The Ph.D. in Humanities and Social Sciences at Jaypee University of Engineering and Technology (JUET), Guna, Madhya Pradesh is a part-time doctoral programme offered by a NAAC A+ accredited private university. The programme covers sociology, economics, management studies, English language and literature, communication studies, and interdisciplinary social research, culminating in an original research thesis. Admission is through the JUET Ph.D. Entrance Test; candidates holding GATE, UGC NET, SLET, or CSIR JRF qualification are exempted from the entrance test and proceed directly to the interview.
Key Points
- Duration: minimum 3 years (Part-Time); maximum 6 years
- Semester Fee: INR 29,000; total minimum INR 1,74,000 (3 years)
- Admission: JUET Ph.D. Entrance Test or GATE/UGC NET/CSIR JRF + interview
- Eligibility: M.A. or M.Sc. in a relevant Humanities or Social Sciences discipline from a recognised university with minimum 55 percent marks
- Accreditation: NAAC A+; 10 Ph.D. specialisations at JUET Guna
Jaypee University of Engineering and Technology (JUET), Guna Ph.D. Humanities and Social Sciences Fees
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|
| Tuition Fee (per semester) | INR 24,500 |
| Development Fee (per semester) | INR 4,500 |
| Total Fees (3 Years minimum, Hostel charges separate) | INR 1,74,000 |
- INR 24,500 tuition and INR 4,500 development per semester.
- Minimum 6 semesters (3 years): INR 1,74,000 total fees.
- Caution money INR 5,000 (refundable) not included above.
- No counselling charges for the Ph.D. programme.
- Hostel INR 84,000 per semester (food and laundry included), billed separately.
- Fees continue per semester until thesis submission; duration varies.
- Fee subject to MP Private University Regulatory Commission approval.
Jaypee University of Engineering and Technology (JUET), Guna Ph.D. Humanities and Social Sciences Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| JUET Ph.D. Application Last Date | June 27, 2026 | juet.ac.in |
| Ph.D. Entrance Test | July 4, 2026 (10:00 AM) | juet.ac.in |
| Ph.D. Interview | July 4, 2026 (12:00 PM onward) | juet.ac.in |
- GATE/NET/SLET/CSIR JRF exempts from entrance test; interview mandatory.
- Application fee INR 1,000 by bank transfer, DD, or QR code.
- The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must hold M.A. or M.Sc. in a relevant Humanities or Social Sciences discipline from a recognised university with a minimum 55 percent aggregate marks or CGPA 6.0 on a 10-point scale.
- Candidates with a valid UGC NET, SLET, or CSIR JRF/SRF qualification are exempted from the JUET Ph.D. Entrance Test; interview is mandatory for all.
- Part-time doctoral candidates must have a minimum of two years of relevant work experience at the time of admission.
Admission Process
- Download and fill the Ph.D. application form from juet.ac.in; pay INR 1,000 via bank transfer (UTR details to be emailed to vc.pandey@juet.ac.in) or demand draft in favour of ’Jaypee University of Engineering and Technology’.
- Submit the completed form with attested copies of marksheets, national-level exam result card (if applicable), photograph, and bank payment proof to the JUET Registrar by June 27, 2026.
- Appear in the JUET Ph.D. Entrance Test on July 4, 2026 (10:00 AM to 12:00 PM); candidates with GATE/NET/SLET/CSIR JRF qualification are exempted from the written test.
- Attend the personal interview on July 4, 2026 (from 12:00 PM); all shortlisted candidates must attend, including those exempted from the entrance test.
- Selected candidates receive an admission offer and complete enrolment with the JUET Research Cell and Registrar’s office.
✓ Opt for this if
- Working professionals in social research or communications seeking a doctoral credential
- Faculty aspirants at private engineering colleges needing a PhD in HSS
- Policy researchers or NGO professionals wanting to formalise research skills
- Mid-career professionals in Madhya Pradesh avoiding relocation for a full-time PhD
- Candidates who already hold a relevant M.A. with a research background
✗ Skip if
- Candidates seeking a PhD from a specialised social science university
- Students who want a vibrant humanities department with dedicated HSS faculty community
- Those targeting research roles in social science institutions like ICSSR-funded centres
- Freshers with no work experience, since part-time PhD requires 2 years of work experience
Jaypee University of Engineering and Technology (JUET), Guna Ph.D. Humanities and Social Sciences Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| JUET SC/ST Tuition Concession | 30% tuition fee concession | Candidates admitted under SC/ST category; automatic benefit as per JUET policy |
| JRF/SRF Fellowship (UGC/CSIR) | As per UGC/CSIR norms | Candidates qualifying CSIR-JRF or UGC-JRF may receive fellowship from the funding agency directly; verify eligibility with JUET research office |
| Madhya Pradesh State Scholarship | As per MP government norms | SC/ST/OBC/EWS students domiciled in Madhya Pradesh; apply via MP scholarship portal after joining; verify with JUET admissions office |
- JUET SC/ST: 30% tuition concession; automatic at admission.
- CSIR/UGC JRF fellowship from the funding agency; check current norms.
- Verify scholarship eligibility with JUET admissions at juet.ac.in.
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