NTA PhD Entrance Exam Eligibility Criteria 2026

Candidates must have cleared their postgraduate or equivalent examination to be eligible for the NTA PhD Entrance Exam. Those appearing in the postgraduate or equivalent examination in the current academic year are also eligible to apply. The National Testing Agency does not impose any age limit for this exam. However, candidates must meet the age criteria specified by the university they wish to join. There is no restriction on the number of attempts for this exam.