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Appendix-I

DIT UNIVERSITY, DEHRADUN


APPLICATION FOR CHANGE OF SUPERVISOR/CO-SUPERVISOR
1. Name of the Research Scholar ______________________________________
2. Address ______________________________________
3. Date of the Programme ______________________________________
4. Date of admission ______________________________________
5. Date of research registration ______________________________________
6. Name of existing Supervisor with ______________________________________
designation and address ______________________________________
7. Name of the new Supervisor or ______________________________________
Co-Supervisor with designation ______________________________________
and address ______________________________________

(Bio-data of New Supervisor (s) with relevant documents to be enclosed)

I hereby accept to work under the new Supervisor / Co-Supervisor and I understand that any
further request for change of Supervisor / Co-Supervisor will not be permitted by the University.

Signature: ………………………………….

Name: ………………………………………
(Research Scholar)

I have No Objection for change I accept to act as Supervisor


of Supervisor

Signature of existing Supervisor with seal Signature of New Supervisor with seal

I have No Objection for change of Co- I accept to act as Co-Supervisor


Supervisor

Signature with existing Co-Supervisor Signature of existing Co-Supervisor


with seal with seal

Remarks by RDC:
Signature of Chairman RDC
Appendix -II
DIT UNIVERSITY, DEHRADUN
APPLICATION FOR CHANGE OF TITLE/ TOPIC
1. Name of the Research Scholar ______________________________________
2. Address ______________________________________
Admission/ Registration No. ______________________________________
3. Name of the Program ______________________________________
4. Date of admission ______________________________________
5. Date of research registration ______________________________________
6. Name of Supervisor with ______________________________________
designation and Address ______________________________________
7. Name of the Co-Supervisor with ______________________________________
designation and Address (if any) ______________________________________
8. Title of the approved research ______________________________________
Topic ______________________________________
9. Progress of Research work completed ______________________________________
10. Title of new research topic ______________________________________

I hereby understand that any further change of research Title/ Topic will not be permitted by the
University.

Signature: ………………………………..

Name: …………………………………….
(Research Scholar)

Signature with seal: ……………………… Signature with seal: ……………………

Name: ……………………………………. Name: ……………………………………


(Co- Supervisor) (Supervisor)

Remarks by RDC:
Appendix -III
A Thesis

on

TOPIC

Submitted for the award of Degree of

DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY

in

Name of the Discipline

Submitted By

Name of Research Scholar

Under the Supervision of

Name of the Supervisor(s)

(with Designation and affiliation)

DIT UNIVERSITY, DEHRADUN, INDIA

Month & Year

(of Thesis submission)


Appendix -IV

DIT UNIVERSITY, DEHRADUN

UNDERTAKING

This is to certify that the Thesis entitled


“………………………………………….” in partial fulfillment of the
requirement for the award of the Degree of Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
in……………………………, submitted to DIT University, Dehradun,
Uttarakhand, India, is an authentic record of bonafide research work I have
carried out. The matter embodied in this Thesis has not been submitted for the
award of any other degree/diploma elsewhere.

The assistance and help received during the course of this investigation have
been acknowledged.

Signature: ……………………

Name: ……………………..…
(Research Scholar)
Roll No: ..……………..………..
Date:
Place: Dehradun
Appendix -V
DIT UNIVERSITY, DEHRADUN

CERTIFICATE

This is to certify that the Thesis entitled


“………………………………………….” in partial fulfillment of the
requirement for the award of the Degree of Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
in……………………………, submitted to DIT University, Dehradun,
Uttarakhand, India, is an authentic record of bonafide research work carried out
by Mr./Ms.………………………………………Roll No.…………………..under
my supervision and guidance. The matter embodied in this Thesis has not been
submitted for the award of any other degree/diploma elsewhere.

The assistance and help received during the course of this investigation have
been acknowledged.

Signature: ……………………

Name: ……………………..…
(Supervisor)

Date:
Place: Dehradun
Appendix -VI
DIT UNIVERSITY, DEHRADUN

CERTIFICATE

This is to certify that the Thesis entitled “……………………………………….”


in partial fulfillment of the requirement for the award of the Degree of Doctor of
Philosophy(Ph.D.) in……………………………, submitted to DIT University,
Dehradun, Uttarakhand, India, is an authentic record of bonafide research
work carried out by Mr./Ms.………………………………………Roll
No.…………………..under my supervision and guidance. The matter embodied
in this Thesis has not been submitted for the award of any other degree/diploma
elsewhere.

The assistance and help received during the course of this investigation have
been acknowledged.

Signature: ……………………

Name: ……………………..…
(Co-Supervisor)

Date:
Place: Dehradun

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Supervisors must provide a certification that confirms the thesis is an authentic record of bonafide research work carried out by the scholar and that the thesis matter has not been submitted for the award of any other degree or diploma elsewhere. This certificate must include the supervisor's signature and name, affirming their guidance in the research .

Researchers at DIT University are required to acknowledge any assistance and help received during their research investigation in their thesis. This is an ethical obligation to give credit to all who contributed to the research process, helping maintain transparency and integrity in academic work .

DIT University requires a certificate that states the thesis is an authentic record of bonafide research work carried out by the research scholar and that the content has not been submitted for the award of any other degree or diploma elsewhere. This authenticity is certified by the signatures of the supervisor and co-supervisor .

The application process mandates documented consent from current and new supervisors and the scholar, along with RDC remarks. This reflects DIT University's commitment to structure and accountability, ensuring that all stakeholders are informed and agree to the changes, thus maintaining the integrity and continuity of the research .

The Research Degree Committee (RDC) plays a crucial role in maintaining the academic integrity and quality of research work. In the process of changing a research topic or supervisor, the RDC provides remarks that essentially assess the justifications and implications of changes being proposed. This ensures that changes do not compromise the research quality or the scholar's progress .

A research scholar's acceptance is crucial because it signifies their voluntary agreement to the new supervisory arrangement, ensuring that the scholar retains autonomy over their research direction. It protects against potential conflicts or dissatisfaction that might affect the scholar's motivation and academic performance .

Scholars might face challenges like decreased research flexibility, which can limit the ability to adapt to evolving academic interests or external factors affecting their research. This policy might also increase pressure to make the right choices early in the process, potentially causing additional stress and reluctance to explore innovative research directions if significant changes become necessary later .

To change a research title or topic, a scholar must complete an application form listing details such as current research progress and the new proposed topic. This documentation is significant as it provides a clear and formal record of the rationale for the change and ensures all parties understand the scholar's research direction .

A research scholar requesting a change of supervisor at DIT University must fill out the 'Application for Change of Supervisor/Co-Supervisor' form. This form requires the signatures and seals of the existing supervisor, co-supervisor, and the new supervisor or co-supervisor to indicate their acceptance or no-objection to the change. The scholar also must acknowledge that further requests for such changes will not be permitted .

Not allowing multiple changes of supervisor or research topic enforces stability and continuity in the research process, which are critical for academic success and timely completion of the research. It encourages scholars to make thoughtful initial decisions regarding their research path and aides in maintaining the rigor and focus of the research plan .

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