Ph.D. Programme

Overview

The degree of Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) is AURO University’s principal research degree for graduate students and is available across all its seven schools namely School of Business, School of Law, School of Hospitality, School of Information Technology, School of Liberal Arts and Human Sciences, School of Design and School of Journalism and Mass Communication. AURO University’s Ph.D. program is designed to challenge your intellectual curiosity and enhance your critical thinking. Also, the program is intellectually demanding and calls for a high level of persistence and thirst for knowledge. AURO University’s Ph.D. program is an advanced study and research that needs hard work and dedication along with a focus on developing research skills.

Ph.D Program Highlights

This programme, offered by one of the best Ph.D colleges in Gujarat, gives students the abilities and information required to succeed in the corporate world.

  • Interdisciplinary Research Scope
  • Expert Faculty Mentorship

  • Extensive Database Access

  • Presentation and Publication Opportunities

  • Cutting Edge Research Facilities

  • Rigorous Research Training

  • Doctoral Seminars / Workshops

  • Strong Theoretical Foundation

Educational Qualification

  • Master’s degree in a relevant discipline from a recognized Indian or foreign University/Institute with at least 55% aggregate marks or equivalent.

Or

  • 4-year Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline from a recognised Indian or Foreign University / Institute with a minimum of 75% aggregate marks or equivalent.

Or

  • An MPhil degree from a recognised university with at least 55% aggregate marks or equivalent.
  • Students currently appearing for their final-year degree examinations are also eligible to apply, provided they submit proof of meeting the minimum eligibility criteria at the time of admission.

Relaxation

As per UGC regulations, a 5% relaxation in marks (or equivalent grade) is granted to candidates belonging to SC/ST/OBC (non-creamy layer)/Differently-Abled/EWS categories.)

Candidates qualifying for fellowships/scholarships in UGC-NET, UGC-CSIR NET, GATE, CEED, or similar national-level tests are eligible for interview and 

Or 

AURO PhD Entrance Test (APET)

Syllabus: 50% research methodology + 50% subject-specific content.

Eligibility for Interview
Students securing 50% marks in the entrance test qualify for the interview.

Relaxation: 5% marks for SC/ST/OBC/differently-abled, EWS, and other categories as decided by the UGC.

Interview Call Criteria

Eligible students will be called for research proposal presentation and interviews based on available Ph.D. seats.

Final Selection 

Candidates will be selected on basis of entrance test, research proposal presentation and interview.

Contact us

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Alumni

Everything that I learned at Kempbelle University really helped put me above the competition in the field of business management.

Alyssa Watson
BA Business Management