Munger University has conducted the application process for PhD admission for the academic sessions 2024-25 and 2026 a total of four times, recently completing the late-fee application process on October 7 and 8, 2026[cite: 1]. A total of 475 candidates successfully applied by submitting the prescribed application fee for admission across 296 seats in 18 subjects[cite: 1]. Initially, applications were invited from July 26 to August 27, which was extended to September 15[cite: 1]. A third chance without a late fee was offered from September 22 to 24, followed by late fee submissions (Rs 200 extra) on September 25 and 26[cite: 1]. Finally, the process was reopened on October 7 and 8 with a late fee to fill the remaining seats[cite: 1]. Although 727 candidates submitted application forms according to university data, only 475 candidates paid the application fee, while 252 applicants failed to pay the fee[cite: 1]. The highest number of applications was received for Political Science (98) and Hindi (96), while Botany recorded the lowest with only 2 candidates[cite: 1]. The university will soon announce the interview dates for the shortlisted candidates[cite: 1]. Candidates possess Master’s degrees in relevant subjects to fulfill the eligibility criteria for the PhD enrollment process[cite: 1]. Selection will be based on the university’s designated interview and evaluation process following the completion of application scrutiny[cite: 1].
Important Dates
| Event |
Date |
| First Phase Application Period |
26 July to 27 August |
| Extended Application Deadline |
15 September |
| Third Phase (Without Late Fee) |
22 September to 24 September |
| Third Phase (With Rs 200 Late Fee) |
25 September & 26 September |
| Final Phase (With Late Fee) |
07 October & 08 October 2026 |
| Interview Date |
To be notified soon |
Application Fee
| Category |
Fee Details |
| Normal Application Fee |
As per university rules |
| Late Fee (Extra) |
Rs. 200/- |
| Payment Mode |
Online |
Vacancy Details (Subject-Wise Seats & Applications Received)
| Subject |
Total Applications Received |
| Botany (Vanaspati Vigyan) |
2 |
| Chemistry (Rasayan Shastra) |
6 |
| Economics (Arthashastra) |
25 |
| English |
59 |
| Geography (Bhugol) |
25 |
| Hindi |
96 |
| History (Itihas) |
91 |
| Home Science (Gruh Vigyan) |
6 |
| Mathematics (Ganit) |
7 |
| Music (Sangeet) |
11 |
| Philosophy (Darshan Shastra) |
9 |
| Physics (Bhautiki) |
5 |
| Political Science (Rajniti Vigyan) |
98 |
| Psychology (Manovigyan) |
7 |
| Sociology (Samajshastra) |
5 |
| Urdu |
10 |
| Zoology (Jantu Vigyan) |
13 |
| Total Seats / Total Applications Paid |
296 Seats / 475 Applications |
Eligibility Criteria
| Post Name |
Educational Qualification |
| PhD Admission 2024-26 |
Master’s Degree (Post Graduation) in the relevant subject from a recognized University. |
Selection Process
| Stage |
Description |
| Stage 1 |
Screening of Applications and Application Fee Verification |
| Stage 2 |
Interview / Viva-Voce |
How to Check / Download Status
| Step |
Procedure |
| Step 1 |
Visit the official university portal of Munger University. |
| Step 2 |
Navigate to the PhD Admission 2024-26 portal/section. |
| Step 3 |
Log in using your registered credentials to check application status and upcoming interview schedule. |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: How many total seats are available for PhD admission in Munger University?
A: A total of 296 seats are available across 18 subjects for PhD enrollment.
Q: How many candidates successfully applied with fee payment?
A: A total of 475 candidates completed their application by submitting the application fee.
Q: Which subject received the highest number of PhD applications?
A: Political Science received the highest number of applications with 98 candidates, followed by Hindi with 96 candidates.