UNIVERSITY OF HYDERABAD

ADMISSION ANNOUNCEMENT 2008 –2009 for I.M.Sc, I.M.A., MA, MSc, MPA, MFA, MBA, MCA, M.Tech, M.Phil and Ph.D from UNIVERSITY OF HYDERABAD

UNIVERSITY OF HYDERABAD
P.O. Central University, Hyderabad 500046

ADMISSION ANNOUNCEMENT 2008 –2009.

The University of Hyderabd was established by an Act of Parliament in 1974 and emerged as a premier center of higher learning with outstanding student output and faculty who have to their credit notable accomplishments. The University offers facilities for post-graduate and research studies in major disciplines in sciences (including Medical Sciences, Engineering Sciences and Technology), humanities, social sciences, performing arts, fine arts, communication and management studies. Admissions are made on all-India basis in order of merit in the entrance examination. The University offers fellowships to al the students admitted to any of its regular programs of study.

The entrance examinations for admission to various courses during 2008-2009 will be held form 1st to 7th June, 2008 at Ahmedabad, Aizawl, Bangalore, Bhubaneswar, Bhopal, Chennai, Cochin, Delhi, Guwahati, Hyderabd, Jammu, Kolkata, Lucknow, Madurai, Patna, Pune, Tirupati, Vijayawada and Visakhapatnam. The University reserves the right to cancel any of the examination centers and allot another nearer center for applicants of the center cancelled.

The following Courses are offered by the University during 2008-2009:
5 – Year Integrated Master’s Degree I.M.Sc. & I.M.A. Courses (after +2 education)
I.M.Sc. (10 semesters) in Science (Mathematical Sciences/Physics/Chemical Sciences/Systems Biology), Optometry & Vision Science, Nursing Science, and Health Psychology;

I.M.A. (10 Semesters) in Humanities – Languages (Hindi/Telugu/Political Science/Sociology/Anthropology)

2-Year PG Courses (4 semesters) (after 10+2+3 education)

M.Sc. courses (4 semesters) in Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Statistics – O.R., Physics Chemistry, Biochemistry, Plant Biology & Biotechnology, Animal Biotechnology and Molecular Microbiology.

M.A. Courses (4 semesters) in English, Philosophy, Hindi, Functional Hindi (Translation), Telugu, Urdu, Applied Linguistics, Economics, History, Political Science, Sociology, Anthropology and communication.

MPA (4 semesters) in Dance
MPA (6 semesters) in Theatre Arts
MFA (4 semesters) in Paining/Print Making/Sculpture
M.B.A. (4 semesters) in Health Care and Hospital Management
Adv. PG/PG Diploma Courses (2 semesters) in Folk Culture Studies, Mineral Exploration and counseling Psychology.
M.C.A. course (6 semesters)
M.Tech. courses (4 semesters) in Computer Science/Artificial Intelligence/Information Technology with specialization in Banking Technology and Information Technology with specialization in banking Technology and Information Security (in collaboration with Institute for Development Research in Banking Technology) (IDRBT), Hyderabd, Computational Techniques, IC Technology, Medical Biotechnology (in collaboration with Nizam’s Institute of Medical Sciences) (NIMS), Hyderabad, Bioinformatics (in collaboration with the Centre for DNA Fingerprinting and Diagnostics (CDFD), Hyderaad, Mineral Exploration and Materials Engineering. (M.Tech and Advanced PG Diploma in Mineral Exploration are offered in collaboration with National Geophycical Research Institute, Hyderabad).

Note: For admission into M.Tech courses in Computer Science/Artificial Intelligence/Information Technology, GATE qualification is a must.

Integrated M.Tech. / Ph.D. in Materials Engineering

M.Phil courses (2 semesters) in English, Philosophy, Hindi, Telugu, Urdu, applied Linguistics, Translation Studies, Comparative Literature, Shabdabodha Systems and Language Technologies. Economics, History, Political Science, Sociology, Anthropology, Regional Studies, Social Exclusion and inclusive Policy, Cognitive Science, and Gender Studies.

Ph.D. Programmes in Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Statistics-OR, Computer Science, Physics, Electronics Science, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Plant Sciences, Animal Sciences, ACRHEM, Biotechnology, Cognitive Science, Materials Engineering, Cancer Biology, Infection Biology, Community Nutrition, Earth & Space Sciences, English, Philosophy, Hindi, Telugu, Urdu, Applied Linguistics, Translation Studies, Comparative Literature, Sanskrit Studies, Economics, History, Political Science, Sociology, Anthropology, Regional Studies, Folk Culture Studies, Social Exclusion and Inclusive Policy, Communication, Theatre Arts, Dance, Management Studies, and Psychology.

Cost of Prospectus-cum-Application Form for any of the above courses:
For General Category Rs.300/-
For SC/ST/PH Category Rs.50/-

General Information:
Detailed information regarding entrance examinations and qualifications for admissions etc. are given in the Prospectus-cum-Application Form 2008-2009.

Candidates who are appearing in the final examination of the qualifying degree and expecting their results and certificates before 31st July 2008 are also eligible to apply.

Reservation of seats:
In each course, 15% and 7.5% of the seats are reserved for SC and ST candidates respectively with a provision for inter-changeability wherever necessary 3% of the seats are reserved for Physically challenged candidates. Relaxation in the prescribed percentage of marks in the qualifying degree/other examination is also provided for these categories. For further details, refer to the Prospectus-cum-Application Form 2008-2009.

How to Apply:
Prospectus-cum-Application Forms can be obtained in person from 04.04.2008 to 03.05.2008 from the Academic Section, Office of the Controller of Examinations Administration Building on the University Campus, Hyderabd-500046 or from “The Golden Threshold (GT) premises of the University, Nampally Station Road, Hyderabd 500001”, against cash payment.

The Prospectus-cum-Application forms can also be obtained by ordinary post upto 27.04.2008 from the Dy. Registrar (Acad & Exams), University of Hyderabd, P.O. Central University, Hyderabad-500046 by sending (a) a requisition, (b) one self-addressed adhesive sticker/skip, and (c) a crossed demand draft for the amount specified for the respective category i.e., Rs.300/- - in the case of General Category and Rs.50/- in the case of SC/ST/PH categories for each copy of prospectus-cum-application form together with Rs.50/- towards the ordinary postal charges drawn in favour of the Finance Officer, University of Hyderabd, on State Bank of India, Hyderabd Central University Campus Branch, Hyderabad (Code 5916) or on Andhra Bank, Nampally Branch, Hyderabad (Code 378). The Prospectus-cum-Application Form can also be downloaded form the University’s website (available from 04.04.2008 to 03.05.2008) and duly filled in such applications can be sent enclosing there with a bank draft of Rs.150/- for each course in the case of General Category and Rs.50/- for each course in the case of SC/ST/PH categories.

1. Prospectus-cum-Application Forms meant for reserved categories (SC/ST/PH) should not be used by the General Category candidates.
2. The cost of Prospectus-cum-Application form for SC/ST/PH does not include entrance examination/registration fee as they are exempted form payment of entrance examination fee.
3. The cost of the Prospectus-cum-Application form for SC/ST/PH does not include entrance examination/registration fee as they are exempted from payment of entrance examination/ registration fee.
4. A separate application is required for each course, except for MFA (Painting/Print Making/ Sculpture); M.Sc. (Mathematics/Applied Mathematics; M.Tech (CS/AI/IT); IMSc Sciences in Mathematical Sciences/Physics/Chemical Sciences/Systems Biology), IMA Humanities (Hindi/Telugu/Urdu), and IMA Social Sciences, MPA Dance (Kuchipudi/Bharatanatyam/ Contemporary/Folk), M.A. Communication (Radio & Video production/Print & New Media/Communication studies/Advertising & Public Relations) for which a single application form can be used.
5. Filled in application can be sent either by post to the Deputy Registrar (Acad & Exams) at the above address or submitted at the Automated Admission Office in the Office of the Controller of Examinations, Administration Building in the University /campus,Hyderabad-500046. For further details, refer to the instructions provided in the Prospectus-cum-Application Form 2008-2009.

IMPORTANT DATES
Commencement of counter sale of Prospectus-cum-Application Forms: 04-04-2008
Last date for receiving requisition for issue of Prospectus-cum-Application Forms by post: 27-04-2008.
Last Date for counter sale of Prospectus-cum-Application Forms and submission of filled in Application Forms: 03.05.2008.

Note:
(1) University will not be responsible for any postal delay. Candidates are therefore, advised to apply well in time.
(2) Provision also exists for Ph.D. admission for NET-JRF qualified candidates in October, 2008, January and April, 2009. For further details refer to the Prospectus-cum-Application Form 2008-2009.
(3) MBA (4 Semesters): Candidates are selected for admission from among the CAT qualified candidates after hold Group Discussion/Interview by the University. Selection for the admissions for the academic year 2008-2009 have been completed. Applicants who want to be considered for admission during the academic year 2009-2010 should appear for the CAT 2008 and apply to the university separately as per the University’s advertisement press release in August/September 2008.
(4) M.Sc. Biotechnology: The admissions for the M.Sc. Biotechnology programme during the year 2008-2009 will be based on the allotment made by the JNU, New Delhi which will conduct a common entrance test on 18.05.2008.
(5) For further details, visit their website: www.uohyd.ernet.in

28.03.2008

Dr.Ch.Venkateshwara Rao
Controller of Examinations

SELECTED BY UGC AS ‘UNIVERSITY WITH POTENTIAL FOR EXCELLENCE’ & AWARDED BY NAAC THE TOP GRADE