To be eligible for the Ph.D. (Doctor of Philosophy) degree program at Nehru Arts & Science College Kasaragod, applicants must meet certain criteria. Firstly, candidates should have a Master's degree in a relevant field from a recognized university. Additionally, they should have obtained a minimum of 55% marks or an equivalent grade in their postgraduate studies. Furthermore, applicants must clear the entrance examination conducted by the college, which may be followed by an interview. It is also essential for candidates to submit a research proposal outlining their intended area of study. Finally, candidates with a valid score in national level eligibility tests such as UGC-NET/JRF, CSIR-NET/JRF, or GATE may be given preference during the selection process.