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Purnea University Ph.D Philosophy: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility
Purnea, BiharState UniversityEstd 2018NAAC Grade B
Total fees
INR 38,000
3 years, no research visit
Fellowship
INR 4.4 LPA
UGC JRF yearly support
Cutoff range
12,400
PAT Merit merit rank, Merit list 2025
PAT seats
5
Philosophy, PAT 2025
In This Page▾
01About this courseThe full write-up, from fees to research outcomes
02Should you pick it?Who it suits, who should skip it, and a counsellor's advice
03EligibilityThe marks and exam you need before you apply
04Admission ProcessEvery step from the exam to reporting
05Admission DatesThe admission calendar, step by step
06FeesThe full course cost with and without research visit
07Will your merit rank get you in?Merit ranks by category and quota
08ScholarshipsWhat you can claim and what you missed
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 Purnea University Ph.D. Philosophy
Purnea University offers a 3-year, full-time Ph.D. Philosophy with 120 seats through PAT. The course is taught on campus over six semesters, with labs from the first semester. The university holds UGC listed and stands #12 in state university record 2026 and #201 in state university data 2025. The full fee without research visit is INR 38,000, paid per semester, and INR 74,000 with books and travel. You get a seat through Purnea University counselling. The General State seat closed at merit rank 12,400 in merit list of 2025. The 2025 notice averaged INR 4.4 LPA and 92% of the batch was eligible for fellowship or teaching work.
Purnea University Ph.D. Philosophy Fees
The full course costs INR 38,000 without research visit and INR 74,000 with research visit. The tuition fee is INR 36,000 of that. You pay the tuition fee per semester, eight times in all. The admission fee is paid once. The caution deposit comes back when you leave. Books and travel add INR 36,000 over three years.
| Fee head | Amount | How it is charged |
|---|---|---|
| Semester and course fee | INR 36,000 | INR 6,000 a semester, 6 semesters |
| Registration fee | INR 2,000 | One time |
| Caution deposit | INR 10,000 | One time, refundable |
| Books and travel | INR 36,000 | INR 12,000 a year, 3 years |
| Total, no research visit | INR 38,000 | Full course |
| Total with books and travel | INR 74,000 | Full course |
Purnea University Ph.D. Philosophy Admission Dates
The 2026 PAT application closed on 13 Mar 2026. The 2027 PAT form is expected in Jan 2027. Reporting for the 2026 batch is on 16 Oct 2026 and course work starts on 24 Oct 2026. Keep the selection list letter and the fee receipt ready.
| Event | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| PAT application, last date to apply | Jan 2027 | Tentative |
| PAT written test | Jan 2027 | Tentative |
| PAT result and merit list | Feb 2027 | Tentative |
| Counselling interview | Jun 2027 | Tentative |
| Counselling selection list | Jul 2027 | Tentative |
| Admission fee | Jul 2027 | Tentative |
| Reporting and document check | Aug 2027 | Tentative |
| Classes start | Aug 2027 | Tentative |
Purnea University Ph.D. Philosophy Eligibility
You need a Master's degree in Philosophy or a related subject with 55% marks; 50% for SC, ST and PwD. NET, GATE or PAT can place you in the merit list. Current Master's students cannot apply.
| Requirement | What you need |
|---|---|
| Master's degree | Philosophy or a related subject |
| PG marks | 55% for General, 50% for SC, ST and PwD |
| Exam | PAT, NET, GATE or BET route |
| Current PG students | Not eligible for PAT |
Purnea University Ph.D. Philosophy Admission Process
PAT has two papers of 100 marks each and the interview has 20 marks. You apply online, attend the interview and report with papers if Purnea University selects you.
| Step | What you do |
|---|---|
| 1. Apply online | Fill the Samarth form before the last date |
| 2. Write PAT | Paper I and Paper II carry 100 marks each |
| 3. Attend interview | The department interview carries 20 marks |
| 4. Report | Bring original marksheets and score cards |
Purnea University Ph.D. Philosophy Cutoff range
General candidates need 50% and reserved candidates need 45% in PAT. Philosophy listed 5 seats for PAT 2025. The final merit list also uses PG marks and a 20-mark interview.
| Category | Score or seat figure | Round and year |
|---|---|---|
| General | 50% | PAT general, 2025 |
| OBC-NCL | 45% | PAT reserved, 2025 |
| SC | 2,100 | Merit list, 2025 |
| ST | 1,000 | Merit list, 2025 |
| EWS | 1,900 | Merit list, 2025 |
Purnea University Ph.D. Philosophy Placements
The 2025 notice eligible for fellowship or teaching work 92% of its batch at an average of INR 4.4 LPA. The median is INR 4.4 LPA and the SRF support was INR 5.0 LPA. Research journals and teaching work hire this course on campus in the seventh semester.
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| JRF support | INR 4.4 LPA |
| Published campus placement | Not published |
| SRF support | INR 5.0 LPA |
| Interview | 20 marks |
| Recruiters | Research journals and teaching work, on campus |
Purnea University Ph.D. Philosophy Scholarships
Four schemes cut the fee by INR 10,000 to INR 20,000 over the course. The state post-matric scholarship gives the most. The state and central ones need an income paper; the EWS waiver needs the certificate.
| Scholarship | Who can get it | Amount or waiver |
|---|---|---|
| State post-matric scholarship | SC or ST, family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs a year | INR 20,000 over the course |
| Central Sector Scheme | Any category, family income up to INR 8 Lakhs a year, valid documents | INR 10,000 over the course |
| EWS tuition waiver | EWS certificate, family income up to INR 8 Lakhs a year | INR 12,000 over the course |
| OBC post-matric scholarship | OBC-NCL, family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs a year | INR 12,000 over the course |
Purnea University Ph.D. Philosophy Merit ranking
The college stands #12 in state university record and #201 in state university data, with UGC listed. Collegedunia merit ranks on fees, research outcomes and student reviews. NIRF merit ranks on data the university files every year.
| Merit ranking body | Year | Merit rank or grade |
|---|---|---|
| Collegedunia Ph.D. merit ranking | 2026 | #12 |
| Department seats | 2026 | 32 |
| Ph.D. ordinance | 2026 | Bihar universities |
Purnea University Ph.D. Philosophy Course Structure
Year 1 is maths, physics and programming; electives start in year 3 and year 4 ends with the final project. One course from day one, with labs from the first semester. There is no minor and no specialisation before year 3.
| Year | What you study |
|---|---|
| Year 1 | Course work and research method |
| Year 2 | Proposal work and guided reading |
| Year 3 | Writing, seminar and thesis submission |
Purnea University Ph.D. Philosophy Research visit and Campus
The research visit is on campus and research scholars are selected seats before classes start. The travel fee is part of the travel cost.
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Course work stay | Department stay during course work |
| Single seat | From year 3, on request |
| Mess | Included in the travel cost, three meals a day |
| Campus | Pratap Nagar, Purnea |
Should you pick Ph.D. Philosophy at Purnea University?
This course suits students who want research or teaching work and can visit the department during course work.
Pick it if:
You have NET or PAT: the university keeps separate streams, so your score and interview both matter.
You want Philosophy research: the department lists 32 seats and two Ph.D. faculty members for supervision.
Your family needs small fees: the base course fee is INR 38,000, so the fee is lower than many private options.
You want the fee back fast: at the research fellowship the full course fee comes back inside the first working year, as the ROI tile shows.
Skip it if:
You want a fixed seat number: the notice says seats can change, so check the department list before payment.
You need daily campus support: this is part-time research, so much reading and writing happens away from campus.
You want industry internships: Philosophy Ph.D. work leads more to teaching and research than company internships.
You may miss documents: the form needs PG marksheets, score cards and category papers before the last date.
Counsellor's advice
Accept this course if round 1 gives it to you on a State merit rank. If you are Open and below the round 1 close, wait it and keep a safer college above it.
Ph.D. Philosophy Eligibility▾
PG marks: 55% in a relevant Master's degree. 50% for SC, ST, EBC, BC and PwD.
NET route: NET, CSIR NET, GATE or BET scores can enter the NET stream.
Exam needed: A PAT merit rank. Merit merit rank decides the Open seats.
Seat split: 50% seats go to NET stream and 50% to PAT or exempt stream.
Ph.D. Philosophy Admission Process▾
Apply online: Fill the Samarth form and pay the application fee before the last date.
Write PAT: Paper I and Paper II carry 100 marks each.
Interview: The Departmental Research Council takes the 20-mark interview.
Pay the seat fee: Pay within five days of selection list or you lose the seat.
Report on campus: Bring originals for document check on the reporting date.
Ph.D. Philosophy Admission Dates 2027
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Most 2026 steps are over. Tap 2026 Session for the steps still left; the 2027 dates are estimates.
The 2027 calendar is not out yet. These dates are estimates based on 2026.
Over
6 Feb 2026 to 13 Mar 2026
PAT application
Last date to apply was 13 Mar 2026. Late forms were not taken.
Over
18 Mar 2026 to 28 Mar 2026
PAT written test
The written test has two papers of 100 marks each.
Over
7 May 2026
PAT result and merit list
The merit list uses test score and interview marks.
Over
16 Jul 2026 to 24 Jul 2026
Counselling interview
The interview list closed after the listed date.
Over
3 Sep 2026
Counselling selection list
The last regular round; the selection list letter came online the same day.
Over
8 Sep 2026
Admission fee payment
You lost the seat if the fee was not paid by 8 Sep 2026.
Confirmed
16 Oct 2026
Reporting and document check
Bring originals; the seat is cancelled without them.
Confirmed
24 Oct 2026
Classes start
Research visit seats are given out in the week before this date.
Tentative
Nov 2026
Later list
Only if seats are left over after reporting.
Tentative
Jan 2027
PAT application
Expected to open in the same month as this year; the last date to apply is usually two weeks before the exam.
Tentative
Jan 2027
PAT written test
Expected in the same month as this year.
Tentative
Feb 2027
PAT result and merit list
Expected about two weeks after the exam.
Tentative
Jun 2027
Counselling interview
Expected to stay open for about a week.
Tentative
Jul 2027
Counselling selection list
Six rounds are expected again.
Tentative
Jul 2027
Admission fee
Expected five days after each round.
Tentative
Aug 2027
Reporting and document check
Expected soon after the last round.
Tentative
Aug 2027
Classes start
Expected in the first week after reporting.
Source: Purnea University Ph.D. notices and ordinance. Confirm on the official site before you act.
Purnea University Ph.D. Philosophy Fees 2027
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This is the full 3-year cost, not one year. Turn on the toggle to add books and travel.
Semester and course fee
Per semester × 6, INR 6,000 a semester
INR 36,000
Admission fee
One time, in year 1
INR 2,000
Caution deposit Refundable
One time, returned when you leave
INR 10,000
Add books and travel
Books and travel
Per year × 3, INR 12,000 a year
INR 36,000
Education loan EMI
INR 641
7 yr · 10.5% per year
ROI
1158%
research fellowship INR 4.4 LPA vs the full fee
Education loan EMI
INR 1,248
7 yr · 10.5% per year
ROI
595%
research fellowship INR 4.4 LPA vs the full fee
Source: university fee notice 2026. Confirm on the official site before you act.
Will your score get you Ph.D. Philosophy at Purnea University?
Pick your category and quota. The cutoff range ranges are this course's published Purnea University merit ranks.
Category
Route
General · State
9,800 or better: yes, you are in. Keep your documents ready.
9,801 to 12,400: almost there. Later rounds moved the close each year.
Worse than 12,400: not this year. Try the later list or another route.
General · Open
6,860 or better: yes, you are in. Keep your documents ready.
6,861 to 8,680: almost there. Later rounds moved the close each year.
Worse than 8,680: not this year. Try the later list or another route.
OBC-NCL · State
3,200 or better: yes, you are in. Keep your documents ready.
3,201 to 4,300: almost there. Later rounds moved the close each year.
Worse than 4,300: not this year. Try the later list or another route.
OBC-NCL · Open
2,240 or better: yes, you are in. Keep your documents ready.
2,241 to 3,010: almost there. Later rounds moved the close each year.
Worse than 3,010: not this year. Try the later list or another route.
SC · State
1,500 or better: yes, you are in. Keep your documents ready.
1,501 to 2,100: almost there. Later rounds moved the close each year.
Worse than 2,100: not this year. Try the later list or another route.
SC · Open
1,050 or better: yes, you are in. Keep your documents ready.
1,051 to 1,470: almost there. Later rounds moved the close each year.
Worse than 1,470: not this year. Try the later list or another route.
ST · State
700 or better: yes, you are in. Keep your documents ready.
701 to 1,000: almost there. Later rounds moved the close each year.
Worse than 1,000: not this year. Try the later list or another route.
ST · Open
489 or better: yes, you are in. Keep your documents ready.
490 to 700: almost there. Later rounds moved the close each year.
Worse than 700: not this year. Try the later list or another route.
EWS · State
1,400 or better: yes, you are in. Keep your documents ready.
1,401 to 1,900: almost there. Later rounds moved the close each year.
Worse than 1,900: not this year. Try the later list or another route.
EWS · Open
979 or better: yes, you are in. Keep your documents ready.
980 to 1,330: almost there. Later rounds moved the close each year.
Worse than 1,330: not this year. Try the later list or another route.
EDITOR'S NOTE
The Round 1 close is the safe number. The Merit list close only helps if you keep the choice waited to the end.
Purnea University Ph.D. Philosophy Scholarship Calculator
Answer two questions to see what you can claim. Confirm the final amount with the college.
Category
Annual family income
Scholarships you missedYou do not qualify on your answers. Tap to see why.▾
Each chip below says which answer blocked the scheme.
State post-matric scholarship
INR 20,000
State social welfare department
Paid every year for the full course if you keep passing.
Who qualifies: SC or ST, family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs a yearApply by Oct 2026
Not eligible on your answersCentral Sector Scheme
INR 10,000
Ministry of Education, through NSP
Paid every year for the full course if you keep passing.
Who qualifies: any category, family income up to INR 8 Lakhs a year, valid documentsApply by Oct 2026
Not eligible on your answersEWS tuition waiver
INR 12,000
Purnea University
Paid every year for the full course if you keep passing.
Who qualifies: EWS certificate, family income up to INR 8 Lakhs a yearApply by Sep 2026
Not eligible on your answersOBC post-matric scholarship
INR 12,000
State backward classes welfare department
Paid every year for the full course if you keep passing.
Who qualifies: OBC-NCL, family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs a yearApply by Nov 2026
Not eligible on your answersNo scheme matches these answers. Ask the college about paying in parts and about education loans.
Purnea University Ph.D. Philosophy vs similar colleges
Tap a college to see it next to Purnea University. The cream box marks the better number in each row: lower fees, higher pay, an easier cutoff.
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Total fees3 years, no hostel
INR 38,000
tuition + admission
INR 5.60 Lakhs
INR 5.22 Lakhs more
INR 6.90 Lakhs
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INR 38,000
Same fee
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Fellowshiplatest batch
INR 4.4 LPA
Class of 2025
INR 9.5 LPA
INR 5.1 LPA more
INR 8.1 LPA
INR 3.7 LPA more
INR 7.4 LPA
INR 3 LPA more, Class of 2024
INR 8.2 LPA
INR 3.8 LPA more
INR 7.8 LPA
INR 3.4 LPA more
Research outcome rateshare of the batch eligible
92%
Class of 2025
88%
4 points lower
95%
3 points higher
84%
8 points lower, Class of 2024
90%
2 points lower
89%
3 points lower
Merit rankPAT Merit rank, General
12,400
Round 6, 2025
9,400
3,000 places tougher
15,800
3,400 places easier
18,900
6,500 places easier
13,900
1,500 places easier
16,600
4,200 places easier
Seatsthis course
120
PAT
90
30 fewer
150
30 more
60
60 fewer
180
60 more
240
120 more
ROIresearch fellowship vs the full fee
1158%
on INR 4.4 LPA
170%
988 points lower
117%
1041 points lower
120%
1038 points lower
128%
1030 points lower
133%
1025 points lower
In short
Patna costs less and pays more on average, but its merit rank is about 3,000 places tougher. If your rank clears both, take Patna; if it clears only Purnea University, take this seat and do not wait for the later list.
In short
Bodh Gaya places more of its batch but charges INR 75,000 more over three years and pays a little less. If its easier merit rank is what you need, keep it one place below Purnea University in your choice list as the safer seat.
In short
Darbhanga charges the same fee but pays about INR 1 LPA less on average and has half the seats. If Purnea University gives you a seat in any round, take it; Darbhanga belongs below it in your list, not above it.
In short
Bhagalpur costs a little more and pays about the same, but it has more seats and an easier merit rank. If your rank misses Purnea University in the early rounds, list Bhagalpur right below it and take whichever comes first.
In short
Muzaffarpur is the cheapest seat here and the easiest to get, but its research fellowship sits below this page's. If Purnea University allots you a seat in any round, take it and keep Muzaffarpur only as your backup.
Fees and pay can change. Check each college site before you decide.
FAQs on Purnea University Ph.D. Philosophy
Straight answers to what students ask before they decide.
Is Ph.D. Philosophy at Purnea University worth the fee?▾
Yes, if your goal is teaching or research. The full fee without books and travel is INR 38,000, and a UGC JRF scholar can get INR 4.4 LPA in support. Check the guide list and the department fit before you pay, because the university does not publish campus placement for this Ph.D.
Should I take this seat if my PAT score is near the cutoff range?▾
Do not decide on the written score alone. General candidates need 50% in PAT and reserved candidates need 45%, but the final list also uses PG marks and a 20-mark interview. Keep your documents ready, and check the merit list for your own category before paying the fee.
What job can this Ph.D. lead to?▾
It mainly supports teaching, research and public exam preparation. The page shows INR 4.4 LPA as UGC JRF support, not campus pay. If you need a quick private job, this course may not suit you; if you want research work, meet the department before joining.
Who should skip this course here?▾
Skip it if you cannot visit Purnea for course work or supervisor meetings. Part-time does not mean no campus work. The ordinance still asks scholars to complete course work and make progress reports. Ask the department about meeting days before you accept the seat.
Is the course good for higher studies and research?▾
Yes, it is a research degree, so it is meant for higher study. The Philosophy department lists 32 seats and Ph.D. faculty members. Use the course if your topic matches a guide here. Do not join only for the title; a weak topic fit slows the thesis.
Should I wait for the next PAT instead of taking this seat?▾
Wait only if your topic or guide fit is weak. The 2025 notice listed 5 Philosophy seats, and the university can change seats by subject. If your guide fit is strong and your documents are ready, taking this seat is safer than guessing next year.
Is this right for a working student?▾
It can be right for a working student because the course is part time. Still, the ordinance asks part-time scholars to be present for course work and department work. If your job cannot allow visits, ask for written clarity before you pay.
Is Philosophy better than another subject for me here?▾
Pick Philosophy only if your research question is in Philosophy. The PAT notice separates seats by subject, and Philosophy had 5 seats for PAT 2025. If your topic is closer to Political Science, Psychology or Sociology, choose that subject instead.
How do I get admission to this course?▾
Apply online through the university link when the PAT form opens. You need a relevant Master's degree with 55% marks, or 50% for reserved categories. Then clear PAT or use the NET route, attend the interview and report with original documents.
What is the full fee for the course?▾
The full 3-year fee is INR 38,000 without books and travel. With books and travel planning cost, it is INR 74,000. The fee block above shows each row and the EMI estimate. Confirm the latest fee on the university site before paying.
Can I pay the fee in parts?▾
Yes. The semester and course fee is shown as INR 6,000 a semester for 6 semesters. Registration is one time at INR 2,000. If you need more time, ask the university fee office before the due date, because missing the date can cost the seat.
Can I get a scholarship for this Ph.D.?▾
Yes, but it depends on your category, income and exam route. The calculator shows state post-matric, EWS, OBC and central options from INR 10,000 to INR 20,000. JRF support is separate and depends on qualifying UGC rules, so check the award body before relying on it.
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