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Ph.D. (Physical Education) is a doctorate level academic program in the field of physical education, sports science, exercise physiology, sports psychology, sports medicine. Ph.D. (Physical Education) program generally takes 3-5 years to complete including coursework and dissertation. The curriculum normally encompasses postgraduate research methods, quantitative methods, specific option subjects such as biomechanics of sports, nutrition and sports psychology besides a doctoral thesis based on a research topic of the candidate’s choice.
The entrance examination that is traditionally taken by candidates for admission in Ph.D. (Physical Education) program are NET a test administered by UGC, SET exam conducted by different state governments and universities, written test followed by an interview and assessment of the proposed research work. There may also be some institutes that offer direct admission on the basis of marks in the post-graduation course.
| Event | Details |
|---|---|
| - Full Form | Doctor of Philosophy in Physical Education |
| - Duration | 2-3 years |
| - Course Level | Doctoral |
| - Eligibility | Master's degree in Physical Education or related field |
| - Top Colleges | Lakshmibai National Institute of Physical Education (LNIPE), Indira Gandhi Institute of Physical Education and Sports Sciences (IGIPESS), University of Delhi, University of Mumbai |
| - Entrance Exam | Entrance exams like UGC NET, JRF, SLET, Ph.D. Entrance Test |
1. A Master’s degree in Physical Education or a related discipline with minimum 55% marks from a recognized university.
2. For instance, if you are applying to a university, you should further specify the entrance test administered by that university such as NET or SET.
3. Regarding the reserved category students, age and percentage relaxations follow as per government norms.
4. It is desirable, but not mandatory, that the candidate has work experience in the field of sports and physical education.
5. Experience in research would be an added advantage as shown through publications, presentations.
6. Knowledge in English language skills, which include reading, writing, speaking and computer skills is mandatory. Hence, recommendation letters also carry some weightage.
| Subject | Topics |
|---|---|
| Research Methods | Quantitative and qualitative research, Statistical analysis, Research design |
| Advanced Physical Education | Contemporary issues in PE, Pedagogy, Curriculum development |
| Sports Science | Exercise physiology, Biomechanics, Sports psychology |
| Exercise Physiology | Human physiology, Exercise testing, Training principles |
| Sports Psychology | Performance enhancement, Injury rehabilitation, Team dynamics |
| Biomechanics | Human movement analysis, Injury prevention, Sports equipment design |
| Statistics and Research | Data analysis, Inferential statistics, Research writing |
| Physical Education Pedagogy | Teaching methods, Assessment, Curriculum planning |
| Sports Management | Event management, Marketing, Sports administration |
| Advanced Statistics | Multivariate analysis, Regression analysis, Research design |
Tabulated below is the collection of the Top 10 Private Ph.D. (Physical Education) Colleges in India with Fee Structure, including their key features.
| Name of the institute | Location | Fees |
|---|---|---|
| Lovely Professional University | Jalandhar, Punjab | INR 406,000 |
| Mandsaur University | Mandsaur, Madhya Pradesh | INR 231,400 |
| Sant Baba Bhag Singh University | Jalandhar, Punjab | INR 103,300 |
| Amity University | Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh | INR 660,000 |
| Sri Satya Sai University of Technology & Medical Sciences | Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh | INR 351,000 |
| Kalinga University | Raipur, Chhattisgarh | INR 352,000 |
| North East Frontier Technical University | West Siang, Arunachal Pradesh | -- |
| Starex University | Gurgaon, Haryana | INR 200,000 |
| IIMT University | Meerut, Uttar Pradesh | INR 269,600 |
| J.S. University | Shikohabad, Uttar Pradesh | INR 80,000 |
Tabulated below is the collection of the Top 10 Government Ph.D. (Physical Education) Colleges in India with Fee Structure, including their key features.
| Name of the institute | Location | Fees |
|---|---|---|
| Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya | Indore, Madhya Pradesh | INR 104,500 |
| Pondicherry University | Pondicherry, Puducherry | INR 135,600 |
| Utkal University | Bhubaneswar, Orissa | INR 296,000 |
| Birsa Munda Tribal University | Rajpipala, Gujarat | -- |
| Acharya Nagarjuna University | Guntur, Andhra Pradesh | INR 226,027 |
| Dravidian University | Kuppam, Andhra Pradesh | INR 50,000 |
| Kakatiya University | Warangal, Telangana | INR 59,770 |
| Panjab University | Chandigarh, Chandigarh | INR 482,400 |
| Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya | Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh | INR 51,850 |
| Delhi University | New Delhi, Delhi NCR | -- |
