CSMU Ph.D Arts: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. CSMU offers Ph.D. in the following Arts and Humanities disciplines: English, Economics, History, Geography, Political Science, Psychology, Social Work, and Journalism and Mass Communication. Each discipline has a dedicated department under the Faculty of Arts, Humanities and Communication. Prospective students should identify their research area and potential supervisor before applying. The university's website lists faculty profiles with research interests to help candidates find a suitable guide.

Ans. No. Candidates who have qualified UGC-NET (including JRF), UGC-CSIR NET (including JRF), SLET, or hold a valid GATE score are exempt from the CSMU-PET. However, all candidates, including those exempt from PET, must appear for the interview round where they present their research interest/area to a panel. The interview is a mandatory step in the admission process.

Ans. The minimum duration for the full-time Ph.D. in Arts at CSMU is 3 years. There is no fixed maximum duration, but UGC regulations generally allow up to 6 years for full-time Ph.D. programmes. Extensions beyond the minimum period require re-registration and payment of the readmission fee of Rs. 1,500 per year from the 2nd year onwards. Students are expected to complete their coursework, research work, and thesis submission within the stipulated period.

Ans. Yes, CSMU offers Teaching Assistantships (TA) of Rs. 25,000 per month to select Ph.D. students based on departmental requirements. TA positions are awarded on the recommendation of an interview committee and are not guaranteed to all admitted students. The number of TA positions is limited and depends on the university's departmental needs each year. Students interested in TA should express their interest during the interview process.

Ans. The Ph.D. in Arts (course ID 8546) at CSMU is listed as a full-time programme, which requires regular attendance for coursework and research activities on campus. CSMU also offers a part-time Ph.D. option (minimum 4 years) for working professionals. If you are employed, you should apply for the part-time Ph.D. programme instead. The part-time Ph.D. fee is Rs. 1,25,000 per annum for Arts, Humanities, Science, and Commerce disciplines.

Ans. After completing the required coursework and research work, Ph.D. students must submit their thesis to the university. A one-time thesis submission fee of Rs. 30,000 is charged at the time of submission. The thesis is evaluated by external examiners, and students must defend their research in a viva voce examination. The entire process from submission to award of degree typically takes several months. Students should consult their research supervisor and the university's R&D Cell for specific procedural requirements.