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@article{181798,
        author = {Rangaswamy I J and Prof. Jagannath K Dange},
        title = {A Study on Research Infrastructure for Doctoral Scholars in Education Across Karnataka},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2025},
        volume = {12},
        number = {1},
        pages = {5452-5457},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=181798},
        abstract = {Education doctoral research is a vital force behind teacher education reform, policy formation, and pedagogical progress. Though, the accessibility and availability of a strong research infrastructure are essential to its success. This study examines the condition of the research facilities offered to Ph.D. candidates in the education departments of many Karnataka institutions. Using a mixed-method approach and a descriptive survey methodology, structured questionnaires and qualitative inputs were used to gather data from 38 research supervisors and 94 research scholars. The results show that although basic physical infrastructure, such seminar chairs, seating arrangements, and drinking water, is commonly available, there are still large gaps in the availability of secure storage (64.9%) and personal research rooms (70.2%). Only 62.8% of scholars reported getting authorization to publish or reproduce research materials, despite the fact that access to print media and information resources, such as periodicals and research journals, is very strong. Regarding digital infrastructure, 87.2% of respondents reported having access to a digital library, while only 52.1% reported having 24-hour access, and only 64.9% of scholars reported having dependable internet connectivity. Although staff responsiveness and the guarantee of access to vital sources were judged to be lacking, library services were deemed good in terms of resource availability. According to the study's findings, even while Karnataka's universities often offer the groundwork for research, there is still need for significant advancement in areas like digital accessibility, customized workspaces, and library service responsiveness. In line with the objectives of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, which promotes a more robust and inclusive research ecosystem in Indian higher education, the findings highlight the necessity of immediate institutional reforms and focused investments.},
        keywords = {Doctoral Research in Education, Ph.D. Research Infrastructure, Higher Education in Karnataka, Teacher Education Reform, National Education Policy 2020 (NEP 2020), Research Scholar Challenges, Digital Infrastructure in Academia, Library Services in Higher Education, Inclusive Research Ecosystem, Institutional Research Reform.},
        month = {June},
        }