MMMUT Ph.D: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. The MET-PhD is the departmental entrance test conducted by MMMUT Gorakhpur for PhD admissions. It assesses research aptitude and subject-specific knowledge through multiple choice questions. Candidates who qualify the written test are then called for a departmental interview before the doctoral committee. UGC-NET/JRF and CSIR-NET-JRF qualified candidates may be exempt from the written test per university norms and proceed directly to the interview stage.

Ans. Yes, candidates who hold a valid UGC-NET/JRF or CSIR-NET-JRF qualification may be exempt from the MET-PhD written test at MMMUT Gorakhpur per university norms. Such candidates are generally required to appear only for the departmental interview. It is advisable to confirm the exemption criteria with the respective department at the time of application, as norms may vary by discipline.

Ans. The total fee for the minimum 3-year (6-semester) Ph.D at MMMUT Gorakhpur is INR 1,73,600 for all specializations. Odd semesters carry a programme fee of approximately INR 54,000 to INR 65,000, while even semesters carry a nominal registration charge of INR 200 only. Hostel charges are payable separately as per university norms.

Ans. Yes, MMMUT Gorakhpur offers Ph.D in Economics and English in addition to its engineering and science specializations. This makes it one of the few government technical universities in Uttar Pradesh offering doctoral programmes across humanities and social sciences alongside engineering streams like CSE, ECE, and Mechanical Engineering. Eligibility requires a relevant master’s degree with minimum 60% marks.

Ans. Full-time PhD scholars at MMMUT Gorakhpur can access the UGC Junior Research Fellowship and Senior Research Fellowship if they hold a valid UGC-NET-JRF qualification. Scholars in AICTE-approved technical programmes may also be eligible for the AICTE Doctoral Fellowship. UP government category-based scholarships are additionally available for SC, ST, OBC, and minority students domiciled in Uttar Pradesh.

Ans. Candidates must hold a relevant master’s degree with a minimum of 60% marks (first class) from a recognised university. Reserved category candidates domiciled in Uttar Pradesh are eligible with a minimum of 55% marks. In addition to the marks criterion, candidates must qualify the MET-PhD written test and departmental interview, unless exempt via a UGC-NET/JRF or CSIR-NET-JRF qualification.