The University of Delhi (DU) invites applications for its PhD Psychology program for the academic year 2025-26.
Eligible candidates can apply online before the last date. Read on to know the complete details about the program, eligibility, exam pattern, and application process.
Eligibility Criteria
For admission in the PhD program, the applicant must fulfil the following criteria:
- Candidate who has completed 1 year (2 semesters) of master’s program after 4 years (8 semesters) Bachelor’s degree program or 2 years (4 semesters) of master’s degree after 3 years (6 semesters) Bachelor’s degree program or a qualification equivalent to master’s degree from an authorized university with at least 55% aggregate marks.
- Candidates who have completed a 4-year (8 semesters) bachelor’s program (Honors or Honors with research) with a minimum aggregate of 75% marks or equivalent grade with respect to another grading system.
Seat Distribution
The seats are divided into two phases.
- Phase I: 60% of total seats
- Phase II: 40% of total seats
- Vacant Phase I seats → will be carried over to Phase II
| Phase | UR | OBC (NCL) | SC | ST | EWS | PwBD | Foreign Nationals | Supernumerary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phase I | 11 | 7 | 4 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 0 | – |
| Phase II | 6 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | – |
Method of Selection
The university will conduct PhD Psychology admissions in two phases based on the following criteria:
- The university considers National Eligibility Test (NET) scores, conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA), for admission to the PhD Psychology program.
- There will be 3 categories for admission to PhD:
- Category 1 – eligible for admission to PhD with JRF and appointment as an Assistant Professor,
- Category 2 – eligible for admission to PhD without JRF and appointment as an Assistant Professor, and
- Category 3 – Eligible for PhD program only.
- For Categories 2 & 3, the validity of the UGC/CSIR NET score is 1 year.
- Therefore, Candidates who have qualified UGC/CSIR NET in December 2024 & June 2025 will be eligible for Phase 1.
- For Phase 2, the eligibility will be Candidates who have qualified UGC/CSIR NET June 2025 and December 2025.
- The Merit List will be drawn based on the following:
- 70% weightage will be given to scores obtained in the NET Exam, and 30% will be given to Interviews.
- It’ll apply to all the categories, i.e. Categories 1, 2 & 3.
- In each phase, the university gives first preference to candidates from Category 1. If seats remain vacant, it then considers candidates from Categories 2 and 3 based on merit.
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Admission Process, Important Dates & Fee Details
- To apply for the PhD in Psychology at Delhi University, candidates must visit the university’s online application portal for PhD Admissions.
- Submission of a Research Proposal is mandatory at the time of registration.
- Interview: Conducted by the department and based on the submitted proposal, carrying 30 marks.
- Admission Schedule:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Registration Opens | Saturday, October 18, 2025 |
| Registration Closes | Sunday, October 26, 2025 |
| Interviews | Saturday, November 1 – Saturday, November 15, 2025 |
| Recommendation of DRC & BRS | Till Monday, November 17, 2025 |
| Last Date for Payment of Fees | Till Friday, November 21, 2025 |
- Registration Fee (Non-refundable):
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| SC / ST / PwBD | ₹300 (Rupees Three Hundred only) per program |
| UR / EWS / OBC-NCL | ₹750 (Rupees Seven Hundred Fifty only) per program |
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FAQs
1. What is the eligibility for PhD in Psychology at Delhi University 2025?
Candidates must hold a Master’s degree in Psychology, Applied Psychology, Behavioural & Cognitive Sciences, or Human Development and Family Studies with at least 55% marks (or equivalent grade). Candidates with a 4-year Bachelor’s degree with 75% marks are also eligible.
2. Is NET mandatory for admission to the DU PhD Psychology program?
Yes, UGC/CSIR NET qualification is mandatory. The university admits candidates under three categories based on their NET and JRF status.
3. Do I need to submit a research proposal while applying?
Yes, submission of a research proposal is compulsory at the time of registration.
4. How will the university conduct the selection process for PhD Psychology admissions?
Selection is based on 70% weightage to the NET score and 30% to the interview performance. The interview will focus on the candidate’s research proposal.
5. What are the important dates for PhD Psychology admissions at DU 2025?
Registration opens on October 18, 2025, and closes on October 26, 2025. The department will conduct interviews from November 1 to 15, 2025.
6. What is the registration fee for the DU PhD Psychology application?
₹300 for SC/ST/PwBD candidates and ₹750 for UR/EWS/OBC-NCL candidates.
7. Which research areas does Delhi University offer under its PhD in Psychology program?
Cognitive, Clinical, Positive, Health, Environmental, Social, Developmental, Indian, Military, and Organizational Psychology.
8. Where can I apply for the DU PhD Psychology program?
Applications can be submitted through the official DU PhD portal.
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