Kashmir University has opened applications for its Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) programs for the 2025 academic session. Students interested in doctoral studies must apply online by December 27, 2025 . Admissions are available across the university’s Main Campus, North Campus, South Campus, and IoT Zakura Campus.
The PhD admissions process requires an entrance test. Following the test, further selection procedures will apply, aligning with university guidelines. The university expects to conduct the entrance examination shortly after the application deadline.
Available PhD Disciplines and Seat Details
The University of Kashmir offers PhD programs across sciences, social sciences, professional studies, and engineering streams. Prospective candidates can find specific seat availability for each discipline and campus below:
| Discipline | Campus/Specialization | Seats |
|---|---|---|
| Nanotechnology | – | 8 |
| Commerce | – | 16 |
| Management Studies | Main Campus | 24 |
| Management Studies | North Campus | 9 |
| Management Studies | South Campus | 9 |
| Chemistry | – | 10 |
| Mathematics | Main Campus | 11 |
| Mathematics | South Campus | 8 |
| Physics | – | 15 |
| Statistics | – | 6 |
| Applied Geology (Earth Science) | – | 13 |
| Law | – | 16 |
| Computer Applications / Computer Science | Main Campus | 7 |
| Computer Applications / Computer Science | North Campus | 5 |
| Computer Applications / Computer Science | South Campus | 3 |
| Food Science & Technology | – | 4 |
| Home Science | – | 17 |
| Electronics & Instrumentation Technology | – | 13 |
| Pharmaceutical Sciences | Pharmacognosy | 5 |
| Pharmaceutical Sciences | Pharmacology | 14 |
| Pharmaceutical Sciences | Pharma Chemistry | 2 |
| Pharmaceutical Sciences | Pharma Practice | 6 |
| Pharmaceutical Sciences | Pharmaceutics | 5 |
| Pharmaceutical Sciences | Pharma Biotechnology | 5 |
| Computer Science & Engineering | North Campus | 14 |
| Applied Science | Chemistry | 6 |
| Electronics & Communication Engineering | IoT Zakura Campus | 8 |
| Mechanical Engineering | – | 8 |
Application Process and Important Dates
Candidates must submit their applications online through the official Kashmir University admissions portal. The final date for online registration is December 27, 2025 . Applicants should monitor the university website for updates regarding the exact schedule of the entrance test and subsequent admission stages.
These doctoral programs cover disciplines in sciences, social sciences, professional studies, and engineering streams. Candidates must meet all eligibility criteria before applying. Detailed eligibility requirements and application instructions are available on the university’s official website.