KU Denies Irregularities in PhD Admissions:
Deans from multiple departments at Kakatiya University (KU) issued a joint statement in Hanamkonda, refuting allegations of irregularities in Ph.D. admissions. They asserted that the Ph.D. category-II admissions process was conducted transparently, adhering to reservation rules and merit criteria. The entrance exam key was publicly posted on Kakatiya University’s website for review and recommendations.
To maintain fairness and transparency, the interview process was recorded for the first time in the university’s history. Selection committees, consisting of experienced faculty members representing various categories, including SC, ST, BC, women, and differently-abled individuals, were formed.
However, some candidates who did not meet merit or reservation requirements allegedly made unfounded claims, engaged in disruptive behavior, and sought improper admissions. Some political party leaders reportedly joined forces with these candidates to exert pressure on authorities in an inappropriate manner.
The deans also suggested that retired (KU) Kakatiya University professors, part-time teachers, non-teaching staff, and a few executive council members were influencing candidates to create instability on campus for personal gain. They called on civil society and the public to acknowledge these realities and recognize the disruptive role of certain individuals in tarnishing Kakatiya University’s reputation.
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