Research Proposal Format

1)  Title of the Proposed Research Study for Ph. D:

Give proposed research title 

2)  Introduction for the Proposed Study:

Give a broad description of the topic. Explain important concepts in the study. 

3)  Review of Literature:

Describe briefly at least ten reviews of related researches done in your topic during the last 10-15 years.

4)  Statement of the Problem: State the rationale for carrying out the study. In other words, describe the gaps in information and work regarding the problem and state the justification for conducting the study. 

5)  Objectives: Delineate a few objectives of study (You may have two types of objectives if you desire): 

(i)     General Objectives

(ii)   Specific Objectives 

General objective is a broad area of study. General objective can be broken into three to four specific objectives based on various aspects of the study. 

6)  Hypothesis: Candidates need not propose Hypothesis if not relevant to his/her field of study (area/ discipline). 

7)   Methodology: The methodology should have the following components:

(i)            Type of study

(ii)          Area of study

(iii)         Universe and Sample

(iv)        Data Collection & proposed tools (specify details)

(v)          Data Analysis & Techniques to be applied (Specify details) 

8)      Pilot Study: Explain proposed Pilot Study to be undertaken for testing tools, techniques etc. 

9)      Limitations of the Study: Mention the limitation that you will face in carrying out research. 

10)  Significance of the Study: Explain the importance of research study you have proposed and its significance in the context of the area/ field of research proposal. 

11)  Bibliography

       Selected list of references should be mentioned.