Central University of South Bihar (CUSB) has started a special admission process for PhD courses. This drive is for students from the SC (Scheduled Caste), ST (Scheduled Tribe), and PwD (Persons with Disabilities) categories. There are a total of 80 PhD seats available for the 2025–26 academic year. Students interested in these courses must apply by November 26, 2025 .
This special admission round covers 19 different PhD programmes at CUSB. The main goal of this drive is to make sure that reserved seats for these categories are filled and do not remain empty.
Key Information
Here are the important details about the special PhD admission drive:
| University Name | Central University of South Bihar (CUSB) |
| Programme | PhD Programmes |
| Academic Year | 2025–26 |
| Categories for Drive | SC, ST |
| Total Seats Available | 80 |
| Application Deadline | November 26, 2025 |
| Last Date for NET Qualification | After June 2024 |
Who Can Apply?
CUSB invites applications from candidates belonging to the SC and ST categories for this special admission drive. The university has also set aside seats for PwD candidates as part of the total intake.
Seat Details
The 80 available seats are divided among the categories as follows:
| Category | Number of Seats |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 39 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 27 |
| PwD (Persons with Disabilities) | 14 |
These seats are spread across 19 different doctoral programmes offered by the university.
Important Eligibility Rule
To be eligible for this special PhD admission drive, applicants must have qualified a national-level test. These tests include NET (National Eligibility Test) or JRF (Junior Research Fellowship). A very important point to remember is that candidates must have cleared these tests after June 2024 .
- Candidates who passed their NET qualification before June 2024 will not be considered for this admission drive.
How to Apply
Interested and eligible candidates from the SC and ST categories must apply online. Specific instructions and the application form will be available on the official website of the Central University of South Bihar. Students should visit the university's website regularly for complete application details, required documents, and any application fees.
Selection Process
The university will select candidates based on their scores in the national-level tests (NET or JRF). This means that a merit list will be prepared using these exam scores. If many applications are received, CUSB may also conduct interviews to finalize admissions. The interview process, if needed, will help the university evaluate candidates further.
Why This Special Drive?
This special admission drive is a step taken by CUSB to ensure that the reserved PhD seats for SC, ST, and PwD students do not remain vacant. It aims to provide more opportunities for students from these categories to pursue higher education and research.
Students are advised to check the official CUSB website for the latest updates and detailed information regarding the application process, specific programme details, and any further instructions.
