University of Hyderabad Ph.D Comparative Literature: Fees 2027, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

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05 Jun, 2026 University of Hyderabad has announced Ph.D Comparative Literature Fee structure 2026. The total academic fee is ₹ 64,980 .

Total fees
INR 21,160
2 years, no hostel
Stipend
INR 4.44 LPA
UGC JRF first two years
Score range
60/100
UoH exam plus interview guide
Selection
Interview
30 marks after shortlist

About UOH Ph.D. Comparative Literature

University of Hyderabad offers a full-time Ph.D. in Comparative Literature through the Centre for Comparative Literature. The programme has a minimum period of two years and starts with course work, research ethics and supervised thesis work. UoH is a UGC central university and NIRF ranked it #17 among universities in 2025. The full fee without hostel for the first two years is INR 21,160, and INR 29,860 with hostel cost added. You get a seat through the UoH entrance route or the UGC NET route, followed by interview. The 2026 intake had 3 UoH entrance seats. A UGC JRF scholar gets INR 4.44 LPA in the first two years.

UOH Ph.D. Comparative Literature Fees

The full course costs INR 21,160 without hostel and INR 29,860 with hostel. The tuition fee is INR 15,240 of that. You pay the tuition fee each semester, four times in two years. The deposit of INR 2,160 comes back when you leave. Hostel cost adds INR 8,700 over two years.

Fee headAmountHow it is charged
Tuition feeINR 15,240INR 3,810 a semester, 4 semesters
Students union fundINR 1,160INR 580 a year, 2 years
Students welfare fundINR 520INR 260 a year, 2 years
Medical feeINR 4,240INR 2,120 a year, 2 years
DepositINR 2,160One time, refundable
Hostel costINR 8,700INR 4,350 a year, 2 years
Total, no hostelINR 21,160Full course
Total with hostelINR 29,860Full course

UOH Ph.D. Comparative Literature Admission Dates

The next form is expected in Apr 2027 and the entrance test is expected in Jun 2027. Counselling should follow after the interview list. Watch the UoH admissions page because the fee is paid on the counselling day.

EventDateStatus
UoH Ph.D. registration, last date to applyApr 2027 to May 2027Tentative
Hall ticket downloadJun 2027Tentative
UoH entrance examJun 2027Tentative
Final answer key and resultJul 2027Tentative
Interview shortlistJul 2027Tentative
Admission counselling and allotmentJul 2027Tentative
Admission fee paymentJul 2027Tentative
Reporting and document checkAug 2027Tentative
Classes startAug 2027Tentative

UOH Ph.D. Comparative Literature Eligibility

The table asks for a master's degree with 55% marks, or the relaxed mark for reserved categories. You need Comparative Literature, a language or literature subject, or a related field. You must bring the category paper if you claim relaxation.

RequirementWhat you need
DegreeMaster's degree in Comparative Literature, language, literature or a related field
Marks55% for General, 50% for reserved categories
RouteUoH entrance exam or UGC NET route
LanguageEnglish is the medium of instruction

UOH Ph.D. Comparative Literature Admission Process

UoH first takes the online form and fee. You then write the entrance exam or apply through UGC NET. Shortlisted students attend the interview with the research proposal. If selected, you pay the first semester fee the same day.

StepWhat you do
1. Fill formSubmit the UoH online form and pay the application fee
2. Write examTake the UoH entrance exam if your route needs it
3. Attend interviewCarry the research proposal and original papers
4. Join seatPay the first semester fee after allotment

UOH Ph.D. Comparative Literature Cutoff

A score near 75/100 is a strong score and 60/100 is the working cutoff range used here. UoH does not publish a clean closing score for this course. The interview carries 30 marks, so the final list can still change after the test.

CategoryScore rangeRound and year
General75/100 and aboveGuide range, 2027
OBC-NCL65/100 and aboveGuide range, 2027
SC55/100 and aboveGuide range, 2027
ST55/100 and aboveGuide range, 2027
EWS65/100 and aboveGuide range, 2027

UOH Ph.D. Comparative Literature Placements

The published pay figure for this research course is the UGC JRF stipend of INR 4.44 LPA. UoH does not publish a course placement rate for this Ph.D. Most outcomes are teaching, research, publishing, translation and cultural work after thesis submission.

MetricValue
UGC JRF stipendINR 4.44 LPA for the first two years
Course placement rateNot published
Common pathTeaching, research, publishing and translation
Centre focusIndian, world, cultural and literary studies

UOH Ph.D. Comparative Literature Scholarships

Four schemes can cut the cost by INR 5,000 to INR 15,000 in this calculator. The SC and ST social welfare route gives the biggest guide waiver. State and central schemes need income papers, and PwD students pay fewer heads at admission.

ScholarshipWho can get itAmount or waiver
SC or ST fee supportSC or ST, family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs a yearINR 10,000 over the course
Central Sector SchemeAny category, family income up to INR 8 Lakhs a yearINR 5,000 over the course
EWS supportEWS certificate, family income up to INR 8 Lakhs a yearINR 5,000 over the course
OBC post-matric supportOBC-NCL, family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs a yearINR 5,000 over the course

UOH Ph.D. Comparative Literature Ranking

UoH stands at #17 in NIRF University ranking 2025 and is a UGC central university. NIRF ranks the whole university, not this one centre. The rank still matters because Ph.D. students use the same library, faculty network and campus systems.

Ranking bodyYearRank or grade
NIRF University2025#17
UGC2026Central university
Institution of Eminence2020Granted status

UOH Ph.D. Comparative Literature Course Structure

The first year has course work of 12 to 14 credits and a research ethics course of 2 credits. The thesis work follows under a supervisor. You choose the topic with the faculty after the centre checks the proposal.

YearWhat you study
Year 1Course work, research ethics and proposal work
Year 2Thesis work with the supervisor
After year 2Further thesis work if the scholar needs more time

Should you pick Ph.D. Comparative Literature at UOH?

This course suits students who want literary research and can spend long months reading, writing and meeting a supervisor.

Pick it if:
You want Indian and world literatures: the centre teaches comparative reading across languages, culture and theory.
You have a clear proposal: UoH asks for a research proposal before the interview, so prepare it early.
You need a low fee: the official two-year fee is small, so the money pressure is lower.
Your score is close: the interview has marks, so a strong proposal can still help you.
Skip it if:
You want a quick job: UoH does not publish a placement rate for this Ph.D., so plan your own path.
You dislike theory work: the course needs research ethics, course work and a long thesis.
You cannot report in person: counselling asks selected students to come to campus with original papers.
You need many seats: the entrance route had only a small approved intake for this course.
Counsellor's advice
If your proposal matches a faculty area, take the interview seriously. If you need a campus job path, ask the centre before paying.
Ph.D. Comparative Literature Eligibility▾
Master's degree: You need Comparative Literature, a language, literature or a related subject.
Marks: You need 55% marks; reserved category students use the relaxed mark.
Medium: The centre teaches in English, so you must read and discuss in English.
Proposal: Submit a short research proposal with the application if the form asks for it.
Route: UoH entrance exam or UGC NET route can lead to the interview.
Ph.D. Comparative Literature Admission Process▾
Apply online: Fill the UoH form and pay the application fee before the last date.
Write exam: UoH entrance route students write the test at the given centre.
Attend interview: Shortlisted students discuss the proposal, method and primary texts.
Check list: UoH posts selection and counselling lists only on the admission site.
Pay fee: Pay the first semester fee on counselling day or you lose the seat.

Ph.D. Comparative Literature Admission Dates 2027

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The 2027 calendar is not out yet. These dates are estimates based on 2026. A date marked Confirmed is official.

Tentative
Apr 2027 to May 2027
UoH Ph.D. registration, last date to apply
The form is expected to open online and close in May 2027.
Tentative
Jun 2027
Hall ticket download
Download it before the exam date and check the centre.
Tentative
Jun 2027
UoH entrance exam
The test is expected in the same month as the 2026 cycle.
Tentative
Jul 2027
Final answer key and result
Use the result to check whether you can attend the interview.
Tentative
Jul 2027
Interview shortlist
Carry your proposal and original papers if your number appears.
Tentative
Jul 2027
Admission counselling and allotment
Report in person; proxy reporting is not taken.
Tentative
Jul 2027
Admission fee payment
You lose the seat if the fee is not paid the same day.
Tentative
Aug 2027
Reporting and document check
Bring originals and copies named in the checklist.
Tentative
Aug 2027
Classes start
Course work and supervisor discussions begin after joining.

Source: UoH admission notices and prospectus. Confirm on the official site before you act.

University of Hyderabad Ph.D. Comparative Literature Fees 2027

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This is the full 2-year cost, not one year. Turn on the toggle to add hostel cost.

Tuition fee
Per semester × 4, INR 3,810 a semester
INR 15,240
Students union fund
Per year × 2, INR 580 a year
INR 1,160
Students welfare fund
Per year × 2, INR 260 a year
INR 520
Medical fee
Per year × 2, INR 2,120 a year
INR 4,240
Deposit Refundable
One time, returned when you leave
INR 2,160
Add hostel cost
Hostel cost
Per year × 2, INR 4,350 a year
INR 8,700
Total course fee
INR 21,160
2 years · tuition + yearly fees, hostel not added
Total course fee
INR 29,860
2 years · tuition + yearly fees + hostel cost
Education loan EMI
INR 357
7 yr · 10.5% per year
ROI
2098%
average first-year pay INR 4.44 LPA vs the full fee
Education loan EMI
INR 503
7 yr · 10.5% per year
ROI
1487%
average first-year pay INR 4.44 LPA vs the full fee

Source: UoH semester wise fee. Confirm on the official site before you act.

Will your score get you a seat at University of Hyderabad?

Pick your category and route. The cutoff ranges are guide scores because UoH does not publish a clean closing score.

Category
Route
General · UoH Exam
75/100 and above: yes, you have a strong chance. Prepare for the interview.
60/100 to 74/100: almost there. Your proposal and interview can still help.
Below 60/100: not safe. Apply again and improve your proposal.
General · UGC NET
80/100 and above: yes, you have a strong chance. Prepare for the interview.
65/100 to 79/100: almost there. Your proposal and interview can still help.
Below 65/100: not safe. Apply again and improve your proposal.
OBC-NCL · UoH Exam
65/100 and above: yes, you have a strong chance. Prepare for the interview.
55/100 to 64/100: almost there. Your proposal and interview can still help.
Below 55/100: not safe. Apply again and improve your proposal.
OBC-NCL · UGC NET
70/100 and above: yes, you have a strong chance. Prepare for the interview.
60/100 to 69/100: almost there. Your proposal and interview can still help.
Below 60/100: not safe. Apply again and improve your proposal.
SC · UoH Exam
55/100 and above: yes, you have a strong chance. Prepare for the interview.
45/100 to 54/100: almost there. Your proposal and interview can still help.
Below 45/100: not safe. Apply again and improve your proposal.
SC · UGC NET
60/100 and above: yes, you have a strong chance. Prepare for the interview.
50/100 to 59/100: almost there. Your proposal and interview can still help.
Below 50/100: not safe. Apply again and improve your proposal.
ST · UoH Exam
55/100 and above: yes, you have a strong chance. Prepare for the interview.
45/100 to 54/100: almost there. Your proposal and interview can still help.
Below 45/100: not safe. Apply again and improve your proposal.
ST · UGC NET
60/100 and above: yes, you have a strong chance. Prepare for the interview.
50/100 to 59/100: almost there. Your proposal and interview can still help.
Below 50/100: not safe. Apply again and improve your proposal.
EWS · UoH Exam
65/100 and above: yes, you have a strong chance. Prepare for the interview.
55/100 to 64/100: almost there. Your proposal and interview can still help.
Below 55/100: not safe. Apply again and improve your proposal.
EWS · UGC NET
70/100 and above: yes, you have a strong chance. Prepare for the interview.
60/100 to 69/100: almost there. Your proposal and interview can still help.
Below 60/100: not safe. Apply again and improve your proposal.
EDITOR'S NOTE

Do not treat the score alone as the final answer. UoH gives weight to the interview and research proposal, so read the centre's faculty areas before you apply.

University of Hyderabad Ph.D. Comparative Literature Scholarship Calculator

Answer two questions to see what you can claim. Confirm the final amount with the college.

Category
Annual family income
Scholarships you missedYou do not qualify on your answers. Tap to see why.▾

Each chip below says which answer blocked the scheme.

SC or ST fee support
INR 10,000
State social welfare department
Can reduce tuition and yearly fees after approval.
Who qualifies: SC or ST, family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs a yearApply by Oct 2027
Not eligible on your answers
Central Sector Scheme
INR 5,000
Ministry of Education, through NSP
Can help with course cost if the student keeps passing.
Who qualifies: any category, family income up to INR 8 Lakhs a yearApply by Oct 2027
Not eligible on your answers
EWS support
INR 5,000
University or government support route
Can reduce the net course cost after paper check.
Who qualifies: EWS certificate, family income up to INR 8 Lakhs a yearApply by Sep 2027
Not eligible on your answers
OBC post-matric support
INR 5,000
Backward classes welfare department
Can reduce tuition after the state approves the claim.
Who qualifies: OBC-NCL, family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs a yearApply by Nov 2027
Not eligible on your answers
No scheme matches these answers. Ask the college about paying in parts and about education loans.
Estimated total waiver
INR 5,000
Your net course fee: INR 16,160
Estimated total waiver
INR 0
Your net course fee: INR 21,160
Estimated total waiver
INR 10,000
Your net course fee: INR 11,160
Estimated total waiver
INR 15,000
Your net course fee: INR 6,160
Estimated total waiver
INR 10,000
Your net course fee: INR 11,160

University of Hyderabad Ph.D. Comparative Literature vs similar colleges

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UGC JRF first two years
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Fees and pay can change. Check each college site before you decide.

FAQs on University of Hyderabad Ph.D. Comparative Literature

Straight answers to what students ask before they decide.

Should I take Ph.D. Comparative Literature at UOH?▾
Yes, if you want a research degree with low fees and a strong humanities campus. The two-year fee without hostel is INR 21,160, and the centre has course work before thesis work. Check the faculty areas first, because the supervisor match matters more than the college name.
Is this course worth the fee?▾
Yes, the fee is low for a full-time research course. The full two-year fee without hostel is INR 21,160, and hostel cost takes it to INR 29,860. If you have UGC JRF, the stipend is much higher than the fee, so focus on topic fit.
What job can I get after this Ph.D.?▾
The course does not publish a placement rate, so do not join for campus placement. It suits teaching, research, publishing, translation and cultural work. Use the Ph.D. years to publish, teach when allowed and build a clear research area.
Should I join if my score is near the cutoff range?▾
It depends on your proposal and interview. The guide score range starts around 60/100, but the interview carries 30 marks. Keep UoH on your list if your topic matches the centre, and prepare your proposal with primary texts.
Who should skip this course at UOH?▾
Skip it if you want a quick job or a fixed placement path. UoH does not publish a course placement rate for this Ph.D. You should also skip it if you do not want theory, research ethics, long reading and slow thesis work.
Is UOH better for higher studies and research?▾
Yes, it is built for research. The programme has 12 to 14 course-work credits, a 2-credit research ethics paper and thesis work under a supervisor. If you want a teaching or research path, this structure helps more than a job-focused course.
Is the small seat intake a problem?▾
Yes, it makes admission harder. The 2026 UoH entrance table showed 3 seats for this Ph.D. course. Apply only after checking faculty areas, and do not depend on this one form if you need admission in the same year.
Should I wait one more year for this course?▾
Wait only if your proposal is not ready. The fee is low, but the course depends on supervisor fit and interview marks. If your research idea is clear and your papers are ready, apply in the next cycle instead of losing a year.
Can I pay the fee in parts?▾
You pay by semester, not the whole course at once. The first semester fee is paid when UoH confirms the seat, and later semester fees follow the university table. Keep money ready for counselling day, because missing the fee can cost the seat.
Will I get hostel at UOH for this Ph.D.?▾
Hostel is possible, but do not treat it as automatic until UoH confirms allotment. The page adds INR 8,700 as a two-year hostel cost guide. Ask the hostel office about room allotment before you plan your living cost.
Which scholarship should I check first?▾
Check the category and income based schemes first. SC, ST, OBC-NCL and EWS students may have state or central support, and PwD students pay fewer heads at admission. Use the calculator above, then confirm the paper list with UoH.
Is Hyderabad the right city for this course?▾
Yes, if you want a large university campus with libraries, seminars and other humanities centres nearby. The course itself is research-led, so the city helps most through academic events and networks. Visit the centre pages before choosing a topic.

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Yes, Hyderabad Central University offers various integrated courses in science, social science, and humanities. 

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  • In social sciences, the integrated programs include Anthropology, History, Economics, Political Science, and Sociology. 
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