ADBU Ph.D Philosophy: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. The Ph.D. in Philosophy at ADBU is a full-time, on-campus programme. Working professionals who wish to enrol must submit a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their employer at the time of the interview. While the programme is classified as full-time, the university does accommodate employed candidates provided they can fulfil the coursework and research requirements. However, candidates should be aware that the mandatory one-semester coursework requires regular physical presence on campus, so part-time or distance arrangements are not available for this programme.

Ans. Yes, candidates who have qualified UGC-NET (even without JRF) are exempted from the written entrance test at ADBU and are directly called for the personal interview. However, only those with JRF qualification are eligible for the UGC monthly fellowship. NET-qualified candidates without JRF can still gain admission but will need to self-finance their research unless they secure another fellowship or scholarship. It is advisable to check the latest UGC guidelines, as NET qualification criteria and exemption norms may be updated periodically.

Ans. ADBU's Philosophy department offers research in areas such as Classical and Tribal Interpretation of Life and Being, The Sacred and the Profane, Contemporary Debates in Moral Philosophy, Philosophical Moorings of a Society (Land, Forest and Faith), and Intercultural Philosophy and Eco-Sophy. The choice of supervisor is typically discussed during the personal interview, where you present your research proposal. After admission and completion of coursework, the formal supervisor is assigned based on the alignment of your research interest with the faculty's expertise and the availability of seats under each guide. It is recommended to review the faculty profiles on the ADBU website before the interview.

Ans. As per ADBU's Ph.D. regulations, a research scholar must have at least two research publications co-authored with the supervisor before submitting the thesis. These publications must be in Scopus-indexed, Web of Science-indexed, or peer-reviewed journals, with affiliation to Assam Don Bosco University. A research paper jointly published by two research scholars may be given equal weightage to both, with justification from the supervisor. Students are advised to start working on publications early in their research tenure to avoid delays in thesis submission.

Ans. The minimum duration of the Ph.D. programme at ADBU is 3 years from the date of formal registration (after completing coursework), and the maximum is 5 years. If a candidate requires an extension beyond 5 years, they must apply for permission on a case-by-case basis. Importantly, any extension granted will require payment of semester fees at the rate prevalent at the time of the extension, not at the rate when the candidate originally joined. This means fees could be higher if the university revises its fee structure during the extended period.

Ans. ADBU has hostel facilities at its Tapesia Campus (Sonapur), which is the primary campus for research programmes. Hostel accommodation is available for both male and female students, though availability is subject to capacity. Ph.D. students are advised to apply for hostel accommodation early, as seats are limited. The hostel fees are charged separately from the academic fees and are not included in the Ph.D. fee structure published by the university. Interested candidates should contact the university directly at contact@dbuniversity.ac.in or call 09476 690 950 for current hostel fee details and availability.