University of Kashmir V PhD Entrance Test 2025 Announced: Exam Date, Admit Card Release, Venue & Complete Guidelines
The University of Kashmir has officially issued the notification for the Visvesvaraya PhD (V PhD) Entrance Test 2025 under the Visvesvaraya PhD Scheme in the discipline of Electronics and Information Technology. The notification has been released by the Directorate of Admissions & Competitive Examinations (DACE), University of Kashmir, on December 17, 2025. Candidates who have already applied for this prestigious doctoral programme are advised to carefully go through the examination schedule, admit card instructions, and other important guidelines mentioned in the notice.
The Visvesvaraya PhD Programme is a highly competitive and nationally recognized research initiative supported by the Government of India. It aims to promote advanced research and innovation in Electronics System Design, Manufacturing, and Information Technology. The University of Kashmir is among the select institutions participating in this scheme, offering quality research opportunities to eligible scholars.
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V PhD Entrance Test 2025: Key Highlights
University Name: University of Kashmir
Programme Name: Visvesvaraya PhD (V PhD)
Subject Area: Electronics & Information Technology
Scheme Name: Visvesvaraya PhD Scheme
Exam Type: Entrance Test
Conducting Authority: Directorate of Admissions & Competitive Examinations (DACE)
Mode of Examination: Offline (Pen and Paper)
V PhD Entrance Test Date, Time & Venue
As per the official notification issued by the University of Kashmir, the V PhD Entrance Test 2025 will be conducted on December 26, 2025 (Friday). The examination will begin at 02:30 PM. The venue for the entrance test is the Main Campus, University of Kashmir, Hazratbal, Srinagar. Candidates are advised to reach the examination centre well before the reporting time, as late entry will not be permitted under any circumstances.
Admit Card Download Details
The admit cards for the V PhD Entrance Test 2025 will be issued online only. The university will not send any hard copies of the admit card by post or through any other offline mode. Candidates must download and print their admit cards from the official websites of the University of Kashmir.
The admit card download will begin from December 22, 2025, after 02:00 PM. Candidates can access their admit cards from www.kashmiruniversity.net or www.kashmiruniversity.ac.in. To log in and download the admit card, candidates will need their Application Form Number and Date of Birth as mentioned in the application form.
Important Instructions for Candidates
Candidates must strictly follow all instructions issued by the University of Kashmir. Entry to the examination hall will close 10 minutes before the commencement of the test, and no candidate will be allowed entry after that time. On the day of the examination, candidates must carry a printed copy of the admit card along with a valid government-issued photo identity proof such as Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, Passport, or Driving License. Failure to produce these documents may result in denial of entry to the examination centre.
Candidates are also required to maintain discipline inside the examination hall and follow all instructions given by the invigilators. Any form of unfair means, impersonation, or misconduct will lead to immediate disqualification and further action as per university rules.
Who Should Appear for the Exam
Only those candidates who have successfully applied for admission to the Visvesvaraya PhD Programme 2025 under the Electronics and Information Technology discipline and whose applications have been accepted by the University of Kashmir are eligible to appear for the entrance test. Applicants are advised to regularly visit the official university websites for any updates, corrections, or changes related to the examination.
Websites
Candidates can download their admit cards from either of the following official websites:
Official Notification Details
Notification Number: F DACE (VPHD-Elx) KU/25
Date of Issue: December 17, 2025
Issued By: Director, Directorate of Admissions & Competitive Examinations, University of Kashmir
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Candidates are strongly advised to download their admit cards well in advance, verify all personal and examination details carefully, and reach the examination venue on time to avoid any last-minute inconvenience.