Notification Summary: Admission into Ph.D Programme -2026.
Online applications are invited from eligible candidates for admission into Ph.D. Programme 2026 of SOUTH ASIAN UNIVERSITY in the following departments. Interested candidates are encouraged to review the Notification summary carefully and apply online through official web portal.
Admission Details:
Advt No: Admissions 2026-27 
Programme: Admission into Ph.D Programme -2026.
University: SOUTH ASIAN UNIVERSITY.
Location: South Delhi.

Vacancy Details:
Biotechnology: 07
Computer Science & Engineering: 10
Economics: 02
International Relations: 04
Legal Studies: 06
Mathematics: 06
Sociology: 02
Media, Arts and Design: 
Physics: 03
Management: 06
Climate Change: 02
Chemistry: 01
English: 01

Eligibility Criteria:
1. SAU Entrance Test Mode:
For Indian Candidates: Center-based online tests conducted by the University on stipulated dates.
For other SAARC Candidates (excluding India): Proctored online tests on stipulated dates.

2. Direct Admission Mode (Without SAU Entrance Test):
In India: Based on scores from national-level tests (Like JEE/CUET/NEET/CAT/CLAT/NET/GATE etc)
In Other SAARC Countries: Based on national-level test scores or qualifying examination results from recognized
institutions/boards.
For Non-SAARC Candidates: Based on scores obtained in their qualifying examination (from recognized institutions).
For Executive PhD & Executive MBA Programmes: Admission is based on professional work experience and individual
performance in interview.

Selection Process:
1. SAU Entrance Test Mode
2. Direct Admission Mode (Without SAU Entrance Test)
3. For Non-SAARC Candidates: Based on scores obtained in their qualifying examination.
4. For Executive PhD & Executive MBA Programmes: Admission is based on professional work experience and individual
performance in interview.

Application Fee:
Registration Fee: USD 20 (Non-refundable) Admission Fee: USD 200 (Non-refundable, payable upon admission) Refundable Security Deposit: USD 200 (25% will be deducted for SAU Alumni Fee)

Educational Qualification:
Master's Degree. 

Steps to Apply:
Interested candidates can apply online through official web portal.
Browse the Apply link.
Click on the Apply link.
Complete the online application form with accurate details.
Submit your application with all documents.
Receive confirmation Email or SMS and track your application status online.

Important Dates:
Last Date: 10 April, 2026
Release of Admit Cards: 20 April, 2026
Conduct of Entrance Test: 25 & 26 April 2026
Interviews for PhD Candidates: 1 June- 5 June 2026
Result Declaration of PhD programmes: 11th June 2026

Important Links:

Address / Venue: 
South Asian University.

About University: 
South Asian University (SAU) is a pioneering institution created through the joint initiative of the eight SAARC
nations: Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka. Conceived at the 13th
SAARC Summit in Dhaka in 2005, SAU aims to pool regional resources to provide cutting-edge knowledge and
nurture regional consciousness. The academic journey of the University began in 2010 with the admission of its first batch of students. 

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