1. 1. Entrance Test: All shortlisted candidates will have to undergo an entrance test conducted by the School as detailed below:

   Section A:                                                  Research Aptitude Test (Objective type)                                       20 marks
                                                                     RAT Syllabus

   Section B:                                                  Writing Ability Test Test                                                                20 marks
                                                                     WAT Syllabus

   However, UGC/CSIR (NET/JRF) qualified candidates are exempt from the Research Aptitude Test.

2. Interview Process                                                                           60 marks

Note: The candidates who score at least 50% (45% in case of SC/ST candidates) marks in the entrance test as mentioned above and qualify the interview shall be considered for the final selection. The final Merit list for admission to the M. Phil. program shall be prepared based on the total marks scored by the candidates in the entrance test and interview.