Is KCET accepted for engineering admission at St Aloysius Mangalore?

No. KCET (Karnataka CET) score is not accepted at St Aloysius for any programme, including B.Tech and B.Sc. The only accepted UG entrance exam is SAU-ET (St Aloysius University Entrance Test). Students relying only on KCET will need to separately register and appear in SAU-ET.

What is SAU-ET and how is it conducted?

SAU-ET is the St Aloysius University Entrance Test. It consists of 50 multiple-choice questions across four sections: English (10), General Knowledge (10), Aptitude (10), and subject-specific questions (20). It is conducted online. Registration opens in November and the test window begins in January each year.

What is the minority quota at St Aloysius University?

As a Jesuit minority institution, 50% of seats at St Aloysius are reserved for minority community candidates. The remaining seats are split as 25% for general merit and 25% for reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC/PwD).

What entrance exams are accepted for MBA at St Aloysius Mangalore?

St Aloysius MBA accepts KMAT Karnataka, CAT, XAT, MAT, and CMAT. Any one valid score is accepted. Graduation with minimum 50% marks is also required. SC/ST candidates are eligible with 45% graduation marks.

Is the personal interview mandatory for St Aloysius admission?

Yes. All shortlisted candidates must attend a mandatory personal interview at the St Aloysius Mangalore campus. A parent or guardian must accompany the candidate. NRI and foreign national students may attend the interview online.

How many B.Sc specialisations does St Aloysius Mangalore offer?

St Aloysius offers B.Sc across 19 specialisations, including Data Science, Animation, Visual Communication, Chemistry, Physics, Biotechnology, and others. All B.Sc programmes admit only through SAU-ET. No separate national exam or KCET score is accepted.

St Aloysius (Deemed To Be University) Mangalore Ph.D Political Science: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Mangalore, KarnatakaDeemed UniversityEstd 1880 Mangalore University, Mangalore NAAC Grade A++ 3.6

3.8

(266 Reviews)

Total fees

INR 1.05 Lakhs

full course, no extension

Entrance score

100 marks

research methods and subject paper

Vacancies

Political Science research seats

Eligibility

55%

master marks before relaxation

In This Page▾

01AboutCourse facts, route and research fit 02Should you pick itWho gains from this PhD and who should skip 03EligibilityMarks, route and exemption rules 04Admission ProcessForm, test, interview and fee steps 05Admission DatesFull cycle from form to classes 06FeesResearch fee and extension cost 07Will your score get you inScore ranges and route advice 08ScholarshipsFee help and loan support to check 09How does it compare?The same course at colleges in its league, side by side 10FAQsShort answers to what students ask before they apply

About St Aloysius Ph.D. Political Science

St Aloysius Ph.D. Political Science is a full-time, three-year research course in Mangaluru. The university is known for its NAAC A++ grade, UGC Category 1 status and NIRF College rank #73 in 2025. The full course fee without extension is INR 1.05 Lakhs. Admission uses the PhD entrance test, document check and interview. NET, GATE and old M.Phil. holders can skip the written test. Political Science has 4 vacancies. The university has not published INR 0 LPA placement pay for this research course, so read it as a research and teaching route.

St Aloysius Ph.D. Political Science Fees

The total fees with one extension year is INR 1.50 Lakhs, while the fees without extension is INR 1.05 Lakhs. The research fee is INR 30,000 in year 1, INR 35,000 in year 2 and INR 40,000 in year 3. You pay it year by year. The university note adds INR 45,000 for the first full-time extension year after year 3.

Fee head	Amount	How it is charged
Year 1 research fee	INR 30,000	Full course, as published for year 1
Year 2 research fee	INR 35,000	Full course, as published for year 2
Year 3 research fee	INR 40,000	Full course, as published for year 3
Extension year	INR 45,000	Full course, first extension after year 3
Total, no extension	INR 1.05 Lakhs	Full course research fee
Total with extension	INR 1.50 Lakhs	Research fee plus one extension year

St Aloysius Ph.D. Political Science Admission Dates

The entrance test is expected on 6 Oct 2026 for the 2027 intake, and classes are expected to start in Jan 2027. The form window is expected to close in Sep 2026. You must watch the PhD portal for the actual notice, because the interview and document check follow the test fast.

Event	Date	Status
Application form opens	Mar 2026	Over
Last date to apply	Sep 2026	Over
Entrance test notice	29 Sep 2026	Over
Entrance test	6 Oct 2026	Confirmed
Result and shortlist	13 Oct 2026	Confirmed
Document check and interview	20 Oct 2026	Confirmed
Research seat allotment	25 Oct 2026	Confirmed
First-year fee payment	31 Oct 2026	Confirmed
Classes start	10 Jan 2027	Tentative

St Aloysius Ph.D. Political Science Eligibility

The main route needs 55% in a master degree, and reserved categories get a 5% relaxation. A four-year bachelor route needs 75%. You should keep mark cards ready before the interview. NET, GATE and old M.Phil. routes help you skip only the written test, not the document check.

Requirement	What you need
Master route	55% in a recognised master degree
Reserved relaxation	5% relaxation for allowed categories
Four-year bachelor route	75% marks or equal grade
Exemption route	NET, GATE or old M.Phil. certificate

St Aloysius Ph.D. Political Science Admission Process

The form, entrance test, document check, interview and fee payment decide the seat. You apply on the PhD portal and carry original papers on the interview day. The university checks your marks and exemption papers. If the fee is not paid after selection, you lose the seat.

Step	What you do
Apply online	Fill the PhD form and upload the papers
Write the test	Answer research methods and Political Science questions
Document check	Bring UG, PG and exemption papers
Interview	Discuss the research area with the panel
Pay first fee	Confirm the seat after selection

St Aloysius Ph.D. Political Science Cutoff

The test has 100 marks, but the university has not published a final Political Science score cutoff. NET and GATE holders can skip the written test. You should treat the interview as the main second step, because the panel checks topic fit and guide fit after papers are checked.

Route	Score or rule	Year
Entrance test	100 marks paper	2026
Published cutoff	Not published	2026
NET or GATE	Written test exempt	2026

St Aloysius Ph.D. Political Science Placements

The course pay figure is INR 0 LPA because the university has not published PhD Political Science placement pay. The campus placement page is for final-year students in other programmes. You should plan this course for teaching, research, civil service work, policy work or a later postdoctoral route.

Metric	Value
Published course pay	INR 0 LPA
Placement rate	Not published
Likely path	Teaching, research and policy work
Campus placement office	Works with final-year students

St Aloysius Ph.D. Political Science Scholarships

Fee help can cut INR 15,000 to INR 45,000 from the course fee in the calculator below. The college scholarship page says fee concessions and freeships depend on merit, family income, attendance and progress. You should also check PM Vidyalaxmi for loan support if your family income fits.

Scholarship	Who can get it	Amount or waiver
Merit and need concession	Students with financial need	INR 15,000
SC/ST fee concession	SC or ST students with low income	INR 30,000
OBC-NCL fee concession	OBC-NCL students with low income	INR 20,000
EWS fee concession	EWS students with low income	INR 25,000

St Aloysius Ph.D. Political Science Ranking

The college has NAAC A++ and NIRF College rank #73, and it also has UGC Category 1 status. These figures show the wider college standing, not a Political Science rank. You should use them with guide fit, vacancies and research area before deciding.

Ranking body	Year	Rank or grade
NAAC	2023	A++ with 3.67/4 CGPA
NIRF College	2025	#73
UGC	2026	Category 1

St Aloysius Ph.D. Political Science Course Structure

The entrance syllabus has research methods and Political Science in equal parts. The subject part covers political theory, Indian politics, international relations, public administration and policy. You use these areas to frame the interview topic and the first research plan.

Area	What you study
Research methods	Problem, design, data and writing
Political theory	Ideas, thinkers and state theory
Indian politics	Institutions, parties and governance
International relations	Foreign policy and global politics

St Aloysius Ph.D. Political Science Seats and Intake

Political Science has 4 vacancies under the School of Arts and Humanities. This is a small research group, so guide fit matters. You should talk about your topic clearly in the interview and carry papers that show your master work and any publication.

Item	Detail
School	Arts and Humanities
Department	Political Science
Vacancies	4
Mode	Full-time research

Should you pick Ph.D. Political Science at St Aloysius?

This course suits students who want political research and can work with long reading and field data.

Pick it if:

You want research, not campus jobs: the research office supports PhD scholars with projects, seminars and publication work.

You already have NET or GATE: you skip the written test and go straight to document check and interview.

Your fee limit is tight: the full three-year research fee is INR 1.05 Lakhs before extension.

You want a small group: Political Science has 4 vacancies, so guide fit matters more than a large class.

Skip it if:

You want a company placement: the university has not published course pay for this PhD, so plan for teaching or policy work.

You cannot travel in person: the entrance test, document check and interview were on campus in the notice.

You need more time: an extra full-time year adds INR 45,000 under the fee note.

You want only taught classes: the syllabus checks research methods, theory and public policy before thesis work.

Counsellor's advice

If your topic needs a local guide, apply early and check guide fit first. If you need a job package, skip this course.

Ph.D. Political Science Eligibility▾

Master marks: You need 55% in a recognised master degree or equal grade.

Relaxed marks: SC, ST, OBC-NCL, EWS and differently-abled students get 5% relaxation.

Direct route: A four-year bachelor degree route needs 75% marks or equal grade.

Test exemption: NET, GATE and old M.Phil. holders can skip the written test.

Final check: You still attend document check and interview before the seat is given.

Ph.D. Political Science Admission Process▾

Apply online: Fill the PhD form on the university portal and upload your papers.

Write test: The entrance paper has research methods and Political Science subject questions.

Use exemption: NET, GATE and old M.Phil. holders report for document check and interview.

Attend interview: The panel checks your research topic, marks papers and guide fit.

Pay fee: Admission is confirmed only after document check and first fee payment.

Ph.D. Political Science Admission Dates 2027

▾

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

2027 Session2028 Session

The 2028 calendar is not out yet. These dates are estimates based on 2027.

Over

1 Mar 2026 to 30 Sep 2026

PhD registration, last date to apply

Last date to apply was 30 Sep 2026. Late forms were not taken.

Over

29 Sep 2026

Entrance test notice

The notice gives test rules, venue and papers to bring.

Confirmed

6 Oct 2026

PhD entrance test

The paper checks research methods and Political Science knowledge.

Confirmed

13 Oct 2026

Result and shortlist

The shortlist tells who moves to interview.

Confirmed

20 Oct 2026

Document check and interview

Bring original marks cards, certificates and research papers.

Confirmed

25 Oct 2026

Research seat allotment

The department allots seats after interview and paper check.

Confirmed

31 Oct 2026

First-year fee payment

You lose the seat if the fee is not paid by 31 Oct 2026.

Confirmed

15 Nov 2026

Reporting and document check

The research office checks the final file before enrolment.

Tentative

10 Jan 2027

Classes start

Coursework and guide meetings are expected after enrolment.

Tentative

Mar 2027

PhD registration, last date to apply

Expected to open in the same month; the last date comes before the test notice.

Tentative

Sep 2027

Entrance test notice

Expected to list the paper, venue and papers to bring.

Tentative

Oct 2027

PhD entrance test

Expected in the same month as this year.

Tentative

Oct 2027

Result and shortlist

Expected about one week after the test.

Tentative

Oct 2027

Document check and interview

Expected soon after the shortlist.

Tentative

Oct 2027

Research seat allotment

Expected after interview and paper check.

Tentative

Nov 2027

First-year fee payment

Expected after selection and document check.

Tentative

Nov 2027

Reporting and document check

Expected before enrolment is closed.

Tentative

Jan 2028

Classes start

Expected after first fee payment and guide allotment.

Source: St Aloysius PhD admission portal. Confirm on the official site before you act.

St Aloysius Ph.D. Political Science Fees 2027

▾

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

Year 1 research fee

Full course, as published for year 1

INR 30,000

Year 2 research fee

Full course, as published for year 2

INR 35,000

Year 3 research fee

Full course, as published for year 3

INR 40,000

Add one extension year

Extension year

Full course, first extension after year 3

INR 45,000

Total course fee

INR 1.05 Lakhs

3 years · full-time research fee, extension not added

Total course fee

INR 1.50 Lakhs

3 years · research fee + one extension year

Education loan EMI

INR 1,770

7 yr · 10.5% per year

Research seats

Political Science vacancies

Education loan EMI

INR 2,529

7 yr · 10.5% per year

Research seats

Political Science vacancies

Source: St Aloysius PhD fee structure. Confirm on the official site before you act.

Will your score get you Ph.D. Political Science at St Aloysius?

Pick your category and route. The cutoff ranges are guide marks because the final score is not published.

St Aloysius Ph.D. Political Science Scholarship Calculator

Answer two questions to see what you can claim. Confirm the final amount with the college.

St Aloysius Ph.D. Political Science vs similar colleges

Tap a college to see it next to St Aloysius. The cream box marks the better number in each row: lower fees, higher score, more seats.

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St Aloysius (Deemed To Be University)

Mangaluru

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Mangalore University

Mangaluru

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Mysuru

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Tumkur University

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Total fees3 years, no extension

INR 1.05 Lakhs

research fee

Not published

Entrance scorePhD test total

100

written paper marks

Not published

VacanciesPolitical Science

published vacancies

Not published

NIRF rankCollege ranking

#73

2025 ranking

Not published

First-year feefull-time PhD

INR 30,000

year 1 research fee

Not published

In short

If you need a verified peer number, check Mangalore University before you decide. Use St Aloysius only when its guide and 4 vacancies fit your topic.

In short

If you need a verified peer number, check University of Mysore before you decide. Use St Aloysius only when its guide and 4 vacancies fit your topic.

In short

If you need a verified peer number, check Kuvempu University before you decide. Use St Aloysius only when its guide and 4 vacancies fit your topic.

In short

If you need a verified peer number, check Tumkur University before you decide. Use St Aloysius only when its guide and 4 vacancies fit your topic.

In short

If you need a verified peer number, check Kannur University before you decide. Use St Aloysius only when its guide and 4 vacancies fit your topic.

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

FAQs on St Aloysius Ph.D. Political Science

Straight answers to what students ask before they decide.

Is Ph.D. Political Science at St Aloysius worth the fee?▾

Yes, if your goal is research, teaching or policy work. The full research fee is INR 1.05 Lakhs for 3 years, so the fee is low for a full-time PhD. The university has not published course pay, so do not join it for a job package. Check guide fit before you apply.

Should I take this course if I clear the entrance test?▾

Take it only after the interview confirms guide fit. The test has 100 marks, but the final score cutoff is not published. Your topic, papers and marks cards matter in the interview. Keep your research plan ready and ask the department about the guide before paying the fee.

What job can I get after this PhD?▾

Plan for teaching, research, civil service work, policy work or a later postdoctoral route. The university has not published INR 0 LPA placement pay for this course, so the page cannot promise a company job. If you need campus placement, this is not the right course to pick.

Who should skip Ph.D. Political Science here?▾

Skip it if you need a fixed salary path right after admission. This is a research course with 4 vacancies and no published placement rate. It suits students who can read, write and meet a guide often. If you want a classroom degree with campus jobs, choose another route.

Is this course good for higher studies and research?▾

Yes, that is the main reason to join it. The entrance syllabus checks research methods, political theory, Indian politics, international relations and public administration. The research office supports projects, seminars and publication work. Use the interview to show a clear topic and ask how the guide will support it.

Should I wait for the next intake instead?▾

Wait only if your research topic is not ready or you cannot attend the on-campus steps. The 2027 rail shows test, document check and interview dates close to each other. If your papers and topic are ready, apply in this intake and keep the 2028 dates only as a backup.

Is the fee worth it without a placement figure?▾

It depends on your goal. INR 1.05 Lakhs is the full 3-year fee before extension, and an extra year adds INR 45,000. That is manageable for many research students. It is worth it for a PhD plan, not for a job package, because pay is not published.

Is St Aloysius right if I want policy work?▾

It can be right if your topic fits Political Science and public policy. The syllabus covers Indian institutions, governance and public administration, and the research office supports seminars and papers. Ask the department about recent guide areas before you join, because the guide fit matters more than the college name.

How do I get admission to this PhD?▾

Apply on the PhD admission portal, write the entrance test unless you have an exemption, and attend document check and interview. NET and GATE holders skip only the written test. You still bring original papers and discuss your research plan with the panel before paying the fee.

What is the full fee for this course?▾

The full 3-year research fee is INR 1.05 Lakhs without extension. The fee block shows INR 30,000 for year 1, INR 35,000 for year 2 and INR 40,000 for year 3. If you need one more full-time year, add INR 45,000.

Can I get a scholarship or fee help?▾

Maybe, but confirm it with the scholarship office. The college page says fee concessions and freeships depend on merit, family financial status, attendance and progress. The calculator above shows INR 15,000 to INR 45,000 as an estimate, not a promise. Keep income papers ready before you apply.

Can I pay the fee in parts?▾

The college admission FAQ says online, card and counter payment options are allowed. It also says students can get fee concessions and pay fees in parts. Ask the office before the first fee date, because admission is confirmed only after interview, document check and fee payment.

Do I need to come to campus for admission?▾

Yes, plan to come in person. The entrance notice put the test, document check and interview on campus. Exempt candidates also report for document check and interview. Carry UG and PG marks cards, NET or GATE papers if you have them, and any research publication.

This page is AI assisted and human verified.

Collegedunia Team

Content Curator | Updated on - Oct 1, 2026

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