To be eligible for the Ph.D. (Doctor of Philosophy) degree program at Rural Dental College Ahmednagar, candidates must fulfill certain criteria. Firstly, applicants must have completed a master's degree in Dentistry or a related field from a recognized university. Additionally, they should have obtained a minimum of 55% marks in their postgraduate studies. Prior research experience and publications in reputed journals will be advantageous. Candidates must also clear the entrance examination conducted by the college or qualify through national level tests like NET, GATE, or CSIR. Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview, where their research proposal and aptitude for research will be assessed. The final selection will be based on the candidate's overall academic performance, research potential, and interview performance.