Delhi University has no plans to conduct a separate PhD entrance, awaiting UGC instructions: VC Yogesh Singh – Times of India
NEW DELHI: Delhi University (DU) has no plans to hold separate PhD entrance exams like Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), Vice Chancellor Yogesh Singh on Sunday stated.The DU Vice-Chancellor added that the university is awaiting guidance from the University Grants Commission (UGC).The uncertainty surrounding PhD admissions arose after the Centre cancelled the UGC NET exam, which had been crucial for entry into PhD programs.The UGC NET exam, conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA), determines eligibility for teaching positions and PhD admissions."We have no plans to hold a separate in-house PhD entrance exam. We will follow whatever UGC suggests. We have not received any communication from the NTA and are awaiting their guidance. We expect the academic session for PhD to be delaye...