Delhi University to Launch PhD in Hindu Studies from 2025-26 Academic Session
Delhi University (DU) is planning to launch a PhD program in Hindu Studies starting in the 2025-26 academic year, as per a proposal from its Standing Committee. The recommendation to introduce the program was made by the Governing Body of the Centre for Hindu Studies. Although it was initially planned for the current academic session, the launch was postponed.
The initiative aims to provide students with more research opportunities, said Prerna Malhotra, Joint Director of the Centre for Hindu Studies. "Our Governing Board has suggested starting a PhD in Hindu Studies, and the proposal will be presented to the Academic Council. Many students, including those with JRF and NET qualifications in Hindu Studies, have shown interest in pursuing research. Delhi University is committed to supporting these students and promoting research in this field," Malhotra told PTI.
Program Details
DU academic course for 2025 admission program details are given below:
- Seats Available: At first the Centre may be provided with 10 seats, out of which 5 percent of seats in each course shall be reserved category and the remaining 5 percent for the supernumerary category. It could be extended further later as per the infrastructure and academic requirements that may emerge in future.
- Eligibility: The candidate applying for the posts should have a Master’s degree in Hindu Studies or any other course in this stream or a similar field with not less than 55% marks. They also must fit the criteria for JRF/NET or get through the eligibility test for the Delhi University Ph.D programme. Relaxations will be provided as per reservation rules outlined in the PhD Information Bulletin.
- Faculty: Until permanent appointments are made, faculty members from allied departments with expertise in Hindu Studies will supervise research.
Approval Process
The proposal will be discussed during the meeting of the Academic Council on December 27. If passed the recommendation will be forwarded to the Executive Council which is DU’s apex decision-making organ. The proposal is consistent with a decision made by the Centre for Hindu Studies on twenty-first June, twenty-two, to commence the program from 2025-26.
Current Offerings and Background
DU currently offers a two-year Master’s program in Hindu Studies, which began in November 2023. The Centre for Hindu Studies program, established in 2023, primarily focuses on Brahmanical texts and has been working to expand its academic offerings.
The introduction of this PhD program is seen as a significant step to enhance research opportunities and attract more students to the field of Hindu Studies.
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