Admission Calendar – July 2025

• A 90-minute Entrance Test of 70 Marks will be conducted in the month of August 2025.
• The syllabus for the entrance test shall consist of 50% of Research Methodology as Part-A and 50% shall be subject specific as Part-B.
• 35 MCQs in Part-A and Part-B each and one mark will be awarded for each right answer.
• The candidates who qualify UGC/CSIR (JRF)/M.Phil and UGC NET, GATE etc. examination are exempted from the Entrance Test.
• Students who qualify the Entrance Test and the exempted candidates shall be called for the Personal Interview (30 Marks).
• Students who have secured 50 % marks in the entrance test are eligible to be called for the interview.
• University may decide the number of eligible students to be called for an interview based on the number of Ph.D. seats available.
• Non Resident Indian (NRI), Persons of Indian Origin (PIO) and Foreign Nationals may be admitted to the program in accordance with the policy guidelines laid down by the Government of India.
• ⁠The provisional admission of candidates shall be made, based on the Central entrance test conducted by NTA/University (wherever applicable) for admission to Ph.D. programmes at various institutions approved by UGC, followed by interview with presentation (as per the notification FN 4-1 (UGC-NET Review Committee)/ 2024 (NET/140648) Dated March 27, 2024/7; Chaitra 1946).

RESEARCH FELLOWSHIP

1. Policy Overview

Manav Rachna International Institute of Research & Studies (MRIIRS) offers the Research Fellowship Program to support full-time PhD scholars in various fields, including Sciences, Engineering, Humanities, Social Sciences, Commerce, Management, English, Physiotherapy, Nutrition, and Dental Science. This program aims to foster high-quality research by providing financial assistance to deserving candidates.

Manav Rachna International Institute of Research & Studies (MRIIRS) offers the Research Fellowship Program to support full-time PhD scholars in various fields, including Sciences, Engineering, Humanities, Social Sciences, Commerce, Management, English, Physiotherapy, Nutrition, and Dental Science. This program aims to foster high-quality research by providing financial assistance to deserving candidates.

2. Designation

Scholars receiving Research Assistantship under this program will hold the title of "Research Fellow."

3. Regulation and Scope

This fellowship scheme is integrated into the PhD regulations of the University and will be administered by the Council for Doctoral Programs (CDP). Eligible candidates must have registered for their PhD no earlier than 2 years. The program is coordinated with the respective departments/schools.

4. Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for the MRIIRS Research Fellowship Program, applicants must meet the following criteria:

1. Be enrolled as a full-time PhD scholar at MRIIRS.
2. Must not receive any other grant, fellowship, or financial aid from UGC or other sources.
3. Must not engage in part-time or full-time employment during the fellowship tenure.
4. Preference will be given to UGC-NET/ GATE-qualified candidates.

Additionally, applicants must:

1. Adhere to the requirements outlined in the PhD regulations, as certified by their PhD supervisor.
2. Ensure there are no pending fees.
3. Demonstrate satisfactory research progress within the designated timeframe.
4. Not be disqualified under any university regulations.
5. 50% of available seats for admission to Ph.D. programs in a given academic year shall be notified and advertised for full-time PhD scholars from batch 2022-23 onwards, out of which selected candidates shall be offered the Research Fellowship. However, the number of seats shall be at the sole discretion of the Vice Chancellor.

5. Application and Selection Process

PhD scholars seeking the fellowship must apply in the prescribed format within the timelines the CDP sets at the beginning of each academic year. The selection will be based on academic qualifications, performance in entrance tests, interview, and prior research publications.

6. Fellowship Duration

The Research Fellowship will be granted for 12 months initially, with annual reviews for potential extensions based on the scholar’s performance and progress, with a possibility of a maximum of 36 months. Recommendations from the supervisor, DRC chair, and Dean of the respective school will guide the extension decision.

7. Fellowship and Financial Assistance

The contingency fund of ₹15,000 per annum will remain consistent throughout the three years and is to be disbursed in two half-yearly installments.

8. Progress Reporting

Scholars must submit monthly progress reports to the supervisor, and through the Respective research director, they will be sent to CDP and endorsed by their Supervisor and DRC chair.

The monthly attendance is to be furnished by the reporting officer by 25th of every month to CHR as per rules.

Failure to meet attendance or reporting requirements could result in delays in disbursement or discontinuation of the fellowship.

8. Contingency Fund Utilization

The contingency fund may be utilized for the following:

1. Purchasing books, journals, and monographs related to research (to be routed through the central library).
2. Computation and Analytical Charges for Consultants.
3. Fieldwork and travel (up to ₹2000/month) with prior approval.
4. Registration fee for attending Conferences/Seminars in India on prior approval of the Reporting Officer.
5. Reprints, offprints, sample testing, research-related materials, and other miscellaneous expenses (except capital goods or foreign travel).

9. Code of Conduct and Obligations

Research Fellows must:

1. Adhere to the General Code of Conduct for all university staff.
2. Maintain regular attendance (minimum 6 hours/day, 5 days/week) at their respective departments.
3. Not undertake any paid or unpaid assignments outside the university without prior permission.
4. Submit monthly and six-monthly research progress reports.
5. Assist with academic activities such as tutorials, lab demonstrations, and library activities like group seminars and symposia without hindering the progress of research being pursued and evaluations for up to 6 hours/per week.
6. Publish at least two research papers annually in SCI/SCOPUS/SSCI/ABDC-indexed journals, mentioning their MRIIRS affiliation.
7. The teaching/research assignment shall be assigned by the department in consultation with the supervisor.

Any breach of these obligations may result in disciplinary action.

10. Leave Policy

1. The Research Assistant will not be entitled to any leave other than 12 Casual Leaves in a year, excluding university holidays, to be approved by the reporting head/CDP.
2. Any absence from work for attending duly approved Seminars or Conferences, Fieldwork, etc., will be treated as 'on duty' provided such absence does not exceed 15 days a year. Unauthorized absence from work will not be permitted as leave and will be deemed misconduct.
3. All leave details must be pre-informed to CDP. The Research Assistant will not be entitled to any vacation applicable to university faculties.
4. Women candidates will be entitled to maternity leave as per UGC regulations but, during the period, shall not be entitled to receive Research Assistantship.

11. Identity Card

The Research Assistant may be issued an Identity Card for students/faculty of the University. The Card must be surrendered to the University upon submission of the PhD Thesis.

12. Cancellation of Fellowship

The fellowship may be terminated in the event of:

1. Misconduct or violation of university regulations.
2. Failure to submit progress reports or meet academic expectations.
3. Engagement in criminal activities.
4. Receiving financial aid from other sources without prior consent from MRIIRS.