This section provides all essential academic resources, guidelines, and forms for students currently enrolled in PhD programs at IPR under HBNI. Please check this page regularly for updates on schedules, deadlines, and new notifications.
Resources for Current Students
HBNI Guidelines & Regulations
All PhD students must complete a minimum of 32 credit hours of course work in the first two years. A minimum CGPA of 6.5 (on a 10-point scale) is required to proceed to thesis registration. Course work includes core courses, electives, and a seminar course.
After successful completion of course work, students submit a thesis proposal to the Doctoral Committee. Following approval, formal registration with HBNI is completed. This typically happens at the end of Year 2.
Every registered student must submit a six-monthly progress report to their Doctoral Committee. The committee meets every 6 months to review progress. Students who do not meet milestones receive a warning and may be put on probation.
PhD students are entitled to 30 days of casual leave per year as per HBNI rules. Prior approval from the supervisor and academic coordinator is required. Maternity/paternity leave is provided as per Government of India norms.
Academic Milestones & Checklist
1
Course Work Completion
Complete all required courses with minimum CGPA 6.5 within first two years. Grades submitted to HBNI by end of Year 2.
2
Comprehensive Examination
Written and oral examination on the chosen research area, conducted by Doctoral Committee after course work completion.
3
Thesis Registration
Submit research proposal. Formal registration with HBNI upon Doctoral Committee approval. Minimum residence: 3 years post-registration.
4
Six-Monthly Progress Reports
Mandatory progress presentations to Doctoral Committee every six months. Reports filed on the HBNI portal.
5
Pre-Submission Seminar
Open seminar presenting complete research findings before final thesis submission. At least 6 months before submission.
6
Thesis Submission
Submit bound thesis to HBNI along with anti-plagiarism certificate (similarity < 10%) and publication list.
7
Viva-Voce
Open defense before the Doctoral Committee and external examiners. Degree awarded after successful defense and revision if any.
Downloadable Forms
| Form Name | Purpose | Format | Download |
|---|---|---|---|
| PhD Registration Form | Initial enrollment with HBNI | Download | |
| Six-Monthly Progress Report Template | Progress reporting to Doctoral Committee | DOCX | Download |
| Course Registration Form | Semester-wise course enrollment | Download | |
| Leave Application Form | Casual / Medical / Special leave | Download | |
| Thesis Submission Checklist | Pre-submission verification | Download | |
| Anti-Plagiarism Declaration | Required with thesis submission | Download | |
| NOC for Conference/Workshop | Approval for external academic events | Download |