Admission Open for PhD in Development Studies - Pokhara University

The Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences at Pokhara University has announced the opening of admissions for Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Development Studies. Eligible applicants from around the world are invited to apply. This program seeks candidates with strong academic backgrounds who are highly motivated, curious, and driven by a desire for intellectual excellence.

Key Details

• Application forms are available from July 16, 2025 (Ashad 32, 2082)
• Last Date for Application Form Submission: August 24, 2025 (Bhadra 8, 2082)
• Note: A total of 10 seats are available.

Eligibility

A master's degree in any field from any other recognized university, along with the following specific qualifications:

• Two years of working experience for those who have passed Master's Level with a 3.00/4.00 CGPA or a high Second Division (55%)
• One-year working experience for those who have passed Master's Level with a 3.30/4.00 CGPA or First Division
• There will be no requirement for working experience for those who have passed Master's Level with a 3.75/4.00 CGPA or Distinction Division.

Online Application

• Application form, formats for a statement of purpose (SoP), research synopsis, portfolio of work experience, letter of recommendation, no objection certificate, check-list for document submission, and information brochure can be downloaded from https://pu.edu.np/academic/faculties/fhss or obtained from the Office of the Dean, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, Pokhara University. 

Downloads

• Checklist for Document Submission.docx
• Statement of Purpose Format.docx
• Research Synopsis.docx
• Portfolio of Work Experience.docx
• Letter of Recommendation.docx
• No Objection Certificate.docx

For details, contact: 
Office of the Dean
Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, Pokhara University
Pokhara-30, Kaski, Nepal
Email: phd.fhss@pu.edu.np
Member Secretary, Faculty Doctoral Committee (9856021122)
Admission Staff (061-504078)