CUTN Ph.D. course work exam dates announced: 25 November to 05 December 2026

The Central University of Tamil Nadu (CUTN) has announced the examination dates for its Ph.D. Course Work, scheduled to be held from 25th November 2026 to 5th December 2026. The notification, bearing reference number CUTN/Exam/Ph. D Course Work/2021/288, was issued on 2nd November 2026 by the Controller of Examinations.

These examinations are a mandatory requirement for Research Scholars enrolled in the university’s doctoral programmes, which are offered in both full-time and part-time modes. The conduct of these examinations is in accordance with UGC/CUTN regulations and CUTN Ordinance No. 49(V).

Examination Schedule and Departmental Responsibilities

The Ph.D. Course Work Examinations will span a period of eleven days, commencing on 25th November 2026 and concluding on 5th December 2026. Research Supervisors, in conjunction with the approval of their respective Head of Departments, are tasked with preparing and releasing the detailed timetable for these examinations. It is also their responsibility to ensure that Research Scholars are informed about the timetable well in advance.

Also, Research Supervisors and Heads of Departments must verify that all Research Scholars fulfill the necessary conditions for appearing in the examination, including attendance requirements. A copy of the departmental timetable must be submitted to the Controller of Examinations.

Mark Submission and Regulatory Framework

Following the successful completion of the examinations, the marks obtained by Research Scholars must be submitted to the Office of the Controller of Examinations by 10th December 2026. The Examinations Section will provide a specific template for the mark statement, and marks submitted in any other proforma or format will not be accepted or considered.

The Ph.D. Programme Ordinance at CUTN is based on Sections 28(1), 28(2), and Statute 37(1) of The Central Universities Act, 2009. The notification regarding these examinations was circulated to all Dean of Schools, Head of the Departments, faculty members, Dean (Academics), PS to Vice Chancellor, PS to Registrar, and the IT Section, with the latter responsible for uploading the information to the university’s official website, cutn.ac.in.

About Central University of Tamil Nadu

The Central University of Tamil Nadu, established by an Act of Parliament in 2009, is located in Neelakudi, Thiruvarur, Tamil Nadu. The university operates from two campuses in Neelakudi and Nagakudi villages. It offers a range of academic programmes, including Postgraduate, Integrated MSc, and Doctoral Programmes across various disciplines.

For instance, the Department of Social Work, established in 2013, offers a Master of Social Work (MSW) program with specializations in Medical & Psychiatric Social Work, Community Development, and Human Resource Management. The university’s commitment to adhering to regulatory standards, as set by authorities like the UGC, underpins its academic and examination processes.

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