NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF PAKISTAN STUDIES

QUAID-I-AZAM UNIVERSITY ISLAMABAD

Guidelines to the

ENTRY TEST

for

PH.D (PAKISTAN STUDIES)

N.B: This is a model paper. The actual test which you will be given will not have the

questions given below. However, they will be similar in structure.

Sample Q 1: Give an outline of the literature you have read for your research topic?

Sample Q 2: Which methods of research will you use for your research problem?

Sample Q 3: Give a clear statement of your research topic and any hypotheses or

research questions you will deal with in your study?

Note: Those who pass the written test will be called for

interview in which they will give a brief presentation on

their research proposal and answer question.

[Please prepare a written research proposal complete in all

respects]