Jadavpur University’s Institute of Language Studies and Research, in collaboration with the Department of Education, invites applications for the 2025 Ph.D. Program. Eligible Indian nationals with postgraduate degrees in Humanities and Social Sciences can apply. The application deadline is March 20, 2025. To learn all about the Jadavpur University Ph.D. Programme, read the full article.
Steps to Getting Admission to the Ph.D. Program 2025 at Jadavpur University’s Institute of Language Studies and Research:
Jadavpur University, renowned for its academic excellence and commitment to nurturing research talents, extends an invitation to Indian nationals for its Ph.D. program in collaboration with the Institute of Language Studies and Research (ILSR) for the year 2025. This partnership between ILSR and the Department of Education at Jadavpur University provides an exceptional opportunity for aspiring scholars to explore the diverse realms of Humanities and Social Sciences.
Jadavpur University Ph.D. Programme Eligibility Criteria 2025:
To be considered for admission to the Ph.D. program, candidates must satisfy the following eligibility criteria:
- Possession of a postgraduate degree in Humanities and Social Sciences with a minimum of 55% marks (adhering to the reservation policy of the West Bengal State Government).
- Candidates with other postgraduate degrees, holding an equal percentage of marks, are also eligible to apply provided they opt for interdisciplinary research areas in Humanities and Social Sciences.
- All applicants must have successfully completed a 2-year MA or equivalent degree from a university or institute recognized by the UGC.
- Applicants with an MA or equivalent degree of less than two years duration must have completed at least five years of combined undergraduate and postgraduate study at a recognized university or institute.
Jadavpur University Ph.D. Programme Application Process 2025:
Aspiring candidates interested in pursuing a Ph.D. at Jadavpur University can submit their applications via the prescribed application form, available on the ILSR website (https://silsr.wb.gov.in/) or the Jadavpur University website (http://www.jaduniv.edu.in). The application fee is Rs. 1000/- for GEN, OBC A, and OBC B candidates, and Rs. 500/- for SC and ST candidates. The application fee can be paid through various methods, including net banking, Paytm, and G-pay.
Upon completing the payment, candidates should download the application form and submit it, along with the payment receipt and all necessary documents, either by post or in-person to the Institute of Language Studies and Research office at the following address:
To
The Secretary
Institute of Language Studies and Research (ILSR)
ASANNA Building,
Plot No.: DG-10/1, Premises No. 13-0327, Action Area – ID,
Rajarhat, Newtown, Kolkata: 700156
Furthermore, candidates should send a single PDF copy of the entire application along with the payment proof to toilsr.2025@gmail.com by 20.3.2025, with the subject line “Application for Ph.D. program ILSR-JU 2025.” Both hard and soft copies of the application are mandatory for consideration.
The deadline for application submission is 20.03.2025, and no applications will be accepted after this date.
Required Documents:
Candidates must attach the following documents along with their application form:
- Two recent passport-size photographs.
- Attested copies of all mark sheets and certificates.
- Madhyamik admit card/certificate for age verification.
- SC/ST/OBC-A/OBC-B certificate (if applicable).
- NET/SET/GATE certificate (if applicable).
- For M.Phil. degree holders from other universities, a certificate detailing the M.Phil. admission process and confirmation of the Research Methodology course.
- A copy of the application payment receipt.
Jadavpur University Ph.D. Programme Selection Process 2025:
The selection process for Ph.D. admission includes both a written test and an interview. However, candidates meet specific criteria, such as holding an M.Phil. (Regular two-year course) degree or qualifying NET/SET/GATE may be exempted from the written test and invited directly for an interview. Appropriate documentation must be provided to request this exemption.
Available PhD Vacancies:
There are ten (10) available vacancies for the Ph.D. program across various interdisciplinary areas of research supervision. Some preferred areas include Literature and Gender Studies, Literature and Social Stratification, Evolution and Transformative Shifts in Bangla Fiction (post-80s/90s), Women, Subalternity and Empowerment, Ethno-Linguistics and Socio-Linguistics, Geo-Linguistics, Narratology, Language Planning, Stylistics, and Discourse Analysis, Deconstruction, Pedagogies of Cultural Discourses, Anthropocene, Post-humanities, Cosmopolitics, Micro-literatures and Minor Voices, among others.
Important Notes:
- Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes from states other than West Bengal must provide a Domicile Certificate indicating residence in West Bengal for at least 10 years to claim reserved quota benefits.
- OBC-A/OBC-B candidates must produce a non-creamy layer OBC certificate issued after February 2025 to claim reserved seats.
- Applicants already enrolled in a Ph.D. program at any other university or department within Jadavpur University must cancel their enrollment before seeking admission.
- Applicants pursuing a 2-year M.Phil. with pending dissertation submission or viva voce examination will not be considered for admission.
Conclusion:
Jadavpur University’s Ph.D. program, in collaboration with the Institute of Language Studies and Research, offers an exciting opportunity for research enthusiasts to explore diverse fields within the Humanities and Social Sciences. Prospective scholars are encouraged to carefully follow the application guidelines and submit their applications promptly. The journey towards academic excellence and groundbreaking research awaits those who embark on this path. You can visit the university website at “https://jadavpuruniversity.in/” for more information. We extend our best wishes to all applicants in their pursuit of knowledge and scholarly achievements.