LPU Ph.D. Admission is open for the Autumn Term (August 2024) and the last date to apply is May 08, 2024. LPU Jalandhar is conducting the National Entrance and Scholarship Test (LPUNEST) for Ph.D. aspirants. The Ph.D. program is available in 68 specializations. The university offers flexible coursework under three options:

  • Option 1: Classes on Weekends (From August to December on Saturdays and Sundays Only)
  • Option 2: 4 days of coursework every month (August to December)
  • Option 3: 15 Days Course-work (In December)

LPU Ph.D. Admission 2024 Dates

LPU Ph.D. Admission 2024 Dates have been announced and registration is open for interested candidates. Here are the important dates for LPU Ph.D. Admission 2024: 

Particulars LPUNEST Ph.D. 2024 Dates (Schedule I) LPUNEST Ph.D. 2024 Dates (Schedule II)
Last Date of Application  May 08, 2024  July 3, 2024
Date of Entrance Test May 10, 2024 – May 12, 2024  July 5 & July 7, 2024
Ph.D. Entrance Result  May 18, 2024  July 15, 2024
Interview Slot Booking May 18, 2024 – May 21, 2024 July 15, 2024 – July 18, 2024
Ph.D. Interview Schedule May 25, 2024 – May 31, 2024 July 21, 2024 – July 25, 2024
Result of Interview June 05, 2024  July 29, 2024
Last Date of Admission  June 30, 2024  August 10, 2024


LPU Ph.D. Eligibility Criteria

The candidates seeking admission must qualify in the following.

  • Candidates must have a Master’s degree with a minimum aggregate of 55% marks (2 years/4-semester master’s degree programme after a 3-year bachelor's degree course).
  • Candidates who have completed 1 Year/ 2 Semester Master’s Degree programme after 4 year/ 8 semester Bachelor’s degree with minimum 55% marks are also eligible. 
  • A relaxation of 5% for SC/ST/ OBC-NCL/ Differently Abled/ EWS is available in the minimum marks prescribed. 
  • A candidate having a 4-year/ 8 semester Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field with a minimum 75% aggregate marks and a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in teaching/ research/ industry are also eligible. 
  • To get a Ph.D. in engineering disciplines applicants must have a relevant Post Graduation degree in Engineering.
  • However, students are selected based on their performance in the Entrance Test LPUNEST.
  • The Entrance exam can be considered for both admission and Scholarship.

Admission to the Ph.D. program is done based on the candidate’s performance in LPUNEST followed by an interview. The candidates are selected based on their performance in the written test (70% weightage) and interview (30% weightage).

How to apply?

  • Visit the official site of LPU.
  • Fill out the Admission form.
  • Deposit the Initial Fee.
  • Upload Requisite Documents.
  • Apply for LPUNEST for a Scholarship.
  • Deposit the Remaining Fees.
  • Apply for Program Transfer.

LPU Ph.D. Syllabus

LPU Coursework is mandatory for all Ph.D. students. During the first or second semester, the coursework must be completed by the Candidates prescribed by the University. The coursework consists of three courses:

  • Course-I: Foundations of Research and Publication Ethics
  • Course-II: Research Methodology
  • Course-III: Research Writing and Presentation

75% of minimum attendance is mandatory for the candidates during the course. Candidates must obtain 55% marks in individual courses each to secure the degree. Thesis submission and Seminar presentation are mandatory for the candidates to evaluate the process of getting a degree. The thesis work is followed by a viva voce examination conducted by the examiners. So overall performance is calculated for issuing the degree.


LPU Ph.D. Fees

The table given below shows the LPU Ph.D. Fee Structure:

Particulars Fees
Per Semester Fees INR 50,000

LPU Ph.D. Scholarships

The categories of scholarship are based on performance in LPUNEST (Ph.D.). The cut-off for each category will be announced along with the result of the respective schedule. The scholarship details are as per the following table:

Scholarship Indian Fee 2024 after Scholarship (Per Semester)
LPUNEST Cutoff I (50% Scholarship) INR 25,000
LPUNEST Cutoff II (40% Scholarship) INR 30,000
LPUNEST Cutoff III (30% Scholarship) INR 35,000
All Female Candidates & LPU Alumni (20% Scholarship) (Only if not getting any other scholarship) INR 40,000

LPU Ph.D. FAQs

Ques. What are the important dates for LPU Ph.D. Admission 2024?

Ans. Registrations for Ph.D. at LPU started on February 12, 2024, and the last date for application is May 08, 2024. The entrance test will be conducted from May 10 to May 12, 2024, with results announced on May 18, 2024. Interview slots can be booked from May 18 to May 21, 2024, and interviews will be held from May 25 to May 31, 2024. The last date for admission is June 30, 2024.

Ques. What are the options for flexible coursework in LPU's Ph.D. program?

Ans. LPU offers three options for the flexibility of Ph.D. courses: Weekend classes (Saturdays and Sundays from August to December), 4 days of coursework every month (August to December), and 15 days of coursework in December.

Ques. What specializations are available for the Ph.D. program at LPU?

Ans. LPU offers Ph.D. specializations in 68 areas including Management, Physical Education, Biotechnology, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Education, Genetics, Computer Science, Journalism, Environmental Science, Law, Psychology, and many more.

Ques. What are the eligibility criteria for LPU's Ph.D. program?

Ans. Candidates must have a Master’s degree with at least 55% marks or equivalent to apply for LPU Ph.D. courses. A relaxation of 5% is available for certain categories. Candidates with a 4-year Bachelor’s degree and relevant experience are also eligible. Engineering Ph.D. applicants must have a relevant post-graduation degree.

Ques. How is admission to LPU's Ph.D. program conducted?

Ans. Admission is based on the LPUNEST entrance test followed by an interview. The written test carries 70% weightage, while the interview carries 30%. Candidates must apply online, deposit fees, upload documents, and apply for LPUNEST for scholarship consideration.

Ques. What is the syllabus for LPU's Ph.D. program?

Ans. The mandatory coursework includes Foundations of Research and Publication Ethics, Research Methodology, and Research Writing and Presentation. Candidates must maintain a minimum attendance of 75% and score at least 55% in each course. Thesis submission and seminar presentation are also required.

Ques. What are the scholarship opportunities for LPU's Ph.D. program?

Ans. Scholarships are based on performance in LPUNEST with varying cutoffs. The scholarships range from 50% to 20% fee reductions per semester, with specific cutoffs announced along with the result.