KARNATAKA STATE OPEN UNIVERSITY

Mukthagangothri, Mysuru - 570 006

PROSPECTUS
2024-25

Ph.D Programme

Website : www.ksoumysuru.ac.in
EPBAX : 0821-2519948, 2519941, 2519943, 2519952
Help Line: 8800335638 email: [email protected]

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 CAUTION
 Application has to be filled online and Application Processing fee has to be paid
online in the official website http://ksoumysuru.ac.in.
 Filled in application shall be printed and shall be submitted to the concerned
department along with fees paid receipt
 KSOU has not signed any agreement with any individual or with any institution.
Therefore, candidates are advised not to contact any of them, other than the
Headquarters of the University. The University will not be held responsible for
any loss occurred thereon.

IMPORTANT DATES
Last date for submitting Application 13.03.2025

Last date for submitting Application 09.04.2025

with penalty Rs. 500/-
CET 27.04.2025

SPECIAL ATTENTION

 As per UGC Public Notice F:No.2-1/2017(DEB-III) dated 14.09.2018, the open

Universities are permitted to conduct PhD/M.Phil programmes as per their ordinances
and UGC regulation 2016. No exclusive recognition is required.

 The Hon’ble High Court of Karnataka in its verdict vide Writ Petition No. 34255 of
2016 (GM-RES) stated that the consideration of recognition for academic degrees is
for the year of admission but not the date of completion of degree.

 Under KSOU Act 1992 amended in 2016 the University operates within the
jurisdiction of Karnataka State. However candidates from other places can enroll for
Ph.D programme by regular mode.

 The UGC in its public notice F.No.1-9/2018 (DEB-I) dated 23.02.2018 states that
treated the degree/diploma/certificate courses awarded for the programme conducted
by ODL institutions, recognized by the erstwhile DEC / UGC in conformity with
UGC notification on specification of degrees should be treated as equivalent to
corresponding awards of the degree / diploma / certificate of traditional Universities /
Institutions in the country.

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 CONTENTS
Vice Chancellor’s Message
About the University
Board of Management
Officers of the University
1. Regulations Governing Ph.D Program
2. Departments of Studies and Research
3. Research Supervisors
4. Instructions about Admission
5. Fee Structure
6. Ph.D Programme
7. Important Steps before Registration
8. Important Steps after Registration
9. Tentative Academic Planner
10. Student Support Services
11. Convocation
12. Quality Initiatives
13. Information and Guidance Cell
14. Grievance Redressal Cell
Annexures
 Annexure I: Application Form A
 Annexure II : Application Form B
 Annexure III : Application Form C
 Annexure IV: Progress Report Format
 Annexure V: PhD Fee Structure

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 VICE-CHANCELLOR‟S MESSAGE

Dear Learner,
The family of KSOU welcomes you to pursue the academic programmes you have chosen to
achieve not only academic excellence but also to fulfill the desire of your career. The University,
established by the Act of State Legislature has created wonderful academic ambience. The
programmes offered by the University have been recognized by University Grants Commission.
Therefore, the degrees are valid for employment opportunities across the country. The 'core values' of
the University is derived from its vision ‘Higher Education to Everyone, Everywhere’. The ultimate
touchstone of quality higher education is the motto of the University. Today, higher education stands at
the crossroads of keeping pace with the emerging needs of the country.
The University has adopted a school concept in its functioning. Different schools headed by
Directors offers academic programmes in Humanities, Commerce, Education, Science and Social
sciences. It combines an inter disciplinary and professional approach to pedagogy and research. The
University believes that rigors of the contemporary world require competent quality human resources
to create knowledge based society. The academic activities of B.A./ B.Com./ B.Lib.I.Sc. programmes
are routed through well-established department/s led by the Chairperson/s. Well-qualified teaching
faculty with equally dedicated non-academic team is an asset to the University, which is always
committed for the welfare of the students.
The University functions in a 3-tier system of student support service, namely Headquarters,
Regional Centres and Learners Support Centres spread all over Karnataka. The learners can undergo
teaching - learning process in the notified Regional Centres/Learner Support Centres. The University
has adopted a mechanism to deliver Self Learning Material by print, limited audio visual and
Counseling/Personal Contact Programme. As a learner, you will have greater opportunity to gain
knowledge and skill through those mechanisms. The academic counselors will play a strategic role and
enable you from the enrollment of the programme till you accomplish the goal. A proper blending of
the knowledge and skill will be imparted so that you will be transformed as a good citizen to contribute
to the development of society and the country.
The UGC in its Public Notice dated: 23.02.2018 stated that the Degree/Diploma/Certificate
Programme awarded through distance mode are at par with corresponding Degree/ Diploma/
Certificate Programme obtained through conventional universities. The degrees acquired through
distance education are recognized for the purpose of employment in State/Central Government,
MNCs, Private Sector etc. and also for pursuing higher education in other educational institutes.
Therefore, you have greater opportunity of pursuing Higher Education without any kind of fear about
your career.
I am sure you will enjoy good experience with services rendered by the university through its
Regional centres and Learner Support Centres, besides Headquarters. I wish you all the best in your
academic endeavors.
Prof. Sharanappa V Halse

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ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY

Karnataka State Open University is recognized by the University Grants

Commission under ODL Regulation 2021. It is accredited A+ Grade by NAAC.

The University was established in June 1996 with a vision “Higher Education to Everyone,
Everywhere”. The University blossomed in the era of globalization in which the economies of the
world are being transformed from their original closed self-sustaining structure to the globalized
context, where they can expose themselves to the competitive world. This transition forced the arena
of knowledge emphasizing itself to more of its application than of accumulation of facts. The
Karnataka State Open University in order to cope with the present global environment, is attempting
to integrate interdisciplinary approaches in the dissemination of knowledge with the aim of achieving
overall human personality development.
Mysuru is a historical centre possessing a rich cultural heritage which had valiant historical
events of different kingdoms and humane social setup of incomparable stature. University has paved
the way for realizing the vision at the international arena leading to human welfare. It was started
during the year 1996 as a separate entity to cater to the needs of thousands of young aspirants of
higher education.
The KSOU is situated at heart of Mysuru city, The University operates in 50 Acre of land in
a fully green ambience. The University is offering UG, PG and Ph.D. programs besides diploma and
PG Diploma programs in various disciplines. The University is fully equipped with 28 academic
departments controlled by the chairpersons and supported by other faculty and non-teaching staff.
The University is offering various degrees and diploma in Humanities, Social Science, Science and
Commerce and Management. The KSOU is carved mainly with an intention of promoting
unprivileged group of society and hence, the fees for all the courses are at affordable rate.
Special Features: The Open Distance Learning system is a unique and challenging because, the
learners joining Open Distance Learning hail from a diverse socio-economic background and with a
varied learning background. The present conventional university system could not meet the genuine
needs of such students who could not pursue their studies in a conventional system for various
reasons. In order to give them an opportunity to pursue their studies in Open Distance Learning, this
University has been established. The major objective of the University is to generate human resources
of top quality with more thrust is laid on the following issues:
(1) To transform guiding vision into action plan through various measures.
(2) To generate high quality human resources through skill training.
(3) To provide opportunity to those who discontinued their studies.
(4) To provide opportunity to working class to acquire higher knowledge.
(5) To provide opportunity to pursue higher education at their own places.
(6) To provide transparent manner of admission.
(7) To transform restricted learning to a global-based learning.
(8) To promote new concept and new direction in higher education.
(9) To promote multiple imperatives to achieve the national development.
(10) To play critical role in addressing social imperatives.
(11) To create adequate student-support services for innate capacity building.

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 BOARD OF MANAGEMENT
Sl. No. Members Position
1 The Vice Chancellor, KSOU Chairman

2 Secretary in charge of Higher Education, Govt. of Karnataka Member

3 Secretary to Finance Department, Govt. of Karnataka Member

4 Vice-Chancellor of any of the Universities in the State of Member

Karnataka (Nominated by the Pro-Chancellor by rotation)
5 Dean (Academic), KSOU Member
6 Five distinguished persons from the educational, scientific and Members
administrative fields nominated by the Pro-Chancellor
7 Two Members of the Karnataka Legislative Assembly Members
(Elected from among themselves)
8 Two Members of the Karnataka Legislative Council Members

(Elected from among themselves)

9 The Registrar, KSOU Secretary

OFFICERS OF THE UNIVERSITY

Shri Tawar Chand Gehlot
Chancellor
His Excellency, the Governor of Karnataka

Dr. M.C Sudhakar

Pro Chancellor
Hon’ble Minister for Higher Education, Govt. of Karnataka

Prof. Sharanappa V Halse

Vice Chancellor
Karnataka State Open University

Prof. K.B. Praveena

Registrar

Prof. N. Lakshmi Dr. Niranjan Raj. S Dr. H Vishwanath Smt.Suneetha

Dean (Academic) Finance Officer (I/C) Registrar (Evaluation) IT Director

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1. UGC ODL & OL Regulation – 2021
The University Grants Commission has published Regulation governing Open Distance
Learning (ODL) Regulations under Section 26(1) read with Clause (j) of Section 12(5) of the
UGC Act, 1956 in the official Gazette of India dated 04-09-2020. The Regulation is mandatory
and has to be followed by all the institutions offering education through Open and Distance
Learning mode. The UGC has directed to adopt the concept of schools in the academic
governance of the University. The KSOU is recognized by the UGC and strictly adheres to all the
norms as specified in the regulation.

2. Schools of Studies
Keeping in view of the directions of the UGC, the University has established five schools
of studies. The following schools of studies are operative led by school directors. The studies and
research Departments named below work under respective schools.
1. The School of Languages - Prof. Ramanathm Naidu M.
2. The School of Social Sciences - Prof. Shankaranarnappa
3. The School of Commerce - Prof. Ramananda M. S.
4. The School of Management - Prof. C. Mahadevamurthy
5. The School of Sciences - Smt. Suneetha
6. The School of Education - Prof. N. Lakshmi

School of Humanities:
1) Department of Kannada 4) Department of Sanskrit
2) Department of English 5) Department of Urdu
3) Department of Hindi 6) Department of Telugu
School of Social Sciences:
1) Department of History 5) Department of Political Science
2) Department of Ancient History 6) Department of Public Administration
and Archeology
3) Department of Economics 7) Department of Journalism & Mass
Communication
4) Department of Sociology

School of Commerce & Management:

1) Department of Commerce.
2) Department of Management.

School of Sciences:
1) Department of Biochemistry 8) Department of Library and
Information Science
2) Department of Biotechnology 9) Department of Mathematics

3) Department of Chemistry 10) Department of Microbiology

4) Department of Computer Science 11) Department of Physics
5) Department of Environmental 12) Department of Psychology
Science
6) Department of Food Science and 13 Department of Information
Nutrition Technology
7) Department of Geography

School of Education : Department of Education

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1. REGULATIONS GOVERNING PH.D PROGRAMME
a. UGC Regulation to Open Universities
The University Grants Commission has published Regulation governing Open
Distance Learning (ODL) under Section 26(1) read with Clause (j) of Section 12(5) of the
UGC Act, 1956 in the official Gazette of India dated 04.09.2020. The Regulation is
mandatory and has to be followed by HEIs offering distance education.
b. UGC Ph.D Regulation 2022
The University Grants Commission has published University Grants Commission
(Minimum Standards and Procedure for award of M.PHIL./PH.D Degrees) Regulations,
2016, on 07th November 2022. This was made in supersession of the UGC (Minimum
Standards and Procedure for Awards of M.Phil./Ph.D. Degree) Regulation, 2016, notified
in The Gazette of India [No. 28, Part III- Section 4] 05th May 2016
c. KSOU Ph.D Ordinance 2012 (IV Amendment 2023)
The KSOU had notified the first ordinance in respect of Degree of Doctor of Philosophy
in 2012. This is I amended in 2018 by incorporating the UGC Ph.D. Regulations 2016
and subsequently in 2019 and in 2021. This is further amended fourth time to incorporate
the changes as per UGC PhD regulations 2022. Eligibility, CET, coursework, registration,
progress of research, submission, adjudication and the award of degree thereof have been
depicted in the ordinance.
2. DEPARTMENTS OF STUDIES AND RESEARCH
In consonance with the research and development activities undertaken by various
eligible departments, they are termed as the Department of Studies and Research. The
details of such departments are as under.
Sl. No Name of the Department
1 Department of Studies and Research in Kannada
2 Department of Studies and Research in English
3 Department of Studies and Research in Hindi
4 Department of Studies and Research in Telugu
5 Department of Studies and Research in History
6 Department of Studies and Research in Ancient History & Archeology
7 Department of Studies and Research in Economics
8 Department of Studies and Research in Political Science
9 Department of Studies and Research in Public Administration
10 Department of Studies and Research in Sociology
11 Department of Studies and Research in Journalism and Mass Communication
12 Department of Studies and Research in Commerce

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 13 Department of Studies and Research in Management
14 Department of Studies and Research in Microbiology
15 Department of Studies and Research in Biotechnology
16 Department of Studies and Research in Chemistry
17 Department of Studies and Research in Biochemistry
18 Department of Studies and Research in Food Science and Nutrition
19 Department of Studies and Research in Psychology
20 Department of Studies and Research in Environmental Science
21 Department of Studies and Research in Library & Information Science
22 Department of Studies and Research in Education
23 Department of Studies and Research in Geography
24 Department of Studies and Research in Information Technology
25 Department of Studies and Research in Botany
3. RESEARCH SUPERVISORS
Under KSOU PhD Ordinance 2012 (IV Amendment 2023), the in house permanent
faculty members who have fulfilled the eligibility conditions prescribed by the UGC, are
permitted to monitor the research activities. The list of in house faculty members,
department wise, is as follows.
Sl. Exp in Contact
Name of the Faculty Designation Qualification Specialization
No Years Nos.
Department of Studies and Research in Kannada
Professor & Taulinika
1 Prof. Geethanjali T M M.A. Ph.D 28 9739425639
Chairperson Sahitya
Sahitya
2 Prof Naganna D Professor M.A. Ph.D 28 9738979269
Vimarshe
Kavya
3 Prof. Kavitha Rai Professor M.A. Ph.D 15 9482206129
Mimamse
Janapada
Assistant M.A. Ph.D 24 9449668997
4 Dr.N.R.Chandre Gowda mattu
Professor
Vimarshe
Assistant
5 Dr. P.Mani M.A. Ph.D Basha Sahitya 20 9480170799
Professor
Assistant Classical
6 Dr Jyothi Shankar M.A. Ph.D 17 9448603159
Professor Literature
Department of Studies and Research in English
Assistant
M.A. Ph.D European 16
6 Dr Srikanth S Professor& 9986019910
Chairperson Classics
Assistant British
7 Dr. Nataraju.G M.A. Ph.D 12 9741219820
Professor Literature
Assistant M.A., M Phil Holocaust
8 Dr A S Madhura 16 9980900349
Professor Ph.D Literature
Department of Studies and Research in Hindi
Assistant
7 Dr. Prabhusena D Professor& M.A. Ph.D Poetry 15 9945653167
Chairman
Department of Studies and Research in Telugu

8 Prof. Ramanatham Senior MA. PhD Folk 26 9035363892

Naidu Professor Literature

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Sl. Exp. in Contact
Name of the Faculty Designation Qualification Specialization
No Years Nos.
Department of Studies and Research in History
9 Dr C Ramegowda Assistant M.A. Ph.D Constitutional 13 9008904019
Professor &
History
Chairman
Assistant History of
10 Dr. V.M. Ramesha M.A. Ph.D 16 9880903740
Professor Karnataka
Assistant
11 Dr N C Sujatha M.A. Ph.D Indian History 11 9035506794
Professor
Department of Studies and Research in Ancient History & Archeology
Professor & M.A. Ph.D Ancient
10 Dr. Shalva Pille Iyengar 17 9686215043
Chairman Dipl in EPI History
Department of Studies and Research in Economics
Dr. Ramananda M.S Professor & Micro
Chairman M.A. Ph.D Economics 26 9448666155
Dr. R.H. Pavithra
Professor M.A. Ph.D Econometrics 16 9845659987
Dr. T.P.Shashi Kumar Assistant Quantitative
M.A. Ph.D 12 9036342507
Professor techniques
Dr. Shivakumaraswamy Assistant Development
Professor M.A. Ph.D Economics 18 9972165817
Assistant M.A. Ph.D Money and 13
Dr. Harisha.N 9844189280
Professor Banking
Dr K S Veerendra Assistant M.A. Ph.D Development 14 9901963999
Kumar Professor Economics
Dr J L Banashankari Assistant M.A. Ph.D Money, 11
Professor Banking
Department of Studies and Research in Political Science

Professor & M.A. Public 7975236335

17 Dr. Shankaranaranappa 21
Chairman M.Phil.,Ph.D administration
Assistant M.A. Political 12 9916007312
18 Dr. N.Ananda Gowda
Professor M.Phil.,Ph.D Theory
Assistant Western Political 8971600238/
Dr R Ishwarya M.A. Ph.D Thoughts 07 8277473086
Professor
Dr Krishnappa G Assistant M.A. International 9738950068
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Nimbakkanavar Professor M.Phil.,Ph.D Relations
Assistant B.Sc., LLM., 9449806644
Dr S S Janhavi Law 20
Professor Mphil, Ph.D.
Department of Studies and Research in Public Administration
Assistant M.A. Ph.D Public 11
Professor Administration
Department of Studies and Research in Sociology
Assistant Sociology of
Dr. R. Santhosh Naik Professor M.A. Ph.D religion 12 9845561946
Assistant M.A. Ph.D Sociological 16 7406600034
Dr. H.R.Jayapal
Professor theory
Dr S Ramya Assistant M.A. Sociology of 11 9036595507
Professor M.Phil.,Ph.D Gender
Department of Studies and Research in Journalism and Mass Communication
Associate Reporting and
Dr. Thejasvi Naviloor M.A. Ph.D 11 9844009777
Professor Editing
Dr. R. Hemalatha Assistant M.A. Ph.D Advertising and
Public
Professor 11 9535282063
Relations

Dr. Shailesh Raj Urs Assistant M.A. Ph.D New Media 19 9448672473
Professor Law

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 Department of Studies and Research in Commerce
Exp. in Contact
Name of the Faculty Designation Qualification Specialization
Years Nos.
Assistant Accounting
24 Dr. V. Mahesha M.Com Ph.D 11 9844667411
Professor and Taxation
Assistant Cost
25 Dr. R. Chaya M.Com Ph.D 11 9980974834
Professor Accounting
Dr. R. Sukanya Assistant M.Com Ph.D. Finance 11 9945018092
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Professor
Dr. C. Usha Assistant M.Com Ph.D. Finance 11 9945018092
27
Professor
Department of Studies and Research in Management
International
28 Prof. C. Mahadeva Murthy Professor M.B.A Ph.D 11 9342121583
Business
Assistant Operation
29 Dr. H. Rajeshwari M.B.A Ph.D 11 9845528357
Professor Research
Assistant
30 Dr. P. Savitha M.B.A Ph.D Finance 11 9986846176
Professor
Assistant
31 Dr. Chinnaiah P.M M.B.A Ph.D Finance 11 9606695964
Professor
Department of Studies and Research in Microbiology
M.Sc
32 Dr. S. Niranjan Raj Professor Ph.D Micro Biology 11 9886859350

Department of Studies and Research in Biotechnology

Assistant M.Sc Bio
33 Dr. N.G. Raju 11 9448267255
Professor Ph.D Technology
Department of Studies and Research in Chemistry
Assistant M.Sc
34 Dr. M. Umashankara Chemistry 11 9482510061
Professor Ph.D
Department of Studies and Research in Biochemistry
Assistant M.Sc
35 Dr. Nataraju Angaswamy Biochemistry 11 9620697355
Professor Ph.D
Department of Studies and Research in Food Science and Nutrition
M.Sc Food Science
Assistant
36 Dr. M.S. Hemalatha Ph.D & 11 9482566371
Professor
Nutrition
Department of Studies and Research in Psychology
Assistant M.Sc Clinical
37 Dr. S. Surma 11 9945112468
Professor Ph.D Psychology
Assistant M.Sc
38 Dr. P. MahadevaSwamy Psychopathology 11 9880239670
Professor Ph.D
Department of Studies and Research in Environmental Science
Assistant M.Sc.
39 Dr. J. S. Chandrashekar Ecology 11 8197242133
Professor Ph.D
Department of Studies and Research in Library & Information Science
Library &
Assistant M.LiSc Information 11 8884052680
40 Dr. N. R. Shilpa Rani
Professor Ph.D Science

Sl. Exp. in Contact

Name of the Faculty Designation Qualification Specialization
No Years Nos.
Department of Studies and Research Education
M.Ed Education
41 Prof. N. Lakshmi Professor 27 9886917952
Ph.D Sociology
Assistant M.Ed Special
42 Dr. R. Nagendrakumar 11 9980737186
Professor Ph.D Education
Assistant M.Ed Education
43 Dr. Janaki M 11 9945024886
Professor Ph.D Psychology
44 Dr. Shailaja P.Shanbhag Assistant M.Ed Education 11 9483760099
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 Professor Ph.D Technology
Assistant M.Ed Education
45 Dr. R. Sharanamma Administration 11 9739970866
Professor Ph.D
Assistant M.Ed Research
46 Dr. N. Krishnappa 11 9964574944
Professor Ph.D Methods
Department of Studies and Research in Information Technology
Assistant
47 Dr. Rashmi B.S Professor M.Sc. Ph.D. Pattern 11 9880983081
Recognition
Department of Studies and Research in Geography

Assistant Physical and

48 Dr. C.S. Manjunatha M.Sc.Ph.D. Urban 11 8762100678
Professor
Geography

5. Instructions about Admission

1. The candidates shall go through KSOU Phd Ordinance 2012( IV Amendment
2023) available in the university website
2. Ph.D programme is offered in regular mode only
3. Incomplete applications will be rejected.
4. Application received after the last date will not be accepted and fees paid will not
be refunded.
5. In service full time candidates have to produce relevant documents after
allotment of seats. They have to apply through proper channel.
6. Attested copies of all relevant documents must be enclosed.
7. The candidates shall apply online through website http://ksoumysuru.ac.in
and remit application processing fee online. They shall submit all documents
along with fee paid receipt to the concerned department.
8. The University reserves right to fill or not to fill all seats
9. The CET would be conducted at Mysore
10. The entrance examination is for 100 marks carrying Multiple Choice Questions.
Number of Questions is 100 questions, each carrying 1 mark. The syllabus of the
Entrance Test shall consist of 50% of research methodology and 50% shall be
subject specific.
11. A candidate securing at least 50 marks out of 100 (45 Marks out of 100 in case
of SC/ST/Cat-1/Differently abled candidates) in the Entrance Test shall be
eligible for assessment interview for admission to the Ph.D. programme.
12. The candidates who have cleared the UGC/UGC-CSIR National Eligibility Test
for Junior Research Fellowship/GATE/GRF and the teachers on FIP, QIP shall be
placed first in the consolidated merit list based on their percentage of marks

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 secured by them at their qualifying examination and Interview in the ratio of
70:30.
13. The successful completion of entrance test, exemption from entrance and
appearance for an interview will only imply the eligibility of a candidate for
admission to Ph.D. degree in the University, but shall not guarantee an admission
to Ph.D. degree program.
14. Admission sought will become final only after its approval by the University.
15. A student who is found to have concealed information about his/her age,
qualification etc., or violated any provisions, is liable to be removed from the
rolls of the program apart from appropriate disciplinary action and imposition of
penalties.
16. The cancellation of Registration shall be done as per ordinance.
17. Candidates shall abide by the Rules and Regulations in force and those to be
issued by the University from time to time.
18. All legal disputes will come under the jurisdiction of Mysuru city Courts.
19. For further details contact the respective Chairperson of the Departments or help
desk of the university.
Intake

The intake of admission to research programme is strictly as per the UGC regulations
2022 and KSOU PhD Ordinance 2012(IV amendment 2023). Assistant Professors can
supervise 4 candidates, Associate Professors are permitted to supervise 6 candidates and
Professor can monitor 8 candidates.

Reservation Policy

The reservation for Ph.D. programme will be as per the UGC guidelines/state government
order from time to time.

5. PH.D FEE STRUCTURE

Sl. No Details Fee (In Rs)
1 Application Processing Fee 2000
2 Provisional Registration 1500
3 Regular Registration 6000

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 4 Tuition Fee 5000 Per Year
5 Course Work Fee 2000
6 Course Work Examination Fee 2000
7 Annual Report/ Annual Fee 8000 Per Year
8 Final Synopsis 1000
9 Thesis Submission 7000
10 Change of Supervisor 3000
11 Change of Title 3000
12 Lab Fee(In case of Science 5000 (10% increase every Year )
Programs )
13 Library Fee 2000 (Every Year)
14 Extension Fee 10000
15 Thesis Publication Permission Fee 6000
18 Issue of any certificates requested 500
19 Revised Thesis Submission Fee 4000
20 Plagiarism Check Fee 500 I Check, 1000 II Check
1500 III Check , 3000 IV Check
21 Viva through video conference 15000
 50% Concession for eligible SC/ST/Cat-1 applicants in Application Processing Fee

How to Apply
1. The candidates who have possessed the prescribed qualification can apply to Ph.D
Programe.
2. The Application for this purpose shall be filled online through official website of the
university and pay application fee online
3. Print out of application along with fee paid receipt towards the processing fee and
attested photocopies shall be submitted to the

The Chairperson,
Department of Studies and Research in ……………..
KSOU., Muktha Gangothri, Mysuru

Document to be submitted with application and Challan

Candidates shall submit the following documents attached photo copy.
a) The marks cards of S.S.L.C
b) The marks cards of P.U.C. or its equivalent
c) Photo copy of the marks cards of Degree program

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 d) Photo Copy of the marks card of Master degree Program
e) Photo Copy of NET/ GATE/M.Phil
f) The SC/ST caste certificate; (if applicable)
g) Aadhaar Card;
h) Two stamp size and two passport size photos to be submitted at the time of
verification.
i) Challan and Date of Birth Certificate
Identity Card
 Identity Card bearing Permanent Roll No. will be issued to every student after the
admission is approved. The University will issue ID card to the admitted
candidates of Ph.D program. Such candidates shall avail of the library
and other facilities by using ID Card.

6. Ph.D Programme
6.1 Introduction to Ph.D
The degree of Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) of Karnataka State Open University is at par
with Ph.D programme of any conventional university. This programme is governed by
Minimum Standards and Procedure for the Award of Ph.D Degree Regulations 2022 of
University Grants Commission New Delhi and KSOU Phd Ordinance 2012 (IV
Amendment 2023)
Admission to Ph.D degree is primarily aims at those who opt career in research. This
program imparts requisite knowledge and skill to excel in their choose field of research.
Research Advisory Committee
Research Advisory Committee is a committee constituted for each research scholar by the
University to review the research proposal, Supervisor the scholar to develop study design
and methodology and monitor the progress of the research work of a candidate.

6.2 The Maximum Period for Completion of Degree:

a. Every candidate shall take a minimum duration of three years and a
maximum of six years, from the date of provisional registration to
submit his/her Thesis.
b. The women candidates and persons with disability (more than 40%
disability) may be allowed a relaxation of two years for PhD in the
maximum duration allowed.
c. In addition, the women candidates may be provided Maternity
Leave/Child Care Leave once in the entire duration of M. Phil/PhD for
up to 240 days.
d. If any candidate fails to submit his/ her PhD Thesis within six years,
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 he/she may apply to the University for Extension of his/ her
Registration for a maximum period of one more year with the
recommendation of the Research Supervisor, through the Chairperson
of the Department, by remitting the prescribed fee.
e. Further if a candidate does not evince interest at any stage, the guide can
recommend for the cancellation of registration. The registration shall be
cancelled if the candidate does not respond to two notices sent.

6.3 Eligibility Criteria for Admission to Ph.D Programme

 Candidates for admission to the Ph.D. shall have a Master's degree or a
professional degree (equivalent thereto) with at least 55% marks in aggregate or
its equivalent grade 'B' in the UGC 7-point scale or an equivalent degree from a
foreign educational institution accredited by approved Assessment and
Accreditation Agency of the country concerned.
 A person who’s M.Phil. dissertation has been evaluated and the viva voce is
pending may be admitted to the Ph.D. programme of the same institution;
 Candidates possessing M.Phil. Degree of an Indian Institution, a foreign institution
accredited by approved Assessment and Accreditation Agency of home country
 In the case of SC/ST/Cat-1 candidates, differently abled and those who are
appointed on regular basis prior to March 31, 1992 as teachers, librarians and
physical education personnel in colleges and university departments, the minimum
marks shall be 50% provided they (i.e., employees) are continuing in service at the
time of submission of application for registration.
 If the results of Master’s Degree are declared in the form of grades /credits /
cumulative points in their Marks cards / Transcripts, such grades /points shall be
converted in to percentage to assess the minimum eligibility criteria.
 Relaxation for other categories of candidates as per the decision of the commission
from time to time.

7. Important steps before Confirmation of Registration

1. Submission of Application: The eligible candidates shall Submit of application
to the Chairperson of the concerned post-graduate department (this application
shall be coded as Application – A)
2. Common Entrance Test: The candidates shall take up Common Entrance
Examination. Upon qualifying entrance they shall appear for interview. However
Entrance exemption applies to NET/GRE/FIP/M.Phil candidates.

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 3. Interview: candidates selected and exempted through CET shall attend the
interview.
4. Selection of Candidates: After computation of results, list of selected candidates
shall be published in the website.
5. Supervisor Allotment: Research supervisors shall be allotted to each candidate.
6. Payment of Fees: The selected candidate shall pay prescribed fee to university.
They shall submit another application (Application – B) to the Chairperson of the
concerned Post-Graduate Department for provisional registration of Ph.D.
programme after paying the requisite fee to University.
7. Provisional Registration: Upon successful completion of admission, provisional
registration shall be given to the candidates from the date of payment of fees.
(including those who are exempted from entrance test)
8. Course Work: All provisional registered candidates shall take up course work
9. Course Work Evaluation: After successful completion of course work, they shall
take up course work examination. The candidate who has obtained aggregate of
55% and above shall be declared as qualified for Ph.D. registration. The
candidates who have obtained aggregate marks below 55% shall be declared as
not qualified.
10. Selection of Topic: The candidate shall finalize the research topic/title and
proposal in consultation with the Research Supervisor for presentation before the
Research Advisory Committee.
11. Pre-Registration Colloquium: A pre-registration colloquium shall be conducted
12. Registration for Ph.D: The successful candidates shall submit the final
application (Application - C) to the Chairperson of the Post-Graduate Department
who shall forward the same to the Dean (Academic) for confirmation of
registration for Ph.D. programme.

The above steps are discussed in detail as below

7.1 Submission of Application: The eligible candidates shall submit the application to
the chairperson of the concerned Post-Graduate Department (This application shall be
coded as Application – A)

7.2 Common Entrance Test

 All the applicants who possess at least the minimum percentage of marks at their
Post-Graduate degree as specified above in regulations 6.3 shall appear for the
common entrance test.
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  However, (a) foreign and sponsored candidates, (b) teachers on FIP / QIP,
(c) candidates who have cleared the UGC / UGC-
CSIR, JRF Test / NET / GATE / GRE / M.Phil shall be eligible for exemption
from the entrance test.
 The syllabus for the common entrance test and other details pertaining to the
entrance test shall be finalized by the Departmental Council and will be notified
on the Website.
 Maximum Marks for Entrance Test: 100
 Nature of questions: Multiple Choice questions.
 Syllabus for common entrance test: Research methodology and cognate/core
subjects of the Post-Graduate Department conducting the entrance test.
 Number of Questions: 100 questions, each carrying 1 mark. 50% of the questions
shall be from Research Methodology and the remaining 50% from the
cognate/core subjects. The Department shall prepare the course inputs for the
common entrance test.
 Duration of Entrance Test: 120 Minutes.
 The validity of the entrance test is for that academic year only.
 The candidate has to secure overall 50% marks in CET (45% for SC/ST/Cat-1).

7.3 Interview
The interview shall be conducted by the Department Research Committee for both
entrance test qualified candidates and candidates who have qualified for UGC NET/ CSIR
JRF /GATE/M.Phil.

The interview/viva voce shall also consider the following aspects, viz., whether:
 The candidate possesses the competence for the proposed research.
 The research work can be suitably undertaken at the University.
 The proposed area of research can contribute to new / additional knowledge.
After the entrance test, consolidated merit list of all the candidates (including those who
are exempted from entrance test) shall be prepared as per merit cum reservation policy on
the basic of the marks obtained in the entrance test. However the candidate has to secure
overall 50% marks. (45% for SC/ST/Cat-1)

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To prepare merit list the entrance test marks and Master degree marks shall be considered.
To accommodate the interview marks, the entrance marks obtained out of 100 shall be
reduced to 70 marks and remaining 30 marks will be allotted to interview marks, further
70% weightage for master’s degree Programme for those who were exempted from
Entrance.

7.4 Selection of Candidates

 The Chairperson of the department Research Committee will prepare a
Consolidated Merit List for both entrance test qualified candidates and candidates
who have qualified for UGC NET/ CSIR JRF /GATE/M.Phil.
 It should be noted that successful completion of entrance test and appearance for
an interview will only imply the eligibility of a candidate for admission to Ph.D.
degree in the University, but shall not guarantee an admission to Ph.D. degree
program.

7.5 Supervisor Allotment

Depending upon the vacancy with a Supervisor and considering the total vacancies of the
discipline, a list of candidates for enrolment will be prepared by the Chairperson of the
BOS in order of the preference for Supervisors as indicated by the candidate during the
Supervisor allotment counseling. Provisional registration shall be given after allotment of
Supervisor.

7.6 Admission to PhD Programme

Successful candidates have to pay prescribed amount of Fee and fill up the Application
Form B and submit it the Chairperson of the Department. The fee shall include
provisional registration fee, course work fee, Lab Fee (For Science Students) and library
fee.

7.6 Provisional Registration

The students shall obtain provisional registration from the date of payment of fees.

7.7 Course work

The course work for Ph.D. Programme shall comprise of three papers of 100 marks each
and one paper of 50 Marks

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 Total Term
Sl.No No. of IA Term End Total Total
Course title Learning IA End
Credits Min. Exam Min Marks
Hours Min

Research
1 03 45 25 10 75 40 50 100
Methodology

2 Cognate Subject 03 45 25 10 75 40 50 100

Research
3 Publication and 02 30 10 5 40 20 25 50
Ethics

Area of
4 03 45 25 10 75 40 50 100
Specialization(s)

5 Viva voce 01 50 20 20 50

Total 12 165 Hrs 85 315 220 400

Credit System
The University follows the 'Credit system' for all its Programs. Each credit is
of 15 hours of teaching comprising of all learning activities such as studying the self-
learning material, participating in the counseling/contact classes, preparing assignment,
visiting library/industry/institution, interacting through audio-visual related issues and
preparing for exams. This helps the students to understand the academic efforts she/ he
have to put in order to successfully complete the course.

A candidate has to attain a minimum of 75% of attendance for the classes, failing which
he/she is deemed to have not been successful in course work and the provisional
registration of the candidate is cancelled automatically.

7.8 Course Work Evaluation

The candidate’s performance in course work shall be evaluated through
i. Internal assessment
ii. External examination
Internal Assessment
Research methodology, Cognate Subject and specialization papers would include
 Attendance – 5
 Presentation – 5
 Assignment on Review of Literature- 5 and
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  Internal Tests – 10
Total 25 Marks
For Course IV Research Publication and Ethics internal assessment shall be
conducted through assignment/seminar/test etc.

External Examination
 The student shall apply for coursework examination after notification from the
university and pay the prescribed fee.
 The external examination shall comprise of theory and viva voce
 The minimum for pass in each theory paper shall be 40 and 55% in aggregate
including the continuous assessment marks.
 This shall be followed by comprehensive viva-voce for 50 marks. However there
shall be no minimum for viva-voce.
 But every candidate shall compulsorily attend the viva-voce examination.
 The candidate who has obtained aggregate of 55% and above shall be declared as
qualified for Ph.D. registration. The candidates who have obtained aggregate
marks below 55% shall be declared as not qualified.
 The candidates who are not qualified in the course work shall be allowed to take
only one improvement examination within three months of their first examination.
The candidates shall be given paper exemption where he need not appear for the
course that he has passed. In case of failure of the candidate even after an
improvement examination, his/her provisional registration shall get cancelled.
 All successful candidates receive a marks card (course completion certificate),
containing the titles of the course and marks/ grades scored which will be awarded
according to the existing regulations of the University.
 Examination Hours : 3 Hours/ per paper

A Candidate has to secure a minimum of 55% marks (including the internal assessment)
in all the three courses for qualifying the course-work examination.

7.9 Selection of Research Topic

Every selected candidate shall prepare and submit a research proposal/outline to the
Chairperson of the Post-Graduate Department. The candidate shall finalize the research
topic/title and proposal in consultation with the Research supervisor. The proposal shall
define clearly the objectives, methodology, literature survey, work plan and relevance of
the proposed research and shall present it in the form of a colloquium before the Research
Advisory Committee.
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7.10 Pre-Registration Colloquium
The Research advisory Committee shall assess the preparedness of the candidate to take
up the proposed research work and recommend to the Board of Studies for its approval.
The Committee may suggest changes, if necessary, in the title/scope/methodology in
consultation with the Supervisor. If the performance and/or preparedness of the candidate
are not satisfactory, the Research Advisory Committee shall give one more chance to the
candidate to prepare for the colloquium again within three months from the date of the
first colloquium. If the candidate fails even in the second attempt, he/she shall not be
eligible for permanent registration. However candidates have to pay the prescribed fee in
case they have to attend Research Advisory Committee meeting for the second time.

7.11 Registration for Ph.D

After declaring the result, the successful candidate shall submit another application
(Application – C) along with prescribe fee of registration fee and tuition fee to the
Chairperson of the Post-Graduate department for forwarding to the University for issue of
notification of confirmation of registration along with prescribed fee.

8.0 Important Steps after Registration

8.1 Research Work and field work

The students shall take up research work and fieldwork as per research plan under the
guidance of the research supervisor.

8.2 Progress Reports

The research work carried out by the students shall be monitored by the university
through progress reports. The candidates shall submit progress report of Research work
done along with the recommendation of the Supervisor on the status of the progress and
also his/her conduct once in six months. (See Annexure-IV)
8.3 Presentation
The candidate shall appear before the Research Advisory Committee twice in a year
which will be organized by the Supervisor in consultation with the Chairperson of the
Research Advisory Committee to make a presentation of the progress of his/her work for
evaluation and further guidance. He/she shall also demonstrate work plan for the next one
year. Annual fee, prescribed tuition fee, library fee and laboratory fees shall be paid once
a year and fee paid challan along with the progress report of that particular year.

8.4 Conversion from Full time to Part time or Vice Versa

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A part time candidate may be permitted to work on full time basis on valid grounds. The
period of such registrations shall be three years from the date of changeover or four years
from the date of registration, whichever is earlier.

8.5 Final Synopsis Submission

The candidates who have submitted a minimum of six progress reports may submit final
synopsis. The candidate can submit the final synopsis only after getting approval from the
research advisory committee. A candidate shall submit 15 copies of the final synopsis of
his/her Ph.D. thesis to the Chairperson of the Department who forwards it to the office of
Dean(Academic) highlighting contents of the Thesis and enclosing evidences of one
research publications in peer reviewed journal/s and presentation of at least of two papers
in a National conference/ seminar/ workshop as the first and presenting author.

8.6 Pre- Submission Colloquium

Further, the candidate who has submitted the application for permission to submit thesis
shall present a pre submission colloquium before the Research Advisory Committee
demonstrating his/ her preparedness to submit the thesis.
Considering the work of the candidate his/her performance at the pre-submission
colloquium and also the publications besides other technical aspects, the Research
Advisory Committee shall permit the candidate to submit the thesis.
If the Research Advisory Committee is not satisfied with the Pre-thesis Submission
Colloquium of a candidate, it may ask the candidate to reappear for the Colloquium again
after a gap of one month and the Chairman of the Research Advisory Committee has to
communicate the same to the University.
The Research Advisory Committee shall advise and offer suggestions to the candidate for
the finalization of the Thesis.

8.7 Guidelines to Prepare Thesis

All candidates shall follow the guidelines below while preparing their thesis:
 An Abstract shall be included in the preliminary section of the thesis.
 The abstract in the body of the thesis follows the style used for the rest of the
manuscript and should be placed following the Certificate page.
 The abstract should reflect the contents of the thesis.
 Evidence of Publication: At the end of the thesis, reprint of published papers or
acceptance letters with manuscripts may be enclosed.

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  The electronic version of thesis is to be submitted in CD in PDF form. A Candidate
should keep a copy with him/her. The Certificates and the declaration should be in
format provided by the University.
 Paper: Good quality paper must be used for copies and photocopy of the final copy
should be such that it ensures consistent quality without gray or dark casts to the
background. All copies shall be on white A4 paper and on single side of the paper.
 Typeface: Type size should be 12 point or large. Script or ornamental fonts should
not be used. Print must be of good quality.
 Margins: Margins on the binding edge must be 1.5 inches and all other margins must
be one inch. (Pagination, headers and/or footer may be placed within the margin, but
no closer than one-half inch from the edge of the page).
 Spacing: One and a half or double spacing is to be followed in the main body
excepting in presenting foot notes, tables etc. Final copies of the thesis must be clear
and attractive. Each copy should be reviewed for evenness and clarity of type,
missing pages and crooked text.

8.8 Thesis Submission for Plagiarism Check

The candidate will have to submit one copy of his thesis along with soft copy within six
months from the receipt of communication from the University about the results of the
pre-thesis submission colloquium. If the candidate fails to submit his/her thesis for
plagiarism before six months he/she will have to re-appear before the Research Advisory
Committee for pre-thesis colloquium and obtain permission afresh.
The thesis has to undergo a mandatory plagiarism check by the university. The procedure
for plagiarism check shall be as outlined below.
 Soft copy of the doctoral theses (preferably in CD-ROM/ DVD) covering all the
chapters including bibliography/references has to be submitted in a single MS-
word or PDF file, excluding preliminary pages: declaration, acknowledgement,
abstract, list of charts and abbreviations, table of contents etc. and succeeding
pages: glossary, index, questionnaire etc. to the University Librarian/Deputy
Librarian. The candidate has to enclose the permission for checking plagiarism in
his communication received from the University to the University
Librarian/Deputy Librarian.
 The University library through the SHODHGANGA PROJECT and INFLIBNET
will provide the anti-plagiarism software. The use of particular anti-plagiarism

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 software can change from time-to-time depending on the choice offered by UGC
INFLIBNET.
 The limit for plagiarism or percentage of similarity allowed is up-to 25% of
similarity index for doctoral thesis. 5% additional similarity shall be allowed for
own content from publications provided the Supervisor and the candidate
providing a certificate of publication and on provision of the original article.
 The full report of the plagiarism check shall be submitted by the University
Librarian/Deputy Librarian to the University along with a copy to the re-submitted
a second time for plagiarism check and the fee will increase with every subsequent
resubmission. This is allowed for a maximum of three attempts.
 If plagiarism is proved, then a show cause notice shall be issued to the candidate
and the Supervisor. After reply to the show cause notice, all
documents/reports/answers to the show cause notice shall be placed before the
authorities for appropriate action including possible annulment of Registration of
the candidate and initiation of disciplinary action against the candidate and the
Supervisor.

8.9 Thesis Submission

a) Once the mandatory plagiarism check is successfully over, candidate shall submit 5
copies of Ph.D. Thesis along with five copies of the final synopsis and an electronic
version of the Synopsis and Thesis in PDF format (3 CDs) to the RE for the
evaluation, within six months from the date of receipt of communication from the
university
b) The thesis forwarded by the Supervisor and the Chairperson is the Department has to
be accompanied with a NOC from the Supervisor/department and the University
Library/hostel etc.
c) Failure to submit the Thesis within this period shall entail cancellation of the Ph.D.
Registration of the candidate. A candidate has to include the results of plagiarism test
conducted on the thesis. Once the candidate has submitted the thesis the candidate is
eligible to obtain a thesis submission certificate from the Registrar (Evaluation) upon
payment of a prescribed fee.
d) A certificate duly signed by the Supervisor and Co-Supervisor, if any, to the effect
that the candidate has produced as main author, two research articles based on his/her
research work in his/her Ph.D. Thesis.

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e) The dissertation/thesis shall have an undertaking from the research scholar and a
certificate from the Research Supervisor attesting to the originality of the work,
vouching that there is no plagiarism and that the work has not been submitted for the
award of any other degree/diploma of the same institution where the work was carried
out, or to any other Institution.
f) If a thesis is proved to be a copy / plagiarism / academic misrepresentation the
University has powers to rescind the degrees.

8.10 Adjudication of Thesis

Once the candidate has submitted the thesis following the procedure, the same will be
forwarded to the Registrar (Evaluation) who will arrange for the evaluation.

8.11 Re Submission Thesis

If the Examiners recommend Revision and Re-submission of the Thesis, then the
candidate shall revise the Thesis based on the suggestions made by the examiner (s).
Further submit the revised thesis, duly certified by the Supervisor and with payment of the
prescribed fees to the Registrar (Evaluation) of the University through the Chairperson of
the Department.
No candidate shall, however, be permitted to resubmit the thesis more than one.

8.12 Viva Voce Examination

On the receipt of the favorable/satisfactory reports from all the three adjudicators, an open
vivo-voce examination shall be conducted
If the candidate desires or if the Guide is out of station, then the viva-voce session may be
held via video conferencing, after payment of necessary additional fees prescribed by the
University
If the performance of the candidate in viva-voce examination is not satisfactory, he/she
may be allowed one more chance to reappear for the vive-voce within three months.
The candidate shall after the vive-voce examination, incorporate the suggestions made by
the adjudicators and also the summary of Viva-voce examination into he/her thesis, and
submit two more copies and a soft copy to the Registrar (Evaluation) for sending them to
the University Library (both the hard and soft copies of the thesis) and to the Government
authorities (only hard copy).

8.13 Award of Ph.D Degree

After the successful completion of Ph.D viva voce a notification will be issued to the
candidates enabling him to receive Ph.D. Degree in the forthcoming convocation.

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8.14 Publication Thesis
After the award of Ph.D. degree, the entire thesis or any part of thesis may be published
by the candidate with the written permission of the University, giving due credit to the
Research supervisor. Two copies of the published work shall be submitted to the
University Library.
After the award of the Ph.D. degree, the thesis or any publication derived from the thesis
work shall be property of the University. The University shall rightfully share with the
candidate and supervisor for any copyright, patent or recognition to the thesis.

9. Tentative Academic Planner

The tentative academic planner for Ph.D programmes offered by the university is given as
below:

Table -1 : Tentative Annual Academic Calendar for Ph.D Programmes.

Sl.
Academic Activities Ph.D
No.
01 CET
02 Interview
03 Course work
04 Course work Examination
05 Pre-registration colloquium
06 Synopsis Submission
07 Registration

10. Student Support Services

The University has created learners friendly support services which enable them to pursue
students without any hassle. The students support service is considered to be excellent in
the headquarters.
 Well maintained cafeteria
 State Bank of India with its ATM facility
 Post Office
 Wi-fi Facility
 Well maintained play ground
 Pure drinking water facility
Candidates exam clarity certificate (the above calendar may be changed)
Library at Head Quarters, Mysuru:- The Karnataka State Open University Library
caters to the need of the students, research scholars, faculty members and non-teaching
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staff of the university since 1996. At present, the Library’s collection exceeds one lakh
volumes, apart from the conventional book resources; it comprises a good number of
periodicals, reference books, encyclopedia, reports, theses, dissertations, audio visual
materials, CD/DVDs, etc. Presently it has more than 300 National and International
Journals. The Library is planning to build a digitalized institutional repository.
Membership Services:-
 All the students of the University can become the members of the library after
getting their Student Identity Card issued from the University authorities at the
time of Admission.
 To get membership, they have to fill Membership Application and submit it along
with 2 Passport Size Photos and 1 Stamp Size Photo.
 Borrowers Tickets will be issued on payment of a Refundable Caution Deposit of
Rs. 250/- for research students.
 Users can Borrow One Book per Card. The issued books can be retained for a
period of 60 days, and after the due date, penalty of Rs.1/- per book per day will
be levied.
 The students should return the books and borrowers card and compulsorily
surrender their Borrowers Tickets to the Library Authorities for obtaining No Due
Certificate (NDC) of the Library.

Library Services:-
 Reference and Referral Service, Current Awareness Service, Users’ Orientation
Service, Bibliographic Service, News Paper Clipping Service, Photocopy Service,
etc. provided to the users.
 The Library has a well-equipped computer lab with internet facility to cater to the
needs of the users.
 The library functions from 10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. on all working days.
 During contact programmes and university examinations, the Library will be kept
open from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. and meanwhile on Government Holiday’s library
functions from 10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
 The housekeeping operations and catalogue is computerized using NewGenLib
integrated library management software.
 Web based Online Public Access Catalogue is provided to the users.

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  The Library website provides access to e-journals, e-Books, old question papers,
etc. and link to the Online Public Access Catalog (OPAC) of the Library
[http://ksoumysore.edu.in/library.html].

For any information regarding the library services please send your queries and feedback
to e-mail id: [email protected] and contact Telephone No. 0821-2500873 /
251995, Ext: 525/526.
Health Centre: The University has established a Health Centre to attend to the urgent
and immediate need of the students’ whenever they stay in the campus. Only OPD facility
is available and regular doctor and other staff will be on duty.
Hostels: The University has provided hostel facility both for men and women separately
in KSOU Mysuru campus.
Men’s Hostel: KSOU Boys' Hostel is located in KSOU campus. It consists of 33
rooms. Each room could accommodate 5 students. Thus, this facility will be
available to 165 students at a time. The students who wish to avail this facility
shall pay Rs 70/- per day.
Women’s' Hostel: KSOU cottages, located in the University campus, reserved to
the girls' students. Each cottage can house 12 students. Totally University Guest
House is having 09 cottages. Thus, 108 students can dwell in these cottages at a
time. The student who is willing to avail this benefit shall pay: Rs.70/- per day.

The University is extending this facility within its limits. The accommodation will be
provided depending on the availability by following the policy of 'First Come-First
Serve'. The inmates of the hostel/ cottages shall maintain decency and decorum in
the campus, no damage to the properties of the University shall be caused any
violation will attract disciplinary action and penalty. Those who do not get the
accommodation shall make their own arrangements. To avail Hostel/ cottage facility
and payment of tariff contact the Office of the University Guest House during working
hours. For details contact-9880072854

Competitive Examination Training Centre: The KSOU competitive examination

training Centre offers training and guidance to various competitive examinations which
includes the following-
 Competitive examinations conducted by UPSC and KPSC;
 Police selection - written and Physical test;

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  Banking and LIC examination;
 NET SLET, B.Ed, D.Ed teachers recruitment examinations;
 Self-employment training to the un-employed youth and certificate will be
given to them on successful completion of the training program;
 Training for the elected representatives of Local Authorities/ Bodies i.e.
Panchayats, Municipalities, etc.,
 Training to the employees of Government establishments for Departmental
examination.
 Facility offered to the trainee s tudents Library facility; and
 Hostel facility; F o r d e t a i l s c o n t a c t : 8 2 1 - 2 5 1 5 9 4 4

11. Convocation (Certificate / Degree Certificate)

(Refer KSOU website for convocation details)
The University will conduct convocation after results of the respective programmes.
Separate communication will also be sent to the students at an appropriate time.

12. Quality Initiatives

In an endeavor to step up the quality of services rendered by the university, Centre
for Internal Quality Assurance by the Director has been constituted as per the UGC
order.

Centre for Internal Quality Assurance (CIQA):

The committee for CIQA interacts with the stakeholders and initiates various
measures to promote quality of services at every stage i.e. from the enrolment of
students till they accomplish their goals in their academic pursuit.

13. Information and Guidance Cell

University provide relevant information pertaining to issues like programs offered by the
University admissions, study materials, contact program, examinations, results, marks
cards, certificates, hostel facility etc. for students visiting the University. 'Public
Relation Officers' will be present in the 'Information and Guidance Cell' situated
near the main entrance of the admission block. Students can contact them either in
person or through phone and obtain required information. The contact numbers are
98453-63573 and Admission Block 94494-89749.

14. Grievance Redressal Cell

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 In an endeavor to provide better and timely services to the students, the
Karnataka State Open University has established a Grievance Redressal Cell led by
coordinators. The cell addresses the problems face by the students, with regard to
academic, student support services and examinations. The students are advised to
submit the grievance in writing or by telephonic call to the committee. The
Committee comprised of the following coordinators:

KARNATAKA STATE OPEN UNIVERSITY

MUKTHAGANGOTRI, MYSURU – 570 006

Affix
APPLICATION FOR Ph.D PROGRAMME (Form –A) 2024-25 your
Recent
Photo
(Regular Mode Only)

Subject: _________________________ Full Time Part Time (Tick appropriate)

1 Name (In capital letters)

2 Address for Communication

3 Mobile Number and E- Mail ID

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4 Date of Birth (as per
SSCL marks card)
5 Gender Male/Female/Transgender (Tick)
6 Nationality
7 Aadhar Number
8 Category claimed for Reservation GM/ SC/ ST/ Cat-1/ OBC/ Sply Enabled /HK/International
(Specify the Category)
9 Details of Qualifying Examination
Name of the Subject University Year of Marks Percentage Specializat
programme Passing Obtained ion

10 UGC NET/CSIR/JRF/GATE/M.Phil

11 Proposed Title of Research

12 Particulars of Fee Paid Amount

Journal No.
Date
Place
I hereby confirm that all the information furnished by me is true to the best of my knowledge. If it is false, action can be initiated
against me.
Date:
Place:
(Signature of the Candidate)
Enclosure (Tick Appropriate)
1. Date of Birth
2. Aadhar Card
3. Caste/Category Certificate
4. S.S.L.C Marks Card and 10+2 marks card
5. Marks card of Qualifying Examination and under graduate examination
6. Passport Size Photos
7. Chalan Copy
8. UGC NET/JRF/GATE Certificate
9. Degree certificates
.

Annexure II

KARNATAKA STATE OPEN UNIVERSITY

MUKTHAGANGOTRI, MYSURU – 570 006

Application for Provisional Registration for Ph.D Programme (Form –B)

Subject: _________________________ Full Time Part Time

1 Name (in Capital Letters)

2 Temporary Roll No

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3 Research Topic (provisional)

4 Name of the Supervisor

5 Name of the Co-Supervisor (if Any)

6 Details of Fees Paid

7 Provisional Registration Number

(To be entered by the office)

Declaration
I hereby apply for provisional registration for Ph.D Programme. I declare the details
given by me are correct. I also certify that the proposal submitted by me is original.

Date:
Place: (Signature of the Candidate)

(*The fee shall include provisional registration fee, course work fee, Library fee and lab fee (
science students only)

Annexure III

KARNATAKA STATE OPEN UNIVERSITY

MUKTHAGANGOTRI, MYSURU – 570 006

APPLICATION FOR CONFIRMATION OF REGISTRATION FOR Ph.D

PROGRAMME (Form –C)
Subject: _________________________ Full Time Part Time

1 Name (in Capital Letters)

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2 Provisional Registration Number

3 Result of Course Work

4 Name of the Supervisor

5 Name of the co-Supervisor (if Any)

6 Details of Fees Paid

7 Date of Pre-registration colloquium

8 Recommendation of RAC

9 Registration Number
(To be entered by the office)

Date:
Place: (Signature of the Candidate)
Forwarded by the Research Supervisor and Chairperson of the Department
The application is forwarded to Dean (Academic) for confirmation of registration as
the candidate has successfully completed the coursework with …….. %.

Research Supervisor Chairperson

Department of Studies & Research in ………….

(*The fee shall include registration fee, tuition fee)

Annexure IV

KARNATAKA STATE OPEN UNIVERSITY

MUKTHAGANGOTRI, MYSURU – 570 006

PROGRESS REPORT
(To be submitted on half-yearly basis after registration)
Progress Report Number …… for the Period from ……………… to
………………….
Subject: _________________________ Full Time Part Time

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1 Name (in Capital Letters)
2 Registration Number
3 Name of the Supervisor
4 Name of the Co-Supervisor (if Any)
5 Status of Ph.D. Research
6 Participation in Departmental Academic
Activities
7 Participation in any Seminar/Conference
during the period (enclose Certificates)
8 Presentation in any Seminar/Conference
during the period (enclose Certificates)
9 Publication during the period
i. General
ii. Professional
10 Details of Books/research papers Reviews
11 Any other information
12 Observation by the Research Supervisor
13 Evaluation of the Progress Very good/Good/Satisfactory/Needs
Improvement
14 Date of RAC
15 Comments of RAC

Signature of Candidate

Supervisor Chairperson
DoS & R in …………..
 Annual fee , tuition fee, Library fee and Lab fee for science students shall be
paid once in a year

Annexure IV
HALF YEARLY PROGRESS REPORT
(1st January, ----------- to 30th June, ------------)
Sl. Particulars Details furnished by the Candidate
No. Period of Progress Report
01 Name of the Candidate and
Postal Address
02 Name of the Supervisor
03 Name of the Co- Supervisor -
(if any)
04 Area of Research Work
05 Topic of the Research
06 Registration No. & Date

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07 Tick the No. of present Progress Report (the Tuition fee, Laboratory fees should be
paid along with I,III, V, VII, IX, and XI Report)

No. of Date of Submission Tuition Fee/Half Yearly Progress DD/Receipt No.

Progress to Guide report fee and Laboratory and Date
Report Fee(Laboratory fee only for
Science Students)
I
II
III
IV
V
VI
VII
VIII
IX
X
XI
XII
Certified that the progress report as per the Ph.D. Regulation is enclosed herewith.

Signature of the Candidate

This is to certify that the progress in research is found to be satisfactory; hence this
progress report can be accepted.

Signature of the Co-Supervisor Signature of the Supervisor

Annexure-V
PhD Fee Structure

Sl. Details Fee Structure Remarks

No
1 Application Processing Fee 2000 At the time of Submission of
Application
2 CET
3 Viva Voce
4 Provisional Registration 1500 At the time of Admission
5 Regular Registration 6000 At the time of Confirmation of
Registration
6 Tuition Fee 5000 Per Year At the time of Admission and
once in a year
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7 Course Work Fee 2000 At the time of Admission
8 Course Work Examination Fee 2000 At the of exam notification
9 Half Year Progress Report Fee 4000 Per Report At the time of submission of
report
10 Final Synopsis 1000 At the time of submission of
final synopsis
11 Thesis Submission 7000 At the time of submission of
Thesis
12 Change of Guide 3000
13 Change of Title 3000
14 Lab Fee(In case of Science 5000 (10% increase At the time of admission and
Programs ) every Year ) every year
15 Library Fee 2000 At the time of Admission
16 Extension Fee 10000

17 Thesis Publication Permission Fee 6000

18 Issue of any certificates requested 500

19 Revised Thesis Submission Fee 4000
20 Plagiarism Check Fee 500 I Check
1000 II Check
1500 III Check
3000 IV Check
21 Viva through video conference 15000

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