Magadh University Gaya Ph.D Political Science: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. The total programme fee for the PhD in Political Science at Magadh University is INR 36,000 for the coursework phase. The application fee is INR 1,000 for general category candidates and INR 750 for reserved category candidates. Additional charges such as thesis submission fee and library fee may apply separately during the research phase of the programme and are not included in the total above.

Ans. Admission to the PhD Political Science programme at Magadh University is through the PAT (PhD Admission Test) conducted by the university itself. Candidates who clear the written test are then called for a departmental interview. Candidates with a valid UGC-NET or JRF qualification in the relevant subject may be given preference and could be exempt from the entrance test as per current UGC regulations.

Ans. Candidates must hold a Master’s degree in Political Science or a relevant social science discipline from a recognised university with a minimum of 55% marks. Reserved category candidates (SC/ST/OBC) are eligible with 50% marks in the postgraduate examination. The postgraduate degree must be from a UGC-recognised institution to be considered valid for PhD admission at Magadh University, Bodh Gaya.

Ans. Candidates who have qualified UGC-NET with JRF in Political Science or a related discipline may be given preference in the selection process at Magadh University as per UGC regulations. Such candidates may also be eligible for exemption from the PAT written test. Details are confirmed in the official admission notification published by the university for each academic cycle on the magadhonline.in portal.

Ans. The Political Science department at Magadh University offers research supervision in areas including Indian political thought, comparative politics, international relations, political theory, public administration, Bihar governance and local politics, and electoral studies. The specific research areas available depend on the supervising faculty members present in the department at the time of admission for that academic cycle, so candidates should confirm topics with the department before applying.