DEEN DAYAL UPADHYAYA

GORAKHPUR UNIVERSITY
(ACCREDITED A++ BY NAAC)

Ph.D Admission Brochure (2023-24)

Admission Portal Civil Lines, Gorakhpur (U.P.) - 273009 [INDIA]
 Ph.D
ADMISSION INFORMATION BROCHURE

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 EMBLEM
The University emblem consisting of two concentric circles, with the inner circle divided into
two halves, one half showing the rising sun the other depicting the waters and a hundred
petalled lotus emanating there from symbolises the biunity of knowledge and action, whole
and part and time eternity. The Rigvedic hymn in the space between the upper
circumferences of the two circles is a prayer to all powers auspicious, and an invocation of
all intentions noble, all actions good and all wisdom serene.

The circle, the sun, the waters and the lotus in the emblem are all archetypes of wholeness.
The mandala is a familiar motive of Indian art and iconography. The vedic supernal sun and
the surface of the mythic lotus are circular in shape (mandalakara).

The supernal sun is verily the Person (Purusha) the Divine Being, the all-whole, divided into
four part, one representing the three worlds of earth. sky and space (bhutani) and the
remaining three, that is the major part representing Heaven and Immortality (amritam divi).
II is this all-whole (akhanda mandalakaram) that the part (ams'a), that is man, perennially
craves to unite with, through right knowledge and right action (Karatub).

The vedic hymn then expresses nothing more nor less than the universal human yearning
for right knowledge, right intentions and right action (bhadrah kratavo) to come to him from
all cosmic and supra cosmic corners. And it is this ideal of right intention that they seek to
inculcate among their alumni.

The lotus is again the seat and seed-bed, in Indian mythology, of the goddess of knowledge
(saraswati). The waters are the ultimate source from which all manifestations proceed and
are appropriately depicted in myth and art as the residue(shesha), the irreducible unknown
and unshown to which everything known and shown can be reduced. The residue (shesha)
is analogically the non-residual (ashesha), the endless whole(ananta).

The traditional art motifs reproduced in the emblem only intend

to express and reinforce the symbolism of the vedic hymn
which our founding fathers had rightly selected as our motto.

- Vishwambhar Nath Tripathi

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 MESSAGE
I welcome you all on the occasion of the commencement of the admission process for the
session 2023-24 at Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Gorakhpur University, Gorakhpur.

The university, continuously moving towards excellence since its inception, has earned a
great reputation at the national and international level due to its invaluable treasure of
excellent teachers, hardworking officers, employees and extremely talented students.

The university has also had the good fortune of seeing many of its teachers being felicitated
with many honours including Padma Samman and Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar Award . Many
teachers and students here have adorned high academic, literary, scientific and political
positions in the country.

Being rated as the highest A++ category institution by the National Assessment and
Accreditation Council (NAAC), the university has made its place in various prestigious
ranking lists at the global level. The university has also recently been selected for the PM -
Usha Yojana for conducting quality research.

Recently, Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Gorakhpur University is recognised as Category-1

University by University Grants Commission (UGC), a remarkable achievement for our
commitment to strive towards excellence in quality research, innovation and education.

We are moving ahead as an excellent educational institution that, in line with the objectives
of the National Education Policy 2020, by enabling our students to explore their talents in
cultural, social and sports fields also along with their studies, research and innovation.

I invite you to join us on this journey to achieve this goal.

With Best Wishes,

Prof. Poonam Tandon
Vice Chancellor

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 ABOUT US
Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Gorakhpur University, founded in 1957, is the first university in
Uttar Pradesh to emerge as a leading higher-studies centre after Independence. It has
earned an A++ accreditation from NAAC for its relentless pursuit of its motto, “Let the noble
thoughts come to us from all directions,” which reflects its openness to diverse
perspectives, cultures, and values in its academic and organizational spheres.

The university bears the name of the eminent political philosopher, Pandit Deen Dayal
Upadhyaya. It is situated in Gorakhpur, where it draws inspiration from the spiritual,
philosophical, patriotic, and philanthropic heritage of Gautam Buddha, Sant Kabir, Guru
Gorakshnath, Bismil, Hanuman Prasad Poddar, and the world-famous Gita Press.

The university spans 190.96 acres and comprises of eight faculties with forty departments
that have been instrumental in providing holistic education to the people of Eastern Uttar
Pradesh, Western Bihar, and Nepal since its inception. As a residential-cum-affiliating
State University with academic jurisdiction over three districts of Eastern Uttar Pradesh, it
boasts of a rich academic legacy, distinguished alumni, competent, qualified, and
committed faculty members, transparent and efficient administrative system, ample
career growth opportunities, advanced research facilities, and a lively and secure campus.

The university has more than 12,000 enrolled students, of whom more than 50% are
women. It has successfully implemented a range of innovative schemes and programs to
impart holistic education to its students.
The university is renowned nationwide for its quality research, outstanding teaching and
learning processes, national and international awards, sports activities and achievements,
involvement in outreach and extension activities, strong student support system,
placements in reputed government and private organizations; and transparent and
effective governance.

The university is furnished with facilities such as an automated Central Library, ICT-
enabled classrooms, state-of-the-art laboratories, an Incubation centre, Health Centre,
separate hostels for men and women, facilities for sports and games, an environment-
friendly campus, a gender-sensitive environment, and a ragging-free atmosphere.
The university aims to excel as a University of Excellence in the near future by blending
value-based ethical education with modern scientific education and advancing on the
path of academic progress, contributing to the social, economic, political, cultural, and
educational development of the region.

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 VISION
To be an institution of academic excellence, generate knowledge through research by
integrating local wisdom with global expertise, nurture talent and promote intellectual
growth in keeping with the University motto of “आ नो भद्राः क्रतवो यन्तु विश्वतः” (Let noble thoughts
come to me from all directions) and serve humanity with a commitment towards social,
economic, cultural and spiritual development of society and the nation.

MISSION
To provide the students with an academically congenial and safe environment
conducive to their holistic development.
To achieve and ensure intellectual excellence through effective teaching, latest
research and relevant co-curricular activities.
To equip the students with academic and professional skills, ethical values and
leadership qualities to enable them to contribute towards social, regional and national
development.
To sensitize the University fraternity to the needs of the region through knowledge-
transfer and outreach programmes.
To strive towards the optimum use of available resources in making the campus
sustainable, clean, green and eco-friendly.
To promote the principles of social, cultural and religious co-existence among the
students, faculty members, administrative officers and ministerial staff of the University.

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 Notification
Entrance Test 2023
Only those Candidates can appear in this Ph.D entrance test who have completed their
post-graduation on or before 2023.

Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Gorakhpur University, Gorakhpur hereby invites online application
for admission to Ph.D programme for Regular , Part time and International research scholar
from eligible candidates for the academic session 2023-2024. Details related to
admission, programmes, Ph.D entrance test schedule and eligibilities are available on the
website www.ddugu.ac.in. Candidates desirous of admission are advised to keep
checking the above-mentioned website regularly for authentic information related to
admission.

IMPORTANT DATES

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 Eligibility for Admission
A 1-year/2-semester master's degree programme after a 4-year/8-semester bachelor’s
degree programme or a 2-year/4-semester master’s degree programme after a 3-year
bachelor’s degree programme or qualifications declared equivalent to the master’s
degree by the corresponding statutory regulatory body, with at least 55% marks in
aggregate or its equivalent grade in a point scale wherever grading system is followed.
Or
equivalent qualification from a foreign educational institution accredited by an
assessment and accreditation agency which is approved, recognized or authorized by
an authority, established or incorporated under a law in its home country or any other
statutory authority in that country to assess, accredit or assure quality and standards of
the educational institution.
CBCS Post Graduate Programmes Offered
A relaxation of 5% marks or its equivalent grade would be allowed for those belonging to
SC/ST/OBC (non-creamy layer)/Differently-Abled, Economically Weaker Section (EWS)
and other categories of candidates as per the decision of the UGC from time to time.

Provided that a candidate seeking admission after a 4-year/8-semester bachelor’s

degree programme should have a minimum of 75% marks in aggregate or its equivalent
grade on a point scale wherever the grading system is followed. A relaxation of 5%
marks or its equivalent grade may be allowed for those belonging to SC/ST/OBC (non-
creamy layer)/Differently-Abled, Economically Weaker Section (EWS) and other
categories of candidates as per the decision of the UGC from time to time.

Candidates who have completed the M.Phil. programme with at least 55% marks in
aggregate or its equivalent grade in a point scale wherever grading system is followed
or equivalent qualification from a foreign educational institution accredited by an
assessment and accreditation agency which is approved, recognized or authorized by
an authority, established or incorporated under a law in its home country or any other
statutory authority in that country to assess, accredit or assure quality and standards of
educational institutions, shall be eligible for admission to the Ph.D. programme. A
relaxation of 5% marks or its equivalent grade would be allowed for those belonging to
SC/ST/OBC (non-creamy layer)/Differently-Abled, Economically Weaker Section (EWS)
and other categories of candidates as per the decision of the UGC from time to time.

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 Modes of Ph.D. Programme
Categories of the Ph.D. Programme and Admission Process
A candidate admitted to the Ph.D. Programme in a Department shall be classified under
any one of the following categories:

(a) Full-time Research Scholar

(b) Part-time Research Scholar (super-numeric under Professors and Associate
Professor only). Enrolment of only one part-time research scholar will be allowed under a
Faculty in an academic year.
(c) International Research Scholar

No research scholar shall be permitted to take admission to any other degree/courses

during entire period of research.

Full-time Research Scholar

Full-time research scholar shall not accept, any paid assignment other than research
fellowship, research assistantship etc. during the period of research. The full-time
research scholars shall be regular students of the University irrespective of whether the
Research Supervisor is from the University or from an affiliated college. However,
regular teachers of the Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Gorakhpur University, Gorakhpur or from
affiliated colleges (aided or self-financed) of the Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Gorakhpur
University, Gorakhpur will be allowed to receive salary payment from their parent
institutions. They will be required to be present for the entire period of Course Work. For
the remaining period of the programme, their attendance either at their respective
parent institution or at their respective Department of the University will be accepted.

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Part-time Research Scholar:
Part-time Ph.D. will be allowed provided all the conditions mentioned in the existing
Ph.D. regulations are met. A candidate shall be considered as part-time Research
Scholar if he/she is employed and has submitted No Objection Certificate from the
Head of the Institutions/Organizations where he/she is employed. The part-time
research scholar shall stay at the place of research work for a minimum of 90 days
(residence period) during the entire period of research work and shall give an
undertaking to this effect at the time of registration. No fellowship/scholarship shall be
paid to the part-time Ph.D. students through any source.
A candidate who is being registered as part-time Ph.D. scholar must have at least five
years of continuous service experience at a senior level (interpretation of the Vice
Chancellor in this regard shall be final) in a recognized educational institution,
Government; State Government (s); Armed Forces; PSUs or Corporations listed in BSE or
NSE. Candidate must submit a certificate in this regard to the DRC.
The University shall obtain a “No Objection Certificate” through the candidate for a part-
time Ph.D. programme from the appropriate authority in the organization where the
candidate is employed, clearly stating that:
- The candidate is permitted to pursue studies on a part-time basis.
- His/her official duties permit him/her to devote sufficient time for research.
- If required, he/she will be relieved from the duty to complete the course work.
The selection of candidates for part-time Ph.D. programme shall be based on a separate
test. 70% weight shall be given to a write up of 1000 words submitted by the applicant
and 30% weight to the Work Experience; Academic Index; and performance in the
interview.
The Departmental Research Committee (DRC) shall be required to propose the names of
such scholar (a maximum 03 times the declared number of seats) and seek final
approval from the Vice Chancellor.
Any matter related to part-time Ph.D., where the ordinances are silent shall be decided
by the Vice Chancellor.
A candidate who is being registered as part time Ph.D. research scholar must have at
least five years of continuous service experience in prestigious organizations. Candidate
must submit the certificate in this regard to the DRC at the time of Interview.
The Departmental Research Committee (DRC) shall be required to seek final decision
and approval of the Vice-Chancellor in case of admission of Part-time research scholars.
The part-time research scholars are also required to present their progress report duly
signed by Research Supervisor before the Research Advisory Committee (RAC) every six
months.
Full time research scholars who are selected on a permanent post may be permitted to
continue as Part-Time Research Scholar after paying the additional fees provided all
other rules would be applicable to him / her as applicable to Part-Time category subject
to approval by DRC and Vice Chancellor. Such candidate must have completed at least
two years in the university.

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International Research Scholar

Each supervisor can guide up to two international research scholars on a

supernumerary basis over and above the permitted number of Ph.D. scholars as
specified in clause 5.4(c) of Ph.D ordinance

The University will decide its own selection procedure for Ph.D. admission of
international students keeping in view the guidelines/norms in this regard issued
by statutory/regulatory bodies concerned from time to time.

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 Process of Selection/Admission

(A) Full time research scholar

The final selection of candidates for Ph.D. Programme through RET shall be based on
70% weightage in the entrance test (RET) and 30% to the performance in interview. In the
interview, candidates are required to discuss their research interest/area through a
presentation before the DRC and the following points should be ensured:

1. The candidate possesses the competence for the proposed research.

2. The research work can be suitably undertaken at the University.
3. The proposed area of research shall contribute to new/addition of knowledge.

The paper of the Entrance Test (RET) shall consist of 50% of research methodology and
50% of subject specific questions.
In case of a foreign nationals, weather self-financing or scholarship holder who is
admitted through the Embassy/High Commission of his/her country or admitted under
a MoU with foreign institutions are exempted from such RET and interview.
A candidate seeking admission to the Ph.D. Programme , shall be required to have
secured:
(a) At least 50 % marks in Research Entrance Test (RET) in case of general Candidates.
or
(b) At least 45% marks in Research Entrance Test (RET) in case of reserved categories (SC,
ST, OBC, EWS, PWD). Reservation policies shall be applicable as per regulation of
Government of India and Government of Uttar Pradesh and as per the Minimum Standards
and Procedure for the Award of M.Phil./Ph.D. Degrees) Regulations, 2022.

A candidate, seeking admission to the Ph.D. Programme through RET, shall be required
to appear in an interview before the DRC for further assessment as part of the second
step of admission.
The final merit of admission in Ph.D. programme shall be as follows:
Total Marks= Marks Secured in RET + Marks Secured in Interview/viva-voce Performance.

(B) Part-time research scholar

The selection of candidates for part-time Ph.D programme shall be based on a separate
test. 70% weightage shall be given to a write-up of 1000 words submitted by the applicant
and 30% weightage to the work experience, Academic Index and performance in the
interview.

(C) International research scholar

Such candidates should contact the International Cell through the link given on Admission
Portal of the University.

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 Duration for Ph.D Programme

Ph.D. Programme shall be for a minimum duration of three years, including course work,
and a maximum duration of six years from the date of admission to the Ph.D.
programme. Date of admission would be reckoned w.e.f. the date of first Fee Receipt.

After completion of six years, the Vice-Chancellor may grant a further extension of
maximum of an additional two years for the submission of the thesis through a process
of re-registration, in view of the application with reasons duly submitted for the same by
the candidate concerned for which the candidate shall apply giving the reasons due to
which he/she was not able to submit the thesis. The candidates’ application in this
regard should be duly forwarded and recommended by the RAC & Departmental
Research Committee (hereinafter referred to as DRC). However, the total period for
completion of a Ph.D. programme should not exceed eight years from the date of
admission in the Ph.D. programme.

Female Ph.D. scholars and Persons with Disabilities (having more than 40% disability)
may be allowed an additional relaxation of two years; however, the total period for
completion of a Ph.D. programme in such cases should not exceed ten years from the
date of admission in the Ph.D. programme. The candidate’s application in this regard
should be moved well in advance to completion of eight years and duly forwarded and
recommended by RAC and DRC.

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 Ph.D. Programme fees Structure

(Figures in Rupees)

Note:
1. From the 6th semester onwards the fee structure per semester remains the same.
2. Regular Fee structure is applicable for regular research students & regular teachers of
DDU Gorakhpur University and its affiliated colleges.

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 Research and Development Cell

The UGC launched an initiative to establish a Research and Development Cell (RDC) in HEIs
with the mandate for promoting quality research that contributes meaningfully towards the
goal of a self-reliant India ("Atma-Nirbhar Bharat"), aligned with the provisions of NEP-2020.
The RDC would help create a research ecosystem for reliable, impactful, and sustained
research output. The essential elements of such an ecosystem, viz., generation of
knowledge and facilitation of research, innovation, and technology development for
industrial & societal benefits, are addressed by human resource (researcher & faculty),
intellectual capital (knowledge& skills), governance (regulation & policies) and financial
resources (funding & grants). The Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Gorakhpur University, Gorakhpur
established the RDC on 03-12-2022 following the guidelines issued by UGC, India.

At present, Prof. Dinesh Yadav, Department of Biotechnology is Director of R & D Cell.

VISION

To coordinate and effectively manage research activities in the University and affiliated
colleges

MISION

To facilitate and contribute to research activities in all disciplines so that they can lead to
quality publications, innovations, research grants, and intellectual properties by faculty
members, students, and staff of the University. Further, strengthening of Academia-industry
collaborative research to address the local and regional problems.

OBJECTIVES

To identify the priority research areas based on the expertise available in the University.
To promote scientific temper in research.
To seek research grants from different funding agencies.
To provide adequate infrastructural support for conducting research activities.
To initiate collaborative research and accordingly sign MoUs with
Universities/Institutions of repute.
To frame the research policy of the University.
To provide adequate support for the protection of Intellectual Property resulting from
the research activities carried out in the University.
To monitor the research activities at regular time intervals.
Linking teaching-research-extension activities.

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 Glimpses of Research Excellence and Future Plans

University Highlights

258 in QS World University Rankings: Southern Asia 2024

Ranked in the Nature index
50 state-of-arts laboratories
4000+ scopus publication with h-index 73
200+ sponsored projects from various funding agencies
Sate of the art infrastructure, Laboratories and equipment
Collaboration with International and national Universities and student exchange
programme

Research Activities

Being acutely aware of the importance of interdisciplinary research to tackle scientific and
technical challenges in a global scenario, Our University is involved in the various
multidisciplinary research works to translate laboratory innovations to product /technology
development.

The need for universities to be comprehensive in its overall pursuit has been a key input in
DDUGU endeavours to engage in research, teaching, consultancy, training & community
outreach activities. DDUGU has engaged in meaningful research through its various centres,
which are undertaking research activities to enhance the quality of life & society.

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 Glimpses of Research Excellence and Future Plans

High End research facilities

The University has research labs in each department and is provided with workstations and
other special needs of the students are catered to at these labs.

The university has established different Centre of Excellence (CoE) supported by Uttar
Pradesh Higher Education Department, Lucknow. The department has it own Central
Instrumentation Facility (CIF) to boost R & D activities to improve the quality of research
publication for enhancing the ranking and brand image of the university.

The Centre facilitates the faculty members to successfully run the extramural research and
consultancy projects for generation of external funds for self-sustenance of Innovation
Centre.

Funding Highlights

Financial supports in the form of project from almost all the national funding agencies
like DST, UGC, CSIR, BRNS, DBT, UPCST etc.
Department has made significant and notable contributions in diverse fields such as
Physical, Chemical, Life Sciences, Ars and Humanities
Psychology Department is recognized as ASIHSS by UGC and supported DSA
Pilot Telemedicine Demonstration Project supported by DST, New Delhi

Centre of Excellence

The Centre of Excellence was established at DDUGU with support of Uttar Pradesh Higher
Education Department, Lucknow

1. Genomics and Bioinformatics

2. Religion and Tourism
3. Disaster Risk reduction in eastern Uttar Pradesh
4. Bio- Prospection of plants for food and medicine
5. General Relativity and cosmology

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 Glimpses of Research Excellence and Future Plans

Collaboration

DDUGU has emerged as a front runner in higher education and this has led to the
establishment of synergistic relationships with multinational giants, international universities
and research centres world-wide.

Memorandums of Understanding were signed with the following institutions and industries:

Lumbini Buddhist University, Lumbini Cultural Municipality, Lumbini Province, Nepal

Gandaki University, Nepal
Madhesh Agricultural University, Rajbiraj, Saptari, Madhesh Pradesh, Nepal
Pokhara University, Pokhara, Nepal
The Marian Foundation, Gorakhpur
Psyuni Institute of Psychology and Allied Sciences, Lucknow
SGBS Unnati Foundation (Unnati), Bengaluru
Twintech Engineering & Design Technology Pvt. Ltd. Bhubaneswar, Orissa
Construction Industry Development Council (CIDC)
ICAR-Indian Institute of vegetable research, Varanasi
India Glycols limited, GIDA
ICAR-National Research Centre for Banana (ICAR-NRCB) Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu
National Institute of Electronics & Information Technology
ICMR- Regional Medical Research Centre, Gorakhpur
Medha Learning Foundation, Lucknow
Emotion & Behavior Science Co.
Jaipuria Institute of Management, Lucknow
IIM Lucknow Enterprise Incubation Center
SGPGI Lucknow
Mahayogi Gorakhnath University, Gorakhpur
Mahayogi Gorahknath Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Gorakhpur
ARIES, Nainital
Divine Life Society, Shivanandnagar Tehri Garwal Uttarakhand
Uttar Pradesh State Disaster Management Authority (UP SDMA)
University Grants Commission (UGC), New Delhi
Technology Information, Forcecasting & Assessment (TIFAC), New Delhi
Municipal Corporation, Gorakhpur
Green Campus Initiative (GCI), Gorakhpur
Entrepreneurship Development Instistute of India (EDII), Ahmadabad
Centre for Land Warfare Studies (CLAWS), New Delhi
Botanical Survey of India, Kolkata
Hari Prasad Dubey scholarship

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 Research Publication

The University has published more than 4000 research and review article with total h-index
of 73 since its establishment.

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 VICE CHANCELLOR
Prof. Poonam Tandon

REGISTRAR
Prof. Shantanu Rastogi

FINANCE OFFICER
Shri Praveen Kumar Singh

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 ADMISSION CELL

DIRECTOR
Prof. Harsh Kumar Sinha

ADDITIONAL DIRECTOR ADDITIONAL DIRECTOR ADDITIONAL DIRECTOR ADDITIONAL DIRECTOR ADDITIONAL DIRECTOR
Prof. Sandeep Kumar Prof. Vijay Kumar Prof. Uday Singh Prof. Vijay Chahal Prof. Pratyoosh Dubey

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR ASSISTANT DIRECTOR ASSISTANT DIRECTOR ASSISTANT DIRECTOR ASSISTANT DIRECTOR ASSISTANT DIRECTOR
Dr. Deepa Srivastava Dr. Anshu Gupta Dr. Praveen Kumar Singh Dr. Ranjan Lata Dr. Pawan Kumar Dr. Alok Kumar

CENTRE FOR INFORMATION, PUBLICATION & PUBLIC RELATIONS

DIRECTOR DEPUTY DIRECTOR MEMBER MEMBER

Dr Mahendra Kumar Singh Deependra Mohan Singh Dr Abhishek Shukla Dr Garima Singh

[email protected]
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