ADBU Ph.D Education: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. The PhD in Education at ADBU covers a wide range of thrust areas including Educational Leadership and Management, Classroom Management, Teacher Supervision, Curriculum Development, Educational and Developmental Psychology, Sociology of Education, Adolescent Development, Comparative Education, Inclusive Education, Teacher Education, Language Education, Instructional Technology, Educational Psychology and Service Learning, and ICT in Education. For researchers from Northeast India, areas such as Language Education (given the region's linguistic diversity), Inclusive Education, Adolescent Development, and Sociology of Education are particularly relevant and offer rich research opportunities.

Ans. Candidates who have qualified NET/GATE or similar national-level tests are exempted from the written entrance test. All other candidates must appear for the written test, which covers Research Methodology and Subject Specific Area. However, all candidates (including those exempted from the written test) must attend the personal interview, where they are required to present a research proposal not exceeding 300 words. The final selection is based on marks/grades in the Master's degree, performance in the written test (if applicable), and performance in the personal interview.

Ans. All candidates admitted to the PhD programme at ADBU must complete a mandatory coursework of one semester (six months) before formal registration as a PhD scholar. Candidates must secure a minimum grade point of 6.00 in the coursework to proceed. The coursework is designed to build research skills and subject knowledge. After successful completion of the coursework, the candidate prepares a detailed research proposal and submits it for approval. Formal registration as a PhD scholar must be completed within 18 months of the date of admission.

Ans. Research scholars at ADBU are required to have at least two research publications co-authored with their supervisor in Scopus Indexed, Web of Science, or peer-reviewed journals, with affiliation to Assam Don Bosco University, before submitting the thesis. A research paper jointly published by two research scholars may be given equal weightage to both, with justification about their contribution by the supervisor. This requirement ensures that scholars contribute meaningfully to the academic literature in their field before completing their doctorate.

Ans. Yes, a PhD in Education from ADBU is fully valid for teaching positions in colleges and universities. ADBU is a UGC-recognised university (under Section 2(f) and 12B of the UGC Act) with NAAC 'A' Grade accreditation. As per UGC regulations, PhD holders may be exempted from the requirement of qualifying UGC-NET for appointment as Assistant Professor, subject to the conditions specified in the UGC (Minimum Qualifications for Appointment of Teachers and Other Academic Staff in Universities and Colleges) Regulations. Candidates are advised to check the latest UGC regulations for the current exemption criteria.

Ans. Working professionals, including school teachers and education administrators, can apply for the PhD programme at ADBU, but they must submit a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their current employer at the time of the personal interview. Since the programme is full-time, candidates are expected to be available for coursework, research activities, and supervisor interactions on a regular basis. The university does not offer a part-time PhD mode. School teachers who wish to pursue a PhD are advised to apply for study leave from their institution before enrolling in the programme.