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IGNOU Ph.D. (Development Studies): Fees, Cutoff, Placements, Admission, Eligibility

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Ph.D. (Development Studies)

Course Fees

Course Duration

3 Years

Total Fees

16.8 K

Detailed Fees

general

Total Fees	₹ 16,799

Course Information

Eligibility Criteria

Aspirants must have

Possesses Master’s Degree from a University recognized by UGC or any other qualification recognized as equivalent thereto in such fields of study as are notified for the purpose from time to time by the University with at least 55% marks [50% marks in the case of SC, ST, OBC (Non-creamy Layer) andDifferently-Abled and other categories of candidates as per the decision of UGC from time to time, or for those who had obtained their Master’s Degree prior to 19th September, 1991]excluding grace mark.

and

Qualifies in the entrance examination conducted by IGNOU at the National level.

Admission Guidelines

The selection is done on the basis of the written test followed by an interview. Applications found suitable for admission will be called for the entrance test. Shortlisted candidates on the basis of their performance in the written test will be called for the interview round. Offer letters for admission will be sent to the Selected Candidates only.

Note: Candidates holding M.Phil. Degree (along with course work and dissertation both) or those candidates who have cleared NET (conducted by UGC/ CSIR/ ICAR) or any other equivalent examination will be exempted from appearing in the Entrance Test.

Entrance Test

The list of shortlisted candidates who will be required to appear for the Entrance Test will be displayed on the IGNOU website.
The admit card will also be released on the official website of IGNOU one week prior of the exam date.
Candidates must bring their admit card to the exam center, else they will not allow sitting for the written test.
Applicants have to bring an original identity proof having a photograph, such as Aadhar Card, Voter ID Card, Driving License, Passport and ID card at the examination center.
Students must score a minimum of 50% marks in the entrance test to qualify the exam.
The Entrance Test will be held in 13 cities.

Interview/ Presentation

Qualified candidates in the written test will be called for interview round/ Presentation.
Offer letters for admission will be sent to the Selected Candidates only.

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Course Details

The university also provides the candidates with an opportunity to research in their respective fields of study by offering M.Phil. and Ph.D. courses under different specializations. For the July academic session, the university is offering Ph.D. in 12 subjects and an M.Phil course in 2 subjects. Eligible candidates are required to appear for the entrance test conducted by the university for admission to M.Phil/Ph.D. course. In the case of Ph.D, candidate holding M.Phil. degree (along with course work and dissertation both) or those candidates who have cleared NET (conducted by UGC/CSIR/ICAR) or any other equivalent examination will be exempted from appearing in the Entrance Test. The entrance examination for admission to M.Phil/ Ph.D program will be conducted in 13 cities across the country. The table given below represents the stream wise eligibility and seats available:

Course	Eligibility Criteria	Seats
Ph.D. in Geology	Post-graduation in Geology or Geological Science or Applied Geology or Geo-Exploration or Mineral Exploration or Engineering Geology or Marine Geology or Earth Science and Resource Management or Petroleum Geosciences or Petroleum Exploration or Geochemistry or Geophysics or Hydrogeology or Geomatics or Geo-informatics or Remote Sensing and GIS from any recognized university	20
Ph.D. in French	MA in French	02
Ph.D. in Journalism and Mass Communication	Master Degree or M.Phil. Degree in Journalism and Mass Communication.	15
Ph.D. in Statistics	Post-Graduation in Statistics/ Applied Statistics with minimum 55% from any Recognized university. Or	08
Ph.D. in Geography	M.A./ M.Sc. in Geography, Earth Systems Science and Relevant Discipline of Geospatial Technology.	16
Ph.D. in Gender and Development Studies	Master’s degree in Gender Studies or Gender and Development Studies with 55% marks. OR Master’s degree in other streams with one or two courses in the area of Gender Studies or Gender and Development Studies or with demonstrable evidence of teaching or research and publications in the area of Gender Studies or Gender and Development Studies.	06
Ph.D. in Women’s studies	Master’s degree in Women’s Studies or Gender Studies with minimum 55% marks. OR Master’s degree in other streams with one or two courses in the area of Women’s/ Gender Studies and with demonstrable evidence of teaching and / or research and publications in the area of Women’s /Gender Studies	07
Ph.D. in Biochemistry	Master’s Degree or any other equal qualification from a recognized university.	09
Ph.D. in Fine Arts	M. Phil in relevant field with minimum 55% marks from any recognized university or Institution. OR Master’s Degree in Fine Arts/ Visual Arts/ Drg. and Ptg. / Design with at least 55% marks (50% marks for SC/ ST).	04
Ph.D. in Theatre arts	M. Phil in relevant field with at least 55% marks. OR M. P. A. in Theatre Arts with minimum 55% marks	01
Ph.D. in Physics	M.Phil. in Physics with course work and UGC-NET (including JRF) / UGC/ CSIR-NET (including JRF) / SLET/ GATE or should be a teacher fellowship holder.	02
Ph.D. in Chemistry	Master’s Degree or M Phil Degree in Chemistry.	05
M.Phil. in Geography	M.A./M.Sc. in Geography, Earth Systems Science and Relevant Discipline of Geospatial Technology	10
M.Phil. in Chemistry	Master’s Degree and /or M Phil Degree in Chemistry	06

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What is the best distance learning MBA Program: Symbiosis Pune, IMT Ghaziabad, NMIMS, or IGNOU?

● Top Answer By Anamika Ghose on 20 May 22

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IGNOU is best for distance learning MBA. IGNOU MBA course structure is pretty good. You will get to learn the basics first then the main concepts. The study materials are good and make the learning process smooth. IGNOU also has a better reputation. Symbiosis Pune is also a good option for MBA. You can choose one of these two options based on fee structure and eligibility.

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Which is the better option for a distance MBA, IGNOU or IMT Ghaziabad?

● Top Answer By Hindol Bagchi on 13 Jul 22

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IMT Ghaziabad distance MBA will be the better option. It is a leading B-School and offers industry-relevant management education. The course curriculum is updated regularly. Students are given options to attend campus classes on weekends. IMTG being a reputed name in the management sector, it will be easier to get internship and placement opportunities as well.

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Can an open university degree holder like KKHSOU and IGNOU apply for the UPSC and APSC civil service exams?

● Top Answer By Sejuti Banerjee on 13 Jul 22

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Yes, students with open degrees from KKHSOU and IGNOU are eligible to apply for UPSC and APSC Civil Service Examinations. The eligibility criteria mentioned by UPSC and APSC Civil Service examinations is that aspirants should have completed their degree from a UGC-recognized university. KKHSOU and IGNOU are UGC recognized. So, you are eligible to apply.

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Which university is better for a correspondence graduation IGNOU or SOL DU?

● Top Answer By Poojita Gupta on 22 Aug 22

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IGNOU is better for correspondence graduation. It has more courses available for correspondence graduation, compared to SOL DU. IGNOU has regional centers and examination centers all across the country. For SOL DU, you will have to visit Delhi, for examinations. In terms of coordination, availability of courses, and quality of education, IGNOU is the obvious choice for correspondence graduation.

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What is better, IGNOU or PTU?

● Top Answer By Kinjal Arora on 13 Jul 22

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IGNOU is better than PTU. IGNOU courses are better recognized in the industry. It is a trusted distance education institution in India. IGNOU has all the required accreditation. If you are planning on pursuing distance education, choosing IGNOU will be wiser. PTU degrees are valid. The university offers decent academics. But in industry, IGNOU degrees are more reputed.

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DU SOL or IGNOU Which is better for BA General correspondence program?

● Top Answer By Aditri Choudhury on 06 Apr 22

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IGNOU is better than DU SOL, for a BA General correspondence program. An IGNOU degree is better recognized in the country. You can get the online course materials easily from the official website. IGNOU has good lab facilities as well. It conducts classes and examinations on time. You can get help from the faculties online regarding any course-related doubts.

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Which one is better correspondence course MA psychology from from IGNOU or MSc Psychology from University of Madras?

● Top Answer By Ritabhari Dasgupta on 13 Jul 22

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IGNOU is better recognized for distance courses. So, pursuing a correspondence course in MA Psychology will be better. However, if possible try to do a regular course in counseling, clinical or industrial psychology. Psychology is practical oriented subject, and you will need to do dissertations, practicals, and internships as a part of coursework. Being a practical-based course, the career outcomes of correspondence degrees in Psychology are somewhat limited.

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What would be a better option between Madras University and IGNOU for distance education for a master’s of public administration?

● Top Answer By Rangoli Sinha on 13 Jul 22

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IGNOU will be better for pursuing a distance master’s in Public Administration. It is one of the best universities for distance education in the country. The course content is excellent and the notes are well-structured. IGNOU course materials can help in civil service examination preparations as well. Both Madras University and IGNOU are good options for pursuing a master’s in Public Administration. But if you have to choose one, select IGNOU.

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Which university is more valid, Calicut or IGNOU?

● Top Answer By Aritri Banerjee on 12 Apr 22

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Both Calicut and IGNOU offer valid distance education degrees. You can choose any of these institutes for a distance learning course. As degrees offered by IGNOU and Calicut University are UGC-DEB approved. However, IGNOU degrees are more recognized in the country. For Govt. sector jobs degrees from both these universities are valid and eligible.

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Which one is better for distance education IGNOU or Kuvempu University?

● Top Answer By Dishant Trivedi on 13 Jul 22

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IGNOU is a renowned name in distance education. The courses offered by the university are accredited by DEB, UGC, and AIU. You won’t need to worry about the recognition of your degree. IGNOU courses are recognized all over the country. IGNOU reading materials are better compared to any other distance education organizations in the country. These are a few of the reasons why you should choose IGNOU over Kuvemou University.

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