Permanent faculty members can guide PhD scholars during probation period: UGC clarifies

NEW DELHI: The University Grants Commission (UGC) has issued a clarification on the eligibility criteria for promotions under Career Advancement Scheme (CAS) in terms of guiding PhD scholars. The commission in a meeting made the clarification stating, "eligible permanent faculty members can guide PhD scholars during their probation period also."

UGC has requested all universities to adhere to CAS provision of promotion and comply with its decision. In a letter to all universities, Professor Manish Joshi, UGC secretary, stated: "This has reference to the queries from various stakeholders/universities seeking clarification with regard to the terms of eligibility criteria for guiding PhD scholars. In this connection, the UGC, in its 565th meeting held on January 20, 2023, discussed the eligibility criteria for guiding PhD scholars."

Earlier UGC clarifies eligibility criteria on the CAS provision of promotion regarding “evidence of having guided at least one PhD candidate" and "evidence of successfully guided doctoral candidate". The commission also resolved queries regarding the eligibility of promotions of university teachers.