RAC must guide the research scholar in developing the study design & methodology of research and identify the course(s) that he/she may have to do. There shall be a RAC for each scholar. The RAC has to be formed Faculty-wise for evaluating each research scholar before making a proposal for their research. The committee is constituted with Vice-Chancellor as chair person and Rector, three Deans of the Faculties , four experts from the outside the University and Academic Dean as Convener.

Admission policy for the Ph.D programme

Ph.D admissions are made as per the guidelines of APRCET from 2019 onwards and the details for the Ph.D admissions as follows:

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA FOR APPEARING APRCET 2023-24

Ph.D. can be pursued by candidates possessing the minimum qualifications as specified below either on Full-Time (FT)/ Part-Time (PT) basis in the Faculties of Science, Languages,, Social Science,  Education, Physical Education, Commerce and Management Studies, etc. Admissions into Ph. D. programme will be made within the framework of reservation rules in force prescribed by the Government of Andhra Pradesh from time to time. The details of faculty/specialization wise eligibility criteria will be notified in details along with the APRCET notification.

The APRCET Committee may include, combine, separate, or drop any of the disciplines as may be deemed necessary with proper reasoning.

Full-Time (FT)

1. Candidates for admission to Ph.D. programme shall have a Master’s Degree or a professional degree declared equivalent to the Master’s degree by the corresponding statutory regulatory body, with at least 55% marks in aggregate or its equivalent grade ‘B’ in the UGC 7-Point scale (or an equivalent grade on a point scale wherever grading system is followed) or an equivalent degree from a foreign educational established or incorporated under a law in its home country or any other state or in that country for the purpose of assessing, accrediting or assuring quality and standards of educational institutions.
2. A relaxation of 5% of marks, from 55% to 50% or an equivalent relaxation of grade, may be allowed for those belonging to SC/ST/BC (non-creamy layer)/ Differently abled and other categories of candidates as per the decision of the University Grants Commission from time to time, or for those who had obtained their Master’s degree prior to 19th September, 1991. The eligibility marks of 55% (or an equivalent grade on a point scale where grading system is followed) and the relaxation of 5% to the categories mentioned above are permissible based only on the qualifying marks without including the grave mark procedures.

Part-time (PT)

Candidate satisfying the eligibility conditions noted above can be admitted as PartTime candidate through an entrance test, as per the following order of priority. Admission into Part-Time category will be made on the basis of service seniority in the respective categories.

1. Regular Faculty working in the University or to the P.G. Centers.
2. (a) Faculty working in Post Graduate and Professional colleges having completed at least two years of service. This provision is not applicable to Faculty teaching Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics and Humanities in professional colleges.

OR

(b) Faculty/ Librarians/Assistant Librarians working in affiliated degree / PG colleges and Faculty teaching Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics and Humanities in professional colleges having completed at least two years of service.

OR

(c) Faculty working in Polytechnic/Government or private aided junior Colleges/Schools having  completed at least four years of service.

OR

(d) Working full time employees of any organization with at least four years of service

Candidates satisfying the following requirements shall be eligible to appear for APRCET:

1. Candidate should be of Indian Nationality or persons of Indian Origin (PIO)/ Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) cardholders.
2. Candidates should belong to the State of Andhra Pradesh. The candidate should satisfy local/ Non-local status requirements laid down in the Andhra Pradesh Educational Institutions (Regulations of Admission) Order, 1974 as subsequently amended.
3. Ph.D can be pursued by candidates possessing the minimum qualifications as specified below either on Full-Time (FT) or Part-Time (PT) basis in the faculties of Sciences, Arts, Humanities, Social Sciences, Fine Arts, Education, Physical Education, Commerce and Management studies, Engineering & Technology, Architecture & Planning, Law, Pharmaceutical Sciences etc., Admissions into Ph.D programs will be made within the framework of reservation rules in force prescribed by the Government of Andhra Pradesh from time to time.
4. Candidates for admission into Ph.D programmes shall have a Master’s degree or a professional degree declared equivalent to the Master’s degree by the corresponding statutory regulatory body with at least 55% marks in the aggregate or its equivalent grade “B’ in the UGC-7 point scale (or an equivalent grade in a point scale where grading system is followed) or an equivalent degree from a foreign educational institution accredited by an Assessment and Accreditation Agency which is approved, recognized or authorized by an authority, established or incorporated under a law in its home country or any statutory in that country for the Purpose of assessing, accrediting or assuring quality and standards of educational institutions.
5. A relaxation of 5% of marks, from 55% to 50% or an equivalent relaxation of grade, may be allowed for those belonging to SC/ST/BC/PWD and other categories of candidates as per the decision of the University Grants Commission from time to time, or for those who had obtained their Master’s degree prior to 19th September, 1991. The eligibility marks of 55% (or an equivalent grade in a point scale wherever grading system is followed) and the relaxation of 5% to the categories mentioned above are permissible based only on the qualifying marks without including the grace marks procedures.
6. Ph.D. discipline and eligibility in respect of qualifying P.G. Degree shall be clearly notified by The APRCET Convener. For further information, please visit the following link:

https://cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/RCET/PDF/RCET2023-24_Eligibility_V3.pdf

Fellowships in India are provided to help students up skills in their careers, especially in the field of research. It is provided by many organizations, institutions, or governments to support the education and interest of potential students not just by providing financial assistance but by providing them a platform to showcase their talent, learn, and earn.

Dravidian University is committed to upholding the highest standards of ethics, integrity, and accountability in all aspects of its operations. The Ethics Policy Document outlines the principles and guidelines that guide the behavior and conduct of all members of the University community, including students, faculty, staff and administrators.

 Purpose

                The purpose of the Ethics Policy Document is to: – Define the ethical standards and values that Dravidian University expects from its community members. – Establish guidelines for ethical decision-making and behavior. – Provide a framework for addressing ethical concerns and conflicts of interest.

Core Principles Integrity and Honesty:

All members of the Dravidian University are expected to act with honesty, transparency, and truthfulness in all interactions, both within the University and with external stakeholders.

Respect and Dignity:

Dravidian University values diversity and inclusivity. All individuals are expected to treat one another with respect, fairness, and dignity, regardless of gender, religion, nationality, or other characteristics.

Academic Integrity:

Dravidian University is committed to promoting a culture of academic honesty. Plagiarism, cheating, and other forms of academic dishonesty will not be tolerated.

Conflicts of Interest:

                Any situation that may compromise or appear to compromise the objectivity or fairness of a decision or action should be disclosed promptly.

The goal of this policy is to help the scholars be successful during scholar’s course of study. We want  to  ensure  an  environment  free  from  harassment  and  discrimination  and  to  provide  the  support, mentorship, and opportunities to reach the scholar’s full potential. This policy is written for Ph.D scholars. 

First, this policy is written for scholars who have and/or are experiencing a hostile or unwelcoming work environment. It covers cases where scholar feel that the scholar have been discriminated 
against or harassed. 

Second, this policy is written for scholars who are struggling in their PhD studies. If the scholar is  having difficulty finding a research Supervisor, If the relationship with Supervisor not working well, When  the scholar feel isolated from peers,  If the scholars are worried about a fellow scholar, please reach  out to us. 

This policy covers two kinds of issues. 

(1) Harassment and discrimination, including on the basis of sex, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation,  gender identity, or any other personal identity.  (2) An unsupportive work environment. This includes a lack of guidance on how to choose courses and  find a research Supervisor, how to formulate and proceed with the scholar’s thesis research, and how  to prepare for their next career step, after completing their 
PhD. 

The students Grievance Redressal committee is constituted with Rector of the university as chairperson, senior faculty members will be as members and student representative as special invitee.