Candidates should have passed M.Sc.(Aud), M.Sc. (SLP), M.Sc. (Sp. & Hg.), MASLP, M.ASLP degree examination of the University of Mysore or any other examination considered equivalent by the University of Mysore with a minimum of 55% (50% in the case of SC/ST/PH) marks. One year work/research experience after M.Sc. (Aud), M.Sc. (SLP), M.Sc. (Sp. & Hg.), MASLP, M.ASLP. Candidates should have passed the entrance examination for Ph.D.in Speech and Hearing conducted by University of Mysore.