work;
c) defiance/violation of rules/directives/instructions/ordinances at any level;
d) any act of indiscipline;
e) non-completion of course-work in two attempts, and/or
f) failure to submit the thesis within the prescribed time limit etc.
1. Subject Applied For: __________________________________
2. Name of the Candidate: _______________________________
(As per mark-sheet in block letters)
3. Mother’s Name: _____________________________________
4. Father’s /Husband’s Name: ____________________________
5. Guardian’s Name in case
Mother/Father/Husband is not alive: ________________________________________
6. Date of Birth : (As entered in the
High School Certificate) _______________________________________
7. Nationality: ________________________________________
8. Gender: Male / Female
9. Category (Tick one) : Gen / SC / ST / OBC
10. Marital Status: Married / Unmarried
11. Whether a differently abled person: YES / NO
12. Employment status: (a) Employed/ Unemployed/ Partially employed/
(b) Nature of Employment: Permanent/Regular/Temporary/Tenure/Contract
(c)Others (specify) _________________________________________
13. Whether awarded/eligible for any Scholarship/Fellowship: YES / NO, if yes specify
14. Address for correspondence (do not give PO Box No. Provide full address.)
Name : ————————————————†”————————
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Telephone Numbers
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VARDHAMAN MAHAVEER OPEN UNIVERSITY, KOTA
Rawatbhata Road, Kota (Rajasthan) PIN: 324 021
Office of Director (Research & Development)
APPLICATION FORM FOR Ph.D. PROGRAMME- 2014
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15. Particulars of educational qualifications: clearly calculate your percentage of
marks in two decimal points.
16. Specify details of Bank Challan of Rs. 2000/- (Two Thousand only) in favour of VMOU
payable at Kota to be submitted towards Prospectus, application, processing and
entrance examination fee.
DECLARATION
I declare that the statements made in this application form are true and complete to the best of my
knowledge and belief and none of my close relative is Supervisor in the subject I am applying for. I am
aware that if at any stage it is found that the statements made are not true or misleading, the admission/
registration if made will be cancelled and I shall not be entitled to refund of any fee paid by me to the
University. Further, I have carefully studied the Rules/Regulation/Instructions as given on the University’s
Website. I accept these Rules/Regulation/Instructions and I undertake to abide by the same.
Date:
Place: Signature of the Candidate
Name:
Checklist : (Tick the relevant boxes)
1. Certificates in support of educational qualification(s)
2. Date of birth Certificate (Age Certificate)
3. Category certificate for SC/ST/OBC/PH (if applicable)
4. Work Experience (Certificate compulsory for Employed partially person)
Note: Tick/Write the correct option wherever applicable and strike off the option not
applicable.
Sl.No. Name of Examination Year of
Passing
Major Subjects
Studied
Percentage of
Marks
Board/University
1. Secondary or equivalent
2. Sr. Secondary or equivalent
3. B.A./B.Sc./B.com.
4. M.A./M.Sc./M.Com./M.Ed.
5. M.Phil
6. NET/SLET/JRF
Transaction No. Amount (Rs.) Name of the Bank Date/Place
Rs. 2000=00 Oriental Bank of
Commerce
Roll No.(Allotted by Office): …………………............................. ..............
Name of Candidate: ………………………….................... ..................
Subject : ……………………………................. .......................
Date : 30th March, 2014
Time : 11.00 AM to 2.00 PM
Centre : University Campus, Kota.
(Signature of the Candidate) Director (Research)
VARDHAMAN MAHAVEER OPEN UNIVERSITY, KOTA
Rawatbhata Road, Kota (Rajasthan) PIN: 324 021
Office of Director (Research & Development)
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VARDHAMAN MAHAVEER OPEN UNIVERSITY, KOTA
Rawatbhata Road, Kota (Rajasthan) PIN: 324 021
Office of Director (Research & Development)
ADMIT CARD
Roll No.(Allotted by Office): …………………............................. ..............
Name of Candidate: ………………………….................... ..................
Subject : ……………………………................. .......................
Date : 30th March, 2014
Time : 11.00 AM to 2.00 PM
Centre : University Campus, Kota.
(Signature of the Candidate) Director (Research)
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Kota Open University through Distance Education offers PhD courses in various fields
Applications are invited for admission to Ph.D programme through entrance test

Ph.D courses
Botany,
Commerce,
Education,
Economics,
English,
Hindi,
History,
Library and
Information Science,
Management,
Political Science,
Public Administration

Eligibility:
You should have passed master’s degree with 55% (SC/ST 50%) in their relevant subject may apply through online application forms

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Important Dates

Last date for submission of VMOU Kota PhD admission application form is
Date of Entrance Exam: 05th May, 2013.

For any inquiry you can contact for this address
Contact address
Rawatbhata Road, Kota-324010
Phone - 91-744-2472507
Fax : 91-744-2472517
Email : rckota@vmou.ac.in