To pursue a Ph.D. (Doctor of Philosophy) degree at Rajiv Gandhi College of Food Technology Parbhani, candidates must meet certain eligibility criteria. Applicants should possess a Master's degree in a relevant field from a recognized university, with a minimum aggregate score of 55% (or an equivalent grade). Additionally, candidates must have qualified in a national-level entrance examination, such as the UGC-NET, CSIR-NET, or GATE, or have obtained an M.Phil. degree. A relaxation of 5% is provided for candidates belonging to reserved categories as per government norms. Furthermore, applicants are required to submit a research proposal highlighting their area of interest and potential research objectives, along with their application. Successful candidates will be selected based on their performance in the entrance examination and interview conducted by the college.