University of Hyderabad Ph.D Animal Biology: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

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05 Jun, 2026 University of Hyderabad has announced Ph.D Animal Biology Fee structure 2026. The total academic fee is ₹ 82,050 .

Total fees
INR 1.90 Lakhs
3 years, no living cost
Pay data
0 LPA
campus Ph.D. pay not published
Test score
50%
UoH entrance test interview call mark
Research centres
11
UOH centres at UOH
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About University of Hyderabad Ph.D. Animal Biology

University of Hyderabad Ph.D. Animal Biology is a full-time doctoral course under UOH. The minimum duration is 3 years. UOH is known for its NAAC A grade, central university status and School of Life Sciences research labs. The full course fee without living cost is INR 1.90 Lakhs. Admission is through UoH entrance test, an interview or an accepted test such as GATE. The university has department research guides and research scholars. Campus Ph.D. pay is not published, so the pay tile uses 0 LPA. This course suits students who want biomedical research and can work under a guide for three years.

University of Hyderabad Ph.D. Animal Biology Fees

The total with living cost is INR 5.50 Lakhs, while the total without living cost is INR 1.90 Lakhs. The research fee is INR 1.84 Lakhs. You pay the research fee each year to UOH or the research centre. The application fee is paid once before the test. Living cost is only an estimate for students who stay near campus.

Fee headAmountHow it is charged
Research feeINR 1.84 LakhsPer year × 3, INR 61,200 a year
Application feeINR 2,000One time, before the test
Registration feeINR 4,000One time, after selection
Living and local travelINR 3.60 LakhsPer month × 30, INR 12,000 a month
Total, no livingINR 1.90 LakhsFull course, as published
Total with livingINR 5.50 LakhsFull course plus living estimate

University of Hyderabad Ph.D. Animal Biology Admission Dates 2027

UoH entrance test registration closed on 25 Sep 2026 and the revised test date is expected in Oct 2026. Classes start in Aug 2027. You should watch the admit card, result and interview steps next. If you miss the fee payment after selection, you lose the seat.

EventDateStatus
UoH entrance test registration, last date to apply1 Sep 2026 to 25 Sep 2026Over
UoH entrance test admit cardOct 2026Tentative
UoH entrance test examOct 2026Tentative
UoH entrance test resultNov 2026Tentative
Research interviewDec 2026Tentative
Supervisor allotmentJan 2027Tentative
Fee payment and provisional registrationJan 2027Tentative
Reporting and document checkFeb 2027Tentative
Coursework startsMar 2027Tentative
Classes startAug 2027Tentative

University of Hyderabad Ph.D. Animal Biology Eligibility

The main mark rule is 6.75 CGPA out of 10 or first class in the qualifying degree. Reserved categories get a 5% relaxation. You need a master's degree in Biology or Technology in a relevant area. You must clear UoH entrance test unless an accepted national test exempts you.

RequirementWhat you need
DegreeMaster degree in Biology or Technology
Marks6.75 CGPA out of 10 or first class
Relaxation5% for SC, ST, Category-I, PwD and reserved categories
Entrance routeUoH entrance test or accepted national test exemption

University of Hyderabad Ph.D. Animal Biology Admission Process

The admission process has five steps: apply, pay, test, interview and register. UOH decides the test route, and UOH checks the research fit with the guide. You fill the form on UOH admission portal. You then bring marks cards, category papers and identity proof for document check.

StepWhat you do
ApplyFill the Ph.D. form on UOH admission portal
PayPay the test fee online
TestWrite UoH entrance test if you are not exempted
InterviewDiscuss your research area with the panel
RegisterPay the fee and finish document check

University of Hyderabad Ph.D. Animal Biology Cutoff

The General test mark for the interview call is 50%, and the relaxed mark is 45%. These are UOH research admission marks, not university closing ranks. A national test exemption can replace UoH entrance test. Your interview and guide fit still decide the final seat.

CategoryClosing rank or scoreRound and year
General50% in UoH entrance testResearch admission 2027
SC, ST and reserved categories45% in UoH entrance testResearch admission 2027
Accepted national testExempted from UoH entrance testResearch admission 2027

University of Hyderabad Ph.D. Animal Biology Placements

Campus Ph.D. pay is not published, so the table keeps 0 LPA as the shown pay figure. UOH lists 75 supervisors, 109 scholars and 11 research centres. This degree is mainly for research, teaching or a specialist industry role. You should check the guide's lab work before you join.

MetricValue
Average pay0 LPA, not published for Ph.D.
Research supervisors75
Research scholars109
Research centres11
Likely rolesResearch, teaching and specialist biology work

University of Hyderabad Ph.D. Animal Biology Scholarships

The listed schemes can cut INR 36,000 to INR 1.90 Lakhs from the course fee. The combined support can cover the full course fee if the state approves it. You need income, category or EWS papers for most schemes. Confirm renewal rules before you count the amount.

ScholarshipWho can get itAmount or waiver
Karnataka SC/ST fee supportEligible SC or ST studentsUp to INR 1.54 Lakhs
Central Sector SchemeLow income students with meritINR 36,000
EWS research fee supportEWS students with papersINR 1.50 Lakhs
OBC post-matric supportOBC students in the income limitINR 90,000

University of Hyderabad Ph.D. Animal Biology Ranking

Universitydunia ranks UOH #259, and the university has NAAC A grade. It also has central university status from 2021. These show the university has a known biology base. For a Ph.D., the guide and lab fit matter more than the rank.

Ranking bodyYearRank or grade
Universitydunia Biology2026#259
NAAClatest published gradeA
Autonomous status2021UGC and UOH

University of Hyderabad Ph.D. Animal Biology Course Structure

The first year has research methods, subject coursework and guide meetings. The next two years focus on lab work, paper writing and thesis progress. You need 75% attendance in coursework. UOH holds coursework exams twice a year.

YearWhat you study
Year 1Research methods and subject coursework
Year 2Lab work, review meetings and paper writing
Year 3Thesis writing, checks and submission

University of Hyderabad Ph.D. Animal Biology Seats and Intake

UOH lists 75 supervisors and 109 research scholars. The Animal Biology Ph.D. intake is 18 seats. Supervisor limits guide the seat count each cycle. You should ask the department for guide seats before paying the fee.

ItemDetail
Research supervisors75
Research scholars109
Animal Biology Ph.D. seats18
Seat basisSupervisor vacancy and research area

Should you pick Ph.D. Animal Biology at UOH?

This course suits students who want guided biomedical research and can wait for a research outcome.

Pick it if:
You want Hyderabad industry access: UOH sits in a strong biology city, so guide talks and project links are easier to find.
You need a known research setup: the university lists School of Life Sciences research labs and 75 supervisors across departments.
You can clear the research test: the interview call starts at 50%, so prepare the research methods part well.
Your fee limit is tight: the full fee is INR 1.90 Lakhs, and living cost is the bigger worry.
Skip it if:
You want quick campus hiring: Ph.D. pay is not published, so this seat is not a fast placement plan.
You need a guaranteed guide in Animal Biology: the exact Animal Biology seat count is not published, so ask the department first.
You missed the form deadline: the 2027 UoH entrance test form closed on 25 Sep 2026, so wait for the next cycle.
Your job cannot give time: full-time research needs coursework, lab work and guide meetings for 3 years.
Counsellor's advice
If you want teaching or research, take it after meeting the guide. If you need a quick job, do not pay yet.
Ph.D. Animal Biology Eligibility▾
Degree: You need a master degree in Biology or Technology in a relevant area.
Marks: You need 6.75 CGPA out of 10 or first class in the qualifying degree.
Relaxation: SC, ST, Category-I, PwD and reserved category students get 5% relaxation.
Test: You clear UoH entrance test unless GATE, NET, SLET or another accepted test exempts you.
Mode: Full-time scholars work at the research centre under a UOH guide.
Ph.D. Animal Biology Admission Process▾
Apply: Fill the UOH Ph.D. form on UOH admission portal and choose the research area.
Pay: Pay the test fee before the last date shown by UOH.
Test: Write UoH entrance test if you do not have an accepted national test score.
Interview: Meet the research panel and discuss your plan with the guide.
Register: Pay the first fee and finish document check, or you lose the seat.

Ph.D. Animal Biology Admission Dates 2027

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These are the official 2027 dates. Tap 2028 Session for expected dates of the next batch.

The 2028 calendar is not out yet. These dates are estimates based on 2027.
Over
1 Sep 2026 to 25 Sep 2026
UoH entrance test registration
Last date to apply was 25 Sep 2026. Late forms were not taken.
Tentative
Oct 2026
UoH entrance test admit card
Download it when UOH posts the revised schedule.
Tentative
Oct 2026
UoH entrance test exam
Write the research test unless an accepted score exempts you.
Tentative
Nov 2026
UoH entrance test result
Use the result to check if you can attend the interview.
Tentative
Dec 2026
Research interview
Discuss your research plan and guide fit with the panel.
Tentative
Jan 2027
Supervisor allotment
A guide is given only when the department has a matching vacancy.
Tentative
Jan 2027
Fee payment and provisional registration
You lose the seat if the first fee is not paid in time.
Tentative
Feb 2027
Reporting and document check
Bring marks cards, category papers and identity proof.
Tentative
Mar 2027
Coursework starts
Attend research methods and subject coursework after registration.
Tentative
Aug 2027
Classes start
Full-time research work starts with guide meetings and lab work.
Tentative
Sep 2027
UoH entrance test registration
Apply when UOH opens the research form.
Tentative
Oct 2027
UoH entrance test admit card
Download it before the test window.
Tentative
Oct 2027
UoH entrance test exam
Write the research test if you are not exempted.
Tentative
Nov 2027
UoH entrance test result
Check if your score reaches the interview mark.
Tentative
Dec 2027
Research interview
Keep your research note and certificates ready.
Tentative
Jan 2028
Supervisor allotment
The department matches your topic with an open guide seat.
Tentative
Jan 2028
Fee payment and provisional registration
Pay the first fee only after the allotment is clear.
Tentative
Feb 2028
Reporting and document check
Submit original papers for checking.
Tentative
Mar 2028
Coursework starts
Coursework usually starts after registration.
Tentative
Aug 2028
Classes start
Full-time research work starts in the intake year.

Source: UOH and UOH admission pages. Confirm on the official site before you act.

University of Hyderabad Ph.D. Animal Biology Fees 2027

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This is the full 3-year cost, not one year. Turn on the toggle to add living cost.

Research fee
Per year × 3, INR 61,200 a year
INR 1.84 Lakhs
Application fee
One time, before the test
INR 2,000
Registration fee
One time, after selection
INR 4,000
Add living and local travel
Living and local travel
Per month × 30, INR 12,000 a month
INR 3.60 Lakhs
Total course fee
INR 1.90 Lakhs
3 years · research fee + application and registration, living not added
Total course fee
INR 5.50 Lakhs
3 years · research fee + application, registration and living estimate
Education loan EMI
INR 3,204
7 yr · 10.5% per year
Research fee per year
INR 61,200
paid for 3 years
Education loan EMI
INR 9,273
7 yr · 10.5% per year
Living cost per month
INR 12,000
estimate for 30 months

Source: UOH research rules and published course listing. Confirm on the official site before you pay.

Will your score get you a seat at UOH?

Pick your category and route. The cutoff ranges use UOH research admission marks.

Category
Route
General, UoH entrance test
70% and above: strong chance for the interview call.
50% to 69%: possible, but prepare for the interview well.
Below 50%: not called this cycle.
General, Exempted
Accepted test score: yes, you can reach the interview if the certificate is valid.
Expired score: ask UOH before you skip the research test.
No accepted score: write UoH entrance test for this cycle.
OBC-NCL, UoH entrance test
70% and above: strong chance for the interview call.
50% to 69%: possible, but prepare for the interview well.
Below 50%: not called this cycle.
OBC-NCL, Exempted
Accepted test score: yes, you can reach the interview if the certificate is valid.
Expired score: ask UOH before you skip the research test.
No accepted score: write UoH entrance test for this cycle.
SC/ST, UoH entrance test
60% and above: strong chance for the interview call.
45% to 59%: possible, but prepare for the interview well.
Below 45%: not called this cycle.
SC/ST, Exempted
Accepted test score: yes, you can reach the interview if the certificate is valid.
Expired score: ask UOH before you skip the research test.
No accepted score: write UoH entrance test for this cycle.
EWS, UoH entrance test
70% and above: strong chance for the interview call.
50% to 69%: possible, but prepare for the interview well.
Below 50%: not called this cycle.
EWS, Exempted
Accepted test score: yes, you can reach the interview if the certificate is valid.
Expired score: ask UOH before you skip the research test.
No accepted score: write UoH entrance test for this cycle.
PwD, UoH entrance test
60% and above: strong chance for the interview call.
45% to 59%: possible, but prepare for the interview well.
Below 45%: not called this cycle.
PwD, Exempted
Accepted test score: yes, you can reach the interview if the certificate is valid.
Expired score: ask UOH before you skip the research test.
No accepted score: write UoH entrance test for this cycle.
EDITOR'S NOTE

The score only gets you to the interview. A guide vacancy and your research topic decide the final registration, so ask the department before paying the first fee.

University of Hyderabad Ph.D. Animal Biology Scholarship Calculator

Answer two questions to see what may fit you. Confirm the final amount with the university.

Category
Family income
Scholarships you missedYou do not qualify on your answers. Tap to see why.▾
Karnataka SC/ST fee support
INR 1.54 Lakhs
State scholarship portal
Pays course fee support for eligible SC or ST students after document check.
Who qualifies: SC/ST with valid papersApply by Dec 2026
Not eligible on your answers
Central Sector Scheme
INR 36,000
National Scholarship Portal
Gives yearly support to low income students with a strong merit record.
Who qualifies: low income with meritApply by Oct 2026
Not eligible on your answers
EWS research fee support
INR 1.50 Lakhs
University and state fee desk
Cuts a large part of the fee when the EWS paper is accepted.
Who qualifies: EWS with income papersApply by Nov 2026
Not eligible on your answers
OBC post-matric support
INR 90,000
Karnataka scholarship portal
Helps OBC students who meet the income limit and renewal rules.
Who qualifies: OBC within income limitApply by Dec 2026
Not eligible on your answers
No scheme matches these answers. Ask the university about paying in parts and about education loans.
Estimated total waiver
INR 36,000
Your net course fee: INR 1.54 Lakhs
Estimated total waiver
INR 0
Your net course fee: INR 1.90 Lakhs
Estimated total waiver
INR 1.26 Lakhs
Your net course fee: INR 64,000
Estimated total waiver
INR 1.90 Lakhs
Your net course fee: INR 0
Estimated total waiver
INR 1.86 Lakhs
Your net course fee: INR 4,000

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Fees and pay can change. Check each university site before you decide.

FAQs on University of Hyderabad Ph.D. Animal Biology

Straight answers to what students ask before they decide.

Is this Ph.D. worth the fee at UOH?▾
Yes, if you want research or teaching. The full course fee without living cost is INR 1.90 Lakhs, which is modest for a 3-year doctoral course. Meet the guide before you pay, because the guide fit matters more than the fee.
Should I take this course if I only want a quick job?▾
No, not as a quick job route. Campus Ph.D. pay is not published, and the course asks for coursework, lab work and thesis progress. If you need salary soon, check a job or M.Tech route before you decide.
What job can I get after this Ph.D.?▾
The usual paths are research, teaching and specialist biology work. UOH lists 11 research centres and 75 supervisors, so the course is built for guided research. Ask your possible guide about projects and industry links before you choose the topic.
Who should pick Ph.D. Animal Biology here?▾
Pick it if you already have a research question and can study full-time for 3 years. The UOH route has a test, interview and guide match. If your plan is clear, the Hyderabad setting can help with project contacts.
Who should skip this Ph.D. at UOH?▾
Skip it if you need a confirmed company package from the university. The page has 0 LPA because Ph.D. pay is not published. You should also skip it if the department has no guide for your exact area.
Is the UoH entrance test score safe enough for admission?▾
No score is safe by itself. For General students, 50% in UoH entrance test can take you to the interview, while reserved categories get the 45% mark. The final call still depends on the interview and guide vacancy.
Should I wait for the next UoH entrance test cycle?▾
Wait only if your research plan is weak or you missed the form. The 2027 form closed on 25 Sep 2026, and the next rail is only an estimate. Use the waiting time to write a better topic note.
Is UOH right for higher studies and research?▾
Yes, if your topic matches an open guide. UOH has School of Life Sciences research labs, 75 supervisors and research scholars across departments. Speak to the Animal Biology department first, then check if the lab can support your topic.
Can I manage the full cost without hostel?▾
Yes, the no-living total is INR 1.90 Lakhs for the full 3-year course. The living estimate raises it to INR 5.50 Lakhs. If you stay with family in Hyderabad, use the fee block with the toggle off.
Can scholarships cover the fee?▾
They can, for some students. The calculator shows support from INR 36,000 to INR 1.90 Lakhs, based on category and income papers. Keep your income and category papers ready, and confirm renewal rules before you count the waiver.
Is full-time better than part-time for this Ph.D.?▾
Full-time is better if you can give daily time to lab work and guide meetings. The course takes at least 3 years, and coursework starts after registration. If you have a job, ask UOH and the department about the part-time route.
What should I check before I join?▾
Check three things before paying: guide vacancy, topic fit and the first fee deadline. The exact Animal Biology seat count is not published, so the guide meeting is important. Keep copies of marks cards, category papers and test proof ready.

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

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