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BHU Ph.D Rasa Shastra: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

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Ph.D. (Rasa Shastra) at Banaras Hindu University is a 3-year full-time doctoral programme offered by the Department of Rasa Shastra and Bhaishajya Kalpana under the Faculty of Ayurveda. The department, established in 1978, is one of the leading centres in India for research on Ayurvedic pharmaceutical sciences, covering herbal, metallic, and mineral drugs. The programme focuses on quality control, standardisation, safety, and efficacy of Ayurvedic formulations, integrating classical Rasa Shastra with modern analytical and pharmacological methodologies. The total fee for the 3-year programme is Rs. 33,055, and seats are offered under Subject Basket Code 605 in both JRF and NET modes, with a total of 5 seats across categories. The programme is highly regarded for its interdisciplinary research approach, collaborating with departments such as Medicinal Chemistry, Pharmacology, Metallurgy, and Biochemistry within BHU.

Admissions for the 2026-27 session are currently closed. The online registration window was open from December 3 to December 16, 2026, with interviews held between January 5 and January 16, 2027, and results/offer letters published between January 24 and February 5, 2027. Reporting to the department was scheduled for February 10, 2027. A second cycle of admissions commenced from February 12, 2027 to fill any vacant seats. For the 2027-28 session, admissions are expected to open tentatively around December 2027, based on the previous year's pattern.

Key Points

The Department of Rasa Shastra and Bhaishajya Kalpana at BHU was established in 1978 and offers BAMS, MD (Ay.), and Ph.D. programmes.
Research thrust areas include quality control of Ayurvedic formulations, SOP development under GMP norms, scientific validation of herbo-mineral drugs, new drug dosage form development, and toxicity studies (acute, chronic, and teratogenic).
The department has designed and developed specialised equipment for pharmaceutical work and established standardisation criteria for Ayurvedic drugs.
Allied discipline candidates with Master's degrees in Food Science and Technology, Biotechnology, Geography, Botany, or Home Science are also eligible to apply.
The department collaborates with multiple BHU departments including Metallurgy, School of Material Sciences, Physics, Chemical Engineering, and Center for Food Science and Technology for interdisciplinary research.

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BHU Ph.D. (Rasa Shastra) Fees

The Ph.D. (Rasa Shastra) programme at BHU is one of the most affordable doctoral programmes in Ayurvedic pharmaceutical sciences in India. The total tuition fee for the 3-year programme is Rs. 33,055, payable annually. Year 1 is slightly higher due to a one-time admission fee component.

Fee Structure

Fee Component	Year 1 (INR)	Year 2 (INR)	Year 3 (INR)	Total (INR)
Tuition Fee	11,585	10,735	10,735	33,055
Total Fees	11,585	10,735	10,735	33,055

Hostel fee for male students is Rs. 5,375 per year (optional, subject to availability on campus).
Hostel accommodation is not mandatory and is subject to availability.
Fees are subject to revision by the university.
Application/registration processing fee: Rs. 600 for General/OBC/EWS candidates and Rs. 300 for SC/ST/PwBD candidates (non-refundable).
No EMI option is officially available; fees are paid annually through the online portal.

BHU Ph.D. (Rasa Shastra) Admission 2026

Admissions to Ph.D. (Rasa Shastra) at BHU are conducted annually through an online process. For the 2026-27 session, the process has been completed. The next cycle (2027-28) is expected to follow a similar schedule, with registration likely opening in December 2027. Candidates must qualify UGC/CSIR NET or hold a valid JRF to be eligible for admission under the regular modes.

BHU Ph.D. Admission Dates

Event	Dates
Online Registration Opens	December 3, 2026
Last Date for Online Registration	December 16, 2026
Correction Window	December 17, 2026
Call Letter Issue	December 20 - December 24, 2026
Physical Verification of Documents and Interview	January 5 - January 16, 2027
Publication of Result, Offer Letter and Fee Submission Link	January 24 - February 5, 2027
End of First Round of Admissions	February 5, 2027
Date of Reporting to Department	February 10, 2027
Second Cycle of Admissions Begins	February 12, 2027

UGC-NET Exam Dates

Event	Dates
UGC-NET Phase 1 Registration Start	October 7, 2026
UGC-NET Phase 1 Registration End	November 7, 2026
UGC-NET Phase 1 Admit Card	December 28, 2026
UGC-NET Phase 1 Exam	December 31, 2026 - January 7, 2027
UGC-NET Phase 1 Answer Key	January 14, 2027
UGC-NET Phase 1 Result	February 4, 2027
UGC-NET Phase 2 Registration Start (Tentative)	April 1, 2027
UGC-NET Phase 2 Registration End (Tentative)	May 1, 2027
UGC-NET Phase 2 Exam (Tentative)	June 2027
UGC-NET Phase 2 Result (Tentative)	July 2027

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must hold an MD (Ay.) in Rasa Shastra and Bhaishajya Kalpana as the main discipline qualification (Subject Basket 605).
Allied discipline candidates with a Master's degree in Food Science and Technology, Biotechnology, Geography, Botany, or Home Science are also eligible.
Minimum aggregate marks of 55% in the qualifying examination (50% for SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PwBD candidates).
Candidates must have a valid UGC/CSIR NET qualification (JRF or NET mode) at the time of application.

Admission Process

Register online at www.bhuonline.in during the notified registration window and pay the application processing fee.
Upload required documents including qualifying degree, NET/JRF certificate, and category certificate (if applicable).
Shortlisted candidates are called for physical verification of documents and an interview at the department.
Under JRF mode: merit is based 100% on interview percentile.
Under NET mode: merit is based on 70% UGC/CSIR NET percentile + 30% interview percentile.
Offer letters are issued online; candidates must pay the admission fee within the stipulated time to confirm the seat.
Report to the Department of Rasa Shastra and Bhaishajya Kalpana, Faculty of Ayurveda, BHU on the notified date.

BHU Ph.D. (Rasa Shastra) Scholarships 2026

BHU Ph.D. scholars in Rasa Shastra can avail of several fellowship and scholarship options depending on their mode of admission and eligibility. JRF-qualified scholars receive a monthly stipend from UGC/CSIR, while NET-qualified scholars may be eligible for the BHU Non-NET fellowship. Given the interdisciplinary nature of Rasa Shastra research, scholars may also be eligible for project-based fellowships from funding agencies like DST, AYUSH, and ICMR.

Scholarship Details

Scholarship / Fellowship	Amount	Eligibility
UGC/CSIR Junior Research Fellowship (JRF)	Rs. 37,000/month (1st-2nd year); Rs. 42,000/month (3rd year onwards)	Candidates who have qualified UGC/CSIR JRF
BHU Research Fellowship (Non-NET)	Rs. 10,000/month (revised)	Ph.D. scholars not receiving any other fellowship, admitted through NET mode
DST INSPIRE Fellowship	Rs. 31,000/month + Rs. 20,000 annual contingency	Candidates selected under DST INSPIRE scheme
ICMR JRF	Rs. 37,000/month	Candidates who have qualified ICMR JRF

BHU Non-NET fellowship is subject to availability of funds and university approval.
JRF fellowship is valid for 2 years initially and extendable to SRF (Senior Research Fellowship) at Rs. 42,000/month for the remaining tenure.
Scholars must not be in receipt of any other financial assistance to avail the BHU Non-NET fellowship.
Fellowship amounts are as per the latest UGC/CSIR guidelines and are subject to revision.

BHU Ph.D. (Rasa Shastra) FAQs

Ques. What is Rasa Shastra and what kind of research is done in this PhD at BHU?

Ans. Rasa Shastra is the Ayurvedic branch of pharmaceutical sciences dealing with the preparation, purification, and therapeutic use of metallic, mineral, and herbal formulations. At BHU, PhD research in Rasa Shastra covers quality control of Ayurvedic formulations, standardisation under GMP norms, toxicity studies (acute, chronic, teratogenic), pharmacological validation, and development of new drug dosage forms, using modern analytical and metallurgical techniques.

Ques. Can candidates with an M.Pharm or M.Sc. in Pharmacy apply for PhD Rasa Shastra at BHU?

Ans. As per the BHU PhD Bulletin 2026-27, the allied disciplines for Subject Basket 605 (Rasa Shastra and Bhaishajya Kalpana) include Food Science and Technology, Biotechnology, Geography, Botany, and Home Science. M.Pharm is not listed as an allied discipline for this subject basket. Candidates with M.Pharm should verify their eligibility directly with the department before applying.

Ques. How many seats are available for PhD Rasa Shastra at BHU?

Ans. As per the BHU PhD Admission Bulletin 2026-27, the Department of Rasa Shastra and Bhaishajya Kalpana (Subject Basket 605) offers a total of 5 seats across JRF and NET modes, distributed across UR, OBC, SC, ST, EWS, and PwBD categories (3 under JRF mode and 2 under NET mode).

Ques. Does BHU's Rasa Shastra department have modern laboratory facilities for PhD research?

Ans. Yes, the Department of Rasa Shastra and Bhaishajya Kalpana at BHU is well-equipped with an Analytical Lab, PG Practical Lab, UG Practical Lab, Electric Muffle Furnace, and Traditional Puta facilities. The department also collaborates with BHU's Metallurgy, Physics, Chemical Engineering, and Biochemistry departments for advanced research, providing scholars access to state-of-the-art equipment.

Ques. What career opportunities are available after PhD Rasa Shastra from BHU?

Ans. PhD graduates in Rasa Shastra from BHU can pursue careers in academia (teaching and research at Ayurveda colleges and universities), research institutions (CCRAS, NIA, AIIA), the Ayurvedic pharmaceutical industry (quality control, R&D, regulatory affairs), government health departments (AYUSH), and as independent researchers or consultants. BHU alumni from this department hold esteemed positions in government and private sectors in India and abroad.

Ques. Is the PhD Rasa Shastra programme at BHU full-time only? Can it be done part-time?

Ans. The PhD (Rasa Shastra) at BHU is a minimum 3-year full-time on-campus programme for regular JRF/NET mode admissions. Part-time admission is only available under the Direct Admission mode for senior management professionals meeting specific criteria (Level-12 of 7th CPC, minimum 12 years experience, minimum age 43 years), subject to Vice Chancellor's approval.

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