Q. How many years does it take to have a PhD?

A. PhD courses take a maximum of five to six years. However, the duration may vary as per the institute where the students have applied.

Q. Can I finish my PhD in four years?

A. There is a possibility that a student can finish off his/her PhD in four years, but that completely depends on the chosen degree and institute.

Q. Will I be paid for PhD?

A. Yes. Most PhD degrees offer stipends to students. The amount varies as per the degree chosen by the candidates for the doctorate.

Q. What is a PhD course?

A. PhD is the short form of Doctor of Philosophy and to be eligible, the students are required to have completed their Master’s degree.

Q. Do I need to qualify for an entrance exam for PhD admissions?

A. No. Students are not required to qualify for any entrance exam for PhD admissions.

Q. How can I get a fellowship for PhD?

A. Students can get fellowships by attempting and qualifying entrance exams such as UGC-NET, GATE and more.

Q. What are the required skillset for PhD?

A. Students should be dedicated and good at research for PhD. Additionally; they should also be self-motivated and good at writing for all the reports and their thesis, which they will prepare.

Q. How can I get PhD admission?

A. For PhD admissions, the students will have to apply at the official website of the institute they prefer. Some institutes may also ask for research proposals to select the students for admission into their institute.

Q. How is the course flow of PhD?

A. After admissions, the students will have to work on their research proposal along with their allotted supervisor/guide. Students will have to participate in seminars and research papers while preparing their thesis. The final thesis will have to be submitted as a hard copy as well as a soft copy. A viva-voce will be conducted where the students will have to defend their thesis.

Q. Is a person with PhD a doctor?

A. No. A person with PhD has completed his/her Doctorate of Philosophy while a doctor has completed his education in Medicine and works to help other people with their medical conditions.

Q. Do I need MPhil to apply for PhD.

A. Most of the colleges accept students with a Master’s degree for PhD. However, some institutes may require MPhil for PhD admissions.

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Presidency University Kolkata FAQs

Q. How many courses are offered by Presidency University?

A. The University offers more than 30 courses across Arts and Science streams.

Q. Is Presidency University approved by the UGC?

A. Yes, the UGC has recognised Presidency University as an Institute of Eminence. In addition to this, it is also accredited with an "A" Grade by the NAAC.

Q. Does Presidency University Kolkata offers a PhD degree?

A. Yes, Presidency University offers PhD programme with a duration of three years across 14 specialisations.

Q. Who are the top recruiters at Presidency University Kolkata?

A. A few top recruiting companies are MU SIGMA, Deloitte and many more.

Q. Can I apply online for the Presidency University Kolkata admissions?

A. Yes, the admission process is conducted online through the official website of the University.

Q. What is the admission criteria for UG courses at Presidency University?

A. For admission to UG programmes, candidates must have a valid score in Presidency University Bachelor Degree Entrance Test (PUBDET) conducted by the West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board (WBJEEB). However, for admission 2021, this exam got cancelled and admissions will be based on merit in Class 12.

Q. Does Presidency University offer any scholarships?

A. Yes, the University offers a few scholarships on merit and need-basis to the students of all programmes

Q. What is the total number of faculty at Presidency University?

A. Presidency University has more than 220 permanent faculty members.

Q. Does Presidency University has any international collaborations?

A. Yes, the University has collaborated with 20 international organisations across different continents. Some of the popular names include Trinity College, Groningen University and Chittaranjan National Cancer Institute, among others.

Q. What is the student to faculty ratio of Presidency University Kolkata?

A. The student to faculty ratio of the University is 7:1 for UG programmes and 4:1 for PG programmes.

Q. Is there a placements cell at Presidency University Kolkata?

A. The University has a career counselling cell for its students. The cell works with the objective to train students in various aspects of their career.

Q. When was Presidency University established?

A. Presidency University was established in 1817 in Kolkata as Hindoo College. It then became the College of the Bengal Presidency and got associated with Calcutta University in 1857. After functioning as a leading constituent college under Calcutta University for over a hundred years, the institution was established as a university in July 2010.