Aspirants seeking admission to 3-year Full-time Ph.d. Program who have completed post-graduation degree from a recognized university with 55% marks. A relaxation of 5% of marks, from 55% to 50%, may by allowed for those belonging to SC/ST/OBC (non-creamy layer)/Differently-Abled.

The women candidates and Persons with Disability (more than 40% disability) may be allowed a relaxation of two years for Ph.D. in the maximum duration.