BHU Ph.D Shalya Tantra: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

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Ph.D. (Shalya Tantra) at Banaras Hindu University is a 3-year full-time doctoral programme offered by the Department of Shalya Tantra under the Faculty of Ayurveda. Shalya Tantra is the Ayurvedic branch of surgery, encompassing classical surgical techniques, para-surgical procedures (Kshar Karma, Agni Karma), wound management, and their modern correlates. The programme is offered under Subject Basket Code 607, with a total of 22 seats across categories, making it the largest PhD programme in the Faculty of Ayurveda at BHU. The total fee for the 3-year programme is Rs. 33,055. The programme is highly sought after by MS (Ay.) graduates in Shalya Tantra who wish to pursue advanced research in Ayurvedic surgical sciences at one of India's premier Ayurveda institutions.

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

Ph.D. (Shalya Tantra) is offered by the Department of Shalya Tantra, Faculty of Ayurveda, BHU, under Subject Basket Code 607.
With 22 total seats (11 under JRF mode and 11 under NET mode), this is the largest PhD programme in the Faculty of Ayurveda at BHU.
The department also offers PG Diploma programmes in Agni Karma and Jalauka Vacharan, Kshar Karma, and Vikiran Evam Chhaya, reflecting its strong focus on para-surgical Ayurvedic procedures.
Allied discipline candidates with Master's degrees in Biotechnology, Home Science, Yoga, or Psychology are also eligible to apply.
Research areas include classical Ayurvedic surgical techniques, wound healing, para-surgical procedures (Kshar Karma, Agni Karma), and their scientific validation.

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BHU Ph.D. (Shalya Tantra) Fees

The Ph.D. (Shalya Tantra) programme at BHU is one of the most affordable doctoral programmes in Ayurvedic surgical 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 Breakdown

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. (Shalya Tantra) Admission 2026

Admissions to Ph.D. (Shalya Tantra) 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 Entrance 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 MS (Ay.) in Shalya Tantra as the main discipline qualification (Subject Basket 607).
Allied discipline candidates with a Master's degree in Biotechnology, Home Science, Yoga, or Psychology 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 Shalya Tantra, Faculty of Ayurveda, BHU on the notified date.

BHU Ph.D. (Shalya Tantra) Scholarships 2026

BHU Ph.D. scholars in Shalya Tantra 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. These financial supports make the programme financially viable for dedicated researchers in Ayurvedic surgical sciences.

Fellowship Options

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. (Shalya Tantra) FAQs

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

Ans. Shalya Tantra is the Ayurvedic branch of surgery, covering classical surgical instruments (Yantra, Shastra), surgical procedures, wound management, para-surgical techniques (Kshar Karma, Agni Karma, Jalauka Vacharan), and their modern scientific validation. PhD research at BHU in Shalya Tantra typically involves clinical studies on para-surgical procedures, wound healing research, and comparative studies of Ayurvedic and modern surgical approaches.

Ques. Why does PhD Shalya Tantra at BHU have the most seats among Ayurveda PhD programmes?

Ans. The Department of Shalya Tantra at BHU offers 22 seats (11 JRF + 11 NET), the highest among all Ayurveda PhD programmes at BHU. This reflects the department's strong research output, large faculty strength, and the growing interest in evidence-based research on Ayurvedic surgical and para-surgical procedures, particularly Kshar Karma and Agni Karma, which have gained significant clinical recognition.

Ques. Can candidates with an MS (Ay.) in Shalakya Tantra apply for PhD Shalya Tantra at BHU?

Ans. No, the main discipline for Subject Basket 607 (Shalya Tantra) requires MS (Ay.) in Shalya Tantra. Shalakya Tantra (ENT and Ophthalmology) is a separate department with its own subject basket (608). Allied discipline candidates with Master's degrees in Biotechnology, Home Science, Yoga, or Psychology may apply for Shalya Tantra, subject to the 20% allied discipline seat cap.

Ques. Does BHU's Shalya Tantra department offer any PG Diploma programmes?

Ans. Yes, the Department of Shalya Tantra at BHU offers PG Diploma programmes in Agni Karma and Jalauka Vacharan (2 years), Kshar Karma (2 years), and Vikiran Evam Chhaya (2 years), in addition to the MS (Ay.) and PhD programmes. These diploma programmes are open to BAMS graduates.

Ques. What is the admission process for PhD Shalya Tantra at BHU and how competitive is it?

Ans. Admission is through JRF mode (100% interview percentile) and NET mode (70% UGC/CSIR NET percentile + 30% interview percentile). With 22 seats available, it is relatively more accessible compared to other Ayurveda PhD programmes at BHU. However, competition is still significant given BHU's national reputation, with 10 candidates called per seat for the NET mode interview.

Ques. What career opportunities are available after PhD Shalya Tantra from BHU?

Ans. PhD graduates in Shalya Tantra from BHU can pursue careers in academia (teaching at Ayurveda colleges), research institutions (CCRAS, NIA), clinical practice with specialisation in Ayurvedic surgery and para-surgical procedures, government health departments (AYUSH), and as researchers in the growing field of evidence-based Ayurvedic surgical sciences.

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