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Ph.D. in Economics 

  • Public/Government University
  • Estd. 1955

Ph.D. in Economics
 at 
Jadavpur University 
Overview

Duration

3 years

Course Level

Doctorate Degree

Mode of Course

Full Time

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Public/Government
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Ph.D. in Economics
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Jadavpur University 
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Ph.D. in Economics
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Frequently Asked Questions

Q:   What is the eligibility for Ph.D at Jadavpur University?
A: 

Candidates need to complete a two-year MA or equivalent degree with at least 55% aggregate or its equivalent Grade B to apply for Jadavpur University PhD programme. A relaxation of 5% is offered in aggregate for candidates belonging to SC/ ST/ OBC-NCL/ Differently-Abled. 

Applicants who have obtained an MA or equivalent degree of less than two two-years duration, must have completed at least a total of five years of UG and PG study to apply for PhD programme.

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Q:   Does Jadavpur University conducts entrance test for Ph.D?
A: 

Yes, Jadavpur University conducts entrance test for admission to PhD programme. It is a two hour written test conducted for PhD admission. Candidates who have qualified NET/ SET/ GATE are exempted from appearing for the written test. Selected candidates have to further come for the personal interview round.

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Q:   What are the PhD courses offered in Jadavpur University?
A: 

Jadavpur University offer PhD across different specialisations. Admission criteria is almost the same for all. Some of the PhD specialisations are further mentioned below:

JU PhD Specialisations
BengaliComparative LiteratureEnglish
EconomicsInternational RelationsPhilosophy
Media Communication & CultureSociologyPhysical Education
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Q:   What is the placement percentage of Jadavpur University?
A: 

The overall placement rate recorded during Jadavpur University Engineering placements 2024 was 90%. A total of 830 students out of 913 students received offers during Engineering placements 2024.

The branch-wise placement rate recorded during Jadavpur University placements 2024 is presented below:

Branch  

Placement Rate (2024)

Instrumentation

100%

Mechanical

100%

Construction

100%

Computer Science

97%

Civil

97%

IT

96%

Electrical

96%

Metallurgy

94%

Electronics & Telecom

90%

Chemical

90%

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Q:   How many colleges are affiliated to Jadavpur University?
A: 

Mentioned below are the affiliated to Jadavpur University:

  • IBM - Institute of Business Management
  • JD Birla Institute (JDBI)
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Ph.D. in Economics
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Ph.D. in Economics
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Jadavpur University 
Admission Process

    Important Dates

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    COURSE
    GATE
    UGC NET
    Jan 15, 2026
    UGC NET 2025 Dec Answer Key
    Feb 7, 2026
    GATE 2026 Exam- Forenoon (AG, ES, GG, IN, MA, MN, TF, XE, and XL)
    Feb 7, 2026
    GATE 2026 Exam- Afternoon (AE, BT, CH, CY, GE, PH, XH)

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    Jadavpur University 
     
    Students also asked

    Q:   How is the placement at Jadavpur University?
    A: 

    The key highlights of Jadavpur University Engineering placements 2024 are presented below:

    Particulars

    Engineering Placement Statistics (2024)

    Highest international package

    INR 1.4 CPA

    Highest domestic package

    INR 57 LPA

    Average package

    INR 11 LPA

    Total Engineering students

    913

    Total Engineering students placed

    830

    Further, the branch-wise placement percentage recorded and highest package offered during Jadavpur University placements 2024 is presented below:

    Branch  

    Placement Rate (2024)

    Highest Package (2024)

    Instrumentation

    100%

    INR 53 LPA

    Mechanical

    100%

    INR 27.2 LPA

    Construction

    100%

    INR 23 LPA

    Computer Science

    97%

    INR 57 LPA

    Civil

    97%

    INR 20 LPA

    IT

    96%

    INR 140 LPA

    Electrical

    96%

    INR 36.5 LPA

    Metallurgy

    94%

    INR 14 LPA

    Electronics & Telecom

    90%

    INR 40 LPA

    Chemical

    90%

    INR 23 LPA

    Note: The above-mentioned data is sourced from media reports, hence may vary.

    Q:   Is BE available at Jadavpur University?
    A: 

    Yes, Jadavpur University offers BE courses at the undergraduate level. The University offers BE courses for a duration of four years in a full-time mode. Jadavpur University offers BE courses covering 13 specializations. Some of the popular BE specializations offered are Computer Science, Chemical, Civil, Mechanical, Electronics & Communication, etc. Admission to the Jadavpur University BE course is based on candidates' performance in the West Bengal Joint Entrance Examination (WBJEE) entrance test, followed by its counseling process.

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    Q:   Can I get a seat at Jadavpur University with 2000 rank?
    A: 

    Jadavpur University WBJEE 2024 cutoff was released in the form of ranks for General, OBC, SC, ST, EWS, and PWD categories in the AI and HS quotas. As per the WBJEE last-round cutoff 2024, thr cutoff ranks varied between 57 and 2917. Therefore, it is easy to get admission to Jadavpur University with WBJEE rank of 2000. However, the choice of courses would be limited at this rank.

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    Q:   Does Jadavpur University provide 100% placements?
    A: 

    The branch-wise placement rate recorded during JU placements 2024 is presented below:

    Engineering Branch

    Placement Rate (2024)

    Instrumentation

    100%

    Mechanical

    100%

    Construction

    100%

    Computer Science

    97%

    Civil

    97%

    IT

    96%

    Electrical

    96%

    Metallurgy

    94%

    Electronics and Telecom

    90%

    Chemical

    90%

    Note: The data presented above is for the Faculty of Engineering and Technology

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    Q:   Which Engineering branch is good at Jadavpur University in terms of placements?
    A: 

    Instrumentation, Mechanical and Construction branch recorded 100% placements during Jadavpur University Engineering placements 2024. Further, the highest package was offered to the IT branch student, which stood at INR 140 CPA. The branch-wise placement percentage recorded and the highest package offered during Jadavpur University placements 2024 is presented below:

    Branch  

    Placement Rate (2024)

    the highest Package (2024)

    Instrumentation

    100%

    INR 53 LPA

    Mechanical

    100%

    INR 27.2 LPA

    Construction

    100%

    INR 23 LPA

    Computer Science

    97%

    INR 57 LPA

    Civil

    97%

    INR 20 LPA

    IT

    96%

    INR 140 LPA

    Electrical

    96%

    INR 36.5 LPA

    Metallurgy

    94%

    INR 14 LPA

    Electronics & Telecom

    90%

    INR 40 LPA

    Chemical

    90%

    INR 23 LPA

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