The Office of the Dean Research is proud of its role in facilitating numerous high-impact research projects that have garnered national and international recognition. Our researchers have secured substantial funding from prestigious agencies, published groundbreaking studies, and contributed to significant advancements across various fields.
Looking ahead, the Office of the Dean Research is committed to
Investing in new research facilities and technologies.
Promoting cross-disciplinary collaborations to address complex global challenges.
Encouraging the translation of research discoveries into practical solutions and commercial ventures.
Building strategic partnerships with leading research institutions worldwide.
The Office of the Dean Research is committed to supporting our researchers at every stage of their research journey, from initial idea to impactful outcomes. We invite you to explore the resources and opportunities we offer and join us in advancing the frontiers of knowledge.
The Office of the Dean Research is instrumental in ensuring the quality and success of the University's Ph.D. programs. By providing comprehensive support and oversight, the office helps foster an environment conducive to high-quality research, academic excellence, and innovation. Here are the key ways in which the Office of the Dean Research supports Ph.D. programs:
Ensuring access to state-of-the-art research facilities, laboratories, and specialized equipment. Supporting the maintenance and upgrade of research infrastructure to meet evolving needs. Library and Information Services:
Providing comprehensive library resources, including access to academic journals, databases, and e-books.
Offering research support services such as literature searches, citation management, and data analysis tools.
The Office of the Dean Research is dedicated to supporting the University's Ph.D. programs in achieving the highest standards of academic and research excellence. Through comprehensive support services, rigorous quality assurance, and a commitment to fostering innovation, the office ensures that our Ph.D. students are well-equipped to contribute significantly to their fields and to society at large. Join us in advancing the frontiers of knowledge and making a lasting impact through quality research at Guru Kashi University.
The University offers a range of Ph.D. programs designed to cultivate the next generation of scholars, researchers, and innovators. These programs are integral to our research mission and are supported by the Office of the Dean Research to ensure academic rigor and excellence.
Our Ph.D. programs span a variety of disciplines, including but not limited to:
A total of 13 Faculties headed by able Deans
Selection Process
Review of applications by the admissions committee and relevant academic departments.
Interviews with prospective supervisors and faculty members.
UGC/CSIR NET / GATE qualified students are eligible for selection by direct interview. Such candidates need not to appear for Ph.D. entrance test. Their NET score is counted for eligibility and admission to Ph.D. programs.
Eligibility
Our Ph.D. graduates have gone on to make significant contributions in academia, industry, and public policy. They are recognized for their innovative research, thought leadership, and commitment to advancing knowledge in their respective fields.
For more details on our Ph.D. programs, application procedures, or specific inquiries, please contact GKU Admissions Office or the Office of the Dean Research.
The Office of the Dean Research, in conjunction with our Ph.D. programs, provides a comprehensive and supportive environment for aspiring researchers. We are dedicated to nurturing talent, fostering innovation, and contributing to the global research community.
Join us to embark on a journey of discovery and impact at GKU.The Research Department organizes and manages the university-level entrance test for admission to the Ph.D. programs. This includes the publication of notifications, examination arrangements, evaluation, and declaration of results.
Upon admission, the Research Department oversees the smooth conduct of the mandatory Ph.D. coursework. This includes scheduling, monitoring attendance, assessment of internal and external evaluations, and issuing course completion certificates.
The Department facilitates the allocation of Ph.D. supervisors in accordance with the research interests of scholars and the specialization and availability of faculty. Proper care is taken to ensure the supervisor-to-scholar ratio and research capacity.
The Department coordinates the functioning of DRCs across departments for evaluating and approving synopsis presentations, changes in research topics, and monitoring research progress.
The Research Department schedules and facilitates the synopsis viva, ensuring that the research work aligns with the university’s academic expectations. The scholar must complete the pre-submission seminar before final submission of the thesis.
Post submission, the Department ensures the thesis is reviewed by external experts of NAAC A+ grade professor-level status, in consultation with the Esteemed Vice Chancellor Sir. The final approval and viva-voce are conducted following rigorous academic scrutiny.
It also coordinates the formation and meetings of RACs for every scholar, ensuring periodic review of research progress and providing necessary academic and technical guidance.
After successful completion of viva-voce and incorporation of suggested changes (if any), the Research Department forwards the recommendation for the award of the Ph.D. degree to the university authorities.
The core functions of the R&D Cell revolve around funding support, scholarly communication, and faculty mentoring. It regularly floats funding calls and alerts faculty to grant opportunities from agencies such as DBT, ICSSR, ICMR, DST, ANRF and others. Grant support includes guidance on eligibility, proposal formatting, budget preparation, and timely submission. The cell also facilitates manuscript preparation and patent filing: for example, it encourages faculty to leverage schemes like the DBT KAPILA Program (for patent grants) and provides templates for Indian patent applications. One key function is offering one-on-one research mentoring—experienced faculty guide colleagues through research design, publication strategy, and career planning, thus “encouraging faculty members to prepare research proposals” and interdisciplinary projects.
In addition, the R&D Cell provides hands-on support with research software tools. For reference management, we train faculty to use Mendeley, enabling them to store all references in one place and organize bibliographies efficiently. For manuscript integrity, Turnitin is used not just for plagiarism checks but also for its AI-writing detection capabilities: Turnitin’s AI checker helps educators, publishers, and researchers identify when an AI writing tool may have been used, thus ensuring adherence to originality norms. We have also trained AI-enhanced research assistantship to faculty members like “Deep Research” tool – which autonomously conducts multi-layered literature searches and synthesis to generate comprehensive reports, empowering faculty to explore complex topics rapidly.
Other software support includes lab design tools and analysis packages as needed. Overall, the cell’s operations blend traditional grant facilitation (proposal writing, budgeting, liaison with agencies) with modern research support services (software training, AI tools, patent guidance) to comprehensively assist faculty research activities.
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