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    Full form of Ph.D is 'Doctor of Philosophy'. 'Philosophy' word does not relate to the subject but is a broader term. There is no age limit to do PhD. Any person of any age can go for a Ph.D / Doctorate degree.

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    What is Ph.D/Doctorate degree?


    1. Full form of Ph.D is 'Doctor of Philosophy'. 'Philosophy' word does not relate to the subject but is a broader
    term.
    2. In many countries, Ph.D. is the highest academic degree awarded by its universities.
    3. One needs to come up with original idea in his/her field of study and carry out extensive research under the
    supervision of a subject matter expert/guide.

    What are the benefits of doing Ph.D?


    1.
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    People pursue Ph.D because they like to do research on topics that have rarely been researched.
    You have a sincere liking for your subject & want to advance your knowledge in that field.
    You would be able to hold a higher position in the national/international academic sphere.
    Also, after completing Ph.D., one can prefix 'Dr.' before his/her name.

    What is the eligibility criteria for Ph.D?


    1. There is no age limit to do PhD. Any person of any age can go for a Ph.D/Doctorate degree.
    2. For Full Time Ph.D: Master's Degree in a 'related' field of your topic with minimum 50% marks. Eg: Do not
    choose 'Journalism topic' if you are a Botany graduate.

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    3. For Part Time Ph.D: An employed candidate with a minimum 4 years of work experience can apply.
    4. Some universities require NET (National Eligibility Test) scores conducted by UGC (University Grants
    Commission).
    5. Some institutes consider GATE (Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering), JRF (Junior Research Fellowship) scores.
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    What is the preparation needed for Ph.D?


    1. Analyse if this is the right time for you to start extensive research work as it requires a lot of commitment.
    2. Make sure you have the required financial support to do the work.
    3. Topic must be specific. Eg: Instead of 'A Study on Newspapers', choose 'How Editorials Influence Common
    Man.'
    4. Most Indian universities require you to get a guide before you apply. Talk to teachers / Ph.D students before
    you confirm a guide.
    5. Make sure your guide is really interested in your topic or else you will have a hard time working on it.
    6. Publish articles and write-ups on your area of research. This adds additional value to your work.
    7. Getting a Ph.D is neither easy nor difficult. Have confidence in yourself and you can do it.

    What are the steps involved in registering for Ph.D?


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    Write a detailed synopsis on your topic and get it finalised with your guide.
    Apply in the Universities/ Institutions you have chosen. Application forms are easily available.
    The department/ institution head will have to confirm your topic.
    A written test/ interview, or both, will be conducted depending on the institution you apply in. Please note that
    some universities have different method of admitting candidates for Ph.D.
    5. You will be admitted for Ph.D once you pass the interview.

    What is the time duration for completing a Ph.D program?


    1. Full time Ph.D: 3 to 6 years.
    2. Part time Ph.D: 4 to 7 years.
    3. Exemption of 1 year from the minimum duration is permissible for M.Phil., Law, Engg., M.D. & M.S degree
    holders.

    How can one apply for a Ph.D program via Distance Education?
    1. You have provisions to do Ph.D. via correspondence or distance education.
    2. Many good institutes provide extensive coaching for Ph.D like Indira Gandhi National Open University(Delhi),
    Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Open University(AP) and Karnataka/Madhya Pradesh Open universities.

    3. Enquire well about the institute before enrolling yourself.


    4. Do not go by ads like 'Get Ph.D in a 6 months'. PhD program usually takes about 5 years.

    What is the difference between MS and Ph.D?


    1. For Ph.D, research knowledge, experience and faculty recommendations are considered.
    2. For MS, academic credentials or GRE score, work experience matter.
    3. A Master's Degree holder in any subject can do Ph.D.
    4. In Ph.D, one is expected to come up with an original/new idea, produce a thesis and defend it; while in MS, one
    can do study in an 'existing' area and modify it.
    5. After doing MS, one cannot prefix 'Dr' to their name as that is allowed after successful completion of Ph.D.

    Can one get funding for Ph.D?


    1. Some Universities take Ph.D students as Research Assistants. This way you earn while you learn.
    2. JRF (Junior Research Fellowship) candidates may get funding from University Grants Commission (UGC) in
    India.

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