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I have completed my M.Sc Botany course and I want to do PhD in Botany. Can I do it now? My age is 37. If at all I have a chance to do PhD should I do it on regular basis or I have a preference to do external?

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I have completed my M.Sc Botany course and I want to do PhD in Botany. Can I do it now? My age is 37. If at all I have a chance to do PhD should I do it on regular basis or I have a preference to do external?

Those candidates who have completed masters degree with above 55% marks from a recognized University are eligible for Ph.D course. For SC/ST candidate its 50% and above in masters degree.

There are no age criteria.

Entrance exams to study PhD course:-

1.UGC NET

2.University entrance exam

There is no limitation of age in pursuing the PhD in Botany. Hence, being 37 years old, you are eligible to apply for the admission in PhD in Botany.
Please note that the upper age limit is available for JRF which is 28 years.

Eligibility criteria:-

> Postgraduate degree in a relevant discipline, completed form a recognised institute/ university.
> Minimum aggregate score of 55% (50% for reserved categories) or equivalent grade at the level of post graduation.
> At least 5 years of teaching teaching/ industry/ administrative/ professional experience at a senior level.

.... You can pursue PhD in Botany at any age.
As per the eligibility criteria, there is no minimum or maximum age required to pursue Ph.D in any course in any college.

.... Entrance exams

CSIR NET

DBT

UGC NET