Interview Dates Announced for October 22-24, Relief for 2009 Regulation Scholars
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Ranchi University has officially accelerated its doctoral admissions process, scheduling PhD viva-voce interviews across three consecutive dates starting October 22, 23, and 24, 2026. Prospective research scholars will appear for departmental interactions daily starting at 11:00 AM, with the university administration finalizing candidate lists to indicate specific attendance slots on the official institutional portal. Research Director Dr. MP Hasan confirmed that comprehensive candidate schedules are being uploaded online to ensure absolute transparency. In a major reprieve for senior scholars, the university has extended a dedicated window to candidates governed by the 2009 PhD Regulations, directing that lists of scholars who have successfully concluded their coursework or Departmental Research Committee (DRC) evaluations be transmitted to their respective postgraduate departments during the same October 22–24 window.
Coursework Timeline Finalized: Classes Begin January 2, 2027, as Departments Draft Syllabus
Following the completion of the admission interviews, the university has established a firm operational timeline for mandatory doctoral coursework:
Coursework Kickoff Date: Regular PhD coursework classes across all postgraduate teaching departments will officially commence on January 2, 2027.
Three-Paper Examination Structure: The academic framework comprises three core papers—Paper 1 will remain a standardized general research methodology module, while Paper 2 and Paper 3 will be specialized, subject-specific disciplines.
Syllabus Draft Requisition: The Research Directorate has formally written to the heads of all postgraduate departments, instructing them to formulate and submit draft syllabus frameworks for Papers 2 and 3 to finalize curriculum guidelines well before classes commence.
Cultural Extravaganza at Doranda College: 3-Day Youth Festival 'Hilor 2026' Commences
Alongside academic admission milestones, vibrant student engagement took center stage across Ranchi's collegiate network:
Inauguration of 'Hilor 2026': Doranda College, a premier constituent unit of Ranchi University, inaugurated its grand three-day cultural youth festival, Hilor 2026, on Tuesday, October 6, 2026.
Dignitaries in Attendance: Ranchi University Registrar Dr. Rajkumar Sharma attended the inaugural ceremonies as the chief guest, joined by Arts and Culture Director Dr. Anand Thakur as the special guest, alongside Professor-in-Charge Dr. Manju Lal, Dr. Shilpi Singh, Dr. Brajesh Kumar, and Dr. Malay Bharti.
Student-Driven Cultural Initiatives: Emphasizing creative expression, Dr. Anand Kumar Thakur announced that Ranchi University is actively institutionalizing youth platforms and urged student delegates to submit suggestions to the Directorate of Arts and Culture for upcoming event calendars.
High-Voltage Stage Events: 8 Music and Dance Showcases Unfold on Day One
The opening day of the festival witnessed competitive performances across fine arts, Indian heritage music, and classical dance genres:
Diverse Competition Genres: Over eight competitive categories were staged during the afternoon sessions, spanning light vocal solo, Western solo singing, Indian and Western group singing, folk orchestra, classical and Western solo instrumental music, classical dance, and regional tribal folk dance.
Adjudication Panel: Veteran evaluators Dr. Mrinal Pathak and Dr. Vipul Nayak served as principal judges for the musical performances, with organizational coordination handled by session heads Dr. Priya Kumari and Dr. Yugesh Kumar Mahato.
Faculty Participation: Academic dignitaries and organizing members, including Dr. Arvind Kumar, Prof. Mamta Priya Kujur, and media in-charge Awadhesh Kumar, supervised the cultural activities to ensure seamless execution across the college campus.
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