Dibrugarh University PhD Admission 2026 – Apply Online, Eligibility, Important Dates

👉 My advice: Don’t wait till the last day. Server issues are very common during peak time.

🎓 Subjects Available for PhD

Dibrugarh University offers PhD in a wide range of subjects. Some popular ones among Assam students include:

• English
• Commerce
• History
• Physics & Chemistry
• Mathematics
• Computer Science
• Mechanical Engineering
• Petroleum Engineering
• Business Administration

Students from technical backgrounds (especially from DUIET) have strong opportunities in engineering streams.

✅ Who Can Apply?

This is where many students get confused. Let’s simplify.

You are eligible if you meet any one of the following:

1. DURAT 2026 Qualified Candidates

• Must have appeared in DURAT
• Minimum marks: General: 50% Reserved categories: 45%
  • General: 50%
  • Reserved categories: 45%

2. DURAT Exempted Candidates

You don’t need DURAT if you have:

• UGC NET / CSIR NET qualification
• GATE qualification
• Valid research fellowship
• Completed M.Phil (regular mode)

👉 In Assam, many candidates ignore NET preparation. But having NET gives you a big advantage—not just here, but everywhere.

💻 Step-by-Step Application Process

Let me break this down in the simplest way possible.

For DURAT Candidates:

1. Login using your registered mobile number
2. Select “PhD Admission”
3. Fill the form carefully
4. Pay the fee online
5. Submit and download the form

For NET/GATE/M.Phil Candidates:

1. Register with mobile number
2. Verify using OTP
3. Login and fill application
4. Upload required details
5. Submit and print application

👉 Always double-check your details before final submission. You cannot edit later.

💰 Application Fee

• Fee: ₹950
• Payment Mode: Online only (UPI, Debit Card, Net Banking)

Keep your payment receipt safe. It may be required later.

📄 Documents Required

You will need:

• All academic certificates (HSLC to Master’s)
• DURAT scorecard (if applicable)
• NET/GATE certificate
• Caste or EWS certificate (if applicable)
• NOC for working candidates

👉 Many students get rejected due to missing documents. Prepare everything in advance.

🧪 How Selection Actually Happens

This is the most important part—and often misunderstood.

Step 1: Shortlisting

Departments will shortlist candidates based on:

• DURAT performance OR
• NET/GATE/M.Phil qualification

Step 2: Viva-Voce (Interview)

All shortlisted candidates must appear for an interview.

Weightage System:

• DURAT candidates: 30% weightage from test
• Exempted candidates: 100% based on interview

👉 This means your interview performance is extremely important.

💵 Admission Fees Structure

Once selected, you need to pay:

• General candidates: ₹10,000
• M.Phil holders: ₹5,000
• Working professionals: ₹20,000

📍 Local Insight: What Assam Students Should Know

From my experience working with candidates across districts like Tinsukia, Dibrugarh, and Jorhat:

• Many students underestimate the viva interview
• Some rely only on DURAT marks, which is risky
• Communication skills (even basic English or Assamese clarity) matter a lot

Also, departments like:

• Commerce
• English
• Engineering (DUIET)

…usually have higher competition.

💡 Pro-Tip from Experience

If you are serious about PhD admission, start preparing your research idea now.

During viva, you may be asked:

• Why this topic?
• What is your research objective?
• How will your research help society or Assam?

👉 Even a simple, clear answer can impress the panel more than a complicated one.

 Key Takeaways

• Apply early—don’t wait till the last date
• Keep all documents ready beforehand
• Focus on interview preparation
• NET/GATE qualification gives extra advantage
• Choose your subject based on your Master’s specialization
• Stay updated through official website

 Final Words

A PhD is not just another degree—it’s a commitment to research, patience, and long-term growth. Many students hesitate because they feel unprepared. But remember, every successful researcher started exactly where you are now.

Take the first step. Apply with confidence.

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