Master of Philosophy (MPhil) & Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

Admission for Postgraduate Research Programme

Admission – 2026

NEW Applications are invited from qualified persons for MPhil & PhD Research Programmes

Application Closing Date 31 December 2026

Applications are invited from qualified persons for enrollment to the Master of Philosophy (MPhil) and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) research programmes offered by the Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Jaffna.

Applications are accepted for the approved disciplines listed below.

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PROGRAMMES

MPhil & PhD

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DURATION

MPhil – 2 / 3 Years
PhD – 3 / 4 Years

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MEDIUM

Tamil / English

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APPLICATION FEE

Rs. 3,500/-

⏳ Programme Duration

Full Time: MPhil – 02 years | PhD – 03 years

Part Time: MPhil – 03 years | PhD – 04 years

Medium of Instruction: Tamil / English

📚 Approved Fields of Study

🌱 Agriculture Related Fields

Agricultural Biology, Agronomy, Agricultural Chemistry, Agricultural Economics, Agricultural Engineering, Animal Science, Applied Economics, Biotechnology, Food Science, Plant Protection, Soil Science, Water Management

🎨 Arts Related Fields

Archaeology, Anthropology, Christian Civilization, Dance, Drama and Theatre Arts, Economics, English Language Teaching, Art History, Geography, Hindu Civilization, Hindu Philosophy, History, Linguistics, Media Studies, Music, Political Science, Saiva Siddhanta, Sanskrit, Sociology, Tamil

⚙️ Engineering Related Fields

Civil Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering

🌍 Environmental Related Field

Environmental Science

📊 Management Related Fields

Accounting, Business Technology Management, Financial Management, Human Resource Management, Information Technology for Management, Marketing

🧬 Medical Related Fields

Medical Parasitology, Medical Microbiology, Nursing, Pharmacy

🔬 Science Related Fields

Biochemistry, Botany, Chemistry, Computer Science, Fisheries Science, Information Communication Technology, Material Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Zoology, Physical Education

💰 Programme Fee Structure

Programme	Field	Total Fee	Deposit Included
MPhil	Social Science / Management	Rs. 390,000/-	Rs. 8,000/- Library Deposit – Refundable
MPhil	Pure / Applied Science	Rs. 450,000/-	Rs. 18,000/- Library & Lab Deposits – Refundable
PhD	Social Science / Management	Rs. 655,000/-	Rs. 8,000/- Library Deposit – Refundable
PhD	Pure / Applied Science	Rs. 740,000/-	Rs. 18,000/- Library & Lab Deposits – Refundable

💡 Fees may be paid in installments: MPhil – 3 installments | PhD – 4 installments.

📝 Application Fee & Payment

The application fee is Rs. 3,500/- per application form.

The payment receipt must be submitted together with the application form.

💳 Payment Methods

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Counter Payment

For local candidates, payment can be made at any People’s Bank branch island-wide using the usual deposit slip.

MPhil
Reference: 42675036 – 23701477
Amount: Rs. 3,500/-

PhD
Reference: 42675036 – 23601487
Amount: Rs. 3,500/-

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Foreign Candidates

Bank: People’s Bank, Sri Lanka

Branch Code: 162

SWIFT: PSBKLKLX

Account Name: University of Jaffna

Account No: 162100310000891

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Online Payment

Payment can be made through the official University online payment system.

Available for both Local and Foreign payments.

💳 MAKE ONLINE PAYMENT

Proof of online payment must be submitted with the application.

📋 Application & Submission Instructions

Obtain the prescribed application form from the Faculty of Graduate Studies or download it from the Faculty website.
Pay the required Rs. 3,500/- application fee and keep the payment receipt.
Attach the payment receipt to the completed application form.
Complete all required sections clearly and accurately.
Submit the duly completed application by registered post or by hand during office hours.
The research programme applied for should be clearly indicated as “Application for MPhil / PhD – 2026” on the top left-hand corner of the envelope.

⚠️ Important Information

Please Note

Incomplete or illegible applications will not be considered.
Applicants will be selected based on the availability of a supervisor in the particular field or discipline of research.
Selection may also depend on the availability of required laboratory facilities.
Applications submitted after 31 December 2026 will not be entertained.

📑 Application & Important Documents

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MPhil & PhD Advertisement / Instructions

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Application Form – 2026

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Eligibility Requirements for MPhil & PhD

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Guidance for Payment