PH.D PROGRAMME
As per the Tamilnadu Dr. M.G.R Medical University, Guindy, Chennai – 32, letter No Proc.No.ACI(3)/16000/2012 dated 17.04.2017, This Institute is offering Research programme which leading to the award of Ph. D degree (Click here to download Latest PhD Guidelines – 59th SAB) 
National Institute of Siddha is recognized by The T.N.Dr.M.G.R Medical University, Chennai for conducting Ph.D programme in Eight branches of Siddha specialty. Some of the faculty members are recognized as guide for Ph.D programme. Ministry of AYUSH, Govt. of India has sanctioned 16 research fellowship (i. e two for each department) with monthly stipend. Based on the availability of guide and the number of candidates for whom each guide could provide service, the M.D(S) qualified candidates will be selected by conducting entrance examination. The six specialties are…
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- Maruthuvam
- Gunapadam
- Kuzhandai Maruthuvam
- Noi Nadal
- Nanju Maruthuvam
- Pura Maruthuvam
- Varmam Maruthuvam
- Siddhar Yogam Maruthuvam
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DURATION OF THE PROGRAMME
The total duration of the Ph.D programme is three years. Under special circumstances, considering the importance of the work, Director, NIS, may extend the tenure of the Ph.D programme upon the recommendation of the Supervising Guide and also based on the rules and regulations of The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University, Chennai, in this regard from time-to time. The Ph.D Scholars can also be terminated from the programme at any time if the work and the conduct of the candidates are found to be unsatisfactory by the Competent Authority.
STIPEND
The Ph.D candidates will be paid a stipend of Rs. 50315 + DA for the First Year and Rs. 51990 + DA for the Second year, which may be revised from time-to-time as per the orders received from the Ministry of AYUSH. The stipend period will commence from July 1st or January 1st every year, based on their joining session, subject to the condition that the stipend will be disbursed only after the candidate obtains confirmation of his/her provisional registration from The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University, Chennai. The stipend will be released on the basis of the attendance certified by the respective Supervising Guide and/or Biometric attendance.
As per the extant rules, no stipend is admissible after 2 years. Stipend / Salary will not be admissible for regular in-service Faculty Members/Medical Officers of Central/State Government organizations who joins for Full Time Ph.D programme by availing study leave or scholarship/fellowship from other sources.
ELIGIBILITY
Candidates seeking admission to the Ph.D programme should have obtained a Post-Graduate Degree in Siddha, in the concerned subject under Indian Medicine Central Council Act, 1970.
AGE LIMIT
There is no age limit for eligible candidates
PATENT RIGHTS
The Patent rights obtained as an outcome of the research work will vest jointly with NIS Chennai, the Supervising Guide and the Candidate.
HOSTEL ACCOMMODATION
Hostel accommodation may be provided to the Ph.D scholars subject to availability.
HOW TO APPLY