IGNOU invite applications for research Programmes
OurEducation Reporter, Published On:30-Jul-2013
IGNOU invite applications for research Programmes
NEW DELHI: Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) has invited applications for admission to research degree programmes in various disciplines, said a varsity statement on Sunday.
A candidate looking for registration in the research degree programmes (MPhil/PhD) for January 2014 cycle must hold a master's degree in the relevant discipline with minimum 55 per cent marks," the statement said.
An entrance examinations would be conducted on all-India basis and candidates who qualify will have to appear for an interview at the IGNOU headquarters in Delhi.
Candidates holding masters of philosophy (MPhil), having cleared the University Grants Commission's National Eligibility Test (UGC-NET) or state level eligibility test (SLET) or having relevant professional experience may be exempted from the entrance exams, it added.
The last date for applying is Aug 8, and together with the form, applicants are required to submit their research proposal, as per the guidelines. Without the offer, the application would stand rejected.
The applications form can be downloaded online and has to be submitted with a demand draft of Rs 1,000.
IGNOU is the world's biggest open university system with a pan-India and international reach with flexible entry qualifications and a wide range of academic programmes at affordable cost.