Punjabi University, Patiala has announced Ph.D. admissions for the 2026-27 session. The last date to apply without a late fee for the regular Ph.D. program is August 21, 2026, and for the Ph.D. (Executive) program is November 10, 2026, via PUP Admissions.Important DatesRegular Ph.D. Last Date (Without Late Fee): 21-08-2026Regular Ph.D. Entrance Test: 30-08-2026 | Interview: 14-09-2026Ph.D. (Executive) Last Date (Without Late Fee): 10-11-2026Ph.D. (Executive) Entrance Test: 22-11-2026 | Interview: 07-12-2026Admission Categories & CriteriaCategory-1: Eligible for Ph.D. admission with JRF and appointment as Assistant Professor.Category-2: Eligible for Ph.D. admission without JRF and appointment as Assistant Professor.Category-3: Eligible for Ph.D. program admission only (not for JRF or Assistant Professor appointment).Direct Interviews: Candidates in Categories 1, 2, and 3 must appear for an interview on 14-09-2026 with original documents. GATE/GPAT qualified candidates are exempt from the entrance test.