Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) at Siksha 'O' Anusandhan University

If you are looking at Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Siksha 'O' Anusandhan University in Bhubaneswar runs it as a 1-year, full-time doctoral course. The intake is 13 seats a year.

Siksha 'O' Anusandhan University is a other institute, founded in 2007. This page brings together what is on record for this course at Siksha 'O' Anusandhan University — fees, seats, eligibility, the admission route and placements — so you can judge it before you apply.

Siksha 'O' Anusandhan University has not published a fee for Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) on our record yet. When you ask, ask for the total across all 1 years — not just the first-year figure — and whether hostel and exam fees are included.

To be considered for Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), 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 Siksha 'O' Anusandhan University's prospectus for the exact cut-off this year.

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 Siksha 'O' Anusandhan University on its website (www.soa.ac.in) 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.

The latest placement figures on record (2023) show a highest package of ₹46 lakh at Siksha 'O' Anusandhan University. These are college-wide figures, not only for this specialisation.

Placement numbers vary a lot by year and by branch. Ask the placement cell for the branch-wise report of the last two batches.

Siksha 'O' Anusandhan University runs 2 Ph.D specialisations in all. Worth comparing before you decide:

• Ph.D. in Nursing

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

• Do the subjects of Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) genuinely interest you? You will spend 1 year on them.
• What will the full course cost, including hostel and living costs?
• Are the placement figures above good enough for your goals? Ask for the branch-wise numbers.
• How does Siksha 'O' Anusandhan University compare with other colleges offering Ph.D in and around Bhubaneswar?