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THE UNIVERSITY
1.1 Introduction
The Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU), established by an Act of Parliament in 1985,
with the following mandate:
• to offer high quality, innovative and need-based programmes at different levels, to all those
who require them;
• to reach out to the disadvantaged by offering programmes in all parts of the country at
affordable costs; and
• to promote, coordinate and regulate the standards of education offered through open and
distance learning in the country.
The University began by offering two academic programmes in 1987, i.e., Diploma in Management and
Diploma in Distance Education with a strength of 4528 students. Today, it serves the educational
aspirations of more than 2.0 million students in India and abroad through the twenty-one Schools of
Study/Institutes/Centres and with a network of 62 Regional Centres, more than 2300 Study Centres
within India and around 53 Partner Institutions in 33 countries outside India. The University offers a
wide variety of courses programmes in various fields/disciplines in the form of Certificate, Diploma,
Degree and Doctoral programmes comprising more than 1300 courses with the support of the faculty
members and academic staff at the Headquarters and Regional Centres. The University utilizes services
of a large number of Academic Counsellors (Faculty) from conventional institutions of higher learning
and professionals from various organizations. Today, the University has emerged as the largest Mega
University in the World.
To achieve the objectives of widening access to all sections of society and to provide continual
professional development and training in all sectors of the economy, the University, uses multiple
media and latest technology in imparting education. IGNOU has reformulated its vision keeping its
objectives in focus. Today, the Vision reads. “Indira Gandhi National Open University, the National
Resource Centre for Open and Distance Learning with international recognition and presence, shall
provide seamless access to sustainable and learner-centric quality education, skill upgradation and
training to all by using innovative technologies and methodologies and ensuring convergence of
existing systems for massive human resource required for promoting integrated national development
and global understanding”.
The University has, in a relatively short time, contributed significantly to higher education, community
education and continual professional development. As a world leader in distance education, it was
conferred the Centre of Excellence Award in Distance Education in 1993 and the Award of Excellence
for Distance Education Materials in 1999 by the Commonwealth of Learning (COL), Canada. The
University is committed to quality in teaching, research, training and extension activities, and acts as a
national resource centre for expertise and infrastructure in the ODL system. The University has also
established a Staff Training and Research Institute in Distance Education (STRIDE), Centre for
Extension Education, National Centre for Differently Abled and National Centre for Innovation in
Distance Education, to focus on specific learner groups and enrich the distance learning system. The
Distance Education Council of the University which is also an Apex Body for Open and Distance
Learning System helps in regulating and maintaining the ODL system in the country. With the launch
of Edusat (a satellite dedicated only to education) on 20th September, 2004, and the establishment of the
Inter-University Consortium, the University has ushered in a new era of technology-enabled education
in the country. Besides print and face to face contact, it also uses electronic media for imparting
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education in a big way. Today, it has large number of Teleconferencing Centres at all Regional Centres,
and a few quite Study Centres across all Regional Centres enabling the University to transact
interactive digital content. Emphasis is now being laid on developing interactive multimedia and online
learning, and adding value to the traditional distance education delivery mode with modern technology-
enabled education within the framework of blended learning.
1.2 Objectives
The Indira Gandhi National Open University was established by an Act of Parliament in 1985 to
achieve the following objectives:
• providing access to high quality education to all those who seek it irrespective of age, region,
religion, and gender.
• setting and maintaining standards in distance education in the country as an apex body.
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• School of Humanities (SOH)
Institutes and Centres at the University, which have core academic staff are also involved in developing
courses and academic programmes. They are:
The University offers a wide range of academic programmes both short-term and long-term, credit and
non-credit programmes leading to Certificate, Diploma, Undergraduate Degree, Postgraduate Degree
and Doctoral Degrees which are conventional as well as innovative. Most of these programmes have
been developed after an initial survey of the demand for such programmes. They are launched with a
view to fulfill the learner’s needs for:
• verification,
• improvement of skills,
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• self-enrichment,
• empowerment.
The focus of the programmes are to meet various academic and employment needs of the people,
especially those of the disadvantaged sections of society. A number of programmes have been designed
to meet the requirements of continuing education and training of employed people for professional
growth. The University has introduced a number of modular programmes in order to provide a greater
and more flexible learning environment.
The University follows the ‘Credit System’ for most of its programmes. Each credit is equivalent to 30
hours of student study comprising all learning activities (i.e., reading and comprehending the print
material, listening to audio, watching video, attending counselling sessions, teleconference and writing
assignment responses). Thus, a 4 credit course involves 120 hours of study and an 8 credit course
involves 240 study hours. This helps the learner to know the academic effort he/she has to put in, to
successfully complete a course. Completion of an academic programme (Degree or Diploma) requires
successful completion of the assignments, workshops, seminars, practical, projects and the termed
examination of each course in a programme.
MATERIAL
Need assessment Outlining structure
DEVELOPMENT Preparing academic note
Defining target groups Identifying media and
Developing academic
their component
Course identification Course writing script
Finalising unit-wise course
Content editing Developing Production
outline
script
Identifying themes for Format editing
Programme production
audio-video Language editing
programmes Post – production activities
Developing of graphics
Course delivery strategies Preview
Finalising manuscript
Deciding student’s Final approval
evaluation system Pre-testing of materials
Printing and/or it
formatting and website
designing
Periodic revision
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1.6 Instructional System and Programme Delivery
The methodology of instruction in this University is different from that of the conventional universities.
The Open University system is more learner-oriented and the learner is an active participant in the
pedagogical (teaching and learning) process. Most of the instruction are imparted through distance
education methodology rather than face-to-face communication using multiple media for instruction
viz; self instructional print material, audio-visual material aids, counseling sessions, practicals,
seminars, workshops, field work, project work, etc. Further, the university utilizes electronic media in a
big way for imparting education and training through its Electronic Media and Production Centre which
is established specially for this purpose. Teleconferencing with its vast network of downlink facilities
(one-way video and two-way audio), interactive satellite based education (Edusat), (two-way audio and
video), Gyan Darshan (Television) Educational Channels with DTH facility; Gyan Vani FM Radio
Channels and Interactive Radio-Counseling through FM channels.
In order to provide individualized support to its learners, the University has established large number of
Study Centres throughout the country. These Study Centres are co-ordinated by the Regional Centres
and Recognized Regional Centres (in case of Defence Personnel). The list of Regional Centres is given
in the prospectus for information. At the Study Centres, the learners interact with the Academic
Counselors and other learners, refer to books in the library, watch/listen to video/audio programmes and
interact with the Coordinator and Academic Counselors on administrative and academic matters.
Support services are also provided through the Work Centres, Programme study Centres, Skill
Development Centres and Special Study Centres established in the educational institutions, professional
organizations and other places of relevance depending upon the nature and requirement of the
programme. Wherever training is required, special centers for specific purposes have also been
established (depending upon the nature and requirement of the programme) in collaboration with the
industry and or with specialized training professional organizations/centres.
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2. DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY (Ph.D) PROGRAMMES
2.1 Introduction
The Doctoral Studies Programme aims at training professionals and teachers in the skills and
competencies related to the systematic investigation of various issues and problems in the area of their
study. At this level, the study is expected to provide new and original insights into the problem or the
area under investigation. Today, The University offers Ph.D programmes in 38 disciplines for July
2009 session.
2.2 Ph.D Programmes on Offer for July 2009
Sl. Name of the Programme Sl. Name of the Programme
No No
1. Ph.D in Education 20 Ph.D in Mechanical Engineering
2 Ph.D in History 21 Ph.D in Social Work
3 Ph.D in Tourism Studies 22 Ph.D in Women’s Studies
4 Ph.D in Political Science 23 Ph.D in Rural Development
5 Ph.D in Economics 24 Ph.D in Child Development
6 Ph.D in Sociology 25 Ph.D in Gender & Development Studies
7 Ph.D in Public Administration 26 Ph.D in Food & Nutrition
8 Ph.D in Lib. & Information Science 27 Ph.D in Distance Education
9 Ph.D in Nursing 28 Ph.D in Agriculture Extension
10 Ph.D in Mathematics 29 Ph.D in Informatics
11 Ph.D in Physics 30 Ph.D in Information Technology
12 PhD in Chemistry 31 Ph.D in Knowledge Management
13 Ph.D in Life Sciences 32 Ph.D in Law
14 Ph.D in Hindi 33 Ph.D in Vocational Education
15 Ph.D in English 34 Ph.D in Journalism & Mass Communication
16 Ph.D in Commerce 35 Ph.D in Physics and Astro Physics
17 Ph.D in Management 36 Ph.D in Sri Aurobindo Studies
18 Ph.D in Computer Sciences 37 Ph.D in Extension Education
19 Ph.D in Civil Engineering 38 Ph.D in Community Outreach
Note: Please see section 2.7 for fee details to be paid by the candidate/students for Ph.D
registration/re-registration and Course Work .
The Ph.D programme consists of 96-100 credits, of which 32-36 credits is for basic Course Work. The
duration of the programme is of 2 years (minimum) and 5 years of maximum) from the date of
registration to the programme. However, under exceptional circumstances the Vice Chancellor may
allow curtailment or expansion of the period. The maximum duration can be extended by one more year
with the permission of the Vice Chancellor.
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2.4. General Eligibility Criteria for Ph.D Programmes
The process and schedule of registration shall be prepared and announced by the Research Unit in
accordance with the guidelines given by the University time to time. The Research Unit shall be
responsible for the overall co-ordination of the research programmes leading to the award of Ph.D
degree.
Eligibility Criteria
a) A candidate will be eligible for admission and registration for the Ph.D programme
provided he/she qualified:
OR
b) Talented graduates in a discipline, through laid down procedures will be eligible for
admission into a full-time integrated Doctoral Programme offered in collaboration with
Institutions of repute.
c) However, candidates holding an M.Phil. Degree or those candidates who have cleared
JEST of DAE, or UGC-NET, or GATE of IIT, or those having 5 (five) years of
relevant teaching/practical/industry/professional experience will be exempted from
appearing at the Entrance Examination.
Provided further that candidates who are employees of the University shall have
completed at least two years of service in the University on the date they submit the
application for registration.
The students to be registered for Ph.D programme shall be categorized into two categories and
accordingly guidelines of the University shall apply for registration of Ph.D.
Category B: Candidates who have to undergo Course Work before or alongside undertaking
dissertation work.
Candidates under ‘Category A’ above shall make a presentation of their research proposal to the
Doctoral Committee. The procedure to be followed for the selection of these candidates is given in
subsequent paras. The candidates who fall under the category specified above under a, b, of 2.4.1 will
undergo the Course Work before/alongside undertaking dissertation work. The faculty concerned, with
the help of the Doctoral Committee shall decide the curriculum of the course work to be assigned to
students.
The Course Work could be assigned to Category A students also based on the discipline he/she studied
and Doctoral Committee’s recommendations. The process of assigning course work and related details
are placed in subsequent paras.
i) Acceptance Letter from the external research supervisor stating that he/she would
guide / supervise the candidate as an external guide/supervisor for Ph.D Programme.
ii) Enclose a brief CV of the external supervisor giving details viz., name of the
supervisor, date of birth, academic qualifications, name of the university/institution with
which he/she is/was working, present position and occupation, years of
teaching/professional/ industry experience, academic/research credentials in terms of
books, research publications etc, address of the supervisor, telephone number, fax, email,
etc. (for contact).
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In case a candidate finds the list of internal and external supervisors inadequate or no names of
supervisors (internal & external) placed in the prospectus, yet the candidate could submit his/her filled-
in Ph.D application form to the University. The Director of the School/Centre/Institute will do the
needful with the support of his/her faculty in arranging research supervisors (internal/external). In the
unlikely situation of not being able to arrange for research supervisor the application will be returned to
the candidate stating the reasons.
i) Recommend the candidate for direct registration on the basis of her/his research
proposal.
OR
A candidate may be exempted (partially or fully) from the requirement of the course work by the
concerned School Board or the Area Committee and endorsed by the Research Council.
The course work in all cases may be completed within one year from the date of registration.
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Timelines for Ph.D Registration
A candidate who has been offered registration shall deposit the prescribed Programme Fee within a
period of three months. If the candidate fails to submit the fee, the offer of registration shall be treated
as cancelled. However, under special circumstances, an extension up to six months may be given by
the Vice-Chancellor. A written request with mention about the compelling reason(s) to this effect will
have to be made to the Director, Research Unit for formal approval of the Vice-Chancellor.
i) Selected candidate is required to pay Rs 7,000/- per year for three years (i.e., 1 st year Rs
7,000/; (1st registration); second year Rs 7,000/ and third year Rs 7,000/ under re-
registration of second and third years respectively.
ii) Those (students) who are prescribed the Course Work by the Doctoral Committees of
the Schools/Institutes/Centres are required to pay Rs 7,000/- in addition to the
programme fee prescribed annually for 3 years. (excluding term-end examination fee to
be paid as per University rules).
iii) Those who are exempted Course Work under the category ‘A’ are required to pay
Rs 7,000/- annually i.e 1st year Rs. 7,000/- for first registration and Rs. 7,000/- for 2nd
and 3rd year re-registration based on the Doctoral Committee recommendations
approved by the School Board/Area Committee and Research Council.
The remittances are to be made through a demand draft only in favour of Indira Gandhi
National Open University, New Delhi payable at New Delhi.
All registrations to Ph.D. programme shall be provisional and the same should be confirmed only
on approval/ratification by the Research Council.
i) Non-payment of fees
iii) Non-compliance with the provisions of the Ordinances and other Regulations of the
University.
iv) Failure to complete Course Work and/or submit the thesis within the time limit
prescribed.
The Research Council may however consider requests for re-registration. The application for re-
registration must be made within a period not exceeding six months from the cancellation of
registration and should be recommended by the supervisor(s) and the School Board concerned. All
students re-registered shall pay full fees annually on re-registration as per University rules prevailing at
the time.
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The internal supervisor shall be responsible for providing the necessary link between the student and
the University for academic, administrative and organizational matters. Supervisory responsibility,
however, will be shared jointly in case of joint supervision.
All the Professors and the Readers of IGNOU shall be eligible to be research supervisors in the
discipline concerned of the University. All IGNOU teachers/academics including lecturers/ARDs, with
a Ph.D degree and with at least five years of post-doctoral teaching/research experience shall be eligible
to be recognized as research supervisors.
The School Board concerned/Area Committee shall recommend to the Research Council, a panel of
experts to be recognized as research supervisors who may or may not belong to the University. The
School Board concerned/Area Committee may also recommend for consideration and approval of the
Research Council, a retired teacher identified by the student to act as her/his supervisor(s), provided the
teacher is qualified to do so as per the norms laid down by the University.
The University may allow a change of supervisor under exceptional circumstances, on the
recommendation of the Research Council.
List of Internal Supervisors of the University and some of the External Supervisors who are willing to
guide/supervise research students are placed separately. Candidates can opt any of the supervisor(s)
subject to availability of vacancies with the supervisor(s) and expertise in the area/ discipline with the
School/ Centre/Institute/ Centre concerned.
At any time, a research supervisor shall not guide more than the number prescribed ((Ph.D students) by
the University taking into consideration independent supervision/joint supervision of students to be
taken for research guidance.
Monitoring the routine progress of the Ph.D student shall be the responsibility of the supervisor(s). The
Six Monthly Progress Reports have to be submitted to his/her supervisor(s) in the prescribed format.
The Director concerned shall report the recommendations of Research Supervisor(s) to the School
Board and also forward the same to the Research Unit for placing before the RCSC/Research Council.
Each student shall give at least two Seminars during the whole duration of the programme before the
Doctoral Committee, not necessarily at the HQs. However, pre-presentation will if, any, to be made
outside the University Headquarters needs prior permission of the competent authority.
Every student has to clear coursework on Research Methodology and other courses, if any, prescribed
and designed by the Doctoral Committee of the discipline/area. The student can do the course work and
dissertation work simultaneously.
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The Research Unit with support of the School Institute/Centre concerned monitors all activities relating
to Ph.D students. However, in case of international students, all information will be routed through the
International Division of the University.
ii) Before the pre-submission seminar at least one research paper in the area of the study
for Ph.D should be published/accepted for publication in a peer reviewed/refereed
journal.
iii) After the seminar, the candidate and Research Supervisors will consider the reactions
and observations expressed by the participants. The Director of the School concerned
and supervisor(s) will then assess whether the candidate has attained the expected level
in conceptualization and quality of research work. If their assessment is in the
affirmative, the student will be allowed to submit the thesis to the University.
However, if it is realized that the expected level has not been reached the supervisor(s)
will suggest to the candidate specific tasks to be accomplished before submission of the
thesis. On satisfactory completion of the assigned tasks, she/he will be allowed to
submit the thesis.
iv) The candidate shall submit a copy in electronic from and 5 hard copies of the Summary
of the dissertation (3000-5000 words) duly approved by the supervisor(s) at least 45
days before the submission of the thesis to the School concerned and the same would
be sent to the Director, Research Unit of the University by the Director/Head of the
School/Centre/Institute concerned.
v) Four spiral bound copies of the final thesis and one in the electronic form shall be
submitted to the Director, Research Unit through the Director of the
School/Division/Institute/Centre concerned. The thesis will include a certificate signed
by the supervisor(s) about the originality of the work.
The School Board concerned or the Area Committee, as the case may be, shall prescribe an evaluation
scheme for the course work to be done by the student. Depending on the nature of the course and the
specific needs, the evaluation methodologies may include:
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Evaluation Methodology for Course Work consists of Assignments, Seminars, Term-end paper, etc
under Continuous Assessment and Term-end Examination under Term-end Assessment. The tools of
assessment viz under Continues Assessment and Terminal Assessment will be decided by the faculty of
the School and School Board to be approved by the Research Council of the University.
A Candidate shall be deemed to have completed his/her course work successfully if he/she obtains at
least ‘C’ Grade (measured on a five point scale) or 50% of the maximum score in the course work.
Examination Procedures
i) The Thesis shall be examined by three external experts nominated by the Vice-
Chancellor from a list of 7-10 experts submitted by the supervisor(s) through the
School Board concerned.
ii) The examiners will submit their Evaluation Reports to the University individually.
iii) On the recommendation of the examiner for the award of a Ph.D. degree, an open
defence of the thesis shall be conducted at the place of research by a panel comprising
one of the external examiners, to be nominated by the Vice-Chancellor, and one of the
supervisor(s) of the candidate. The Director of the School/Division/Institute/Centre
concerned would be the Chairperson of the panel. The supervisor will be the Convenor
of the panel. The defence shall be open to all interested participants.
iv) In case any examiner suggests certain modifications and re-submission of the thesis,
the same should be communicated to the candidate, who will be asked to resubmit the
thesis with all the modifications within six months. The research supervisor(s) will
ensure that the suggestions of the examiner(s) are adequately addressed before
resubmission of the thesis. The modified thesis shall be referred again to the
examiner(s) concerned for re-evaluation.
v) If one of the examiners does not recommend the thesis for the award of a Ph.D.
Degree, the thesis shall be referred to another examiner for independent evaluation. If
the fourth examiner recommends the thesis for the award of a Ph.D. Degree, the viva
voce examination shall be organized by the Director of the School/Centre/Institute
concerned. However, if fourth examiner also rejects the thesis, the thesis shall be
rejected by the University.
vi) The examiners’ reports will be shown to the candidate before hand to enable her/him to
address the issues raised therein while preparing to defend the thesis during the open
defence.
vii) The date, time and venue of the open defence, along with a one-page abstract of the
thesis, shall be notified to all concerned by the Research Unit.
viii) The report of the open defence, prepared by the external examiner, the supervisor(s)
and the Director of the School/Division/Institute/Centre, concerned, shall be placed
before the Vice-Chancellor for approval.
Award of Ph.D Degrees
A student shall be awarded the Ph.D Degree, with the approval of the Academic Council. The
Registrar, Student Examination Division shall issue provisional Degree and Doctoral Degree to all
qualified students.
2.16 Removal of Difficulties
Notwithstanding anything in the above document, the Vice-Chancellor may take such measures as may
be necessary in respect of candidates registered with the University for Ph.D
The University reserves the right to change the rules from time to time and only the latest rules will be
applicable to all the students irrespective of the year of registration.
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3. SPECIFIC ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA FOR Ph.D
REGISTRATION: DISCIPLINE WISE
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3.3 School of Sciences (SOS)
i) Mathematics
An M.Phil degree and a Post-Graduate degree in a relevant discipline or an equivalent
grade from a recognized university/institution of higher learning;
OR
Master’s degree in a relevant discipline or an equivalent grade from a recognized
university/ institution of higher learning. Candidates of this category will have to
appear in an entrance test conducted by IGNOU and undertake course work before
registration into the Ph.D programme.
Anyone who has passed a test like NET, or other UGC, CSIR, NBHM, GATE or
having at least 5 years of relevant teaching / practical/industry professional experience
will be exempted from appearing in the entrance test.
ii) Physics
M.Phil. degree in Physics and a Master’s degree in a relevant discipline or an
equivalent grade from a recognised university or a recognized institution of higher
learning.
OR
Candidates having a Master’s degree in a relevant discipline or an equivalent grade
from a recognised university or a recognized institution of higher learning and working
in a recognised college/research institution and having minimum five years
teaching/research experience
iii) Chemistry
Hindi
An M Phil Degree and a Post Graduate degree in a relevant discipline
OR
An equivalent grade from a university or a recognised institution of higher learning.
Course Title of the course Type of course Credits No. of blocks, manual,
Code compulsory/Optional workbooks etc.
RAE-001 Fundamentals of Bridge course 8 5
Agriculture Extension and
Communication
RAE-002 Advances in Agriculture Compulsory 8 5
Extension
RAE-003 Agriculture Extension Compulsory 8 5
Management
RAE-004 Information Compulsory 8 5
Communication
Technology in Agriculture
RAE-005 Research Methodology Compulsory 8 5
and Scaling Techniques
iii) Nursing personnel who have completed their M.Sc. will undertake and complete course
work to be prescribed by the school.
i) B.Sc in Mathematics/Physics
OR
ii) B.E/ B.Tech in applied Physics/Radio Physics and Electronics / Computer Science
Engg. / Electrical Engg. , Electronics Engg. , Mechanical Engg., Instrumentation
engineering/Photonics / Applied Opto –Electronics.
i) Duration of the course is two years for M.Sc. An additional one-year period may be
allowed for appearing at the examination. After successful completion of M.Sc there
will be provision for Lateral Exit. Otherwise a successful candidate can join the Ph.D
programme provided he/she secures at least 60% marks at M.Sc.
iv) The selection will be made on the basis of an Entrance Test followed by an interview.
v) A candidate will get a Stipend at M.Sc stage and a Fellowship (4 years) while pursuing
Ph.D. The rates of Stipend and Fellowship will be as per DST norms.
vi) The programme is of residential nature and students will be provided Hostel Facility at
a very nominal cost at the Indian Institute of Astrophysics, Bangalore.
ii) In some cases, learners with insufficient academic background in Sri Aurobindo
Studies will be guided to complete eight Master’s level courses during the first year of
their programme, after which they may pursue their work to complete other
requirements of the doctoral programme. In such cases, the minimum time needed to
complete the Ph.D will be three years (for full-time students). Students will need to pay
extra tuition for the coursework as per norms.
iii) Such learners can also opt for a dual – degree programme through which they can
receive an M.Phil degree and a Ph.D degree. Details on dual-degree programme can be
downloaded from the Sri Aurobindo centre for Advanced Research
(http://www.sacar.in/ignou/Ph.D_sas.html.)
Rural Development
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i) Those possessing MARD with B grade should be included as a category eligible for
enrolment in Ph.D programme in Rural Development, provided they submit two papers
on their chosen subject for Ph.D and subject to their acceptance by the Doctoral
Committee.
ii) Those who possess M.Phil in any subject, (other than Rural Development) may take
three compulsory courses, as prescribed in the earlier guidelines. However, the
Doctoral Committee may exempt a candidate from taking the Research methodology
Courses, if they feel so.
iii) Those from other streams (other than Rural Development) not having M.Phil will have
to undergo three compulsory courses and also submit two papers as outlined in item a)
above.
Child Development
iv) An equivalent grade from a university or a recognized institution of higher learning with at
least 5 years of teaching experience in a university and demonstrable research experience and
familiarity with research methodology in the area of Child Development.
Social Work
i) Masters Degree in Social Work with M.Phil
OR
ii) Masters Degree in Social Work (MSW) with 32 credits worth Course Work if any
candidate has done after MSW.
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OR
iii) Master in any discipline with PGDSW of IGNOU and additional course work as
prescribed by Doctoral Committee.
Master Degree in Law from a recognized University. Preference will be given to candidates
with 5 years of teaching experience or candidates with M.Phil qualification.
B.Sc in Mathematics/Physics
OR
Duration of the Programme is two years for M.Sc. An additional one-year period may be
allowed for appearing at the examination. After successful completion of M.Sc there will be
provision for Lateral Exit. Otherwise a successful candidate can join the Ph.D programme
provided he/she secures at least 60% marks at M.Sc.
A candidate will get a Stipend at M.Sc stage and a Fellowship (4 years) while pursuing Ph.D.
The rates of Stipend and Fellowship will be as per DST norms.
The Programme is of residential nature and students will be provided Hostel Facility at the
Indian Institute of Astrophysics, Bangalore.
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4. IMPORTANT TIPS FOR PH.D CANDIDATES/
STUDENTS
ii) Candidates whose Ph.D proposals/ synopsis approved are required to submit
registration Fee (Programme fee) Rs 7000/- along with the offer. Registration for 1 st
Year is valid for one year only.
iii) Student is required to re-register for 2nd and 3rd years compulsorily wherever candidate
registered for 3 year full-time Ph.D Programme under category A.
iv) Re-registration form for 2nd year along with the programme fee Rs 7,000/- and re-
registration fee Rs. 7,000/- for 3rd year are required to be submitted to the Director,
Research Unit.
iv) Conformation of re-registration of 2nd and 3rd years of the student will be done by the
Director, Research Unit.
iii) Director of the School concerned of the University will invite the candidate for Ph.D
synopsis/ proposal presentation before the Doctoral Committee of the discipline of the
School concerned.
iv) Director of the School/Institute/Centre concerned will provide the feedback to the
candidate including rejections (on fresh Ph.D proposals/modified proposals if any)
v) Notification of approved Ph.D proposals with names of candidates will be issued by the
Director, Research Unit based on the Research Councils approval (full-time and part-
time).
vi) Candidate will submit registration form along with programme fee Rs. 7000/- for 1 st
year registration i.e. 1st registration.
vii) Based on the presentation of her / his synopsis by the candidate, the Doctoral
Committee of the School/Institute/Centre will prescribe the Course Work, if necessary.
Student is required to pay Rs. 7000/- for Course Work in addition to registration
(programme fee) and re-registration fee annually.
viii) Confirmation of registration of the student for Ph.D will be done by the Director,
Research Unit with a copy to the Director of the School concerned & Registrar, SRD
IGNOU.
(ix) Re-registration form along with the prescribed programme fee Rs. 7000/- is to be
submitted subsequently for the 2nd /3rd year re-registration as per university rules.
7. Progress Reports
Student is required to submit half-yearly Progress Reports to the Director of the School
concerned through the supervisor(s) to be placed before the Research Council through the
School Board.
ii) Assignments and Term-end Papers under continuous assessment should be submitted
to the Director of the School concerned through the supervisor(s).
iii) University conducts Term-end Examination twice a year in June and December.
Student is required to submit exam form before March 31 st for June and before Sept
30th for December without late fee. Submission of Term-End examination form for
Course Work should be submitted to the Registrar, SED, IGNOU, Maidan Garhi New
Delhi.
iv) Submit Term-end Exam form to the Registrar, SED, along with a demand draft (Rs
50/- per course as examination fee) drawn in favour of IGNOU, pay able at New Delhi.
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Registrar, SED, IGNOU will send Hall tickets to students. Hall Tickets will also be
available on IGNOU’s website. Student can download the same and may use it for
attending to exam at the exam centre allotted to her/him. She/he must carry the IGNOU
ID Card without which student will not be allowed to write the examination.
10. Student is required to submit an Abstract of his/her Ph.D thesis to the Director, Research Unit
through the Director of the School concerned. An electronic (compulsory) form and 5 hard
bound copies of the Thesis (3000-5000 words) duly approved by the supervisor(s) should be
submitted at least 45 days before submission of the thesis.
11. Student will submit Ph.D thesis to the Director, Research Unit through the Director of the
School concerned. Four spiral bound copies of final Thesis, one in the electronic (compulsory)
form should be submitted.
12 The Director, Research Unit will send the thesis for evaluation and invite the student and
experts and others for Viva –voce as per University norms. Student, Supervisor(s), Director of
the School and an external expert will be intimated by the Research Unit about the date and
venue for the Viva –voce to be conducted for a student.
12. Results declarations and Award of Ph.D Degree
Registrar, SED will declare the result, and issue Provisional Certificate and final Award (Ph.D)
to all qualified students. The Ph.D Degree will be issued during the Convocations to be
conducted by the University or sent to the student in absentia.
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5. RESEARCH GUIDES/SUPERVISORS FOR PH.D
PROGRAMMES
5.1 (i) Management (Internal Supervisors)
School of Management Studies, IGNOU New Delhi – 110068.
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5. 1 (ii) Commerce (Internal Supervisors)
School of Management, IGNOU, New Delhi -110068.
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5. Dr. Sanjay Gupta • Neutron Transport and Reactor Physics
011-29572836 (Theoretical)
drsgupta@ignou.ac.in
6. Dr. Subhalakshmi Lamba • Theoretical Condensed Matter
011-29572814 • Nano-materials
slamba@ignou.ac.in
5.4 (ii) Physics (External Supervisors)
Sl. Name of the Supervisor and Contact Area of Specialization/
No. Details Interest
1. Prof. R.L. Patil • Electronics
(Rtd. Professor) • Communication
Deptt. of Electronics
Karnataka University
Dharwad – 580 002
0836-2776265
2. Dr. Vijay Raybagkar • Physics Education
Deptt. of Physics
Wadia College
Pune – 411 001
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7. Dr. Sanjiv Kumar (Reader) • Biophysical Chemistry
011-29572819 • Physical Chemistry
9810473149 • Biopolymers
sanjiv_sos@ignou.ac.in • Computational Chemistry
8. Dr. Kamalika Banerjee Lecturer • Inorganic Chemistry
011-29572814 • Theoretical Concepts and Modelling
kamalika@ignou.ac.in • Computational Chemistry
• Chemistry Education
9. Dr. Manaorama Singh, Electro Organic Chemistry
Regional Director,
IGNOU Regional Centre,
Varanasi, Uttar Pardesh.
Ph. No. 0522-2364893
ignoulko@sancharnet.in
5.6 (i) Life Sciences (Internal Supervisors)
School of Sciences, IGNOU, New Delhi - 110068
Sl. Name of the Supervisor and Contact Area of Specialization / Interest
No. Details
1. Prof. S.S.Hasan • Molecular Biology
011-29531045,011-29572810
2. Prof. Neera Kapoor • Entomology
011-29535075, 011-29572838 (Insect pest management
Neera_kapoor@hotmail.com Insect Toxicology,
Medical Entomology,
Insect Biosystematics)
3. Prof. Pushplata Tripathi • Molecular Biology
011-29531045, 011-29572848 Microbial Technology
Ptripathi14g@gmail.com Biotechnology
Prof. Amrita Nigam • Natural Pesticides
4. 011-29572809 • Plant Taxonomy
amritaasthana@hotmail.com
5. Dr. Bano Saidullah • Nematology
011-29572818 • Animal Physiology
banosaidullah@hotmail.com • Animal Genetics
Dr. Kripamoy Aguan • Neurosciences
6. 011-29572839 • Plant Biotechnology
kmaguan@gmail.com
5.7 (i) (Internal Supervisors)
STRIDE, IGNOU, New Delhi – 110068.
Sl. Name of the Supervisor and Contact Area of Specialization / Interest
No. Details
1. Prof. Santosh Panda Staff/ professional development/ online CPD/
011 distance teacher education; distance, online and
spanda@ignou.ac.in blended learning; educational technology;
curriculum development & instructional design;
learners and learning; student attrition and
persistence; virtual research; economics of
distance and online learning; policy and
management of open and distance learning;
open schooling and open basic education.
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2. Prof. P.R. Ramanujam Open and distance education: theory and
ramanujam_p_r@hotmail.com practices; curriculum and course design and
development; editing DE materials; staff
development; research methods; English
literature; online education; disability studies;
quality assurance in ODL.
3. Prof. C.R.K. Murthy Planning and management in ODL; curriculum
murthycrk@hotmail.com design and development of multiple media
materials; learner support services, programme
evaluation, impact studies, training methods.
4. Prof. Madhu Parhar Educational media and technology; Open and
madhuparhar@yahoo.co.in distance education.
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Sl. Name of the Supervisor and Contact Area of Specialization/ Interest
No. Details
1. Prof. Uma Kanjilal Management of Libraries and Information
011-29572714 Centres; Library Cataloguing and
ukanjilal@ignou.ac.in Classification; E-learning
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011-29532206; 011-29572717
as023@hotmail.com
6. Prof. Salil Mishra Communalism, Indian National Movement.
011-29532206; 011-29572721
misrasalil@hotmail.com
5.15 (i) Political Science (Internal Supervisors), (SOSS) IGNOU, New Delhi – 110068.
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5.23 (i) Vocational Education (Internal Supervisors), SOVET, IGNOU,
New Delhi-110068
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Deptt. of Political Science, University of North Bengal
Siliguri, Dist; Darjeeling , West Bengal
Development Studies
Tel No: 0353-450471 (O) 450745 (R)
Mobile – 094344 64858
9. Prof. G. Koteswara Prasad, Head
Deptt. Of Politics and Public Admn. University of Madras
Madras – 600 005.
Peace and Conflict and
Tel No. (O) 044-2539 9698 (R) 2475 8484
Gandhian Studies
Mobile – 094440 46480
E-mail: koteswaraprasad@gmail.com
gkprasad1@hotmail.com
10. Prof. R. Narayanan (Retd.), Adjunct Professor
School of Social Sciences
IGNOU, Maidan Garhi
International Relations
New Delhi – 110 068.
and Peace Conflict
Resi:CB/7B, DDA Flats, Munirka
Studies
New Delhi – 110067
Tel No. (R)-26172069, Mobile: 98181 35919
E mail: rnarayanan_jnu@rediff.com
11. Prof. Thomas Pantham
7/122, Associated Society
Indian Thought and
Near Akota Stadium, Vadodara-390020
Gandhian Studies
Ph.(R 0265-338381, Mobile : 09376213833
e-mail: tpantham@dataone.in
12. Prof. C V Raghavulu, Former Vice Chancellor
Nagarjuna University
Conflict Studies,
Resi: 102, Jaya Residency, 11-4-646/D1/B
Governance and
A C Guards, Hyderabad.
Gandhian Studies
Tel No. (R) 2331 3357, Mobile: 093921 58487
E-mail: ragh.pa@gmail.com
13. Prof. Sudarshan Iyengar, Vice Chancellor
Gujjarat Vidyapeeth,
Ashram Road, Ahmedabad – 380 014 Gandhian Economic
Gujarat. Thought
Tel No.(0) 079-27541392 (R) 65449002
E-mail: sudarshan54@gmail.com
14. Dr. T. Karunakaran, Director, Mahatma Gandhi
Institute of Rural Industrialization, Maganwadi, Wardha,
Gandhian Thought and
Maharashtra - 442 001.
Rural Development
Mobile: 094431 37938, Phone: 07152-253512
Email: director.mgiri@gmail.com
15. Prof. Chaya K. Degaonkar, Professor and Chairperson
Deptt. of Studies & Research in Economics
Indian Economic
Gulburga University, Gulburga – 585 106.
Thought and Gandhian
Tel No 08472-297 187 (O) 296096 (R)
Studies
Mobile: 093423 31301
Mail: chayadegaonkar23@rediffmail.com
16. Prof. Ramashray Roy
BM-36, Shalimar Bagh (East)
Indian Thought and
New Delhi – 110 088.
Gandhian Studies
Tel No. 011-4702 7915, Mobile: 98682 19032
E-mail: ramanroy@yahoo.com
17. Prof. Jai Narain Sharma, Chairman Gandhi, Economy and
Deptt. of Gandhian Studies Peace Studies
Punjab University
Chandigarh – 160 014.
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Tel No. (O) 0172-2534186 (R) 0172-2724 142
Mobile: 094171 92372
E-mail: drjnsharma@yahoo.com
18. Prof. Bidyut Chakravarty, Deptt. of Political Science
University of Delhi, Delhi Political Science and
Tel No. (R) 27667396 (O) 27666670, Mobile : 9818686224 Gandhian Thought
mail: bidyut@polscience.du.ac.in
19. Prof. P. Radhakrishnan
Madras Instt. Of Development Studies
79, Second Main Road, Gandhi Nagar
Indian Social Thought
Adyar, Chennai – 600 020.
and Gandhian Studies
Tel No. 044-24411574 (O), 044-24402003 (R)
Mobile: 094449 39261
E-mail: prk1949@gmail.com & prk@mids.ac.in
20. Prof. D. Narasimha Reddy
House No. 3-33-33, L.Venkat Reddy Colony
Indian Economic
Lingampalli, Hyderbad – 500 019.
Thought and Gandhian
Tel No. (R) 040-2303 3283
Studies
Mobile- 094496 08373
E-mail: reddy_dn200@yahoo.com
21. Dr. D M Diwakar, Professor of Economics
Giri Institute of Development Studies Indian Economic
Sector-O, Aliganj, Lucknow – 226 024 (U.P.) Thought and Gandhian
Tel No. : (O) 0522-2321860, (R) 0522-2762593 Studies
E-mail: dmdiwakar@yahoo.co.in
22. Prof. Anuradha Chenoy, School of International Studies
Jawaharlal Nehru University
Gender Studies and
New Delhi – 110 067.
Gandhian Studies
Tel No. (R) 2674 1105/2674 1330, Mobile: 98101 02250
E-mail: chenoy@gmail.com
23. Prof. Anjoo Saran Upadhyaya
Coordinator,Center for the Study of Nepal
Banaras Hindu University Gender Studies and
Varanasi-221 005 Gandhian Studies
Phone:91-542-2369062
Cell: 91- 9336911439
24. Dr. Rohit Wanchoo
Head, Deptt. of History & Political Science
St. Stephen’s College,
Indian History and
University of Delhi,
Political Science
Delhi – 110 007.
(M) 98181 25088
E-mail rwanchoo@ststephens.edu
25. Prof. Vibhuti Patel
Director, PGSR, & Head
Post Graduate Deptt. of Economics,
SNDT Women’s University, 6th Floor,
Gender Studies and
Nathibai Thakersey Road, Church Gate
Gandhian Theory
Mumbai – 400 020
Tel No.(O) 26770227 (R) 22052970
(M) 093210 40048
E-mail: vibhuti.np@gmail.com
26. Dr. Samir Das Conflict Studies and
Deptt. of Political Science Gandhian Thought
Calcutta University
Kolkata-27.
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Tel No.(R) 033-2425 4023
Mobile-098302 10265
Email: kdas17@rediffmail.com
27. Prof. Meena Deshpande
Deptt.of Political Science
Bangalore University
Gender Studies and
Bangalore-560 056.
Political Science
Tel No.(R) 080-2341 6312
Mobile: 09980809998
E-mail: mahipande@yahoo.co.in
28. Dr. Trupti Shah
Deptt.of Economics, Faculty of CommerceResi:
M S University, Baroda.
37, Patrakar Colony, Tandlaja Road
Po: Akota
Human Rights and
Vadodara – 390 020
Gandhian Studies
Gujarat
Tel No. 0265-2320 399
E-mail: trupti.vadodara@gmail.com
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6. SCHOOLS/INSTITUTES/CENTRES/DIVISIONS/UNITS
OF THE UNIVERSITY
1. Schools
Sl.No Name of the School S.No Name of the School
1. School of Humanities (SOH) 12. School of Journalism & New Media Studies
Indira Gandhi National Open University (SOJNMS)
Maidan Garhi, New Delhi-110068 Indira Gandhi National Open University
Maidan Garhi, New Delhi-110068
2. School of Social Sciences (SOSS) 13. School of Gender & Development Studies
Indira Gandhi National Open University (SOGDS)
Maidan Garhi, New Delhi-110068 Indira Gandhi National Open University
Maidan Garhi, New Delhi-110068
3. School of Sciences (SOS) 14. School of Tourism and Hospitality (SOTHSM)
Indira Gandhi National Open University Service Management
Maidan Garhi, New Delhi-110068 Indira Gandhi National Open University
Maidan Garhi, New Delhi-110068
4. School of Education (SOE) 15. School of Interdisciplinary & Trans-disciplinary
Indira Gandhi National Open University Studies
Maidan Garhi, New Delhi-110068 (SOITS)
Indira Gandhi National Open University
Maidan Garhi, New Delhi-110068
5. School of Continuing Education (SOCE) 16. School of Social Work(SOSW)
Indira Gandhi National Open University Indira Gandhi National Open University
Maidan Garhi, New Delhi-110068 Maidan Garhi, New Delhi-110068
6. School of Engineering and Technology (SOET) 17. School of Vocational Education and Training
Indira Gandhi National Open University (SOVET)
Maidan Garhi, New Delhi-110068 Indira Gandhi National Open University
Maidan Garhi, New Delhi-110068
7. School of Management Studies (SOMS) 18. School of Extension and Development Studies
Indira Gandhi National Open University (SEDS)
Maidan Garhi, New Delhi-110068 Indira Gandhi National Open University
Maidan Garhi, New Delhi-110068
8. School of Health Sciences (SOHS) 19. School of Foreign Languages (SOFL)
Indira Gandhi National Open University Indira Gandhi National Open University
Maidan Garhi, New Delhi-110068 Maidan Garhi, New Delhi-110068
9. School of Computer and 20. School of Translation Studies and
Information Sciences (SOCIS) Training(SOTST)
Indira Gandhi National Open University, Indira Gandhi National Open University
Maidan Garhi, New Delhi-110068 Maidan Garhi, New Delhi-110068
10. School of Agriculture (SOA) 21 School of Performing and Visual Arts (SOPVA)
Indira Gandhi National Open University Indira Gandhi National Open University
Maidan Garhi, New Delhi-110068 Maidan Garhi, New Delhi-110068
11 School of Law (SOL)
Indira Gandhi National Open University
Maidan Garhi, New Delhi-110068
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2. Centres/Institutes
Sl. No
1. Staff Training & Research Institute of 6. National Centre for Innovation in Distance
Distance Education Education
Indira Gandhi National Open University Indira Gandhi National Open University
Maidan Garhi, New Delhi-110068 Maidan Garhi, New Delhi-110068
2. Centre for Extension Education (CEE) 7. Research Unit
Indira Gandhi National Open University Indira Gandhi National Open University
Maidan Garhi, New Delhi-110068 Maidan Garhi, New Delhi-110068
3. Electronic Media Production Centre 8. Education Development of
Indira Gandhi National Open University Indira Gandhi National Open University
Maidan Garhi, New Delhi-110068 Maidan Garhi, New Delhi-110068
4. Inter-University Consortium for Technology 9 Centre for Corporate Education Training and
Enabled Flexible Education and Development Consultance (CCETS)
Indira Gandhi National Open University Indira Gandhi National Open University
Maidan Garhi, New Delhi-110068 Maidan Garhi, New Delhi-110068
5. National Centre for Differently Abled
Indira Gandhi National Open University
Maidan Garhi, New Delhi-110068
3. Divisions/Units
S. No
1. Student Registration & Evaluation (SRD) 6. Material Production & Distribution
Indira Gandhi National Open University Indira Gandhi National Open University
Maidan Garhi, New Delhi-110068 Maidan Garhi, New Delhi-110068
2. Student Registration and Evaluation Division 7. Regional Services
(SED) Indira Gandhi National Open University
Indira Gandhi National Open University Maidan Garhi, New Delhi-110068
Maidan Garhi, New Delhi-110068
3. Library & Documentation Division 8. Administration
Indira Gandhi National Open University Indira Gandhi National Open University
Maidan Garhi, New Delhi-110068 Maidan Garhi, New Delhi-110068
4. Finance & Account Division 9. Academic Co-ordination Division
Indira Gandhi National Open University Indira Gandhi National Open University
Maidan Garhi, New Delhi-110068 Maidan Garhi, New Delhi-110068
5. International Division 10 Research Unit
Indira Gandhi National Open University Indira Gandhi National Open University
Maidan Garhi, New Delhi-110068 Maidan Garhi, New Delhi-110068
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7. REGIONAL CENTRES OF THE UNIVERSITY
The University has vast student support service network across the country in terms of Regional
Centres, Recognised Regional Centres (for Defence Personnel). All Regional Centres of IGNOU placed
below have full-time academic staff and administrative staff to look after publicity and promotion of
academic programmes of the university, establishment of Study Centres, Programme Student Centres,
Special Study Centres etc. within the jurisdiction of the Region. The Regional Centre advertises
academic programmes being offered in the Region, sells/ distributes prospectus, register students as per
university norms and provide student support through its Study Centres and other forms of centres
within the Region. Regional Centre also assist the University in conducting Entrance examination,
Term-end examination for candidates/students who intend to enroll for Entrance/Term-end
Examination. In brief every activity performed by Study Centres in providing student support is being
managed and monitored by the Regional Centre incharge of the area which fall under its jurisdiction.
Ph.D students are also being attached to Regional Centres subject to availability of supervisors,
infrastructure and for other reasons as per the recommendations of the School/Centre/Institute with the
approval of the competent authority of the university. The list of Regional centres are given below for
information and contact.
Sl. No Regional Centre Address of the Regional Centre Tel.Fax & E-mail
and Code
1 AGARTALA 26 IGNOU REGIONAL CENTRE
M B B COLLEGE COMPOUND,PO AGARTALA COLLEGE OF AGARTALA,
TRIPURA 799004, AGARTALA, TRIPURA
TEL: 0381-2516715, FAX: 0381-2516266
rd_agartala@rediffmail.com
rcagartala@ignou.ac.in
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6 BHOPAL 15 IGNOU REGIONAL CENTRE
SANCHI COMPLEX, 3RD FLOOR, OPP. BOARD OF SECONDARY EDN.
SHIVAJI NAGAR, BHOPAL –462 016
MADHYA PRADESH, TEL :0755-2578455, FAX : 0755-2578454
ignoubhopal@rediffmail.com
rcbhopal@ignou.ac.in
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16 GUWAHATI 04 IGNOU REGIONAL CENTRE
HOUSE NO 71,GMC RAOD,
CHRISTIAN BASTI
GUWAHATI-
ASSAM
TEL: -
FAX :
grcignou@sancharnet.in grcignou@gmail.com
rcguwahati@ignou.ac.in
17 HYDERABAD 01 IGNOU REGIONAL CENTRE
RAHUL CHAMBER HOUSE NO.3-5-909
HIMAYATNAGAR NARAYANGUDA MAIN
ROAD HIMAYAT NAGAR
HYDERABAD - 500 029
ANDHRA PRADESH
040-23221254,23221255,23221260
040-23221261(FAX)
hyd2_ignourch@sancharnet.in
ignourch_hyd@dataone.in
rchyderabad@ignou.ac.in
18 IMPHAL 17 IGNOU REGIONAL CENTRE
ASHA JINA COMPLEX , NORTH A.O.C
IMPHAL MANIPUR- 795001
TEL: 0385 - 2421190, 2421191,
FAX: 2421192
ignouimp@rediffmail.com
rcimphal@ignou.ac.in
19 ITANAGAR 03 IGNOU REGIONAL CENTRE
C- SECTOR, NEAR CENTRAL SCHOOL
NAHARLAGUN, ITANAGAR,
DISTT. PAPUM PARE
ARUNACHAL PRADESH.
PIN. 791110.
TEL. 0360 - 2247538 / 2247536
FAX - 0360 – 2247537
rd_itanagar@rediffmail.com
ignou_itanagar@yahoo.com
rcitnagar@ignou.ac.in
20 JABALPUR 41 IGNOU REGIONAL CENTRE
2ND FLR, RAJSHEKHAR BHAVAN RANI DURGAVATI VISHVAVIDYALAYA
CAMPUS, PACHPEDHI
JABALPUR - 482001
MADHYA PRADESH
TEL: 0761-609269,6533569,260041
FAX: 0761-2609919
ignoujabalpur@hotmail.com
rcjablpur@ignou.ac.in
website:www.ignoujabalpur.in
21 JAIPUR 23 IGNOU REGIONAL CENTRE, 70/79, SECTOR – 7 PATEL MARG
MANSAROVAR, JAIPUR - 302 020, RAJASTHAN
TEL : 0141-2785750,2785750, FAX 0141-2784043
ignou@raj.nic.in
ignou-rj@nic.in
rcjaipur@ignou.ac.in
22 JAMMU 12 IGNOU REGIONAL CENTRE , SPMR COLLEGE OF COMMERCECANAL, ROAD
JAMMU - 180 001, JAMMU & KASHMIR
TEL: 0191-2546529, FAX: 0191-2561154
jammurc12@rediffmail.com
rcjammu@ignou.ac.in
23 JOHART 37 IGNOU REGIONAL CENTRE
rcjohart@ignou.ac.in
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24 KARNAL 10 IGNOU REGIONAL CENTRE
OLD GOVT. COLLEGE CAMPUS, RAILWAY STATION ROAD ,
KARNAL - 132 001
HARYANA
TEL: 0184-2271514
FAX: 0184-2255738
ignourck@bsnl.in
rckarnal@ignou.ac.in
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31 MUMBAI 34 REGIONAL DIRECTOR
IGNOU REGIONAL CENTRE
OM LEVA VIKAS NIKETAN
NANEPADA ROAD ,MULUND (E)
MUMBAI-81
09869087130 (MOB)
ignourcmumbai@gmail.com
rcmumbai@ignou.ac.in
32 NOIDA 39 REGIONAL DIRECTOR
IGNOU REGIONAL CENTRE
rcnoida@ignou.ac.in
33 NAGPUR 36 IGNOU REGIONAL CENTRE
14 HINDUSTAN COLONY,
AMRAVATI ROAD ,
NAGPUR
09657339936 (MOB)
rcnagpur@ignou.ac.in
ignounagpur@gmail.com
rcnagpur@ignou.ac.in
34 PANAJI 08 DR M S PARTHASARATHY
REGIONAL DIRECTOR
IGNOU REGIONAL CENTRE
BEHIND CHODANKAR HOSPITAL
NEAR P&T STAFF QUARTERS
OFF MAPUSA-PANAJI ROAD
POVORIM -403521
GOA
09422408248 MOB
0832-2462315
ignou.rcpanaji@yahoo.in
msparthasarathy@yahoo.com
rcpanaji@ignou.ac.in
35 PATNA 05 IGNOU REGIONAL CENTRE
2ND FLOOR, BISCOMAUN TOWER WEST GANDHI MAIDAN,
PATNA - 800 001
BIHAR
TEL 0612-2221539/ 2221541
FAX 0612-22195838
ignourcpatna@gmail.com
rc05patna@gmail.com
rcpatna@ignou.ac.in
36 PORT BLAIR 02 IGNOU REGIONAL CENTRE
JNRM CAMPUS
PORT BLAIR-744104
ANDAMAN & NICOBAR ISLANDS
TEL: 03192-242888,230111
rc_portblair@rediffmail.com
rcportblair@ignou.ac.in
37 PUNE 16 IGNOU REGIONAL CENTRE
1ST FLOOR, MSFC BUILDING
270, SENAPATI BAPAT ROAD
PUNE - 411 016
MAHARASHTRA
TEL: 020-25671867
FAX : 020-25671864
ignourcpune42@vsnl.net
rcpune@ignou.ac.in
38 RAIPUR 35 IGNOU REGIONAL CENTRE
REST HOUSE & E.M. OFFICE HALLSECTOR - 1
SHANKAR NAGAR
RAIPUR - 492007
CHATTISGARH
TEL: 0771-2428285 / 5056508
FAX : 07712445839
rrcignou@cg.nic.in
rcraipur@ignou.ac.in
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39 RAJKOT 42 IGNOU REGIONAL CENTRE
SAURASHTRA UNIVERSITY CAMPUS
RAJKOT - 360005
GUJARAT
TEL: 0281-2572988
subrcrajkot@yahoo.co.in
rcrajkot@ignou.ac.in
website : ignourajkot.org
40 RANCHI 32 IGNOU REGIONAL CENTRE
457A, ASHOK NAGAR
RANCHI - 834022.
JHARKHAND
Tel: 0651-2244688,2244699
FAX: 0651-2244400
ignouranchi@yahoo.com
rdranchi@ignou.ac.in
rcranchi@ignou.ac.in
41 SHIMLA 11 IGNOU REGIONAL CENTRE
CHAUHAN NIWAS BUILDING ,
KHALINI
SHIMLA - 171 002
HIMACHAL PRADESH
0177-2624613,2624612
2625843/ 2624612
0177-2624611
sml_ignoures@sancharnet.in
dbnegi@gmail.com
rcshimla@ignou.ac.in
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45 TRIVANDRUM 40 IGNOU REGIONAL CENTRE
MEPRAM MANSION
CHEKKALAMUKKU
SREEKARIYAM
TRIVANDRUM-695017
KERALA
09447500581 (MOB)
ignourctrivandrum@gmail.com
rctrivandrum@ignou.ac.in
46 VARANASI 48 IGNOU REGIONAL CENTRE
GANDHI BHAWAN
BHU CAMPUS
VARANASI-221 005
TEL: 0542-2368022,2368622
ignousrc.vns@gmail.com
ignousrc.vns@rediffmail.com
rcvaranasi@ignou.ac.in
Sl. Regional Centre Address of the Regional Centre Tel. Fax& E-mail Jurisdiction
No and Code
1 AGARTALA IGNOU REGIONAL CENTRE STATE OF
M.B.B. COLLEGE COMPOUND P.O. AGARTALA COLLEGE TRIPURA
(26) AGARTALA - 799004
TRIPURA
TEL:0381-2516715 / 2516266
FAX: 0381-2516714
rd_agartala@rediffmail.com
2 AIZWAL IGNOU REGIONAL CENTRE STATE OF
LAL BULAIA BUILDINGM.G. ROAD MIZORAM
(19) KHATLA (NEAR CENTRAL
YMA OFF.)
AIZAWL - 796001
MIZORAM
TEL: 0389-2311693, FAX: 0389-2311789
rd_aizwal@rediffmail.com
3 GANGTOK IGNOU REGIONAL CENTRE, GAIRIGAONTADONG STATE OF SIKKIM
PO SHUMBUK HOUSE
(24) GANGTOK – 737102
SIKKIM
TEL : 03592-231375,270923
FAX: 03592-270923/231383 (PVT)
sig_nougkrc@sancharnet.in
rd_gangtok@rediffmail.com
4 GUWAHATI IGNOU REGIONAL CENTRE, NAVAGIRI ROAD1ST BYE-LANE STATE OF ASSAM
CHANDMARI
(04) GUWAHATI - 781 003, ASSAM
TEL : 0361-2668409/2662831
FAX: 0361-2662879
grcignou@sancharnet.in
vardhini08@hotmail.com
5 IMPHAL IGNOU REGIONAL CENTRE, STATE OF
ASHA JINA COMPLEXNORTH AOC MANIPUR
(17) IMPHAL - 795001
MANIPUR
TEL : 0385- 2421190
ignouimp@rediffmail.com
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6 ITANAGAR IGNOU REGIONAL CENTRE STATE OF
'HORNHILL COMPLEX''C' SECTOR (NEAR CENTRAL SCH.) ARUNACHAL
(03) NAHARLAGUN PRADESH
ITANAGAR -791110
ARUNACHAL PRADESH
TEL: 0360-2247536 / 2247538
FAX: 0360-2247537
rd_itanagar@rediffmail.com
ignou_itanagar@yahoo.com
7 KOHIMA IGNOU REGIONAL CENTRE STATE OF
NH-39, OPP. DZUVURU(MHON KHOLA) I.O.C. KOHIMA – 797001 NAGALAND
(20) NAGALAND
TEL: 0370-2241903 / 2241904
FAX: 0360-2247537
rd_kohima@rediffmail.com
033-22222668
Rc51army_ec@yahoo.co.in
CHANDIMANDIR COL. MOHINDER SINGH, REGIONAL DIRECTOR
2. IGNOU - ARMY RECOG. REGIONAL CENTRE
52 COL. EDUCATION
HQ WESTERN COMMAND
CHANDIMANDIR, HARYANA 134107
Email: iaepcc@yahoo.com
PUNE COL. ARUN SARIN, REGIONAL DIRECTOR
4. IGNOU-ARMY RECOG.REGIONAL CENTRE
54 COL EDUCATION
H.Q SOUTHERN COMMAND
C/O 56 APO
020-26102668
020-26102670
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UDHAMPUR LT COL.J. RAMPAL
5. REGIONAL DIRECTOR
55 IGNOU-ARMY RECOG.REGIONAL CENTRE
COL EDUCATION
UTTAR KAMAN MUKHYALAYA
C/O 56APO, HQ NORTHERN COMMAND
UDHAMPUR
JAMMU & KASHMIR
01992-242486
PH.OFF: 022-22660857
FAX: 022-22665458
Email: inepm@rediffmail.com
VISAKHAPATNAM COMMANDER S. SRIDHAR, REGIONAL DIRECTOR
3. IGNOU - NAVY RECOG. REGIONAL CENTRE
73 HQ EASTERN NAVAL COMMAND
VISAKHAPATNAM - 530014
ANDHRA PRADESH
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8. INTERNATIONAL DIVISION & PARTNER
INSTITUTIONS FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
The International Division was established in 1996 to look after the University’s overseas academic
activities. At present, IGNOU offers its academic programmes in 33 countries through 53 Partner
Institutions. The International Division has promoted the University’s programmes outside India,
established bilateral and multilateral cooperation and provided capacity building through training and
technological support. On the collaborative and network front the International Division has adopted a
four-fold strategies.
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Programme on offer for International Students
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1 6102 ATEICO Communications BPP, CIC, CTS, DTS, DIM,
1 SAUDI ARABIA P.O. Box 89630, DECE, BA, BCOM, BTS,
. Riyadh – 11692, Saudi Arabia BED, BCA, MEG, MAH,
Tel: +966-1-215-3537; Fax: +966-1- MPS, MCOM, MTM, MCA,
215-3539 MADE, MBA, PGDIM,
E-mail: ignouriyadh@ateico.net PGDFM, PGDHRM,
Websise: www.itoindia.com PGDMM, PGDOM,
Contact Person : Mr. Riaz Mulla PGDIBO, PGDDE
1 6103 ATEICO Communications, BPP, CIC, CTS, DTS, DIM,
2 SAUDI ARABIA Al Khuzyiam Commercial Centre, DECE, BA, BCOM, BTS,
. Dharan Street, Opp. to Al Johra BED, BCA, MEG, MAH,
Market, MPS, MCOM, MTM, MCA,
Al Khobar Saudi Arabia. MADE, MBA, PGDIM,
Tel + 966 3 8653122; Fax +966 3 PGDFM, PGDHRM,
8657185 PGDMM, PGDOM,
Email ignoudammam@ateico.net PGDIBO, PGDDE
Website: www.itoindia.com
Contact Person : Mr. Riaz Mulla
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17. 9401 Centre for Open and Distance BPP, BCOM, MCOM DIM,
KENYA Education PGDIM, PGDHRM,
Kasneb Towers, Upper Hill, Hospital PGDFM, PGDOM, PGDMM,
Road MBA.
P.O. Box 43364-00100, Nairobi,
Kenya
Tel: +254 - 20 - 2712720
Email: centre@wananchi.com
Contact Person: Mr. Joe Mwangi
Mbuthia, Director
18. 9301 Open Minds International CIC, BCA, BTS, DTS, BA,
SINGAPORE 1, Rochor Canal Road MADE, DIM, PGDDE, MP,
# 05-11, Sim Lim Square, Singapore CTE
– 188 504
Tel: +65 – 6336460; Fax: +65-
6339576
Email: admin@openminds.com.sg
Contact Person :
Mr. Vinod Wadhwa, Managing
Director
19. 9602 International Centre for Academics P BPP, BA, BCOM, BTS, DIM,
NEPAL Ltd. MBA, PGDFM, PGDHRM,
Gyaneshwor (Beside Embassy of PGDIM, PGDMM, PGDOM,
Germany) BED, DCE, DTS, PGJMC,
Ward No. 33, Kathmandu, MEG, MTM, CIC, BCA,
Nepal MCA, CAFÉ, DAFE,
Tel: +977-1-4445540/2042289 PGDRD, MSO, MARD,
Fax: +977-1-4473684 MPA
E-mail: ica@ica.edu.np
Contact Person:
Mr. Biswajit Mukherjee,
Coordinator
20. 9603 DLP Management Consortium (P) BPP, BA, BCOM, DIM,
NEPAL Ltd. MBA, PGDFM, PGDHRM,
Putali Sadak Height, PGDIM, PGDMM, PGDOM,
GPO Box:15142 KPC- BTS, PGJMC, BLISC, DAFE
320,Kathmandu, Nepal
Tel: +977-1-2004321, 4418019
Fax: +977-1-4418019
E-mail : pranab.basak@gmail.com
Contact Person: Mr. Pranab Basak,
Director
21. 9604 Nepal Information Technology Pvt. MBA, PGDIM, PGDHRM,
NEPAL Ltd PGDFM, PGDOM, PGDMM,
Shankar Sadan, DAV Complex, PGDIBO, PGDDM, DIM,
Dhobighat, Lalitpur PGDRD, MEC, MPA, MSO,
PO Box:21928, Kathmandu, Nepal MARD, CHR
Tel: +977-016226026, 012211153
Fax: +977-1-4273987
E-mail : nitgroup@mos.com.np
Coordinator: Mr. Raman Karna,
Director
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22. 9702 Regent International Institute of MP, PGDDM, DNHE
SRI LANKA Higher Studies BDP
No. 5, Mudungoda, Miriswatta
Gampaha, Sri Lanka
Tele : +94-33-4670388/2224559,
777554694
FAX : +94-33-4670388
Email : riihsgampaha@yahoo.com
Contact Person : Mr. Anura
Gunasekhra
23. 9202 Virtual Academy of the International DIM, MBA, PGDFM,
KYRGYZSTAN University of Kyrgyzstan, Prospect PGDHRM, PGDIM,
Chui 255, PGDMM, PGDOM, CIC,
Bishkek 720001 BCA, MCA
E-mail: root@iuk.bishkek.su;
land@iuk.kg
Tel: (+7-3312-218335, +7-3312-
219615
Contact Person: Dr. Karayeva Zina,
Director Kyrgyz-Indian Institute of
Distance Education
24. 9203 Kyrgyz State University of BPP, BCA
KYRGYZSTAN Construction, Transport &
Architecture (KSUCTA), Bishkek,
Kyrgyzstan
E-mail: ksucta@elcat.kg
Tel: +996 (312)543561
Contact Person: Dr. Akymbek
Abdykalykov, Rector
25. 9710 Bakhtar University BA, BCOM, BLIS, BTS,
AFGHA Kart-e Char, PO Box 15000, MBA, MLIS, MEG, MHD,
NISTAN Kabul, Afghanistan MAH, MPS, MTM, MCOM
Ph: +93(0)70 273 515, +93(0)79 020
051 E-mail:
info@bakhtar.edu.af; waheed-
rokhan@kakhtar.edu.af;
latif_roshan@hotmail.com
Contact Person : Mr. Abdul Latif
Roshan
Executive Director
26. 9305 The University of Fiji MCA
FIJI Private Mail Bag, Saweni, Lautoka, Joint BCA
Fiji Islands.
Tel: +679-6640600, Fax: +679-
6640700
E-mail: rajeshc@unifiji.ac.fj
Contact Person: Prof. Rajesh
Chandra
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27. 9801 Holy Family Red Crescent Medical CHCWM
BANGL College and Hospital (HFRCHCH)
ADESH Dhaka, Bangladesh
Contact Person : Dr. M. A. Mazid,
Asstt Prof., Department of
Community Medicine
Ph: +88-01556-338349
28. 9802 Health Policy and Planning Division, CHCWM
MONGOLIA National Centre for Communicable
Diseases, Ministry of Health,
Mongolia
NCCD Campus, Nam-Yan-Ju-Street
Ulaanabaatar 210648, Mongolia
E-mail: tsetsegsaikhan@yahoo.com;
moh@moh.mn
Contact Person : Dr. Ts. Bujin,
Director
32. 8403 Mr. Musa Sowe, Director, Higher PGDDE & MADE
GAMBIA Education & Research,
Department of State for Education,
Wily Thorpe Building, Banjul,
Gambia
33. 8402 Mr. Sanasi M. Kuyateh, PGDDE & MADE
SIERRA Deputy Director, (Science), Ministry
LEONE of Education, Science and
Technology, New England, Freetown,
Sierra Leone
Fax: +232-22-223030 / 235011
EMAIL :
bis_konneh2005@yahoo.com
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34. 8201 C/o IICBA, ETHIOPIA PGDDE & MADE
MADAGA Tel: +251-11-5445284, Fax: +251-11-
SCAR 5514938
36. 9001 Ms. Bethel Sandra Masauli, Principal PGDDE & MADE
AMALAWI Malawi College of Distance Education
Private Bag 302, Chichiri, Blantyre 3,
Malawi
Tel: +2651670034, Fax:
+2651677452, Mobile - 265 1 860 924
Email: mcdedpl@globemw.net
37. 8602 Mr. Glen Mazibuko PGDDE & MADE
SWAZILAND Emlalatini Development Center, (Next
to the Gables Shopping Complex)
P. O. Box 547, Mbabane, Swaziland
Phone - +268 4161171/2, Fax - +268
4161983
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49. 8107 Mr. Shimelis Wolde Hawariat MBA
ETHIOPIA ARTP Coordinator, Haramaya University
P.O.Box 138, Dire Dawa, Ethiopia
Tel. +251 25 5530329 or +251 911 212257(cell
phone)
Fax: +251 25 5530338/25
E-mail: shimelis65@yahoo.com
53. 9001 Ms. Bethel Sandra Masauli, Principal PGDDE & MADE
C MALAWI Malawi College of Distance Education
Private Bag 302, Chichiri, Blantyre 3, Malawi
Tel: +2651670034, Fax: +2651677452
Email: mcdedpl@globemw.net
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9. GUIDELINES FOR PREPARING RESEARCH
PROPOSALS
(i) For Preparing Doctoral Research Proposals: in Education: Humanities, Social Sciences,
Management and Commerce, Rural Development, Social Work, Women’s Studies, Child
Development, Gender and Development Studies and Distance Education,.
The research proposal should follow the following headings and should be within 3000-5000
words:
In this part of the proposal, an introduction to the research area along with relevant related literature be
given. A theoretical basis to the study be established; a brief review of related studies be undertaken;
and an explanation be given as to how this present study is a new study exploring new vistas or
extending the exploration of previous research findings. The implications of the study for theory, policy
and practice may be underlined. In scientific research, the rationale may underline a previous theorem
or formula or a tested hypothesis which needs further investigation.
Objectives of the study: Based on the preceding discussion, the objectives of the study should be
categorically (point-wise) listed.
Hypotheses (if any): The hypotheses of the study (if any) in research or null form should be stated
point-wise, corresponding to the objectives of the study listed above.
Methods: The ‘methods’ section of the proposal should be divided into four sections, given as follows:
i) Research Methodology:
In this section, the various tools and techniques to be adapted or to be developed for
use in the study be noted, in relation to the objectives of the study. Reliability and
validity of the tools and techniques, as appropriate, should be mentioned. Aspects to be
included in the questionnaire/interview schedule/observation schedule/rating scale, etc.
should be mentioned. For scientific research, one may underline the process of
experimentation and testing, and methods used to observe and/or measure the
corresponding changes in the treatment and the depending variables. Also, a brief
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description may be given on a variety of instruments and objects to be used for
conducting the research.
iv) Procedure of Data Collection: his section should focus on the procedure/steps
proposed to be followed for administration of tools and techniques to collect data,
and/or the process of conducting the experiment or case study.
Discussion of Results and Implications of the Study: In this section, it should be mentioned how the
results obtained as above will be discussed; how and in what respect implications for theory, policy and
practice be drawn; in what way the results support/contradict previous such findings, and what
contribution it makes to scientific theories or interpretations.
References: This section should note the references quoted in the proposal or those which have been
consulted to prepare the research proposal. Further, this section should show what referencing style has
been followed (and therefore will be followed) in the research proposal/report.
(ii) Physics
The research proposal should follow the following headings and should be within 3000-5000
words.
In this part of the proposal, an introduction to the research area along with relevant related literature be
given. A theoretical basis to the study be established; a brief review of related studies be undertaken;
and an explanation be given as to how this present study is a new study exploring new vistas or
extending the exploration of previous research findings.
Objectives of the study: Based on the preceding discussion, the objectives of the study should be
categorically (pint-wise) listed.
Statement of the Research Problem: The researcher is expected to spell out the specific area/problem
chosen for investigation or the hypotheses of the study (if any) in research corresponding to the
objectives of the study listed above.
Methodology: In this section, the researcher should give a brief description of the research
methodology, including the rationale for selecting it. The techniques and procedures to be adopted for
the study should be outlined. Statistical and numerical tools used (if any) should be mentioned. If the
study required data collection, then the procedure for data collection and data handling should be given.
References: This section should note the references quoted in the proposal, or those which have been
consulted to prepare the research proposal.
The research proposal should be given according to the following guidelines under given
headings. It should be within 5000 words.
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Background and Rationale (up to 1000 words)
In this part of the proposal, an introduction to the research area along with brief relevant literature be
given. A theoretical basis to the study be established; a brief review of related studies be undertaken
and an explanation be given as to how the proposed study is a new study exploring new vistas or
extending the exploration of previous research findings and useful for the mankind.
Objectives of the study: Based on the preceding discussion, the objectives of the study should be
categorically (point-wise) listed.
Statement of the research problem; The research is expected to spell out the specific
area/problems/technology chosen for investigation or the hypotheses of the study (if any) in research
corresponding to the objectives of the study listed above.
Methods: In this section, the researcher should give a brief description of the Research Methodology
including the rationale for selecting it. The tools, techniques and procedures to be adopted for the study
should be outlined. A clear statement should be made and discussion should be undertaken with regard
to the proposed method to be followed in the study.
Data Analysis and Interpretation: In this section, proposed methodology to analyze data collected for
the study should be described.
References: This section should note the references quoted in the proposal or those which have been
consulted to prepare the research proposal.
(iv) Nursing
The research proposal should include the following headings and be within 3000-5000 words.
i) Selection of Topic: The topic selected should be need based, original and should be at the
advanced level so as to contribute meaningfully to the nursing profession. Before deciding on a
research topic, it is advisable that the scholar makes a preliminary study of the research
publications done in the selected area. It will help to identify what aspects of the topics have
been studied and what remains to be further researched.
ii) Background and Rationale (1000-1500 words): In this part of the proposal, an introduction to
the research area along with relevant related literature be given. A theoretical basis to the study
be established; a brief review of related studies be undertaken; and an explanation be given as
to how this present study is a new study exploring new vistas or extending the exploration of
previous research findings.
iii) Statement of the Problem: The researcher is expected to spell out the specific area/problem
chosen for investigation. The statement should be comprehensive reflecting study approach,
variables, population, setting and time period.
iv) Objectives of the Study: The objectives of the study should be clearly listed in relation to the
Topic chosen.
v) Hypotheses (if any): The hypotheses of the study (if any) in research or in null form should be
stated point-wise, corresponding to the objectives of the study.
vi) Conceptual/Theoretical Framework should be listed-out clearly.
vii) Methods: This section of the proposal should be divided into five sub-sections given as
follows:
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Research Methodology
In this sub-section, clear statements be made and discussion be undertaken with regard
to the research method followed in the study. This may include historical,
philosophical, case study, descriptive, experimental or a mixed research methodology.
The rationale for selecting the research method be given.
In this section, the various tools and techniques to be adapted/adopted or developed for
the study should be mentioned, in relation to the objectives or the study. Reliability and
validity of the tools and techniques, as appropriate, should be mentioned. Aspects to
be included in the questionnaire/interview schedule/observation schedule/rating scale
etc should be mentioned. A brief description may be given on a variety of instruments
to be used for conducting the research.
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10 RECOGNITION OF IGNOU DEGREES
Annexure 10.1
The Registrar,
Maidan Garhi
New Delhi-110068
Sir/Madam
There are a number of Open Universities in the country offering various degrees/diploma through the
mode of non-formal education. The Open Universities have been established in the country by an Act
of Parliament or State Legislature in accordance with the provisions contained in Section 2(f) of
University Grants Commission Act, 1956. These universities are, therefore, empowered to award
degrees in terms of Section 22(I) of the UGC Act, 1956.
A circular was earlier issued vide UGC letter N. F.1-8/92(CPP) dated February, 1992 mentioning that
the Certificate, Diplomas and Degrees awarded by Indira Gandhi National Open University are to be
treated equivalent to the corresponding awards of the Universities in the country.
Attention is further invited to UGC circular No. F.1-25/93(CPP-II) dated 28 th July, 1993 (copy
enclosed) for recognition of degrees and diplomas as well as transfer of credit for courses successfully
completed by students between the two types of Universities so that the mobility of students from Open
University stream to traditional Universities is ensured without any difficulty.
The UGC has specified the nomenclature of degrees under Section 22(3) of the UGC Act, 1956 to
ensure mandatory requirements viz. minimum essential academic inputs required for awarding such
degrees. A copy of Gazette Notification regarding specification of degrees issued vide No. 1-
52/97(CPP-II) dated 31st January, 2004 is enclosed. The details are also given in UGC website:
www.ugc.ac.in
May, I therefore request you to treat the Degrees/Diploma/Certificates awarded by the Open
universities in conformity with the UGC notification on Specification of Degrees as equivalent to the
corresponding awards of the traditional Universities in the country.
Yours faithfully,
Sd/-
(Dr.[Mrs.] Pankaj Mittal)
Joint Secretary
Encl.: As above.
Copy to:-
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1. The Secretary, Government of India, Ministry of Human Resource Development,
Department of Secondary Education and Higher Education, Shastri Bhavan, New Delhi-
110001.
2. The Secretary, All India Council for Technical Education, I.G. Sports Complex,
Indraprastha Estate, New Delhi-110002.
3. The Secretary, Association of Indian Universities (AIU), 16 Comrade Inderjit Gupta Marg
(Kotla Marg), New Delhi-110002.
4. The Secretary, National Council for Teacher Education, I.G. Stadium, I.P. Estate, New
Delhi-110002.
5. The Secretary, Distance Education Council, IGNOU Campus, Maidan Garhi, New Delhi-
110068.
6. The Vice-Chancellor, Indira Gandhi National Open University, Maidan Garhi, New Delhi-
110068.
7. The Vice-Chancellor Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Open University, Road No. 46, Jubilee Hills,
Hyderabad-500033 (Andhra Pradesh).
11. The Vice-Chancellor, Yashawant Rao Chavan Maharashtra Open University, Nashik-
422222 (Maharashtra).
12. The Vice-Chancellor, Kota Open University (Vardhaman Mahaveer Open University,
Kota-324010 (Rajasthan).
13. The Vice-Chancellor, Netaji Subash Open University, Kolkata – 700020 (West Bengal).
14. The Vice-Chancellor, Madhya Pradesh Bhoj (Open) University, Bhopal-462016 (Madhya
Pradesh).
Sd/-
(V.K. Jaiswal)
Under Secretary
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Annexure 10.2
Fax: 011-3315105
No. EV/II(449)/94/176915-177115
The Registrar(s)
Member Universities
Dear Sir,
The Standing Committee at its 237th meeting held at Utkal University and the 68 th Annual Session of
the AIU and in December, 1993 at the University of Delhi have decided in principle that the Degrees of
the Open Universities be recognized in terms of the following resolutions:
“Resolved that the examinations of one university should be recognized by another on a reciprocal
basis, provided that the entrance qualification, duration of course and the general standard of attainment
are similar to those prescribed by the recognized university”.
“Further resolved that in case of Degrees awarded by Open Universities, the conditions regarding
entrance qualifications and duration of the course be relaxed provided that the general standard of
attainment are similar to those prescribed by the recognized university”.
The decision is brought to the notice of the Universities for favour of appropriate action in the matter.
The additional information, if required in this behalf, may kindly be obtained from the Registrars of the
Universities directly.
Thanking you,
Yours faithfully,
Sd/-
(K.C. KALRA)
Joint Secretary
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Annexure 10.3
NEW DELHI-110002
R.P. GANGURDE
Additional Secretary
Tel.: 3319659
As you are aware, the Open Universities have been established in the country by an Act of Parliament
or State Legislature in accordance with the provisions contained in Section 2(f) of University Grants
Commission Act, 1956. These universities are, therefore, empowered to award degrees in terms of
Section 22(I) of the UGC Act, 1956.
It has been brought to the notice of the Commission that the students who have done their M.A. from
open universities are debarred by universities from registration for Ph.D. studies. This is most unfair in
view of the importance attached to the Open University and distance learning in National Policy on
Education, 1986. The Programme of Action-02 also aims at promoting the mobility of students among
open universities and among traditional universities. This can be made possible only when there is a
workable understanding between open universities and traditional universities for recognition of each
other’s degrees on reciprocal basis. A Memorandum of Understanding has already been signed
between University of Pondicherry and Indira Gandhi National Open University which provides for
recognition of each other’s degrees and diplomas as well as transfer of credits for courses successfully
completed by students between the two universities. The other universities may also make similar
arrangements so that the mobility of students from Open University stream to traditional universities is
ensured without any difficulty.
I hope that your university will make necessary efforts in this direction and let the Commission know
the progress.
With regards,
Yours sincerely,
Sd/-
(R.P. Gangurde)
To
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Copy to AIU
Annexure 10.4
NEW DELHI-110002
The Vice-Chancellors/Director’s
Deemed Universities/Institutions
Of National Importance
…………………………..
I am directed to say that Indira Gandhi National Open University, New Delhi has been established by
Sub-section (2) of Section (I) of the IGNOU Act, 1985 (50 of 1985) vide Notification No. F.13-12/85-
Desk (U) dated 19-09-1985 issued by the Government of India, Ministry of Human Resource
Development, (Department of Education), New Delhi and is competent to award its own
Degrees/Diplomas. The Certificates, Diplomas and Degrees awarded by Indira Gandhi National Open
University are to be treated equivalent to the corresponding awards of the Universities in the country.
Yours faithfully,
Sd/-
(Gurcharan Singh)
Under Secretary
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Annexure 10.5
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11 FACULTY INCHARGE FOR PH.D PROGRAMMES
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011-29534246, 29573009
18 Ph.D in Computer Sciences Prof. Manohar Lal mlal@ignou.ac.in
011-29533436
9818919429
19 Ph.D in Civil Engineering Prof. Ajit Kumar ajit@ignou.ac.in
011-29532863
011-29572916
20 Ph.D in Mechanical Engineering Dr. Ashish Agarwal ashisha@ignou.ac.in
011-29536443
011-29572922
21 Ph.D in Social Work Prof. G. Gracious Thomas sosw@ignou.ac.in
09871846768
22 Ph.D in Women’s Studies Prof.Anu Aneja anuaneja@ignou.ac.in
011-29532044
Prof. Debal K. Singha Roy dksingharoy@ignou.ac.in
011-29534715
23 Ph.D in Rural Development Prof. M. Aslam maslammir@yahoo.co.in
011-29536347
24 Ph.D in Child Development Dr. Rekha. S. Sen Rekha.s.sen@gmail.com
011-29572958
25 Ph.D in Food & Nutrition Prof. Deeksha Kapur deekshakaur@ignou.ac.in
011-29572960
26 Ph.D in Gender & Development Studies Prof. Annu J. Thomas athomas@ignou.ac.in ,
011-29572961, 011-29572961
Prof. Savita Singh savitasingh@ignou.ac.in
011-29532964
27 Ph.D in Distance Education Dr. Sanjaya Mishra s_mishra@ignou.ac.in
011-29572614
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38 Ph.D in Community Outreach Dr. M. Chandrasekharan Nair mcnair@ignou.ac.in
011-2953 4104
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26. ** Management Accounting SOMS Prof. N.V. nvnarasimham@ignou.ac.in
& Financial Strategies Narasimham 01129535266
aggarwalsk1975@ignou.ac.in
Dr. Sunil Kumar 011-29573024
M.Sc
27. Mathematics with SOS Prof.Poornima Mittal pmital@ignou.ac.in
Application in Computer 011-29572826
Science (offered in January Dr. S. venkataraman svenkat@ignou.ac.in
session only) 011-29572812
28. Hospitality Admn SOTHMS Dr. Sonia Sharma soniasharma@ignou.ac.in
011-29571112
29. Dietetics and Food Service SOCE Dr. Deeksha Kapur deekshakapur@yahoo.com
Management Dr. Anu J. Thomas anu_thomas@hotmail.com
30. MSW SOSW Prof. G. Thomas sosw@ignou.ac.in
(Master in Social Work with 011-29532044
Specialisation in
Philanthropic Social Work)
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43. Master in Gender and SOGDS Prof. Savita Singh savitasingh@ignou.ac.in
Development Studies and Prof. Annu J. 011-29532964
SOGDS Thomas athomas@ignou.ac.in
011-29572961
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Bachelor Degree Programmes
44. B.A. Dr. Malati malati_mathur@hotmail.com
General Mathur for 011-29536441
as well as with English
‘Major’ in
Hindi SOH
English SOH
Political Science SOSS
History SOSS
Economics SOSS
Public Administration SOSS
Sociology SOSS
Mathematics SOSS
Philosophy SOSS
SOS
SOEDS
45. International SOTHSSM Dr. Paramita paramitaz@ignou.ac.in
Hospitality Suklabaidya 011-29571113
Administration
46. BPP*Bachelor SOH Dr.Neeta Mathur nitamathur@ignou.ac.in
Preparatory SOSS
Programme
47. B.Sc. Prof.Javed A. javed_farooqi@redifmail.co
General SOS Farooqi for m
as well as with SOS Chemistry jafarooqi@hotmail.com
‘Major’ in SOS 011-29532167
Chemistry SOS
Mathematics SOS
Physics SOS
Botany
Zoology
48. B.Sc.Nursing SOHS Prof.Bimla bkapoor@ignou.ac.in
(Post Basic Kapoor 9910058606
49. B.Sc.(Hons) CPMS Prof.S.B.Arora sbarora@ignou.ac.in
Optometry and 9310116392
Ophthalmic
Technology
50. Medical Laboratory CPMS Prof.S.B. Arora sbarora@ignou.ac.in
Technology 9310116392
51. Anaesthesia & CPMS Prof.S.B. Arora sbarora@ignou.ac.in
Critical Care 9310116392
Technology
52. Medical Records & CPMS Prof.S.B. Arora sbarora@ignou.ac.in
Health Information 9310116392
Technology
53. Radiation Therapy CPMS Prof.S.B. Arora sbarora@ignou.ac.in
Technology 9310116392
54. Medical Imaging CPMS Prof.S.B. Arora sbarora@ignou.ac.in
Technology (under 9310116392
IGNOU.-CMAI
Chair).
55. B.Sc. Hospitality and SOTHSSM Dr. Sonia Sharma soniasharma_smart@rediffm
Hotel Admn ail.com
56. B.Com SOMS Prof.M.S.S.Raju mssraju@ignou.ac.in
011-29535747
57. B.Com. SOMS Prof.N.V.Narasi nvnarasimham@ignou.ac.in
**(with major in mham 011-29535266
Accountancy & mtyagi@ignou.ac.in
Finance), Prof. Madhu 011-29535747
Tyagi
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58. B.Com.**(with SOMS Prof.M.S.S.Raju mssraju@ignou.ac.in
major in Corporate 011-29535747
Affairs & Dr. Madhulika P. madhulikalal@gmail.com
Administration), Sarka 011-29573023
59. B.Com.**(with SOMS Dr. Naal Kishore nkishor@ignou.ac.in
major in Financial 011-29535266
and Cost Accounting) Dr. Subodh skesharwani@ignou.ac.in
Kesharwani 011-29573018
60. BBA in Retailing SOMS Dr. Venugopal ignouru@gmail.com
(with the modular Reddy 011-29534326
approach—1st year madhulikalal@gmail.com
Diploma in Retailing, Dr. Madhulika P. 011-29573023
2nd year Advanced Sarka rashmibns71@yahoo.co.uk
Diploma in Retailing 011-29573006
and 3rd year BBA in Dr. Rashmi
Retailing) Bansal
61. B.Ed. SOE Prof.M.C.Sharma mcsharma@ignou.ac.in
Bachelor of 011-29531302
Education) (through
Entrance Test)
B.Tech
62. Civil (Construction SOET Dr.Manoj kulshreshtha_m@ignou.ac.in
Management Kulshreshtha 011-29572927
(offered in January
session only)
63. Civil (Water SOET Dr.S.K.Vyas skvyas@ignou.ac.in
Resource Engineering 011-29532863
(offered in January
session only)
64. Mechanical SOET Dr.Ashish ashish_ka@yahoo.com
Engineering Agarwal ashisha@ignou.ac.in
(Computer Integrated 011-29536443
Manufacturing)
(offered in January
session only)
65. Aerospace SOET Prof. Subhasis subhasis@ignou.ac.in
Engineering Maji 9810592438
66. B.Arch.. (Bachelor SOET Dr. M.K. mbhardwaj@ignou.ac.in
in Architecture) Bhardwaj 011-29572930
67. BLISc. SOSS Prof.Neena neena@ignou.ac.in
Bachelor of Library Talwar Kanungo jaideep@ignou.ac.in
and information Dr.Jaideep
Science Sharma
68. BCA SOCIS Mr.M.P.Sharma bac@ignou.ac.in
Bachelor of Computer 9868424079
Applications
69. Bachelor of Tourism SOTHSSM Mr. Arvind arvindkrdubey@ignou.ac.in
Studies Kumar Dubey 011-29531113
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collaboration)
73. Bachelor of Fashion SOVET Prof.C.G.Naidu cgnaidu@ignou.ac.in
Merchandising &
Production
(IGNOU-Pearl
Academy
collaboration)
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(PGDAE). (offered
in July session only).
88. School Leadership & SOE Prof.M.C.Sharma mcsharma@ignou.ac.in
Management 011-29531302
89. Rural Development SOCE Dr.Gurchain gurchainsingh@hotmail.com
Singh
90. Social Work SOSW Prof.Gracious sosw@ignou.ac.in
Thomas 011-29532044
91. Family Therapy and SOCE Dr.A.Ratra amiteshwarr@yahoo.co.in
Mediation
92. Management in SOET Prof. Subhasis subhasis@ignou.ac.in
Industrial Safety, Maji 9810592438
Health &
Environment (under
IIMSHE-IGNOU
collaboration)
93. International SOMS Prof.Nawal nkishor@ignou.ac.in
Business Operation Kishore 011-29535266
94. Management SOMS Prof. G. gsubbayamma@ignou.ac.in
Subbayamma 011-29532073, 29573001
95. Financial SOMS Prof.Ravi krsankar@ignou.ac.in
Management Shankar 011-29534245, 29573027
96. Human Resource SOMS Prof. S.Srilatha srilatha@ignou.ac.in
Management 011-29534246, 29573009
97. Marketing SOMS Prof.Kamal kyadava@ignou.ac.in
Management Yadav 011-29534245, 29573010
98. Operation SOMS Prof.Anurag anurags@ignou.ac.in
Management Saxena 011-29532219, 29573029
99. Teaching and SOMS Dr. G. gsubbayamma@ignou.ac.in
Research in (RC Cochin) Subhayamma 011-29532073, 29573001
Management
(PGDTRM)
100. Acupuncture SOHS Prof.S.B.Arora sbarora@ignou.ac.in
(Online) 9310116392
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107. Food Safety and SOA Prof. M. K. mksalooja@ignou.ac.in
Quality Management Salooja 011-29533166
(Online also )
Professional Certificates
128. Spoken English & SOVET Prof. C.G.Naidu cgnaidu@ignou.ac.in
Personality 29536982
Development
Diploma Programmes
129. Creative Writing in SOH Prof.Sunaina sunainak@ignou.ac.in
English, Kumar
130. Urdu SOH Prof Naseer ignoukhan@yahoo.com
Ahmad Khan 9868334281
131. Primary Education, SOE Ptof. M.L.Koul mlkoul@ignou.ac.in
011-29535519
132. Women’s SOGDS Prof. Annu J. athomas@ignou.ac.in
Empowerment and Thomas 011-29572961
Development, dksingharoy@ignou.ac.in
Prof.Debal K 011-29534715
Singha Roy
133. Early Childhood Care SOCE Dr.Neerja
and Education, Chadha rekha_s_sen@hotmail.com
Ms.Rekha S.Sen
134. Nutrition and Health SOCE Dr. Annu J. annu_thomas@hotmail.com
Education, Thomas deekshakapur@yahoo.com
Dr.Deeksha
Kapur
135. Civil Engineering(G), SOET Dr. Munish mbhardwaj@ignou.ac.in
Bhardwaj 011-29572930
136. Civil Engg.(Army SOET Dr. Manoj kulshreshtha_m@ignou.ac.in
Only), Kulshreshtha 011-29572927
137. Mechanical SOET Mr.N.Venkatesh nvenkateshwarlu2008@ignou.a
Engineering, warlu c.in
nvenkateshwarlu@hotmail.com
011-29532863
138. Electrical & Mech. SOET Dr. Manoj kulshreshtha_m@ignou.ac.in
Engg.(Army Only), Kulshreshtha 011-29572927
139. Management in SOET Prof. Subhasis sbhasis@ignou.ac.in
Industrial Safety, Maji 9810592438
Health & Environment
(under
IIMSHE,Bhopal-
IGNOU collaboration )
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140. Management, SOMS Prof. B.B. bbkhanna@ignou.ac.in
Khanna 011-29534905, 29573008
141. Nursing SOHS Prof.Bimla bkapoor@ignou.ac.in
Administration Kapoor 9910058606
142. Practical Nursing, SOHS BSS Prof. S.B. Arora sbarora@ignou.ac.in
(under IGNOU-BSS Mr.S.A.G. 9310116392
collaboration) (offered Moison info@bssve.in, 044-32534196,
in both sessions of July 22382031, 09344653636
and January sessions)
143. Optometry (under SOHS Prof. S.B. Arora sbarora@ignou.ac.in
IGNOU-BSS & as above 9310116392 & as above
Collaboration),
144. Radiology & Imaging SOHS Prof. S.B. Arora sbarora@ignou.ac.in
Technology, (under & as above 9310116392 & as above
IGNOU-BSS Prof.S.B. Arora
collaboration) & as above
Medical Laboratory
Technology (under
IGNOU-BSS
collaboration)
145. Value added Products SOA Dr. M.K.Salooja mksalooja@ignou.ac.in
from fruits and 011-29533166/3167
Vegetables
146. Value added Products SOA Er.Mukesh mkumar@ignou.ac.in
from Cereals, Pulses Kumar 011-29533166
and Oilseeds,
147. Meat Technology, SOA Dr.Mita mitasmp@yahoo.co.in
Sinhamahapatra 011-29533166
148. Dairy Technology, SOA Dr. M.K.Salooja mksalooja@ignou.ac.in
011-29533166/3167
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Manufacturing, Agarwal ashisha@ignou.ac.in 011-
29536443
161. Corporate Governance CCTEC Dr.B.P.R.Narasi narasimhabpr@ignou.ac.in
mha Rao nayantara@ignou.ac.in
Dr. Nayana Tara 011-29572112, 29572103
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177. Medical Laws SOHS Prof. S.B. Arora sbarora@ignou.ac.in
9310116392
178. Quality Management SOHS Prof. S.B. Arora sbarora@ignou.ac.in
in Healthcare 9310116392
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200. Teaching of SOS Prof.Parvin cptm@ignou.ac.in
Primary School Sinclair 011-29535091
Mathematics, Prof. Sujatha svarma@ignou.ac.in
Varma 11-29572830
201. Business Skills, SOVET Prof. M.S.S. mssraju@ignou.ac.in
Raju 011-29535747
skesharwani@ignou.ac.in
Prof.Subodh 011-29573018
Kesharwani
202. Functional SOH Prof. Anju S. anjusgupta7@rediffmail.com
English(Basic Gupta
Level),
203. NGO Management, SOVET Dr.Neeti neeti@ignou.ac.in
Agarwal 011-29532073, 29573020
204. Sericulture, SOA Dr.P.Vijaykumar pvkumar@ignou.ac.in
011-29533166
205. Organic Farming, SOA Dr.S.K.Yadav skyadav30@gmail.com
011-29533166
206. German Language SOH Prof.Renu renub@ignou.ac.in
(Offered only in Bhardwaj
Tamilnadu &
Kerala),
207. Japanese language, SOH Prof.Renu renub@ignou.ac.in
(Bangalore & Pune Bhardwaj
only)
208. Spanish Language SOH Prof.Renu renub@ignou.ac.in
(Online only), Bhardwaj
209. Persian Language SOH Prof. Renu renub@ignou.ac.in
(Online only), Bhardwaj
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220. Competency SOET Prof.S.Maji subhmaji@rediffmail.com
Certificate in Power subhasis@ignou.ac.in
Distribution 9810592438
(CCPD),
221. Elementary SOE Prof.M.L.Koul mlkoul@ignou.ac.in
Teacher Education, 011-29535519
222. Water Harvesting SOA Er. Mukesh mkumar@ignou.ac.in
and Management, Kumar 011-29533166
223. Poultry Farming, SOA Dr. P. Vijay pvkumar@ignou.ac.in
Kumar 011-29533166
224. Bee-Keeping, SOA Dr. S.K. Yadav Sky30@mail.com
011-29533166/67
225. Urdu Language, SOH Prof. Renu renub@ignou.ac.in
Bhardwaj
226. Security SOVET Prof. C.G.Naidu cgnaidu@ignou.ac.in
Management, 011-29536982
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243. Early Childhood SOCE DR. Rekha Sen rekha.s.sen@gmail.com
Special Education Ph: - 29532958
Enabling Inclusion
(Mental
Retardation) (July
2009)
244. Early Childhood SOCE DR. Rekha Sen rekha.s.sen@gmail.com
Special Education Ph: - 29532958
Enabling Inclusion
(Visual
Impairment) (Jan
2010)
245. Early Childhood SOCE DR. Rekha Sen rekha.s.sen@gmail.com
Special Education Ph: - 29532958
Enabling Inclusion
(Hearing
Impairment), (Jan
2010)
246. Life Long CEE/SOEDS Dr. M.C.Nair nairmc@gmail.com
Learning.
247. Rescue and Fire CCETC Dr.K.S. In collaboration with Cochin
Fighting Diwakaran Nair International Airport Limited,
Cochin,
ksdnair@rediffmail.com,
0484-232330891, 09495572139
248. Security and CCETC Dr.K.S. In collaboration with Cochin
Vigilance Diwakaran Nair International Airport Limited,
Cochin,
ksdnair@rediffmail.com,
0484-232330891, 09495572139
249. X-Ray Inspection CCETC Dr.K.S. In collaboration with Cochin
Diwakaran Nair International Airport Limited,
Cochin,
ksdnair@rediffmail.com,
0484-232330891, 09495572139
250. Energy Technology RC-1 Dr. Ram ajit@ignou.ac.in
& Management SOET Chandra 011-29532863
(CETM) Prof. Ajit Kumar 011-29956015
011-29958078
251. Jewellery COVET Dr. K.D.Prasad kdprasad@ignou.ac.in
Designing
Non-Credit Courses:
1. Computer Literacy programme
2. Certificate Programme in Motorcycle Service and Repair (under IGNOU-Hero Honda Project).
Dr. Manoj Kulshreshtra, kulshreshtha_m@ignou.ac.in
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3. Certificate in Awareness-cum-Training Packages in Disability (Visual Impairment, Mental
Retardation, Hearing Impairment & Cerebral Palsy)
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265. Mathematics Prof. Parvin Sinclair phdmath@ignou.ac.in
011-29535091
SOS
Dr. Deepika gargdeepika@ignou.ac.in
011-29572837
266. Physics Dr. Sanjay Gupta drsgupta@ignou.ac.in
SOS
011-29572836
267. Education Prof. Chandra sharmacb@yahoo.com
SOE
Bhushan Sharma 011-29534248
268. Women’s Studies Prof.Anu Aneja anuaneja@ignou.ac.in
011-29532044
SOCE
Prof. Debal K. dksingharoy@ignou.ac.in
Singha Roy 011-29534715
269. Food & Nutrition Dr.Deeksha Kapur deekshakapur@yahoo.com
SOCE
011-29536347
270. Rural Development Prof. M.Aslam maslam@ignou.ac.in
SOCE
011-29532313
271. Child Development Dr.Rekha S.Sen rekha_s_sen@hotmail.com
SOCE
272. Civil Engineering Prof.Ajit Kumar ajit@ignou.ac.in
SOET
011-29532863
273. Mechanical Prof. Subhasis Majhi sbhasis@ignou.ac.in
Engineering SOET 9810592438
29534808
274. Engineering & Prof.Ajit Kumar ajit@ignou.ac.in
Technology SOET 011-29532863
IGNOU and Queensland University of Technology, Australia (QUT) have entered into an Agreement to
deliver a collaborative Doctoral program under the Research and Teaching Assistance (RTA)
Scheme of IGNOU. Applications are invited from eligible candidates to pursue Doctoral
studies at IGNOU and QUT under the IGNOU’s RTA Scheme in the field of built
environment and engineering, creative writing, education, health, information technology,
journalism, life science, management, media and communication, and law.
Selected candidates will work under the joint supervision of QUT and IGNOU and will spend an initial
period at IGNOU. They will then move to QUT to complete the thesis for a period as
appropriate.
i) Common Prospectus Rs 100/- in cash) By post Rs. 150 in the form of DD in favour of
IGNOU payable at Delhi/at the city of the Regional centre respectively)
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13. GUIDELINES FOR FILLING UP THE APPLICATION
FORM FOR PH.D PROGRAMMES
Here are some specific instructions that will help the candidate in filling-up the APPLICATION FORM
for admission. The instructions are aimed at getting the correct and accurate information from you so
that candidate do not face the hazard of rejection of his/her candidature when the information is
processed by the university.
Please fill up the form and mail or send in person the same along with attested copies of certificates to
the Director, Research Unit, Block 6, IGNOU, Maidan Garhi, New Delhi-110068. Incomplete
applications are likely to be summarily rejected without giving any information to the candidate
thereof.
Some instructions for filling-up the columns of the application form are given below:
1. Write the name of the discipline viz., like Education, Hindi, History; Physics, etc. (see Ph.D
programmes on offer under the Section 2 and 4).
2. If your name has different initials, leave a blank box in between parts of the name. For example R.
Sharma, Then write as:
R S H A R M A
3. Please write your Father’s/Husband’s/Mother’s name (strike out whichever is not applicable).
Leave a blank box in between different parts of the name.
4. Write the address for correspondence. Write one letter per box only leaving one box blank between
two words. Give a telephone and mobile no and fax no., if you have access and email-id.
5. (i) & (ii) Give your Enrolment no. and programme code if you are already registered for any
other programmes of IGNOU.
10-15. Please cross (× ) the appropriate box only.
16 Please enter details of all your work experience (current only).
17. Please mention your educational qualifications starting from matriculation onwards to research
degree. (attach attested copies of certificates/degrees along with mark sheets).
23. Consent of External supervisors may be attached on a separate sheet with his/her CV (brief) one
page only) along with a letter of consent.
24. Provide relevant details if a candidate propose an external supervisor/ guide for research guidance
(see 24). Also provide relevant details if a candidate choose a retired person as research
guide/supervisor.
Check List for National & International Students
a) For National Students
Please check before sending the form to IGNOU whether you have:
a) Affixed your photograph and signed over it.
b) Signed the application form at the end under the declaration of the form & put date.
c) Enclose the following documents:
i) Certificates in support of educational qualification(s)
ii) Experience Certificate wherever required.
iii) Category Certificate for SC/ST/OBC and other category candidates.
iv) Age Certificate where required.
v) Student Card duly filled in and photograph pasted (not signed).
vi) Acknowledgement Card.
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vii) Synopsis of proposed research proposal.
viii) Demand draft of Rs. 750/-, (if the application form has been downloaded from the website).
ix) Acceptance letter and CV of the external supervisor if a candidate propose any external
supervisor for Ph.D programme.
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Form No:
Filled in Form along with the copies of certificates should be sent to the Affix your latest
Director, Research Unit, Maidan Garhi, New Delhi-110068 passport size
photograph
duly attested by
1. Discipline: (write Name the programme) ______________ you
_____________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________
4. Address for Correspondence (Do not give P.O. Box No. as your address. Leave a blank box
between each unit of address like House No., Street No., P.O., etc.)
City District
Pin Code
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Telephone No. (if any) with STD Code Fax No. (if any) with STD Code
STD Code Telephone No. STD Code Telephone No.
7. Nationality
8. i) Country of Residence
Date of Expiry
9. Religion
10. Sex: Cross (x) the appropriate box 11. Category: Cross (x) the appropriate box only
only
Male Female Gen SC ST OBC PH Minority
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16. If employed, give details of the employment:
i) Designation: ---------------------------------------------
ii) Occupation/Profession ---------------------------------------------
iii) Period of Employment: from ----------------- to ------------------------
iv) Name of the Organization: ---------------------------------------------
v) Address of the Organization: ---------------------------------------------
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vi) Tele Phone: ---------------------------------------------
vii) E-mail Id: ---------------------------------------------
17. Educational Qualifications: (Starting from Matriculation till higher Learning Degree. Attach
attested photocopies of certificates/degrees along with mark sheets).
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20. Any other work experience relevant to doctoral studies proposed and, not covered under
18 above. (Mention details of work in specific terms).
……………………………………………………………………………………………………
……………………………………………………………………………………………………
Post-Graduation
M.Phil.
Any other degree (specify)
22. i) Specify a theme of research, which you would like to undertake for your thesis
work. (Only in case of Ph.D Programme).
………………………………………………………………………………………………...
………………………………………………………………………………………………...
ii) Tentative title of the proposed thesis.
………………………………………………………………………………………………...
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iv) Attach (on separate sheets) a brief research proposal (1000-5000 words) giving
relevant details about substantive dimensions of the theme, and methodological details
to investigate into the theme systematically.
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23. How will, in your opinion, the Doctoral Degree (Ph.D/M.Phil) from IGNOU help you?
i) ……………………………………………………………………………………………….
ii) ……………………………………………………………………………………………….
iii) ……………………………………………………………………………………………......
iv) ………………………………………………………………………………………………..
v) ………………………………………………………………………………………………...
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24. Furnish the following details pertaining to external supervisor.
………………………………………………..
b) Occupation: ……………………………………………….
i) For Indian students: details of application fee (if a soft copy used)
Amount (Rs) Demand Draft No Date Name of the Bank and place (drawee)
Amount (Rs) Demand Draft No Date Name of the Bank and place (drawee)
DECLARATION
I declare that the statements made in this application are true and complete to the best of my knowledge
and belief. I am aware that if at any stage it is found that the statements made are not true or are
incomplete or misleading, the admission, if made will be cancelled and I shall not be entitled to refund
of any fee paid by me to the University. Further, I have carefully studied the rules of the University as
printed in the Prospectus and I accept them and shall not raise any dispute anywhere India/Abroad in
future over the same rules.
CATEGORY CERTFICATE
(SC/ST CANDIDATES
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Note: Please enclose relevant certificates under these categories, if a candidate is eligible as per
GOI if rules.
INSTRUCTIONS
Research Unit
Indira Gandhi National Open University
Maidan Garhi New Delhi - 110068
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT CARD
Dear Student,
Thank you for applying for the Ph.D. Programme of IGNOU. We acknowledge the receipt
of your application form.
Please mention always inward Receipt No. and Programme applied for in all your future
correspondence with the Research Unit of the University.
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Enrolment No………………………………………
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Please mention your full postal address at the space allocated below
To, Affix
postage
……………………………………… Stamps
of Rs.6/-
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From
The Director, City:__________________________
Research Unit,
IGNOU State:__________________________
Maidan Garhi,
New Delhi-
110068 PIN:
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