Ph.D. in Geography at DBS Post Graduate College: overview

If you are looking at Ph.D. in Geography, DBS Post Graduate College in Dehradun runs it as a 2-year, full-time doctoral course. The intake is 31 seats a year.

DBS Post Graduate College is a public-private institute, founded in 1961. This page brings together what is on record for this course at DBS Post Graduate College — fees, seats, eligibility, the admission route and placements — so you can judge it before you apply.

Ph.D. in Geography fees at DBS Post Graduate College

DBS Post Graduate College has not published a fee for Ph.D. in Geography on our record yet. When you ask, ask for the total across all 2 years — not just the first-year figure — and whether hostel and exam fees are included.

Ph.D. in Geography eligibility

To be considered for Ph.D. in Geography, you usually need a master's degree in a related subject.

Admission to this kind of course is usually through UGC NET and a university's own test. Reserved-category candidates generally get a relaxation in the minimum marks. Check DBS Post Graduate College's prospectus for the exact cut-off this year.

How to get admission to Ph.D. in Geography at DBS Post Graduate College

Here is the usual route in:

  1. Check that you meet the eligibility above and register for the entrance exam in time.
  2. Take UGC NET and a university's own test and keep your scorecard.
  3. Apply to DBS Post Graduate College or through the enquiry form on this page, and take part in counselling if a state or central body runs it.
  4. Once you are offered a seat, verify your documents (marksheets, ID, category certificate if any) and pay the admission fee to confirm it.

Other Ph.D specialisations at DBS Post Graduate College

DBS Post Graduate College runs 9 Ph.D specialisations in all. Worth comparing before you decide:

Is Ph.D. in Geography at DBS Post Graduate College right for you?

Before you decide, it helps to be clear on these:

  • Do the subjects of Ph.D. in Geography genuinely interest you? You will spend 2 years on them.
  • What will the full course cost, including hostel and living costs?
  • What do recent graduates of this course actually go on to do?
  • How does DBS Post Graduate College compare with other colleges offering Ph.D in and around Dehradun?

Ph.D. in Geography at DBS Post Graduate College: FAQs

How long is Ph.D. in Geography at DBS Post Graduate College?

Ph.D. in Geography at DBS Post Graduate College is a 2-year full-time doctoral course.

How many seats are there in Ph.D. in Geography at DBS Post Graduate College?

DBS Post Graduate College has 31 seats in Ph.D. in Geography each year.

What is the eligibility for Ph.D. in Geography?

You usually need a master's degree in a related subject. Admission is usually through UGC NET and a university's own test. Check the college's prospectus for this year's cut-off.

Which other Ph.D specialisations does DBS Post Graduate College offer?

Besides Ph.D. in Geography, DBS Post Graduate College offers Ph.D. in Mathematics, Ph.D. in Chemistry, Ph.D. in Physics, Ph.D. in Botany, Ph.D. in Geology, Ph.D. in English, Ph.D. in Zoology and Ph.D. in Economics.

Is DBS Post Graduate College a government or private college?

DBS Post Graduate College is a public-private institute, founded in 1961, located in Dehradun, Uttarakhand.