The English and Foreign Languages University (EFLU) has issued an important notice regarding the semester fee payment for all PhD scholars (both regular and part-time), including fellowship holders. The semester fee payment for the academic batches is now migrated to the Samarth Portal as per details provided. Scholars must ensure payment is made before the due date to avoid late fees or cancellation of registration.
Key Dates for Fee Payment and Late Charges
| Last Date | Fine / Late Fee Charges |
|---|---|
| Up to 5 November 2026 | Nil |
| 6 to 16 November 2026 | 10% of the fee |
| 17 to 27 November 2026 | 20% of the fee |
| 28 November to 30 December 2026 | 30% of the fee |
Who Needs to Pay
All PhD scholars of EFLU (regular and part-time) including those holding fellowships are required to pay their semester fee via the Samarth Portal.
Central UniversityEnglish and Foreign Languages UniversityHyderabad, TelanganaAdmission: CUET UG, CUET PG, NET/JRFEst. 1958View detailsUOHNAAC A++
NIRF #18 (2025)University of HyderabadHyderabad, TelanganaAdmission: CUET UG, CUET PG, NET/JRFEst. 1974View detailsMANUUNAAC A++
NIRF 101-150Maulana Azad National Urdu UniversityHyderabad, TelanganaAdmission: CUET UG, CUET PG, NET/JRFEst. 1998View detailsSSCTU
Central UniversitySammakka Sarakka Central Tribal UniversityMulugu, TelanganaAdmission: CUET UG, CUET PG, NET/JRFEst. 2023View detailsFee Structure
Semester fees vary depending on the batch and category of the scholar. Fees are categorized for Gen/EWS/OBC/WDP, SC/ST, and PwBD categories.
- Batch 2020-21 (XII semester): Rs. 3,355 (Gen/EWS/OBC/WDP), Rs. 1,740 (SC/ST), Rs. 140 (PwBD)
- Batch 2020-21 (XI semester): Rs. 3,815 (Gen/EWS/OBC/WDP), Rs. 2,200 (SC/ST), Rs. 1,025 (PwBD)
- Batch 2021-22 (X semester): Rs. 3,355 (Gen/EWS/OBC/WDP), Rs. 1,740 (SC/ST), Rs. 140 (PwBD)
- Batch 2022-23 (IX semester): Rs. 4,210 (Gen/EWS/OBC/WDP), Rs. 2,430 (SC/ST), Rs. 1,065 (PwBD)
- Batch 2023-24 (VI semester): Rs. 3,300 (Gen/EWS/OBC/WDP), Rs. 1,520 (SC/ST), Rs. 155 (PwBD)
- Batch 2024-25 (V semester): Rs. 4,210 (Gen/EWS/OBC/WDP), Rs. 2,430 (SC/ST), Rs. 1,065 (PwBD)
Important Instructions
- Payment must be made through the Samarth Portal only; no other payment modes will be accepted.
- Fee receipts generated must be kept safely for future reference.
- Fees once paid will neither be refunded nor adjusted against other dues.
- Failure to pay the fee by the due date will result in cancellation of scholar registration.
- No requests for extension of the payment due date will be entertained.
What to Do Now
- Log in to the Samarth Portal to pay your semester fee.
- Check the exact fee amount applicable based on your batch and category before making payment.
- Complete payment on or before 5 November 2026 to avoid any late fees.
- Keep the payment receipt safely after payment.
- Contact university authorities if you face any issues during payment.
