(University Grants Commission (Minimum Standards and Procedure for Award of M.PHIL./PH.D Degrees) Regulations, 2016. In supersession of the UGC (Minimum Standards and Procedure for Awards of M. Phil. /Ph.D. Degree) Regulation, 2009, notified in The Gazette of India [No. 28, Part III- Section 4] for the week July 11-July 17, 2009
2.1 Candidates for admission to the M. Phil. programme shall have a Master's degree or a professional degree declared equivalent to the Master’s degree by the corresponding statutory regulatory body, with at least 55% marks in aggregate or its equivalent grade 'B' in the UGC 7-point scale (or an equivalent grade in a point scale wherever grading system is followed) or an equivalent degree from a foreign educational Institution accredited by an Assessment and Accreditation Agency which is approved, recognized or authorized by an authority, established or incorporated under a law in its home country or any other statutory authority in that country for the purpose of assessing, accrediting or assuring quality and standards of educational institutions.
2.2 For admission in M. Phil. A relaxation of 5% of marks, from 55% to 50%, or an equivalent relaxation of grade, may be allowed for those belonging to SC/ST/OBC (non-creamy layer)/Differently-Abled and other categories of candidates as per the decision of the Commission from time to time, or for those who had obtained their Master's degree prior to 19th September, 1991. The eligibility marks of 55% (or an equivalent grade in a point scale wherever grading system is followed) and the relaxation of 5% to the categories mentioned above are permissible based only on the qualifying marks without including the grace mark procedures.
Universities shall admit M. Phil students through an Entrance Test conducted by time to time notification and may decide separate terms conditions for Common Entrance Test. The scholars are passed in entrance examination calling for the interview and after successful completion of entrance examination admission is conformed subject to submitted eligibility document.
For admission to M. Phil programmes to register fill the application from ONLINE / OFF LINE only by accessing the website www.opjsuniversity.edu.in
Before applying, candidates are advised to read the Information Brochure carefully. Candidates must follow the following Steps while applying online Application Form.
Candidates can pay fees either through online or through offline mode. Complete details of payments are given below:
Deposit the requisite fee of Rs. 5,000/- (Rs. Five Thousand Only) through Net-Banking/Debit/Credit Card after Registration in OPJS University Bank Account.
Deposit the requisite fee of Rs. 5000/- (Rs. Five Thousand Only) in any branch of Punjab National Bank throughout the country on the same working day. (Bank Service Charges will be extra)
Note: entrance test fee is non refundable.*
The interview/viva voce shall also consider the following aspects, viz. whether:
The credit assigned to the M. Phil. course work shall be a minimum of 08 credits and a maximum of 16 credits.
There shall be a Research Advisory Committee, or an equivalent body for similar purpose as defined in the Statutes/Ordinances of the Institution concerned, for each M. Phil. scholar. The Research Supervisor of the scholar shall be the Convener of this Committee. This Committee shall have the following responsibilities:
*Fees Shall Be Deposit in University Account or Deposit on University Fees Counter and Take Receipt.
Demand Draft / Cheque / Banker Cheque etc. shall be made by the name of “The OPJS University” AU Small Finance Bank payable at Churu, Rajasthan. (Payment Slip and confirmation is subject to clearance of banking instruments)
Note: If you have any query, Call US @ 7726009719/ OR Official Email ID for the admission enquiry: admissionphd@opjsuniversity.edu.in
Step 1 – Scholar will submit online registration form at University website (www.opjsuniversity.edu.in).
Step 2 – Scholar will deposit 2000/- as registration fee at the time of online registration. For admission to M.Phil programmes to register fill the application from ONLINE / OFF LINE only by accessing the website www.opjsuniversity.edu.in
Step 3 – Admission will be based on an Entrance Test. The syllabus of the Entrance Test shall consist of 50% of research methodology and 50% of subject specific.
Step 4 – After declaration of results, qualified students will get a call from University for appearing interview and Documents verification. (Verification of documents will be done through online and offline mode).
Step 5 – A M.Phil scholar has to obtain a minimum of 55% of marks or its equivalent grade in the course work in order to be eligible to continue in the programme and submit the dissertation/thesis.
Step 6 – Scholar will submit final dissertation at University in both online and offline mode, soft and hard copy with the duration of 1 year (as per UGC rule).
NOTE: The duration of M.Phil is 1 year.
M.Phil job opportunities are available to graduates in a variety of avenues and organizations. Varying specializations offer different jobs for M.Phil freshers. The scope of an M.Phil lies in various career avenues such as consultancies, research organizations, academic institutions, private industries, government organizations, law firms, etc.
Some of the M.Phil fresher's jobs include Lecturer, Consultant, Scientist, Teacher, Assistant Professor, Quality Control Expert, Editor, Research Assistant, etc. If students do not wish to opt for Master of Philosophy jobs immediately after graduation, they can opt for further research in the form of a PhD.
A common query that is often asked about is the M.Phil career prospects available after graduation. M.Phil offers a lot of lucrative career opportunities in the field of law, academic research, private corporate sector, national organizations, human services, etc.
Further research scope in the form of a PhD is also available to M.Phil graduates who do not want to enter the job industry. Both public and private sector organizations offer career scope after M.Phil.
Further research scope in the form of a PhD is also available to M.Phil graduates who do not want to enter the job industry. Both public and private sector organizations offer career scope after M.Phil.
Jobs for M.Phil freshers are available in a diverse range of fields. The M.Phil course moulds an individual with the ability of fact-checking and intense reading thereby making them eligible for profiles that demand a tedious process of proofreading and crosschecking.
The M.Phil scope for jobs is also increased with an added sense of legitimacy when it comes to research potential. For instance, some of the M.Phil job opportunities include Teacher, Research Assistant, Assistant Professor, Editor, Consultant, etc.
Candidates who do not wish to seek jobs immediately after graduation can apply for further research in the form of a PhD. They can also apply for higher educational opportunities to enhance their skill sets such as diploma courses and MBAs. Listed below are some of the top areas of recruitment that pay a handsome M.Phil salary in India:
Many factors come into play when deciding upon an M.Phil salary such as the experience of education and the skill set of the individual. Various sectors have opened up for M.Phil job opportunities such as publishing houses, social services, universities, research organizations, law firms, newspapers, etc. The scope of M.Phil is available in both public and private organizations.
Some of the M. Phil fresher's jobs include Lecturer, Consultant, Scientist, Teacher, Assistant Professor, Quality Control Expert, Editor, Research Assistant, etc.
An M Phil provides advanced research skills and experience which are valued by a range of employers. A PhD also demonstrates these, of course. But the added benefit of a doctorate may not be as significant outside the academic profession.
The M Phil is a research degree in its own right and one which will give you a similar skill set to a PhD. Even if does not have the elements of originality and knowledge creation which characterize a PhD, it is an achievement and a significant piece of research.
M.Phil and PhD. As both are research-oriented courses, the students find it difficult to choose one of them. However, PhD or Doctor of Philosophy is the highest ranking degree provided to the scholars by the university for their research work in the respective subject opted by them.
If you are aspiring to become a lecturer or professor, you will have to pursue post-graduation in your field of teaching preference. Since higher education is advanced education, you are also required to do specialization i.e. M. Phil. or PhD in order to be able to teach at college levels.
2 years As a regular stand-alone study programme, a Master of Philosophy normally takes 2 years to complete. The M. Phil. degree is a pure research degree, focused only on your independent research project.
4 semesters M.Phil degree programme will span over 18 to 24 months, i.e., 4 semesters.
An M. Phil. degree can be awarded in all subjects. Popular disciplines include Philosophy, Linguistics, Cultural Studies, Anthropology, and Political Science.
An M. Phil. degree can be awarded in all subjects. Popular disciplines include Philosophy, Linguistics, Cultural Studies, Anthropology, and Political Science.
The UGC's draft regulation states, “M Phil (Master of Philosophy) degree shall be de-specified from the Academic year 2022-23 onwards. M Phil degree awarded till the date of notification of these regulations shall remain valid.