CAREER IN LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SCIENCE (LIB)
The modern society is passing through the phase of information explosion. Information is available in print media such as books, periodicals, newspapers, maps etc. as well as in non-print media such as compact disks, phonograph records, films tapes, microforms etc. Management of various types of information is a challenge and a highly scientific task. Library Science emerged as a discipline only in the end of the 19th century. With increase in micro-literature such as scientific periodicals, patents, theses etc., the new array of techniques emerged which was termed ‘Documentation’. The society is now facing the exponential growth of scientific literature, automation and new media of communication (such as Information Communication Technology –ICT). This has brought sea change in the outlook of Librarians and Documentalists and more so in the users of information. This has emerged “Information” is at the center. We can depict the phase of Library & Information Science” as follows:
Books –Library Sciences;
Documents (Books + Microliteratures) – Documentation;
Informations – Information Science. (Documents +Non-Print Media + Automation + ICT, etc)
Library and Information Centers are repositories of knowledge and Information and entertainment. They contain books, periodicals, microfilms, CDs i.e. print and non-print media for education research and entertainment etc. Those who scientifically and systematically organize and disseminate these information sources through vivid processes such as acquisition, cataloguing, classification, reference works and dissemination of information etc., are called ‘Librarians/Information Managers’. This profession is among top ten most coveted profession in developed countries [ http://www.competitionmaster.com -careers in Library Science, p.1] Library and Information Science deals with all kinds aspects related to Library and Information Centers with a motive to link the information seekers with the required information through various Library and Information operations.
OBJECTIVES OF LIS PROGRAMME
To provide the students knowledge about basic principles and fundamentals of LIS; - to train the learners about various methodology and techniques of librarianship and information handling – to made students understand the purpose and function of the Library/Information center in the changing scenario of the society; - to acquaint the learners of the application of different management techniques in managing the information system and services; -to familiarize the students with fundamentals and methodology of planning, designing and developing the Library and Information centers and their services at local, national, regional and global level; - to make the students aware of application of information Technology/ICT to LIS; -to familiarize the learners about the basic knowledge of the quantitative and qualitative techniques in LIS such as statistical methods, quality management, informetrics and Scientometrics etc.; -to provide the students the basic knowledge of preservation and maintenance of the collections in Library/Information Centres, technical writings etc.
PROGRAMS IN LIS
1. Certificate in Library & Information Sc.(CLISc)/Certificate in Library Sc. (CLSc). Eligibility: Matric/10+2 or equivalent. Duration: 3 to 6 months.
2. Certificate in Information, communication & Technology (ICT) Application in Library (CICTAL). Eligibility: 10+2 with CLISc/DLSc. Duration: 6 months.
3. Diploma in Library & Information Sc (DLISc/Diploma in Library Sc (DLSc). Eligibility: 10+2 or equivalent. Duration: 1 year.
4. Bachelor of Library & Information Sc (BLSc)/Bachelor of Library Sc.(BLSc) Eligibility: Graduation or equivalent. Duration: 1 year.
5. BLISc/BLSc (LIS as subject at B.A. level). Eligibility: 10+2 or equivalent. Duration: 3 years.
6. Post Graduate Diploma in Library Automation & Networking (PGDLAN). Eligibility BLIS/BLSc. Duration: 1 year.
7. Master of Library & Information Sc. (MLISc/Master of Library Sc.(MLSc). Eligibility: BLISc/BLSc. Duration: 1 year.
8. MLISc/MLSc (Integrated Course). Eligibility: Graduation or equivalent. Duration: 2 years.
9. Associateship in Documentaion and Information Science (DIS) [Equivalent to MLISc/MLSc. Eligibility: BLISc/BLSc/MBBS/BE/PG or equivalent. Duration: 2 years.
10. Associateship of Information Science (ALS) [Equivalent to MLISc/MLSc]. Eligibility: BLISc/BLSc/MBBS/BE/PG or equivalent. Duration: 2 years.
11. M.Sc (Information Science) [equivalent to MLISc/MLSc]. Eligibility: Graduation/ MBBS/ BE/ B.Pharma or equivalent. Duration: 2 years.
12. Master of Philosophy (M.Phil.) Eligibility: MLISc/MLSc or equivalent. Duration: 1 year.
13. Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D). Eligibility: same as above. Duration: 2 to 5 years.
14. Doctor of Literature (D.Litt). Eligibility: Ph.D
SCHOOLS OF LIS
The different programmes, in LIS are available in the following University/Institutes (The list is indicative):-
1.Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh-202002 [BLISc, MLISc, M.Phil]
2.Andhra University, Visakhapatnam-530003 [MLISc, Mphil, Ph.D]
3.Annamalai University, Annamalai Nagar-608002. [MLISc, M.Phil. Ph.D]
4.B.H.U., Varanasi-221005 (www.bhu.ac.in) [BLISc, MLISc, Ph.D]
5.Barkatullah Vishwavidyalaya, Bhopal-462026 (www.bubhopal.nic.in) [BLISc, MLISc,]
6.Birla Institute of Technology, Mesra, Ranchi-835215 (www.bitmesra.ac.in) [MSc (Information Sc.), Ph.D. (Information Sc.)]
7.Bundelkhand University, Jhansi-284128 (www.bundelkhanduniversity.net) [BLISc, MLISc, Ph.D]
8.Documentation Research and Training Centre (DRTC), Indian Statitical Institue, 9th Mile, Mysore Road, Bangalore-560005 (ADIS) (www.drtc.isibang.ac.in)
9.Dr. Harishingh Gaur Vishwavidyalaya, Sagar-470003. (www.sagaruniversity.nic.in) [BLISc, MLISc, Ph.D]
10.Ghwahati University, Guwahati-787014 (www.gu.ac.in) [MLISc, Ph.D.]
11.Gujarat Vidyapith Library, Ashram Road, Amhedabad-380014. [BLISc, MLISc, M.Phil. Ph.D]
12.Gulbarga University, Jnana Ganga, Gulbarga-585106. (www.Bangaloreuniversity.net) [MLISc, M.Phil. Ph.D]
13.Guru Ghasidas University, Bilaspur-495001 (www.gguniversity.nic.in) [MLISc, Ph.D.]
14.Guru Nanak University, Amritsar – 143005.(www.gndusite.com) [BLISc, MLISc, Ph.D]
15.IGNOU, Maidan Garhi, New Delhi-110068 (www.ignou.ac.in) [BLISc, MLISc, Ph.D., PGDLAN]
16.Jadavpur University, Kolkata-700032 (www.jadavpur.edu) [BLISc, MLISc, Ph.D]
17.Jiwaji University, Central Library, Gwalior-474001 [BLISc, MLISc, Ph.D]
18.Karnataka University, Pavate Nagar, Dharwad-580003. (www.Kud.ernet.in) [MLISc, Ph.Ds]
19.Kurukshetra University, Kurushetra- 132119 (www.kukinfo.com) [BLISc, MLISc, Ph.D]
20.Lalit Narayan Mithila University, Darbhanga – 846004 (BLISc)
21.M.S. University of Baroda, Vadodara-39002 (www.msubaraoda.ac.in) [BLISc, MLISc]
22.Makhanlal Chaturvedi National University Institute of Journalism, E8, Trilanga, Bhopal-46206 (www.mcu.ac.in) [BLISc, MLISc, Ph.D., BLIT, PGDLA]
23.Manipur University, Canchipur, Imphal-795003 [BLISc]
24.Nagpur University, Library Building, Ramdaspeth, North Ambazari Maarg., Nagpur-440010. [BLISc, MLISc, Ph.D]
25.Natioanl Institute of Science Communication & Information Resources (NISCAIR- formerly INSDOC), Dr. K.S. Krishna Marg, Near pusa gate, New Delhi-110012 (CSIR) [AIS, Shorterm Course: IT for Inf. Management, Lib. Automation and Resource sharing, Recent trends in LIS patent Drafting and WINISIS (www.niscair.res.in)
26.North Eastern Hill University, Shilong-795003 [MLISc, Ph.D]
27.Osamania University, Hyderabad-500007 (www.osamiauniversity.ac.in)
28.Patna University, Patna-800005 (www.puonline.bih.nic.in) [CLISc, BLISc, MLISc (proposed)]
29.Pt. Revi Sahnkar Shukla University, Raipur-492010 [BLISc, MLISc, Ph.D.]
30.Punjab University, Patiala-147002. (www.universitypunjabi.org) [DLSc, BLISc, MLISc, Ph.D]
31.Sambalpur University, Jyoti Vihar, Burla, Sambalpur-768019 [BLISc, MLISc, M.Phil. Ph.D]
32.Sri Krishnadevaraya University, Ananthapur –515003. [MLISc, M.Phil, Ph.D]
33.Sri Venkateshwaraa University, Tirupati-517502. [MLISc, M.Phil, Ph.D.]
34.Tilka Manjhi Bhagalpur University, Bhagalpur-812007 [BLISc, MLSc, Ph.d.]
35.University of Burdwan, Burdwan-713104. [BLISc, MLISc, Ph.D]
36.University of Calcutta, Kolkata-700032 (www.caluniv.ac.in) [BLISc, MLISc, Ph.D]
37.University of Delhi, Tutorial Building, Delhi-11007 (www.du.ac.in) [BLISs, MLISc, M.Phl., Ph.D.]
38.University of Jammu, Baba Sahib Ambedkar Road, Campus Jammu- 180006. [BLISc, MLISc, Ph.D]
39.University of Kerala, Tiruvanathapuram-673632 [BLISc, MLISc, M.Phil. Ph.D]
40.University of Lucknow, Lucknow-226007, [BLISc, MLISc, Ph.D., Short Term course in Library Computerization]
41.University of Madras, Chennai-600005 (www.unom.ac.in) [MLISc, Ph.D]
42.University of Pune, Jayakar Library, Ganeshkhind, Pune – 411007 [MLISc, M.Phil. Ph.D]
43.University of Rajasthan, Jaipur [BLISc and Documentation, MLISc and Documentation, Ph.D]
SPECIALITY LIBRAY SECTOR
Various Technical Institutes have special libraries/information centers which include Engineering Colleges, Medical Colleges, Management Colleges, Specialized Institutes/Organizations.
PUBLIC LIBRARY SECTOR
There is large network of public libraries at Administrative levels of governments such as Villages, Panchayats, block, District Commissionery and State etc. In India we have a large number of Public Libraries.
CORPORATE SECTOR
Big companies maintain Libraries/ Information Centers for their informational needs. There is good news that recently the National Knowledge commission of India has recommended the formation for the National Library Commission to strengthen the Library networks in India. Thus the scope of librarianship becomes brighter. Career in LIS is multidimensional, ever growing and bright which is significantly enriching the knowledge base of the society for prosperity and progress.
JOB OPPORTUNITY IN LIS
Today there are a number of bright career prospects in Library and Information Science. The qualified professionals are employed in vivid libraries and information Centers. The job opportunities in LIS can be depicted in the following sectors:
Academic libraries/Information centers include School Libraries, College Libraries, University Libraries, and Institutional Libraries. Information centers etc. Here it is remarkable that CBSE affiliated Schools have an organized Library, hence a librarian. As per UGC norms, Colleges and universities must have a good library.
So, take a right step to enter the Bright Career in LIS.
Saturday, February 2, 2008
CAREER IN LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SCIENCE (LIB)
MICA Mudra Institute of Communications Admissions
Executive Post Graduate Diploma in Management (Communications) 2008-2009 from Mudra Institute of Communications, Ahmedabad (MICA)
MICA introduces a new Post Graduate level programme (AICTE Approved) which is aimed at creating exceptional managers who will bring new communications management perspectives through innovative thinking and are ready to take leadership positions in the Indsustry.
Mudra Institute of Communications, Ahmedabad (MICA)
Shela, Ahmedabad - 380 058, Gujarat, India
Tel. : +91 2717 237946 to 51 and 308250
Fax : +91 2717 308349.
Email: pgpcmx@mica.ac.in
Website : www.mica-india.net
Executive Post Graduate Diploma in Management (Communications) 1st Batch: 2008-09.
Program Design:
Post Graduate Programme in Communications Management for Executives (PGPCMX) is a 15 month full time residential programme which focuses on unique career domain areas such as
RETAIL COMMUNICATIONS MANAGEMENT
DESIGN COMMUNICATIONS MANAGEMENT
MEDIA, EVENTS AND ENTERTAINMENT MANAGEMENT
Compulsory Global Immersion, Industry Interships and Rigorous Dissertaion are other highlights of the programme. The proposed programme intends to link work experience of the participant to the desired acaemic domain.
Participants of this programme will be awarded Excutive PGDM (Communications) on successful completion of the programme.
MICA now offers the “Executive Post Graduate Diploma in Management (Communications)” for young aspirants with work experience.
MICA, India’s premier Communications Management school has been on the forefront of academic innovation and excellence in the areas of Communications Management since 1991. MICA is now launching the new flagship programme for participants with work experience. The new Executive Post Graduate Programme in Communications Management (PGPCMX) is designed uniquely to suit the requirement of the industry which needs qualified professionals at middle and senior level. The programme is unique in its approach and focuses on exciting and upcoming industry sectors like Retail, Design, Media, Events and Entertainment. The objective of the programme is to create talented managers ready to bring in innovative thinking in the organizations at the middle management roles. In devising this programme, MICA has responded to the expressed need of the various industry sectors for thought leaders in middle level management. The course is so designed that the participants will gain management perspectives through a unique pedagogy of experiential learning and stimulating peer interaction. The programme offers a unique opportunity to learn and exchange of ideas with a distinguished faculty and industry practitioners.
Focus on the specific role and domain that a participant is interested in pursuing is the unique aspect of this programme. The customized approach thus ensures: a) A specific role woven around a defined context and domain focus b) A blend of theory and practice through an integrated teaching-learning process c) Addressing new and upcoming domain areas of Retail, Design, Media, Events & Entertainment.
Positioning and Philosophy:
The course caters to specific industry requirements as it combines focused domain expertise with a communications management perspective. The programme will have a unique model of combining industry internships with a comprehensive dissertation which gives the participant a holistic approach towards contemporary business environment. The PGPCMX is best suited for working professionals to add value to their careers in a short time. The programme is rigorous, intense and will encourage learning beyond classroom discussions and the focused process will prepare participants to analyze situations quickly and apply skills to real business situations.
Duration and nature: 15 months, full time, residential --12 months campus component including the Global Immersion Module. --3 months Industry Internship
Eligibillity:
Minimum Bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognized University in India or abroad.
Minimum Work Experience of 3-5 years after Graduation.
A valid GMAT socre, or CAT/XAT scores of last two years.
Admission Process:
Application form can be downloaded from MICA website. Fill in the form, giving details of past academic performance, work experience, extra-curricular activities along with GMAT/CAT/XAT scores. Send your application with a processing fee of Rs.1500/- by a Deman Draft favouring 'MICA' and payable at Ahmedabad.
Selection Process:
Based on the applications, select candidates will be called for the admissions process at MICA campus consisting of the following:
A) MICAT: Specially designed MICA Admission Test
B) Group Exercise and
C) Personal Interview.
Global Immersion:
A one month global immersion programme would be a compulsory component of this course. Participants will study at any of our international partner institutions.
MICA has International collaborations with following Universities:
Florida State University, USA, University of Texas–Pan American, USA, University of Central England, Birmingham, UK, London College of Communication, UK, Anglia Ruskin University, UK, University of East London, UK, Southampton Business School, UK, University of Westminster, UK, ESCEM, School of Business and Management, France., Nanyang Technological University, School of Communications, Singapore, Vietnam Marcom, HCM City, Vietnam, University of Asia and the Pacific, Manila, Philippines., University of Regina, Canada, Universidad ESAN, Peru, and Griffith University, Queensland, Australia.
MICA is also a Fulbright Affiliate Institute as well as an approved and accredited partner of the Chartered Institute of Marketing, UK. These collaborations focus on faculty and student exchange and joint research.
Industry Internship:
Three month industry internships are specially designed to give participants a hands on exposure to the relevant domain areas and will keep them abreast about latest happenings in the corporate world. They will be assigned special mentors and in the end they will do a comprehensive project with that particular company.
Programme Fees:
Tuition Fee: Rupees Four Lac
Global Immersion: Rupees One Lac Fifty Thousand
Other Costs: Rupees Two Lac
It includes: - Boarding, - Food, - Internet, - Study Material - Miscellaneous.
Important Dates
Form Availability- 25h January, 2008 to 25th Feb, 2008
Last date for Form Submission- 3rd March, 2008
Date for MICAT, GE and PI- 15th and 16th March, 2008
Final Shortlist- 18th March, 2008
Programme Commence- 24th March, 2008
For more details please write to:
Prof. Hemant Trivedi
Chairperson,
Post Graduate Programme in Communications Management for Executives(PGPCMX)
MICA, Shela, Ahmedabad - 380 058, Gujarat, India
Tel: +91 2717 308250 , Fax: +91 2717 308349
Email: pgpcmx@mica.ac.in
www.mica-india.net
Wednesday, January 30, 2008
Christian Medical College (CMC), Ludhiana
MBBS, BDS, B.Sc. Nursing, BPT courses 2008, NRI Category from Christian Medical College (CMC), Ludhiana
CMC has invited application for Admission to the MBBS, BDS, B.Sc. Nursing & BPT courses 2008.
Admission to MBBS at CMC Ludhiana, Entrance Exam will be on May 19, 2008.
The Under Graduate Admission Written Test (AWT) for admission to the MBBS, BDS, B.Sc. Nursing & BPT courses 2008 at the Christian Medical College (CMC), Ludhiana, will be held at Allahabad, Amritsar, Bhatinda, Calcutta, Chandigarh, Chennai, Kochi, Ludhiana, Mumbai, Nagpur and New Delhi at 10 am on 19.5.2008 (Monday).
The Prospectus will be available through selected branches of Federal Bank till 26.4.2008 (Saturday) on payment of Rs.1050/-. For the full List of branches is available on http://www.cmcludhiana.org/
The Application form can also be obtained from the Registrar, Christian Medical College, Ludhiana, Punjab – 141008 by sending a request letter to reach the addressee before 19.4.2008 (Saturday), in the prescribed format available in the link along with a Demand Draft of Rs. 1100/- drawn in favour of ‘Christian Medical College Ludhiana Society’ and payable at Ludhiana.
DATES TO REMEMBER:
The filled in Applications have to be submitted on or before 3.5.2008(Saturday).
Admit Cards will be mailed from CMC Ludhiana by 9.5.2008(Friday).
The merit list based on AWT will be published on or before 4.6.2008 (Wednesday).
The dates of counseling for various courses and other dates are available in their website http://www.cmcludhiana.org/
Admission Programme for these courses under NRI category has also been announced. Details are available in their website http://www.cmcludhiana.org/
PSG HOSPITALS CLINICAL FELLOW IN COLPOSCOPY PROGRAMME
CLINICAL FELLOW IN COLPOSCOPY PROGRAMME
PSG HOSPITALS
PEELAMEDU, COIMBATORE-641004, Ph:0422-2570170
Fax:0422-2594400
Email: psgmedschool@gmail.com
Website: www.psgimsr.in
CLINICAL FELLOW IN COLPOSCOPY PROGRAMME
PSG Hospitals, Coimbatore requires Clinical Fellow in Colposcopy – an exciting and rare opportunity to train (salary on-par with PSG Faculty) under a world renowned Colposcopist!
Dr. Walter Predndavill, President, British Society for Colposcopy and Cervical Pathology, offers a novel program for the first time in India in colposcopy and Management of Cervical Pre-cancer. PSG Hospital joins hands with him and co-ordinates the program.
The clinical fellow in colposcopy program extends for 2 years and involves a 3-6 months training in Coomb’s Hospital Dublin, Ireland.
If you wish to join the program, apply immediate to PRINCIPAL or send an e-mail to psgmedschool@gmail.com
SCHOOL OF COMMUNICATION AND MANAGEMENT STUDIES
SCMS-COCHIN: PGDM PROGRAMME
In management education what matters most is the institute- its reputation and quality and not just a degree or diploma.
Answer these questions first if business management is your dream career.
Is the b.school:
a. Accredicted by AICTE, Government of India in the highest category for 5 years.
b. Recognizsed by the Association of Indian Universities for MBA equivalence.
c. Certified for qualify in Management teaching system by ISO.
d. In the top among the best 25 in the b.schools survey of business magazines.
e. One with an excellent placement record.
f. Competent to give specialization in any area of student’s choice.
g. All the above.
If your answer is yes, then you have come across one of he best b.schools in the country for your management education. SCMS-COHIN is all the above and is held in high value and esteem by the corporate sector. Now be determined to say with confidence that you are a product of SCMS-COCHIN.
If you have qualified in MAT/CAT/ATMA, send a DD for Rs.900/- for prospectus and application to reach them on or before 15-02-2008. You can downloaded their application from their website also.
(In view of requests from a large number of candidates across the country, they are planning to hold GDs and Personal Interviews in New Delhi, Bhopal, Lucknow, Allahabad, Patna, Ranchi, Calcutta, Bhubaneswar, Hyderabad, Visakhapatanam, Chennai and Bangalore)
SCMS-COCHIN
SCHOOL OF COMMUNICATION & MANAGEMENT STUDIES
SCMS Campus, Prathap Nagar, Muttom, Aluva, Cochin-683106, Kerala, India.
Ph: +91-484-2623803, 2623804, 2623805, 2623887
Fax: +91-484-2623855
Email: scms@vsnl.com
Website: www.scmsgroup.org
INC - MBA PROGRAM
MBA PROGRAM from INC
The INC is a constituent of the Icfai Academy. INC is established to extend academic support and placement assistance for candidates preparing for professional careers. INC provides academic support and placement assistance for private candidates interested in pursuing the MBA Program of the ICFAI University, Dehradun, Uttarakhand. The University is in no way associated with the academic support and placement assistance rendered by INC. INC maintains a reputation for quality teaching, field based assignments, case based learning, productive learning based internships and final placements in reputed organizations. INC has evolved a comprehensive student centric learning approach consisting of several stages, designed to add significant value to the learner’s understanding in an integrated manner.
This includes: -Full-time Classroom Instruction -Faculty Support - Courseware including textbooks, workbooks, study, guides, books of reading, casebooks and e-learning kits -Library Facilities -Assignments -IT lab -Soft Skills Labs -Live Projects -Learn Earn and Develop (LEAD) Program -Reading Seminars - Guest Lectures -Summer Internships.
INC offers the academic support and placement assistance to private candidates interested in the MBA Program of the ICFAI University, Dehradun, Uttarakhand, which is designed to provide contemporary knowledge and skills, both functional and integrative, in different areas of business administration. The MBA Program is highly regarded by employers as it blends modern management theory with current practices. INC maintains a reputation for quality teaching, case-based learning, internships and placements. INC brings together talented youth and highly qualified and experienced teachers providing the relevant knowledge, skills and motivation to succeed.
The MBA Program
The MBA Program of the University prepares the students with the skills, knowledge and strategic perspectives essential to the leadership of business anywhere in the world. The MBA Program is designed to provide both a portfolio of strong functional skills and the ability to apply,adapt and integrate those skills in different management settings.
Enrollment : The students are allowed to register for the MBA Program of the University as private candidates.
Eligibility: Graduation from any discipline with 45% and above aggregate marks. Final year degree students awaiting results.
Award : Successful students will receive the MBA degrees from the University, subject to University regulations.
Duration: Two years
Program Structure : The Program covers 27 courses apart from 2 Management. Theses and 4 courses of Soft Skill Labs spread over 2 years in 4 semesters. Students are also required to undergo a summer internship program.
Electives
The students are encouraged to choose eight courses from eight elective streams viz., Marketing, HRM, Finance, Banking, Investments, Insurance, Accounting and IT & Systems. Student will have the flexibility in choosing more than one course from these elective streams. Students will also have the facility for dual specialization. Elective courses will be offered subject to a minimum number of students enrolling for a particular elective course.
Admission Calendar
Phase-I Schedule for Merit & General categories
INCAT-1 Test Date Jan 27,2008
Last date for the payment of Admission Fee: Feb 02,2008
INCAT-II Test Date Feb 17,2008
Last date for the payment of Admission Fee: Feb 23,2008
INCAT-III Test Date Mar 23,2008
Last date for the payment of Admission Fee: Mar 29,2008
INCAT-IV Test Date Apr 20,2008
Last date for the payment of Admission Fee: Apr 26,2008
Note:Merit Scholarship awards will be decided only from Phase 1 Admissions
Phase II: Schedule for General category only
For INCAT Test Dates and Interview Dates : Contact the INC center
Pre-MBA Program Classes: May 1 to Jun 28,2008
Registration & Commencement of MBA Classes: Jul 01,2008
MBA Admission Procedure
Eligibility Criteria : Graduation from any discipline with 45 % and above aggregate marks. Final year degree students awaiting results.
For the purpose of determining eligibility based on aggregate percentage of marks, the procedure used by the respective university in award of the degree will only be taken into consideration. All applicants should have completed a minimum of 15 years of formal schooling by July 01, 2008. Applicants who have completed their graduation on a one-time sitting basis or on a 2-year basis are not eligible for admission to the postgraduate program.
Students in their final year bachelor's degree course are also eligible to apply, provided they complete their graduation requirements including practical examinations/viva assignments before July 01, 2008. Such applicants will have to produce a certificate to that effect at the time of admission. For any extension of this deadline, the applicants should apply separately, giving the schedule of their graduation examination. Extension may be granted on the basis of the circumstances of the case.
The admission of applicants will, however, remain provisional until they produce marksheets and a degree certificate establishing their eligibility. The last date for submitting the proof of graduation transcripts is November 01, 2008 , failing which the provisional admission will automatically stand cancelled.
Admission Criteria
The selection of applicants is made through Admission Test and Interview.
INC Admission Test (INCAT)
Students seeking admission are required to submit the completed application form at the INC Center where the students wish to join. They are required to appear for an Admission Test followed by an interview. The Admission Test is on GMAT pattern with multiple choice questions and tests the applicant's abilities in quantitative techniques, data adequacy, vocabulary and analytical reasoning. Admission Test will be conducted at all INC Centers. For schedule of Admission Test and other details on test, please refer to the Admission Calendar.
Exemption from Admission Test
Those applicants who have valid GMAT/CAT 2007/XAT 2008 scores and those who appeared for IBSAT 2007 (and were shortlisted for IBS interviews) are exempted from Admission Test. They can appear for interview directly.
Interview
Applicants will have to go through a personal interview at the center where they seek admission. This is to determine the student's attitudes and motivation to pursue the program. The interviews will be conducted after the admission test. Original certificates should be produced for verification at the time of interview. The original certificates will be returned after verification. The admission decision will be communicated after the interview process. All the selected candidates will be required to pay the admission fee immediately after the admission decision is announced.
Careers and Placements
INC gives utmost importance to assist students in getting suitable placements after successful completion of the program.
The Placement Team
The placement team at INC looks after the placement activities on a full-time and continuous basis. Staffed by senior professionals and placement executives, the placement team initiates and maintains the INC-Industry dialogue and manages the summer internship program and final placement activities. The placement team evaluates student performance levels and ensures relevant preparation for their corporate placements. Working both at the supply and demand sides of the placement, the placement team plays the vital intermediary role of matching academic excellence and industry expectations.
Career Opportunities
INC students can seek career opportunities in the following areas:
General Management: General management, operations and control, international business, information technology and BPO.
Marketing : Sales & distribution, market research, advertising and communications, promotion management and retail management.
Finance : Corporate finance and control, treasury and foreign exchange management, risk management, project management, funds management, international finance,investment management, banking, insurance and financial services, etc.
HRM : HR administration, communication and employee relations, recruitment and training, organization development,advisory services, HR research, psychographic analysis,performance appraisal, etc.
IT and Systems : Management information systems, database management systems, system analysis & design, internet, IT project management, software engineering, quality management, enterprise resource planning, data warehousing and data mining, electronic governance, computer communication security, disaster recovery and computer programming.
A Joint Effort
INC believes that the entire placement exercise is a joint effort between INC and the students. While INC provides guidance and support and network with potential employers, the students have the responsibility to put in the maximum possible efforts to obtain suitable placements.
The LEAD Program
INC has designed an innovative program titled “Learn, Earn and Develop (LEAD)” Program for the benefit of students, allowing them to get exposure to practical work while studying at INC. The LEAD Program offers the students an opportunity to work on a part-time basis, to promote various products and services of leading organizations. LEAD is a voluntary program which could be based on performance based incentives. It provides practical experience and skill development opportunities.
Benefits
The LEAD Program has been designed to help INC students develop skills which will be useful to them in their future careers. Students will have the opportunity to: Develop skills in : Communication -Presentation -Marketing -Develop their overall personality -Understand the dynamics of the market place -Earn stipends and incentives -Obtain work experience while studying.
Several employers are looking for students who have not only theoretical knowledge but also have practical skills. The LEAD Program is designed to satisfy this requirement of employers. Hence, INC students who undergo the LEAD Program are likely to have an edge over others in getting good placements with reputed companies.
Note: This center is also providing Scholarships and Bank loans for meritorious students for more details refer website: www.incindia.org
For further details:
INC (HQ)
# 8-2-288-231, 5th, 4th & 3rd Floors,
Mirra Trade Center, Panjagutta 'X' Roads,
Hyderabad - 500 082, India.
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Tuesday, January 29, 2008
COMBINED BIOTECHNOLOGY ENTRANCE EXAMINATION
COMBINED BIOTECHNOLOGY ENTRANCE EXAMINATION FOR ADMISION TO M.SC. (BIOTECHNOLOGY)M.SC.(AGRI.)/M.V.SC (BIOTECHNOLOGY) M.TECH (BIOTECHNOLOGY) 2008-'09
On behalf of the participating Universities, the Jawaharlal Nehru University will hold Combined Biotechnology Entrance Examination on Sunday, the 18th May, 2008, for admission to (1) M.Sc (Biotechnology) (2) M.Sc Agri./M.V.Sc (Biotechnology) and (3) M.Tech (Biotechnology) Programmes being offered by various participating Universities (as per details given aginst each). The entrance examination will be held at: Agartala, Ahmedbad, Aizawi, Allahabad, Amristsar, Bangalroe, Bareilly, Bhubaneswar, Calicut, Chandigarh, Chennai, Coimbatore, Dehradun, Delhi, Gangtok, Goa, Gorakhpur, Guwahati, Gwalior, Hyderabad, Secunderabad, Imphal, Indore, Itnagar, Jaipur, Jammu, Katihar, Kohima, Kolkata, Lucknow, Madurai, Mumbai, Nagpur, Noida, Pantnagar, Patna, Pondicherry, Pune, Raipur, Ranchi, Sambalpur, Shillong, Shimla, Siligur, Srinagar, Thiruvananthapuram, Udaipur, Vadodara, Varanasi, Vijayawada and Visakhapatnam. (The University reserves the right to change any Centre(s) of Examination without assigning any reason).
1. M.Sc.(BIOTECHNOLOGY) PROGRAMME:
Eligibility: Candidates with Bachelor's degree under 10+2+3 pattern of educaiton in Physical, Biological, Agricultural, Veterinary & Fishery Sciences, Pharmacy, Engineering/Technology, 4-years B.S.(Physician Assistant Course); OR Medicine(MBBS) OR BDS with at least 55% marks are eligible to apply for M.Sc(Biotechology) programme being offered by: (1) University of Allahabad, Allahabad, (2) Annamalai University, Tamil Nadu (3) Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi; (4) UNIVERSSITY OF BURDWAN, GOLAPBAG; (5) Calicut University, Kerala, (6) Devi Ahiya Vishwavidyalaya, Indore; (7) Goa University, Goa; (8) Gulbarga University, Gulbarga; (9) Guru Jambheshwar University of Science & Technology, Hisar; (10) Guru Nanak Dev University, Amristsar; (11) Himachal Pradesh University, Shimla (12) HNB Garhwal University, Garhwal; (13) University of Hyderabad, Hyderabad; (14) University of Jammu, Jammu, (15) Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi (16) Kumaun University, Nainital, (17) University of Lucknow, Lucknow; (18) M.S. University of Baroda, Vadodara; (19) Madurai Kamaraj University, Madurai; (20)University of Mysore, Mysore; (21) University of North Bengal, Shiliguri; (22) Pondicherry University, Pondicherry; (23) University of Pune, Pune; (24) Panjab University, Patiala; (25) R.T.M. Nagpur University, Nagpur, (26) Sardar Patel University, Gujarat; (27) Tezpur University, Tezpur (Assam); (28) Thapar University, Patiala (29) Utkal University, Bhubaneswar and (30) Visva-Bharati University, Santiniketan.
2. M.Sc(AGRI.) /M.V.SC BIOTECHNOLOGY PROGRAMME:
ELIGIBILITY: Candidates with Bachelor's degree under 10+2+3/4/5 pattern of education with at least 55% marks or its equivalent grade point average from any recognized university in the concerned subjeccts sown hereunder against each university are eligible to apply: (1) for Chaudhary Charan Singh Haryana Agricultural University, Hisar; Veterianry Sciences and Animal Hubandry (B.V.Sc.& A.H) recognised by Veterinary Council of India. (2) for Ch.Sarwan Kumar H.P. Krishi Vishwavidhyalaya, Palampur; Agriculture, Horticulture or Forestry (3) for G.B. Pant University of Agriculture & Technology, Pant Nagar: Agriculture, Veterinary Sciences, Horticulture or Forestry. (4) Indira Gandhi Agricultural University, Raipur: Agriculture, Veterianry, Dairy Technology, Horticulture or Forestry. (5) For Jawaharlal Nehru Krishi Vishwavidyalaya, Jabalpur: Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry (B.V.Sc & A.H.) recognized ny Veterinary Council of India. (6) For Kerala Agricultural University, Thrissur: Agriculture, Horticulture, or Forestry; (7) for Marathwada AGriculture University, Parbhani (Maharashtra): Agriculture, Horticulture or Forestry. (8) for Orissa University for Agriculture & Technology, Bhubaneswar: Agriculture, Horticulture, or Forestry. (9) for Tamil Nadu AGricultural University, Coimbatore: AGriculture, Horticulture, Forestry or B.Tech (Biotech), B.Tech (Horticulture).(10) for University of Agricultural Sciences, G.K.V.K., Bangalore: AGriculture, Horticulture, Forestry or Sericulture. (11) for University of Agricultural Sciences, Dharwad: Agriculture, Horticulture or Forestry.
3. M.Tech (Biotechnology) Programme at (1) Anna University, Chennai: & (2) West Bengal University of Technology, Kolkata:
ELIGIBILITY: Minimum 60% marks or equivalne grade in anyone: B.Tech/B.E in Chemical Engineering/Biotechnology, Biomedical Engineering, B.Pharma, Industrial Biotechnology, Leather Technology, Biotechnology, Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Technology, OR M.Sc in Biotechnology, Life Sciences, Botany, Zoology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Genetics, Biophycis, Microbial Genetics and Bioinformatics. (Also B.Tech/B.E in Electorchemistyr, Bioengineering and M.Sc in Chemistry & Physics in case of Anna University and M.Sc in Bioengineering ub case of West Bengal University of Technology)
IMP. NOTE: (for candidates of all categories) only those candidates who have passed the qualifying examinations in 2006 or therafter (including those who are appearing 2008) are eligible to apply. In other words, those who have passed the qualifying examiantion PRIOR TO 2006 are NOT eligible to apply for taking admission to any of the courses. (1) M.Sc. (Biotechnology), (2) M.Sc. AGri./M.V.Sc.(Biotechonology) and (3) M.Tech (Biotechnology), for 2008-2009 session.
RESERVATION /CONCESSION:
(a) Researvation: 15% 7 and half% and 3% of seats shall be reserved for SC/ST and PH candidats respectively. All the SC/ST and PH candidates who have passed the qualifying examiantion are eligible to apply irespective of their percentage of marks in the qualifying degree examination.
(b) Concession for Kashmiri Migrants: 10% marks will be added to the overall marks scored by a Kashmiri Migrant candidates in the entrance examination. AFter adding 10% marks, in case he/she covered to the cut-off point in the merit list, he/she will be offerd admission strictly in accordance with his/her inter-se merit alongwith other candidate subject to his/her meeing the minimum prescribed eligibility requirements and also subject to his/her producng valid registration documents issued by the notified authorities certifying the candidate's Kashmiri Migrant status.
TUTION FEE/SCHOLOARSHIP:
Fee shall be charged from the admitted candidates as per the fee structure of concened University. Candidates selected for admission to those of the participating Universites, which are supported by the Department of Biotechnolgy (Govt. of India) are generally eligible for scholarship at the rates prescribed by the Dept. of Biotechnology.Candidates may please note that the M.Sc Biotechnology programme being offerd at Punjabi University, Patiala and Thapar University, Patiala, is currently not being financially supported by the Department of Biotechnology, Therefore, the award of scholarships,if any, shall be governed by the rules prevailing in these Universities, Students admitted to Gulbarga University will not get any scholarship.
PROCEDURE OF GETTING THE FORM:
In Person: Application form alongwith brochure can be obtained personnly on cah payment of Rs.120/- per sent from any of the participating University as shown above.
By Post: Those willing to get the application form by post should send their request only to the Deputy Registrar (CEEB), Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi-110067, alongwith a valid bank draft of Rs.180/- (for one set of application form). The bank draft should be payable to "Jawaharlal Nehru Univerity, New Delhi". The request should accompany a self-addressed unstamped envelop of the size of 28x20 cms. indicating clearly: Request for Application form for (i) "M.Sc Biotechnology" OR (ii) "M.Sc (Agri.)/M.V.Sc. Biotechnology" OR (iii) "M.Tech. Biotechnology".
ISSUE OF APPLICATION FORM: FROM 01 FEBRUARY, 2008
LAST DATE FOR ISSUE OF APPLICATION FORMS:
(i) By Post: 07, March, 2008 (ii) By Cash: 17 March, 2008
LAST DATE FOR SUBMISSION COMPLETED FORMS: 17 March, 2008
IMPORTANT NOTE:
(i) There are differnt sets of Application Forms for each programme and, therefore, candidates are advised to apply separately in case they wish to apply for more than one programme i.e.(i) For M.Sc. Biotechnology OR (ii) For M.Sc(Agri.)/M.V.Sc. Biotechnology OR (iii) For M.Tech. Biotechnology Programme. (III) COMPLETED APPLICATION FORMS CANBE SUBMITTED PERSONALLY OR SHOULD BE SENT BY REGISTERED POST/SPEED POST ONLY TO THE DEPUTY REGISTRAR (CEEB), JAWAHARLAL NEHRU UNIVERSITY, NEW DELHI-110067 AND NOT TO ANY OTHER PARTICIPATING UNIVERSITY.
INDIAN INSTITUTE OF SCIENCE
Research [Ph.D/M.Sc (Engg)] /Course [M.Tech/M.Des] /Integrated Ph.D and / External Registration from INDIAN INSTITUTE OF SCIENCE
INDIAN INSTITUTE OF SCIENCE
BANGALORE - 560012
ADMISSIONS FOR THE ACADEMIC YEAR 2008-2009
Applications are invited for admission to the following programs (i) Research [Ph.D/M.Sc (Engg)] (ii) Course [M.Tech/M.Des] (iii) Integrated Ph.D and (iv) External Registration Program at the Institute. Qualification for eligibility specializations, areas of reserch and other details are available at website http://www.iisc.ernet.in/admissions. Candidates who have not yet completed their qualifying examiantions and expect to complete all the requirements for the degree (including all examinations, dissertaiton projects, viva voice etc.) before July 31, 2008, are also eligile to apply.
(i) RESEARCH PROGRAMS [Ph.D/M.Sc(Engg)]
Science Faculty (Ph.D): Astronomy & Astrophysics, Microbiology & Cell Biology, Biochemistry Molecular Biophysics, Ecological Sciences Molecular Reproduction Development and Genetics, High Energy Physics Organic Chemistry, Inorganic & Physical Chemistry ,Organic Chemistry,Physics, Materials Research Solid State & Structural Chemistry, Mathematics, Management Studies.
Engineering Faculty (M Sc [Engg] and Ph D): Aerospace Engineering, Atmospheric & Oceanic Sciences, Chemical Engineering, Computer Science & Automation, Earth Sciences (New Program), Electrical Communicatin ?Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Design & Technology, Instrumentation, Management Studies, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Materials Research, Product Design & Manufacturing, Sustainable Technologies and Supercomputer Education & Research.
Interdisciplinary programs (Ph.D): Chemical Biology, Earth System Science, Mathematical Sciences, Nanoengineering for integrated Systems, Nanoscience and Nanotechnology.
ELIGIBILITY: An applicant possessing minimum second class in the following qualifications/degrees in an appropriate area shall be eligible to apply for admission for Research Program.
-Bachelor's degree or Master's degree in an appropriate field of Engineeirng/Technology/Architechture, or Master's degree in Sciene in an appropriate field/Agriculture/Biotechnology; or MBBS; or M.Pharma or M.V.Sc or Master's degree in Gernamn Language (for Ph.D in German); or in Economics, Georgraphy, Social work, Psychology, Management, Mathematics, Statistics, Operations Research, Computer Science/Application, Architecture as applicable to the respective departments.
-Master's degree in Engineering/Technology in an appropriate field, or MBA or equivalent degree (post BE/B.Tech) as applicable to the respective departments.
Qualifying in one of the following Entrance Tests is mandatory for candidates (applying for Ph.D in Science Faculty and Interdisciplinary Program) eligible under (a) and desirable for candidates eligible under (b). CSIR-UGC NET for JRF or UGC-NET for JRF or DBT/ICMR JRF or GATE; or JEST or NBHM or IISc Entrance Test.
IISc Entrance Test is conducted in Atmospheric Science, Biological Sciences, Chemistry, Ecological Scienes, Mathematics, Management Studies, Materials Science. (Note: IISc Entrance Test is not conducted in Engineering disciplines).
(ii) COURSE PROGRAMS [ME/M.Tech/M. Des]
(a) ME in Aerospace Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Computer Science & Engineering, Electrical Engineeirng, Mechanical Engineeirng, Materials Engineering, Microelectronics, Signal Processing, Systems Science & Automation, and Telecommunication Engineering.
ELIGIBILITY: Minimum second class in Bachelor's degree in appropriate field of Engineering/Technology or Post B.Sc AIMIE or equivalent degree in Engineering and valid GATE score.
Selection is based on GATE score only.
(b) M.Tech in Electronics Design and Technology, Computational Science, Climate Science(New Program) and Instrumentation.
ELIGIBILITY:
Minimum second class in the qualifying examination:
(i) Electronics Design and Technology: Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Technology with Electronics as one of the subjects of study or Post B.Sc AMIE or equivalent in Engineering or Master's degree in Physics (with Electronics as special subject) and 2 years experience in Electronics harware.
(ii) Computational Science: Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Technology, or Master's degree in Science (in all cases strong mathematical and programming background is required).
(iii) Climate Science: Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Technology, or Master's degree in Physical Science.
(iv) Instrumentation: Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Technology in Instrumentaion/ Instrumentaion 7 Control Engineering/Electronics & Instrumentation/Electronics or Master's degree in Science with specialization in Instrumentation/Electronics.
Section for (i), (ii), (iii) is absed on an aptitude test and interview after short-listing based on the GATE scores and for (iv) based on GATE Score only.
(c) M DES in Product Design & Engineering:
ELIGIBILITY:
Minimum second class in Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Technology/Design/Architecture or Post B.Sc AMIE or equivalent degree in Engineering including Architecture.
Selection is based on the Design Aptitude Test and Interview after short-listing based on GATE/CEED scores.
(iii) INTEGRATED Ph.D PROGRAMS
(i) Biological (ii) Chemical (iii) Physical (iv) Mathamatical Sciences
ELIGIBILITY:
First class in B.Sc Degree under 10+2+3 years systems as indicated below for the various discipline.
(i) Biological Sciences:B.Sc degree in Physical, Chemical or Biological Science (including Pharmaceutical, Veterinary and AGricultural Science).
(ii) Chemical Sciences: B.Sc degree with Chemistry as one of the main subjects with Mathematics at PUC (Plus 2) level.
(iii) Physical Sciences: B.Sc. degre with Physics as a main subject.
(iv) Mathematical Sciences: B.Math or B.Stat or B.Sc or BA degree with Mathematics as one of the subject or Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
All candidates should qualify in IISc Entrance Tst 2008. The short listing of candidates for interview is based on performance in the IISc Entrance Test.
(iv) EXTERNAL REGISTRATION PROGRAM (ERP)
Sciece Faculty (Ph.D only): All departments in the Science Faculty except High Energy Physics.
Engineering Faculty (M.Sc [Engg] & Ph.D): All departments in the Engineering Faculty except Management Studies and Sustainable TEchnologies
ELIGIBILITY:
Qualifications are the same as for regular candidates. Two years experience in the curent employment. AGe NOT greater than 35 years for M.Sc (Engg) and 40 years for Ph.D as on 01-04-2008.
Please note: Entrance Test: or equivalent (like CSIR-UGC/UGC-NET for JRF/DBT/ICMR JRF/GATE/NBHM) is desireable.
Selection is based on performance interview to be conducted at the Institute.
Registration for SC/ST/PH and Kashmiri-Migrant candidates: As per Govt. of India regulations, (Grade/Class of qualifying examination is relaxed to a pass class for SC/ST candidates)
SCHOLARSHIPS: All regular students who join the Institute are eligible for IISc scholarship/fellowship from CSIR/UGC/ICMR/MHRD/AICTE/NBHM/as the case may be. Scholarships from GE/INFOSYS/IBM/HP/TATA/PHILIPS/BELL LAB are available for meritorious students.
HOT TO APPLY
(a) Getting application forms.
Research, Course and Integrated Ph D programme Application Forms can be obtained by any one of the following two methods:
(1) Approach the CANARA BANK Branches* and get the forms against a cash payment of Rs. 700/-.
(2) Send your request for application form with 2 address slips (stickers), program to which admission is sought along with the demand draft for Rs. 700/- for general candidates and Rs.350/- for SC/ST/PH candidates with a copy of the caste/PH certificate to the Deputy Registrar (Academic), Admissions Unit, Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore 560 012. The DD must be drawn in favor of “Registrar, Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore”.
(3) Online application - Online submission of application can be made by accessing the IISc website: www.iisc.nernet.in/admissions. w.e.f.04-02-2008. Online application fee is Rs.500/- for general candidates and Rs.25/- for SC/ST/PH candidates.
Sponsored candidates from DRDO, Defence Services, ISRO, BEL, AIR, BARC, BSF, NAL, must write to the Deputy Registrar (Academic), Admissions Unit, Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore for obtaining application form along with a DD for Rs.700/- drawn in favour of “Registrar, Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore”.
External registration program (ERP)
Candidates should write directly to the Deputy Registrar (Academic), Admissions Unit, IISc, Bangalore - 560 012, with a DD for Rs.1500/- drawn in favour of “Registrar, Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore”..
(b) Submission of application forms.
Filled-in application forms should be submitted to the Deputy Registrar (Academic), Admissions Unit, IISc, Bangalore-560012 on or before 24.03.2008.
Separate application forms should be used for each of the programs viz Research or Course or Integrated Ph.D. Only one application form will be entertained for each program.
IMPORTANT DATES:
Commencement of issue of Application forms through Canara Bank and at IISc and submission of online application: 04-02-2008
Last date for issue of application forms at Canara Bank and IISc and closure of website for submission of online application: 19-03-2008
Last date for receipt of completed application forms both offline and online (hard copy): 24-03-2008
IISc Entrance Test: 27-04-2008
Entrance test [for Research and Int. Ph D only]
DATE : 29th April 2007 (Sunday)
TIME: Research program: 9.00 am - 12.00 noon
Integrated Ph D program: 2.00 pm - 5.00 pm
CENTRES: Ahmedabad, Bangalore, Bhopal, Bhubaneswar, Chandigarh, Chennai, Delhi, Dharwad, Guwahati, Hyderabad, Kanpur, Kolkata, Madurai, Mangalore, Mumbai, Pune, Thiruvananthapuram, Varanasi, and Visakhapatnam
The prospective applicants may contact concerned Departments for more details regarding specific programs. Details can also be obtained by visiting their Home page http://www.iisc.ernet.in/.
Note: Posters giving information about admission to IISc displayed at all branches of Canara Bank, and are sent to Engineering/Science Colleges and Universities.
* Select Canara Bank Branches where applications are issued:
Bank Branches: Ahmedabad (Bhadra), Allahabad (MG Marg), Amritsar (DS Market), Bangalore (IISc. Campus, Indiranagar, Jayanagar Complex, Majestic), Bhopal (Berasia Rd), Bhubaneshwar (Bapujinagar), Calicut (Cherooty Rd), Chandigarh (Sector 17C), Chennai (Mount Road, T.Nagar, Guindy), Coimbatore (RS Puram), Delhi (Karolbagh, RK Puram, F-19, Connaught Circus), Dharwad (Market), Durgapur, Ernakulam (South), Gulbarga (Fort Rd), Guwahati (Fancy Bazar), Hyderabad (Abids Rd), Jaipur (Arvind Marg), Jamshedpur (Gulmohar Market), Kanpur (Mall Rd), Kolhapur (Laxmipuram), Kolkata (Chowringhee, Jadavpur, Brabourne Rd), Madurai (Grand Central), Mangalore (Hampankatta), Mumbai (Fort, Dadar West, Santacruz East, Chembur, New Mumbai), Mysore (Statue Square), Nagpur (Central Avenue), Panaji, Patna (South Gandhi Maidan), Pondicherry, Pune (Camp), Rourkela, Secunderabad (MG Rd), Srinagar (Residency Rd), Surat (Kotsafil Road), Surathkal (Main Rd), Thiruvananthapuram (Puthechanthai), Tiruchi (Teppakulam), Tirupathi, Vadodara (Raopura), Varanasi (Bansphatak), Vijayawada (Gandhinagar), Visakhapatnam (Suryabagh), Warangal (Station Rd).