BHU Ph.D. Psychology Admission 2026-27

For the academic session 2026–27, BHU has invited applications for Ph.D. admissions across various faculties, including Social Sciences, under which the Department of Psychology is covered. The university provides students with an academically diverse environment and opportunities to pursue advanced study and research in their chosen areas.

Department of Psychology, BHU

The Department of Psychology at BHU is part of the Faculty of Social Sciences and offers programmes at undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral levels.

According to the university’s programme information, the department offers a Ph.D. programme in Psychology. The listed eligibility is a Master’s degree from a recognised university with at least 55% marks or equivalent grade in Psychology or specified allied social-science subjects.

The department’s academic and research areas cover various domains of Psychology, providing opportunities for students interested in research, teaching and higher education.

Departments & Campus Locations

In BHU, Psychology and related research interdisciplinary programs are run across multiple faculties and constituent units:

• Department of Psychology (Main Campus): Under the Faculty of Social Sciences and Faculty of Science.
• Mahila Mahavidyalaya (MMV): Women’s college located on the main BHU campus.
• Constituent / Affiliated Colleges:
  • Arya Mahila P.G. College (AMPG)
  • Vasant Kanya Mahavidyalaya (VKM)
  • Vasanta College for Women (VCW)
  • DAV P.G. College
• Interdisciplinary Departments Offering Psychology Sub-Disciplines / Research:
  • Faculty of Ayurveda: Department of Kaumarbhritya/Balroga, Department of Kayachikitsa (Manas Rog), Department of Kriya Sharir, Department of Panchkarma, Department of Prasuti Tantra, Department of Samhita & Sanskrit, Department of Swasthavritta and Yoga, Department of Vikriti Vigyan.
  • Faculty of Medicine (IMS): Department of Anatomy.

Modes of Admission & Selection Criteria

BHU offers Ph.D. admissions under three distinct modes:

Mode 1: JRF (Junior Research Fellowship) Mode

• Eligibility: Candidates who have qualified for a valid Junior Research Fellowship (UGC/CSIR JRF, ICMR, DBT, etc.).
• Selection Criteria: 100% Weightage based on performance in the personal interview / viva-voce.

Mode 2: NET Mode

• Eligibility: Candidates who have qualified under UGC/CSIR-NET Category 1 (JRF), Category 2 (Assistant Professorship), Category 3 (Ph.D. Admission Only), or GATE 2026.
• Selection Criteria: Based on a total composite score of 100:
  • 70% Weightage: Percentile score obtained in UGC/CSIR NET or GATE.
  • 30% Weightage: Interview percentile score computed by BHU.

Mode 3: Direct Admission (Supernumerary Seats)

• Reserved for candidates with national/international fellowships equal to or greater than JRF, permanent BHU teachers/employees, or project fellows meeting specific residency norms. These seats are filled over and above the advertised seats.

Eligibility Criteria

To apply for the Ph.D. Psychology program, candidates must fulfill the following qualification requirements:

• Educational Qualification: Master’s Degree in Psychology (M.A. / M.Sc. in Psychology or equivalent) from a recognized university with minimum marks.
• Qualifying Exam: Must have a valid declared result for UGC/CSIR-NET / JRF or GATE at the time of submitting the online application.

Seat Matrix

Location	Admission Mode	Seats	UR	OBC	SC	ST	EWS	PC
Department of Psychology	JRF	3	1	1	1	0	0	1
Department of Psychology	NET	2	1	0	0	1	0	0
Department of Psychology – Total	—	5	2	1	1	1	0	1
MMV	JRF	3	1	1	1	0	0	0
MMV	NET	2	1	1	0	0	0	0
MMV – Total	—	5	2	2	1	0	0	0
College	JRF	0	0	0	0	0	0	0
College	NET	1	0	0	0	0	1	0
College – Total	—	1	0	0	0	0	1	0
Overall Total (Res.)	—	11	4	3	2	1	1	1

Application Fee & Registration Details

Applications must be submitted online through the university portal (bhuonline.in).

Category	Registration Processing Fee
General / OBC / EWS	₹600
SC / ST / PwBD	₹300

Application Process

• Online Registration: Visit bhuonline.in and register using your email and mobile number.
• Form Submission: Access your user portal, choose your mode of admission (JRF Mode or NET Mode), and select up to 5 preferred location options (Department, MMV, Colleges).
• Upload Documents: Upload relevant PG marksheet, qualifying NET/JRF scorecard, and caste/category certificate (issued after March 31, 2026, for OBC-NCL and EWS).
• Fee Payment: Pay the application processing fee online using credit/debit card or net banking.
• Interview & Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates will be issued call letters on their portal for physical verification and interview at BHU.

Important Dates

Event	Date
Online Registration Begins	6 October 2026
Last Date to Apply	21 October 2026
Correction Window	22–23 October 2026
Call Letter	29–31 October 2026
Document Verification & Interview	12–19 November 2026
Result/Offer Letter & Fee Submission	25 November–15 December 2026
Reporting	16 December 2026

Why Consider a Ph.D. in Psychology at BHU?

A Ph.D. in Psychology at BHU can be a suitable option for students planning to build careers in:

• Teaching and academia
• Psychological research
• University and institutional research
• Behavioural and social research
• Higher education
• Postdoctoral research

However, a Ph.D. in Psychology is a doctoral research qualification and should not be considered equivalent to a professional clinical qualification or RCI registration.

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