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Govind Ballabh Pant University of Agriculture and Technology (GBPUAT), Pantnagar, offers a full-time Ph.D. in Entomology under the College of Agriculture, one of India's premier agricultural universities established in 1960. The programme has a minimum duration of 3 years and a maximum of 6 years, encompassing coursework and original research in areas such as insect pest management, insect biosystematics, biological control, apiculture, and molecular entomology. The total seat intake is 8 (4 UK Domicile + 2 Other States + 2 ICAR), and the programme is offered exclusively in full-time, on-campus mode. Admission is primarily through the GBPUAT University Entrance Examination, with ICAR-JRF/SRF qualified candidates also eligible for direct admission (up to 2 seats per discipline). The programme is highly regarded for its strong research infrastructure, experienced faculty, and close linkage with ICAR-funded projects, making it a top choice for students aspiring to careers in agricultural research, academia, and government services.

Admission for the 2026-27 academic session is currently ongoing. The online application window is open from March 23, 2026 to April 30, 2026. The entrance examination is scheduled for June 6, 2026. Candidates are advised to apply promptly before the deadline.

Key Points

The Department of Entomology at GBPUAT was established as a separate department in 1964 and has produced over 106 Ph.D. scholars since the programme's inception in 1979.
The department has state-of-the-art laboratories including Biological Control Lab, Molecular Entomology Lab, Apiculture Lab, Insect Biosystematics Lab, Insect Pathology Lab, IPM Lab, and an Insect Museum.
ICAR-JRF/SRF/NET qualified candidates can seek admission without appearing in the university entrance examination (limited to 2 seats per discipline).
The university is fully residential; all Ph.D. students are required to reside in university hostels on campus.
University fellowships of Rs. 6,000/- per month are awarded to eligible Ph.D. students for up to 36 months on merit basis (2 fellowships per discipline).
Research focus areas include insect pest management, insect pollinators, biological control, pesticide residue, insect biosystematics, and molecular entomology.
Payment seats are available for Other State candidates at an additional fee of Rs. 2,00,000/- per annum over and above the regular university fee.

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25 Mar, 2026 GBPUAT Ph.D Entomology Admission 2026 is ongoing. The last date to apply is April 30, 2026. Further, the entrance test will be held on June 6, 2026. Read more.

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GBPUAT Ph.D. (Entomology) Fees

The Ph.D. (Entomology) programme at GBPUAT involves a one-time admission fee, an annual fee, and a per-semester tuition fee. The total fee for the minimum 3-year (6-semester) programme works out to approximately Rs. 2,71,193 for regular (normal) seat candidates. For payment seat candidates (Other State), an additional Rs. 2,00,000/- per annum is charged over and above the university fee. The fee structure below is based on the official fee order issued by the Office of the Registrar, GBPUAT (July 2025).

Fee Components

Fee Component	Amount (Rs.)
A. Fee Once at Admission
Placement Counseling Fee	1,000
Journal Fee	600
Caution Money (Refundable)	2,500
Admission Fee	250
Alumni Fee	500
Sub-Total (A)	4,850
B. Annual Fee (per year)
Magazine Fee	100
Students Aid Fund	100
Students Society Fee	200
Student Hostel Maintenance	1,500
E-mail/Internet Fee (CCF)	1,000
Computer Charge and Stationery Fee	500
Med-claim	939
Sub-Total (B) per year	4,339
C. Semester Fee (per semester)
Tuition Fee	37,941
Library Fee	400
Medical Fee	250
Games Fee	300
Laboratory Fee	700
Examination Fee	1,000
Room Rent	300
Tour Fee	300
Thesis Evaluation/Viva-Voce Fee	1,000
Entertainment Fee	30
Sub-Total (C) per semester	42,221
Total Fees (3 years / 6 semesters)
Fee Once at Admission (A)	4,850
Annual Fee (B) x 3 years	13,017
Semester Fee (C) x 6 semesters	2,53,326
Total Fees (Normal Seat)	2,71,193
Additional for Payment Seat (Other State)	Rs. 2,00,000/- per annum (extra)
Hostel Food Charges	On actual basis (approx. Rs. 20,000/- per semester food advance, adjusted on actuals)

Caution Money of Rs. 2,500/- is refundable at the time of leaving the university.
Hostel accommodation is mandatory for all students; food charges are billed on actual basis.
Payment seat candidates (Other State) pay an additional Rs. 2,00,000/- per annum over and above the university fee.
Thesis Evaluation and Viva-Voce fee of Rs. 1,000/- is added in the semester fee of all Ph.D. students.
Entertainment fee of Rs. 30/- per semester is charged for TV/dish facility in hostels.
No EMI facility is officially mentioned; fee is to be paid at the time of registration each semester.

GBPUAT Ph.D. (Entomology) Admission 2026-27

Admissions to Ph.D. (Entomology) at GBPUAT for the 2026-27 session are currently open. The process involves an online application, a written entrance examination, followed by counselling and document verification. ICAR-JRF/SRF/NET qualified candidates are eligible for direct admission (without entrance exam) for up to 2 seats per discipline. All Ph.D. admissions are made in the first semester of the academic year.

Important Dates

Event	Date
Online Application Start Date	March 23, 2026
Last Date to Apply Online	April 30, 2026
Last Date for Sponsored Candidates	July 30, 2026
Entrance Examination (Masters and Ph.D.)	June 6, 2026 (10:00 AM to 1:00 PM)
Exam Centres (Ph.D.)	Pantnagar, Dehradun
Counselling / Seat Allotment	To be announced after results
Batch Commencement	First Semester, Academic Year 2026-27

Accepted Entrance Exams

Exam	Conducting Body	Relevance
GBPUAT Entrance Examination	GBPUAT, Pantnagar	Primary exam for all candidates (UK Domicile and Other States)
ICAR-JRF/SRF/NET	Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR)	Eligible for direct admission (up to 2 seats per discipline, without entrance exam)

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must hold an M.Sc. (Ag.) in Entomology, or M.Sc. in Zoology with specialization in Entomology along with a four-year degree at the graduation level, from a recognized university.
Minimum marks requirement as per university norms (generally 60% or equivalent OGPA in the qualifying degree).
For Other State candidates: eligible for both normal and payment seats in Ph.D. programmes (unlike UG/PG where only payment seats are available).

Admission Process

Step 1: Fill the online application form at www.gbpuat.org.in between March 23 and April 30, 2026.
Step 2: Pay the application fee online (Rs. 1,200/- for Unreserved/OBC; Rs. 600/- for SC/ST/PH).
Step 3: Download admit card from the university portal before the exam date.
Step 4: Appear for the written entrance examination on June 6, 2026 at the allotted centre (Pantnagar or Dehradun).
Step 5: Merit list is prepared based on entrance exam marks; ICAR-JRF/SRF/NET qualified candidates are considered separately.
Step 6: Participate in online counselling/seat allotment process as per schedule announced on the university website.
Step 7: Complete document verification and deposit the semester fee within the stipulated time to confirm admission.
Step 8: Complete registration formalities within one week of commencement of the registration process.

GBPUAT Ph.D. (Entomology) Scholarships 2026-27

Ph.D. students at GBPUAT are eligible for a range of fellowships and scholarships from both the university and external agencies. The university provides its own fellowships to meritorious Ph.D. students, while national-level fellowships from ICAR, UGC, CSIR, and DBT are also available. Students who have already qualified ICAR-JRF/SRF before admission are entitled to carry their fellowship into the programme.

Scholarships and Fellowships

Scholarship / Fellowship	Amount	Eligibility / Remarks
GBPUAT University Fellowship	Rs. 6,000/- per month (for 36 months)	2 fellowships per discipline, awarded on merit to eligible Ph.D. students
ICAR-JRF (Junior Research Fellowship)	Rs. 31,000/- per month (JRF); Rs. 35,000/- per month (SRF)	Awarded by ICAR to candidates qualifying ICAR-JRF exam; valid for Ph.D. in agricultural sciences
UGC-NET JRF	Rs. 37,000/- per month (JRF)	For candidates qualifying UGC-NET with JRF; applicable if discipline is covered
CSIR-JRF	Rs. 37,000/- per month	For candidates qualifying CSIR-NET JRF in Life Sciences
DBT Junior/Senior Fellowship	Rs. 37,000/- per month (JRF)	For DBT-JRF qualified candidates in biotechnology-related research
DST-INSPIRE Fellowship	Rs. 80,000/- per year + Rs. 20,000/- contingency	For candidates with exceptional academic record; applied through DST
Post-Matric Scholarship (SC/ST/OBC/EBC - UK)	As per government norms	For Uttarakhand domicile students belonging to reserved categories; applied via NSP portal
ICAR-PGS Fellowship	As per ICAR norms	For ICAR-sponsored PG students
Smt. Uma Gupta Fellowship	As per university norms	University-level fellowship for deserving students
S.K. Mukherjee Scholarship	As per university norms	University-level scholarship
Merit-cum-Means Scholarship (ICAR)	As per ICAR norms	For meritorious and financially needy students

ICAR-JRF/SRF qualified candidates admitted under the direct admission quota (2 seats per discipline) are entitled to carry their ICAR fellowship.
University fellowships are awarded after all admissions for the academic year are finalized, based on academic merit.
External fellowships (UGC, CSIR, DBT, DST-INSPIRE) require separate applications to the respective agencies; the university facilitates the process.
SC/ST/OBC scholarship applications are to be submitted through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) within the prescribed deadlines.

GBPUAT Ph.D Entomology Ranking

Collegedunia Ranking

#11 out of 53 in India 2025

#1st in Uttarakhand

NIRF Ranking

#9 out of 40 in India 2025

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GBPUAT Ph.D. (Entomology) FAQs

Ques. Can students from states other than Uttarakhand apply for Ph.D. (Entomology) at GBPUAT?

Ans. Yes, Other State candidates are eligible for both normal and payment seats in Ph.D. programmes at GBPUAT. They can apply through the GBPUAT University Entrance Examination. Additionally, ICAR-JRF/SRF/NET qualified candidates from any state can seek direct admission (up to 2 seats per discipline). Note that for UG and Masters programmes, Other State candidates are eligible only for payment seats, but this restriction does not apply to Ph.D. programmes.

Ques. Is it mandatory to appear in the GBPUAT entrance exam if I have qualified ICAR-JRF?

Ans. No. Candidates who have qualified UGC/CSIR/ICAR examination for Ph.D. programmes (with or without fellowship) are eligible for admission without appearing in the University Entrance Examination. However, only 2 seats per Ph.D. programme are available under this category. If you wish to compete for the remaining seats, you must appear in the GBPUAT entrance exam.

Ques. What is the research focus of the Entomology department at GBPUAT?

Ans. The Department of Entomology at GBPUAT focuses on insect pest management (IPM), biological control, insect biosystematics, apiculture and pollinator conservation, pesticide residue analysis, insect pathology, and molecular entomology. The department has active ICAR-funded research projects and has produced over 106 Ph.D. scholars. Students get hands-on experience in well-equipped labs including a Molecular Entomology Lab, Biological Control Lab, and Insect Museum.

Ques. Is hostel accommodation compulsory for Ph.D. students at GBPUAT?

Ans. Yes, GBPUAT is a fully residential university and all students, including Ph.D. scholars, are required to reside in university hostels on campus. There are 25 hostels (including 11 for girls and one for married students). Food charges are billed on an actual basis, with a food advance of approximately Rs. 20,000/- per semester that is adjusted against actual consumption.

Ques. What career opportunities are available after completing Ph.D. (Entomology) from GBPUAT?

Ans. Ph.D. (Entomology) graduates from GBPUAT are well-placed for careers in agricultural research institutions (ICAR institutes, SAUs), university teaching and research positions, government departments (agriculture, horticulture, forest departments), pest management companies, agrochemical industry, and international organizations working on food security and sustainable agriculture. The university's Directorate of Placement and Counselling actively supports students in finding suitable employment. Many alumni have gone on to become scientists at ICAR institutes and faculty at agricultural universities across India.

Ques. What is the duration of the Ph.D. (Entomology) programme and can it be extended?

Ans. The minimum duration of the Ph.D. (Entomology) programme at GBPUAT is 3 years (including coursework), and the maximum duration is 6 years. Extension beyond 6 years is generally not permitted. Students are expected to complete their coursework in the initial semesters and then focus on research and thesis writing. The programme is offered only in full-time, on-campus mode; part-time or distance Ph.D. is not available in this discipline at GBPUAT.