Campus Times | Lucknow 

Dr. Shakuntala Misra National Rehabilitation University has initiated preparations for PhD admissions for the upcoming academic session, with a special focus on increasing international participation. The university has introduced dedicated supernumerary seats for foreign students across all departments to strengthen global research engagement.

Total Seats and Category-Wise Distribution

A total of 278 PhD seats will be filled this year. This includes:

• 144 National seats (Full-time and Part-time combined)

• 134 International seats (Supernumerary category)

The detailed admission brochure has been approved in the 40th Academic Council meeting, and it contains complete information regarding seat distribution, fee structure, and eligibility criteria.

Admission Process and Selection Criteria

According to university spokesperson Prof. Yashwant Veeroday, the PhD admission process is expected to commence from May 8, 2026.

• The university will not conduct a separate entrance examination.

• Admissions will be based on:

o 70% weightage to UGC NET scores

o 30% weightage to Interview/Viva performance

For international candidates:

• Registration on the Study in India portal is mandatory.

• Admission will be granted directly through interview performance.

Department-Wise PhD Seat Availability

Faculty of Arts, Commerce, and Sciences:

• Fine Arts & Performing Arts: 04 (International)

• Hindi & Other Indian Languages: 08 (International)

• English & Foreign Languages: 14 (National), 10 (International)

• Commerce: 09 (National), 06 (International)

• Management: 12 (National), 08 (International)

• Physics: 10 (National), 06 (International)

• Computer Science: 01 (National), 02 (International)

• Microbiology: 02 (International)

• Mathematics & Statistics: 05 (National), 04 (International)

• Information Technology: 08 (National), 06 (International)

• Chemistry: 03 (National), 02 (International)

Seats in Special Education and Social Sciences

• Visual Impairment (Special Education): 19 (11 National, 08 International)

• Hearing Impairment: 22 (14 National, 08 International)

• Intellectual Disability: 10 (04 National, 06 International)

• Social Work: 16 (08 National, 08 International)

• Political Science & Public Administration: 25 (13 National, 12 International)

• Sociology/Social Sciences: 10 (04 National, 06 International)

• Economics: 21 (11 National, 10 International)

• History & Archaeology: 22 (10 National, 12 International)

• Law: 13 (07 National, 06 International)

Focus on Global Research Excellence

The Vice-Chancellor, Acharya Sanjay Singh, emphasized that the increase in PhD seats aims to strengthen research at a global level. By ensuring adequate opportunities for both national and international scholars, the university seeks to enhance both quality and diversity in research output.

Key Highlights for Applicants

• No separate entrance exam

• UGC NET score is mandatory for national applicants

• Interview plays a crucial role in final selection

• Dedicated international seats across all departments

• Admission brochure approved and available with full details