KERALA AGRICULTURAL UNIVERSITY

ADMISSION NOTIFICATION 2008 for Admission to B.Sc. Co-operation and Banking [B.Sc. (C and;B) Course

Main Campus, Vellanikkara, Thrissur-680656.

No. Acad/C1/4216/08(ii) Dated. 13.5.2008

ADMISSION NOTIFICATION

Applications are invited in the prescribed form for admission to B.Sc. Co-operation and Banking [B.Sc. (C&B)] course at the College of Co-operation, Banking and Management, Vellanikkara for the year 2008.

Eligibility for admission :
Pass in Higher Secondary Examination of the Board of Higher Secondary Education, Kerala or examinations recognized equivalent thereto with a minimum aggregate of 50% marks. A pass in the qualifying examination is enough in the case of SC/ST candidates.

Application fees of Rs. 300/- for general category and Rs. 150/- for SC/ST category should be remitted as demand draft in favour of the Comptroller, KAU, Vellanikkara Thrissur payable at SBT, KAU Branch along with filled in application form. No other mode of payment will be accepted.

Last date of receipt of filled in application form – 25/06/2008.

Address to which application is to be sent – The Registrar, Kerala Agricultural University, KAU. P.O, Vellanikkara, Thrissur, Kerala – 680 656.

Application form and Prospectus will be availbale in the KAU website www.kau.edu. Last date of receipt of filled in application form at the office of teh Registrar, Kerala Agricultural University, Vellanikkara is 25.06.2008

Application form and prospectus are available here for download. (These documents are in Adobe Acrobat PDF format. It is advisable to download these PDF files to your computer and then open them from there. To download these files to your computer, right click on the respective links and select "Save Target As...". In order to view and print these, Adobe Acrobat Reader or any other standard PDF reader should already be installed on your computer or this can be downloaded freely from www.adobe.com/products/acrobat/readstep2.html)

ALAGAPPA UNIVERSITY,KARAIKUDI.

ADMISSION NOTIFICATION 2008-2009 for B.Ed, M.Ed, MBA, MCA, MSc - Nano Science and Technology, Biotechnology, Bioinformatic

(A State University established by the Govt. of Tamil Nadu)
Accredited with “A” Grade by ‘NAAC’
Alagappa Nagar, Karaikudi-630003


ADMISSION NOTIFICATION 2008-2009

Applications for admission to the following Regular Post Graduate, Graduate, Diploma Programmes are invited from candidates possessing the qualifications specified against each Programme.

Last Date for Receipt of Completed Applications is extended upto: 09-06-2008

Date and Time of Entrance Test:
B.Ed: 14.06.2008 - 10 to 12 pm
M.Ed: 14.06.2008 - 2 to 4 pm.
MBA: 15.06.2008 - 10 to 12 pm
MCA: 15.06.2008 - 2 to 4 pm.
M.Sc (Biotechnology): 14.06.2008 - 2 to 4 pm.
Centers: Chennai & Karaikudi

Programmes Offered:

School of Management:
1. MBA (Master of Business Administration)
2. MBA (Banking and Insurance)
3. MBA (Corporate Secretaryship)
4. MBA (International Business & ECommerce)
Eligibility: A Pass in any Degree under 10+2+3 pattern

5. M.Com
Eligibility: B.Com/B.B.A/B.A. Cooperation/BBM/B.A. Corporate Secretaryship/B.A. Economics with Accountancy as ancillary.


School of Computer Science:
6.MCA (Master of Computer Applications)
Eligibility: A first class Degree in Physics / Chemistry with ancillary Maths / Statistics / Computer Science / Applied Science / B.com. / B.B.A/ B.E./equivalent there to in the related disciplines. (for SC/ST candidates 55%)

7. M.Sc. Computer Science
Eligibility: B.Sc. Computer Science / Bachelor of Computer Applications/equivalent there to in the related disciplines minimum 55%

8. MCA (WE)
Eligibility: Degree in Physics / Chemistry with ancillary Maths /Statistics / Computer Science / Applied Science / B.com./ B.B.A/ B.E./equivalent there to in the related disciplines with 50% marks.


School of Biotechnology:
9. M.Sc. Biotechnology
Eligibility: Bachelor’s degree in Physical (Physics & Chemistry), Biological (Botany & Zoology), Biochemistry, MicroBiology, Biotechnology, Agricultural, Veterinary, Fisheries Sciences, Pharmacy/ Engineering / Technology or equivalent degree with at least 55% Marks

10. M.Sc. Bio Informatics
Eligibility: B.Sc. Any subject, B.Sc (Agriculture), B.V.Sc, B.Pharm, B.Tech, M.B.B.S (any degree equalent thereto 55% of marks.

11. M.Sc – Bio Electronics & Bio sensor
Eligibility: B.Sc Degree in Science Subjects

12. M.Sc – Animal Health & Management
Eligibility: Any degree (B.Sc/B.E/M.B.B.S/B.V.Sc) preferably with Biology, Zoology or Botany based atleast in the +2 level.


School of Nano Science:
13. M.Sc – Nano Science
Eligibility: B.Sc (Maths), Physics, Biology as main subject or B.Sc Applied Maths , Applied Physics, Electronics, Nuclear Physics, Bio Physics, Industrial Chemistry, Polymer Chemistry, Applied Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Biotechnology, Nano Biotechnology, Bio Chemistry and Micro Biology


School of Marine Sciences:
14. M.Sc. Oceanography and Coastal Area Studies (Thondi Campus)
Eligibility: B.Sc. in Zoology / Botany / Chemistry / Fishery Science /Earth Science / Physics / Agriculture / Microbiology /Applied Sciences or equivalent thereof in the related disciplines at least 50% marks for SC/ST 45% marks.


School of Languages:
15. M.A.Tamil
Eligibility: B.A/B.Litt Degree with Tamil B.A, B.Sc under Part I or Part III.

16. M.A. Communicative English
Eligibility: B.A. English Lit./B.A. or B.Sc. with Part – II English


School of Women’s Studies:
17. M.A. Women’s Studies
Eligibility: Degree in any discipline, men can also apply.

18. M.S.W. Master of Social Work
Eligibility: Degree in any discipline


School of Mathematics:
19. M.Sc. Mathematics
Eligibility: B.Sc. Maths / Applied Maths/ Special Maths

School of Physics:
20. M.Sc Physics
Eligibility: B.Sc. Physics / Applied Science / Special Physics /Electronics (Minimum of 55% in Part III, for SC/ST candidates 45%)


School of Chemistry:
21. M.Sc. Industrial Chemistry Specialization in Textile Chemistry
Specialization in Electro Chemistry
Eligibility: B.Sc. Chemistry / Special Chemistry / Industrial Chemistry / Textile Chemistry / Electro Chemistry / Applied Chemistry / Applied Science and any two of Maths, Physics, Textile Chemistry / Electro Chemistry, Botany, Zoology, Computer Application, Microbiology as ancillary subjects with a minimum of 55% in Part III, SC/ST candidates 45% .

School of Education: Department of Education
22. M.Ed. (1 year)
Eligibility: B.Ed. with 50% in aggregate’ those who have completed the B.Ed course also may apply.

23. College of Education
B.Ed
Eligibility: A degree in Tamil/ English /Mathematics/Physics/Chemistry/ Botany/zoology//History with Marks. For O.C 50%,B.C 45%, M.B.C 43% SC/ ST 40% in Part III & allied Subject. For Commerce M.Com; alone are eligible.

School of Physical Education:
24. *D.P.Ed. (Two years)
Eligibility: The candidates possessing the qualification of +2 (12 years of schooling) with 45% marks are eligible. For those who have participated in State and National Level Sports events, the minimum percentage of marks in +2 should be 40%.
Age: 17-25 years for OC/BC/MBC; 17-30 years for SC/ST/Widow/Orphan/Deserted women.

25. *B.P.Ed.(1 year)
Eligibility: Graduate in Physical Education (ie) BPE Course or its equivalent of three years duration or Graduate who has secured 1st , 2nd and 3rd position in intercollegiate sports / games tournaments / possessing NCC ‘C” certificate / or / passed basic course in Adventure course or Graduate with 1 year Training programme in Sports Science, Sports Management, Sports Coaching, Yoga Olympic Education, Sports Journalism etc.,

26. *M.P.Ed. (2 years)
Eligibility: B.P.Ed.


School of Library & Information Science:
27. B.L.I.Sc (1 year) Bachelor of Library & Information Science
Eligibility: Any under graduate degree from recognized University.

28. M.L.I.Sc (1 year)
Eligibility: B.L.I.Sc

29. C.L.I.Sc (3 months)
Eligibility: H.Sc or +2 pass


*For the courses offered by the School of Physical Education, eligible Candidates would be selected on the basis of an Medical Test, Physical Efficiency Test and Games Test to be conducted at the AUCPE Campus and the dates will be notified separately.

Application Cost:
1. Rs. 500 (Rs.250/for SC/ST) for MBA / MCA
2. Rs.300/(Rs.150/for SC/ST) for all other courses.

Application and Prospectus can be obtained from the undersigned on requisition along with a crossed Bank Draft drawn in favour of The Registrar, Alagappa University payable at Karaikudi by enclosing a selfaddressed stamped (Rs.15.00) envelope of 35cm x 10 cm. SC/ST candidates should submit attested Xerox copy of the Community Certificate along with the requisition letter.

Application can also be downloaded from the website www.alagappauniversity.ac.in Downloaded filled in application should be accompanied by a DD for the specified amount. Candidates appearing for the final year / semester examination can also apply

Last Date for Receipt of Completed Applications is extended upto: 09-06-2008

Karaikudi:
Dt:10.05.08

Dr.E.Ilamathian,
Registrar.

SRM SCHOOL OF JOURNALISM AND MASS COMMUNICATION

Admission 2008 for B.A. in Journalism and Mass Communication, PG Diploma in Journalism Courses

Under section 3 of UGC Act 1956)
ENGINEERING, MEDICINE, MANAGEMENT, SCIENCE AND HUMANITIES

Journalism is the Future

Admission 2008

SRM SCHOOL OF JOURNALISM AND MASS COMMUNICATION

The School of Journalism and Mass Communication lays emphasis on hands-on training and developing students into excellent Journalists and Communicators.

Part of a four decade legacy in education, SRM university is now one of the most preferred destinations for quality education in India. SRM is known for its international collaborations, rich infrastructure, eminent faculty and multi-cultural student community.

COURSES:
B.A. in Journalism and Mass Communication (Kattankulathur Campus)
PG Diploma in Journalism (West Mambalam Campus)

Eligibility: A pas in 10+2 from any recognised board in India (for B.A.) and a pass in B.A. or any other Degree from any recognised University in India (for PGDJ)

Application procedure: The application forms will be available at the University Office in West Mambalam and at the Office of the School of Journalism, University campus, Kattankulathur on payment of Rs.350/- by DD favouring SRMIST, payable at Chennai. The Application form may also be downloaded form the University website, www.srmuniv.ac.in

IMPORTANT DATES
Last Date for receipt of application: June 15, 2008
Courses begin in : July 2008

For further details contact:
Admission Coordinator, School of Journalism and Mass Communication, 3rd Floor, MBA Block, SRM University, Kattankulathur-603203. Kancheepuram Dist, Tamil Nadu. Ph: +91-44-27455715 Extn. 7023
Mobile: +91-9443937428/ 9940065971
Email: venkat.pulapaka@gmail.com

AUSTRALIAN SCHOLARSHIPS

THE ENDEAVOUR SCHOLARSHIPS, AUSTRALIAN LEADERSHIP AWARDS (ALA)

AUSTRALIAN GOVERNMENT


The Pathway to Excellence

The Australian Government offers a range of study and research wards available to candidates in the Asia-Pacific region, including India.

THE ENDEAVOUR SCHOLARSHIPS
Bring to Australia leading researchers, executives and students to undertake short or long-term study, research and professional development in a broad range of disciplines, and enables Australians to do the same in India. The Program is competitive and is managed by Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations (DEEWR).

Endeavour Scholarships include four types of awards:
1. Postgraduate and Postdoctoral Awards (1-5 years)
2. Vocational Education & Training Awards (1-2.5 years)
3. Executive Awards (1-4 months)
4. Student Exchanges

Deadline for all awards is 31st July 2008

For more information on eligibility criteria, application forms, required documentation and referee reports for different categories, please log on to:
www.endeavour.dest.gov.au


AUSTRALIAN LEADERSHIP AWARDS (ALA)
For longer-term post-graduate study in Australia at Masters or Doctoral level. The scholarships are for those who have the potential to assume leadership roles and can influence social and economic policy reform and development outcomes at home and in the region. Te scheme is managed by the Australian Agency for International Development (AusAID). Applications are open to all fields of study However, applications are encouraged from those in international trade, pandemics, security and climate change (including clean energy).

Applicants should have a record of high-level undergraduate or postgraduate academic achievement, advanced English language ability and an unconditional offer form an Australian University. An IELTS/TOEFL score in mandatory.

For more information on eligibility criteria, application forms, required documentation and referee reports for different categories, please log on to:
www.australianscholarships.gov.au

Applications can be submitted online or by post, to : Scholarships Officer, Australian High Commission, 21 Gregory’s Road, Colombo 7, Sri Lanka.

Deadline for submission of applications: 30 June 2008.

SUN, SURYA and UDAYA Group of Institutions

ADMISSION NOTIFICATION 2008 for BE, B.Tech, MBA, MCA, MSc, Polytechnic courses

(Approved by AICTE & Affiliated to Anna University, DOTE & M.S. University)


ADMISSION NOTIFICATION

Sun Nagar, Erachakulam. P.O-629902
Kanyakumari District, Tamil Nadu
Phone: 04652-281462 , 63 Fax: 04652-281466

Udaya Nagar, Vellamodi, Ammandivilai P.O-629204
Kanyakumari District, Tamil Nadu
Phone: 04651-239900 , 01, 02 Fax: 04651-239903

Admission started

Engineering Courses Offered
BE/ B.Tech Anna University First Year/ Lateral Entry
1. ECE
2. CSE
3. EEE
4. CIVIL
5. IT
6. Mechanical
7. Bio-Medical
8. Bio-technology

P.G. COURSES Anna University
9. M.C.A (3 years)
10. M.B.A (2 years)
11. M.Sc (Computer Technology)
12. M.Sc (IT)*
13. M.Sc(Software Engineering)* (5 years after +2)

Polytechnical Courses Offered
Polytechnical Diploma First Year/ Lateral Entry
1. ECE
2. CSE
3. EEE
4. CIVIL
5. IT
6. Mechanical
7. Automobile Engineering

Arts and Science Courses Offered M.S. University, Tirunelveli
1. Computer Science
2. Bio-Technology
3. Information Technology
4. B.Com with Computer Application
5. Microbiology

College of Education
1. Tamil
2. English
3.Commerce
4. Maths
5.Physical Science

* Subjected to be approved

SPOT ADMISION CENTRE
TRIVANDRUM: TC 38/432, GOMATHI NIVAS KOCHAR ORAD, CHENTHITTA.
PH: 0471-6535865 MOB: 9387975823

ADMISSION HELPLINE 9387975821 TO 30

Note: B.Sc. Graduates with Maths as one subject can join BE/ B.Tech Second Year.

COMMON ENTRANCE TEST FOR PONDICHERRY PRIVATE MEDICAL COLLEGES (CETPPMC - 2008)

MBBS course for Management Seats

PONDICHERRY LINGUISTIC AND RELIGIOUS MINORITY MEDICAL AND DENTAL COLLEGES WELFARE ASSOCIATION (Reg.no.120 of 2004)

COMMON ENTRANCE TEST FOR PONDICHERRY PRIVATE MEDICAL COLLEGES (CETPPMC - 2008)

Mahathma Gandhi Medical College & Research Institute Complex
Pillaiyarkuppam, Pondicherry-607402

NOTIFICATION


Candidates seeking admission for the first year MBBS course for Management Seats offered by the colleges mentioned below for the Academic year 2008-2009 should appear in the Common Entrance Test (CETPPMC-2008)

1. Mahathma Gandhi Medical College & Research Institute Phone: 0413 - 2615449 / 803 / 804
2. The Pondicherry Institute of Medical Sciences, Phone: 0413 - 2656271 / 272
3. Sri Manakula Vinayagar Medical College & Hospital Phone: 0413 - 2643014/015
4. Sri Venkateswaraa Medical College Hospital & Research Centre, Phone: 0413 - 2644482 , 2645927

Qualification:
A pass in Higher Secondary with English, Biology, Physics, & Chemistry 50% Marks in aggregate (40% for SC/ OBC candidates) with English as a subject.

Admission:
Candidates desirous of appearing in CETPPMC 2008, apply directly to The Convenor, Pondicherry Linguistic & Religious Minority Medical and Dental Colleges Welfare Association, Mahatma Gandhi Medical College & Research Institute Complex, Pillaiyarkuppam, Pondicherry – 607402.

The Application can be obtained from the Association office at Pillaiyarkuppam and also from the above mentioned colleges by post or in person. The cost of The application form: Rs.600/- in person by cash or Rs.650/- by demand draft Drawn in favour of PLRMMDCWA (Pondicherry Linguistic & Religious Minority Medical And Dental College Welfare Association), payable at Puducherry.

Application form can be downloaded from the websites. For More Details Visit their website:
Websites:
www.balajitrust.org
www.pimsmmm.org
www.smvmch.ac.in
www.svmcpondy.com

EXAMINATION SCHEDULE:
21-06-2008 - 10.30 AM to 12.30 NOON (PHYSICS & CHEMISTRY)
02.00 PM to 4.00 PM (BOTANY & ZOOLOGY)

COMMUNICATION ADDRESS
COMMON ENTRANCE TEST FOR PONDICHERRY PRIVATE MEDICAL COLLEGES (CETPPMC)
Mahatma Gandhi Medical College and Research Institute Complex, Puduvai-Cuddalore Main Road, Pillaiyarkuppam, Puducherry 607402.

The completed application form should reach the office before 5 pm on 14.06.2008 CETPPMC will not be responsible for postal or any other delay. Incomplete/ Wrongly filled application will be summarily rejected. The application received after the due date and time will also be summarily rejected and no further correspondence in the matter will be entertained.

TEST CENTRES
Following are the Member Colleges of the Association, which are also the centers for Sale of Entrance Test application along with the application form for admission Conducting Entrance Test for admission into the seats available under Management Quota.

Name and Address of the Colleges
1. Mahathma Gandhi Medical College & Research Institute
Puduvai-Cuddalore Main Road, Pillaiyarkuppam, Puducherry 607402
Phone: 0413 - 2615449 / 803 / 804

2. The Pondicherry Institute of Medical Sciences
Gnapathy Chettikulam, Kalapet, Puducherry 605014
Phone: 0413 - 2656271 / 272

3. Sri Manakula Vinayagar Medical College & Hospital
Kalitheerthal Kuppam, Puducherry 605107
Phone: 0413 - 2643014/015

4. Sri Venkateswaraa Medical College Hospital & Research Centre
Pondy Villupuram Main Road, Ariyur, Puducherry-605102
Phone: 0413 - 2644482 , 2645927

1. The students will have to take an Objective Type Test in the subjects of Physics, Chemistry, Botany & Zoology.
2. Admission / No. of seats available are subject to MCI / Ministry of Health and Family Welfare Approval of the concerned Colleges.
3. The Candidates should send copy of the mark list of the qualifying examination within 10 days after the declaration of results by the concerned authority to claim admission in the Management Seats on the basis of the rank list.

Note: Admission made is provisional and are subject to approval of respective authorities as prescribed by the Puducherry State Government. No further correspondence will be entertained on any matters pertaining to the CETPPMC 2008.


IMPORTANT DATES:
The Last Date for receipt of Completed application form: 14th June 2008
Entrance Test: 21st June 2008
Publication of Rank List: 28th June 2008
Counselling on : 5th July 2008
Classes Commence by: 1st Week of August 2008

INDIRA GANDHI NATIONAL OPEN UNIVERSITY,NEW DELHI.

IGNOU ADMISSION TO MANAGEMENT PROGRAMME [MP]-OPENMAT-XXIV [MBA, DIM, PGDIM, PGDHRM, PGDFM, PGDOM, PGDMM]

Website: www.ignou.ac.in


ADMISSION TO
MANAGEMENT PROGRAMME [MP]-OPENMAT-XXIV


IGNOU invites applications for the following Degree/Diploma programme in management:
PROGRAMMES ON OFFER
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Diploma in Management (DIM)
Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDIM)
Post Graduate Diploma in Human Resource Management (PGDHRM)
Post Graduate Diploma in Financial Management (PGDFM)
Post Graduate Diploma in Operations Management (PGDOM)
Post Graduate Diploma in Marketing Management (PGDMM)

All the above programmes have multi-media design, using technology aided delivery systems. These are offered through countrywide network of study centres. The University will be admitting the students for the above degree/diplomas in Management starting from January 2009 and July 2009 through an entrance test 'OPENMAT-XXIV' to be held on Sunday, the 17th August, 2008 all over the country.

ELIGIBILITY FOR ADMISSION
Bachelor’s Degree with 3 years of supervisory/managerial/professional experience* OR
Professional Degree in Engineering/Technology/Medicine/Architecture/Law/Pharmacy etc. OR
Professional Qualifications in Accountancy/Cost and Works Accountancy/Company Secretaryship, etc. OR
A Master’s degree in any subject.
(The University may consider other degrees to this list of equivalent professional degree/qualification, if required.)

Note: Non-Graduates with 6 years Supervisory/ Managerial/ Professional experience* are eligible to apply for DIM only. The candidates who have completed 10+2 or its equivalent qualification will be treated as Non-Graduates.
*Experience means work experience during or after acquiring the qualification as specified. Work experience requirement of 3/6 years should be fulfilled as on 31st October, 2008 for January, 2009 and 30th April, 2009 for July, 2009 session.

There is no age bar for any of the Programmes.

FOR FOREIGN STUDENTS
Foreign students residing in India are eligible to seek admission in IGNOU programmes who have valid student visa for the minimum duration of the programme. Such students are required to remit the fee at par with foreign students (fee structure of foreign students could be downloaded from the website www.ignou.ac.in) . Admission of foreign students residing in India will be processed by the International Division of the University after ensuring their antecedents from the Ministry of External Affairs/Ministry of Human Resource Development. Programmes with fixed number of seats are not opened for foreign students.

Filled in form for Entrance Test 'OPENMAT-XXIV' must reach, the Registrar (SR&E), IGNOU, Maidan Garhi, New Delhi-110068, by registered Post/ Speed Post on or before 15th July, 2008.

WALK IN ADMISSION
Candidates who qualify entrance test can submit the registration form, available in the Student Handbook & Prospectus to the respective Regional Centres alongwith the required fee latest by 30th November, 2008 alongwith Result Card, Identity Card and other relevant documents, for admission cycle starting from January, 2009 and by 31st May 2009 for admission cycle starting from July, 2009.

NOTE: Provision for on line registration for admission to the successful candidates will be made available on the university website (www.ignou.ac.in) after declaration of the entrance test result.

'Student Handbook & Prospectus for Management Programme 2009', can be obtained from the Registrar (SR&E), IGNOU, Maiden Garhi, New Delhi-110068 and from all the Regional Centres of IGNOU whose addresses are given below, by sending a sum of Rs.550/- through a Demand Draft/IPO in favour of IGNOU payable at New Delhi/city of concerned Regional Centre or by paying Rs.500/- in cash at the respective sale counters. Please write your name and address on the back of the DD/IPO.

Last Date for receipt of request for 'STUDENT HANDBOOK & PROSPECTUS' by post is 30th June, 2008, however, the same will also be available at the respective sale counter till the last date (15th July, 2008) of receipt of application form at SR&E.

Application form and prospectus can also be downloaded from the website: www.ignou.ac.in and sent alongwith a DD/IPO for Rs.550/- in favour of IGNOU payable at New Delhi by Registered / Speed Post to: Registrar (SR&E), Block-12, IGNOU, Maidan Garhi, New Delhi-110068.

Prospectus will be sent to such applicants after receipt of Rs.550/- as explained above.

ADDRESSES OF REGIONAL CENTRES
(1) HOUSE NO.3-5-909 HIMAYATNAGAR NARAYANGUDA MAIN ROAD HIMAYAT NAGAR, HYDERABAD - 500 029 (2) JNR MAHAVIDYALALA, PORT BLAIR-744104 (3) NAVAGIRI ROAD, 1ST BYE-LANE, CHANDMARI, GUWAHATI-781003, ASSAM. (4) 2ND FLOOR, BISCOMAUN TOWER, WEST GANDHI MAIDAN, PATNA-800001 (5) 52, TUGHLAKABAD INSTT. AREA, NEAR BATRA HOSPITAL, NEW DELHI-110062 (6) OPP. NIRMA INSTT. OF TECHNOLOGY, SARKHEJ-GANDHI NAGAR, HIGHWAY, CHHARODI, AHMEDABAD-382481 (7) OLD GOVT. COLLEGE CAMPUS, RAILWAY STATION ROAD, KARNAL-132001 (8) CHAUHAN NIWAS BULDING, KHALINI, SHIMLA-171002 (9) N.S.S.S. KALYAN KENDRA NO.293, 39TH CROSS, 8TH BLOCK, JAYANAGAR, BANGALORE-560082 (10) KALOOR, CHOCHIN-682017 (11) SANCHI COMPLEX, OPP. BOARD OF SECONDARY EDN., SHIVAJI NAGAR., BHOPAL-462016 (12) 1ST FLOOR MSFC BUILDING, 270, SENAPATI BAPAT ROAD, PUNE 411016 (13) SUNNY LODGE, NONGTHYAMMAI, NONG SHILLANG, SHILLONG -793014 (14) C-1, INSTITUTIONAL AREA, BHUBANESWAR-751013 (15) 70/79, SECTOR-7, PATEL MARG, MANSAROVAR, JAIPUR-302020 (16) C.I.T. CAMPUS, TARAMANI, CHENNAI-600113 (17) B-1/33,SECT. -H, ALIGANJ, LUCKNOW-226024 (18) BIKASH BHAWAN, 4TH FLOOR, NORTH BLOCK, SALT LAKE BIDHAN NAGAR, KOLKATA-700091 (19) GANDHI SMRITI & DARSHAN SAMITI, RAJGHAT, NEW DELHI-226024 (20) SPMR COLLEGE OF COMMERCE, CANAL ROAD, JAMMU-180001 (21) MANTOO HOUSE, RAJ BAGH, NEAR MASJID AL-FAROOQ, SRI NAGAR-190008 (22) NANOOR KHERA, TAPOVAN RAIPUR ROAD, DEHRADUN-248001, UTTARANCHAL (23) 457/A, ASHOK NAGAR, RANCHI-834002 JHARKHAND (24) GAIRIGAON, TADONG, PO, SHUMBUK HOUSE, GANTOK, SIKKIM-737102 (25) HORNHILL COMPLEX, 'C' SECTOR (NEAR CENTRAL SCH.) NAHARIAGU, ITANAGAR-791110. (26) ASHA JINA COMPLEX NORTH AOC, IMPHAL, MANIPUR-795001. (27) LAL BULAIA BUILDING, M.G. ROAD, KHATLA, (NEAR CENTRAL YMA OFF.),AIZWAL, MIZORAM-796001 (28) MBB COLLEGE COMPOUND, PO AGARTALA COLLEGE, AGARTALA, TRIPURA-799004. (29) NH.39, OPP. DZUVURU (MOHN KHOLA) I.O.C. KOHIMA, NAGALAND-797001 (30) ITI BUILDING, BULEPUR, (DISTRICT LUDHIANA) KHANNA-141401 (31) REST HOUSE & EM, OFFICE HALL, SECTOR-1, SHANKAR NAGAR, RAIPUR-492007 CHHATTISGARH (32) 2ND FLOOR, RAJSHEKHAR BHAVAN RANI DURGAVATI VISHVAVIDHYLYA CAMPUS, PACHPEDHI JABALPUR-482001 MADHYA PRADESH (33) DISTT, AGARICULTURE OFFICE ROAD, BEHIND PANCHAYAT BHAVAN KORAPUT - 764020, ORISSA (34) DEPT. OF CONT. EDU. BUILDING SAURASHTRA UNIVERSITY CAMPUS, RAJKOT-360005. GUJARAT (35) CSI INSTITUTIONAL CAMPUS, T.P. ROAD NH-7 PASUMALI, MADURAI-625004. (36) LNMU CAMPUS, KAMESHWARA NAGAR, DARBHANGA, BIHAR-846004 (37) 4/1339, A NEW SIR SYED NAGAR DODHPUR CIVIL LINES ALIGARH-20202 (38) IGNOUR RC, GANDHI BHAWAN, BHU CAMPUS, VARANASI, UTTARPRADESH-221005 (39) NETAJI MORE, SUHASH PALLY, SILIGURI-734001.

NOTE: Application from Army, Air Force, Navy and A. Rifles can obtain "Student Handbook & Prospectus" from the following Recognised Regional Centres:
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Form is also available at www.ignou.ac.in

REGISTRAR (SR&E)

The filled in form with the requisite fee is to be sent to:
Registrar (SR&E)
Indira Gandhi National Open University
Maidan Garhi, New Delhi-110 068

IGNOU is a CENTRAL UNIVERSITY established by an Act of Parliament in 1985 (Act No. 50 of 1985). IGNOU Degrees/Diplomas/Certificates are recognised by all the members of the Association of Indian Universities (AIU) and at par with Degrees/Diplomas/Certificates of all Indian Universities/Deemed Universities/Institutions vide UGC Circular No. F. 1-8/92 (CPP) dated February 1992 & AIU Circular No. EV/B (449)/94/176915-177115 dated January 1994.

INDIRA GANDHI NATIONAL OPEN UNIVERSITY,NEW DELHI.

IGNOU B.Sc. (NAUTICAL SCIENCE) – AUGUST 2008 SESSION ADMISSION NOTICE

B.Sc. (NAUTICAL SCIENCE) – AUGUST 2008 SESSION


Indira Gandhi National Open University and the Directorate General of Shipping (DGS), Mumbai announce admissions in B.Sc. (Nautical Science) programme commencing on 1st August 2008. This programme of IGNOU has been developed in collaboration with the DGS and is aimed at orienting the cadets for the equivalent life at sea by providing vocationally oriented education and training so as to help them become officers in the Merchant Navy.

The eligibility conditions are:
(A) Educational (1) 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics (PCM) with not less than 55% marks in PCM aggregate from a recognized Board OR with Physics as an individual subject in any one of the years of B. Sc with not less than 50% marks in the final year of B.Sc. from a recognized University provided that the candidate must have passed 10+2 examination with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics (PCM) from a recognized Board OR B.E./B.Tech. Degree from I.I.T or from a college/ University recognized by AICTE/ UGC/ DEC. And (2) Should have passed with not less than 50% marks in English as a subject, at either 10th or 12th standard or in the Degree course, conducted by a Board or University.
[Note: Those appearing in educational eligibility qualifying examination are also eligible to apply provided they meet all the eligibility criteria on or before the commencement of the programme and produce the certificates to that effect.]
(B) Age (As on 1st August, 2008): Not more than 20 years in case of 10+2 pass, 22 years in case of B.Sc. Degree and 24 years in case of B.E./B.Tech. The age limit is relaxable by 2 years for female candidates and 5 years for SC/ST candidates.
(C) Physical and Medical Standards: Medically fit as per the standards prescribed by M. S. Medical Examination Rules, 2000, and Eye sight: 6/6 in each eye without visual aids and normal colour vision. [Note: The candidates are advised to get them medically examined so as to avoid any last minute embarrassment.]

Selection Procedure:
Candidates will be selected on the basis of an Entrance Test (OPENNET) to be held on 15th June, 2008 (Sunday) 10AM – 1 PM. Reservation in number of seats shall be as prescribed by the Government of India. For further details please refer to the Student Handbook and Prospectus. As per the latest guidelines issued by the DG Shipping, Mumbai, it is now mandatory for all the candidates to qualify in OPENNET to seek admission in B.Sc. (Nautical Science) programme of IGNOU-DGS, irrespective of whether their candidature is sponsored by a Shipping Company/ Manning Agents or not.

Last Date of submission of Application: 27th May, 2008.

The Programme will be offered through selected Training Institutes approved by DGS and IGNOU. Details of these Institutes are available in the Students Handbook and Prospectus .

The Prospectus can be obtained from IGNOU headquarters, New Delhi on weekdays during working hours on payment of Rs.100/- in cash from 25th April, 2008 or downloaded from IGNOU website i.e. www.ignou.ac.in. The filled-in Application form (Form-A) along with the requisite fee of Rs.500/- (Rs.600/- in case of downloaded forms) in the form of Demand Draft drawn in favour of IGNOU payable at Delhi should reach in an envelope super-scribed “Application form for B.Sc. (Nautical Science)” to the Registrar (SR&ED), Block-12, Indira Gandhi National Open University, Maidan Garhi, New Delhi – 110068 on or before the last date of submission of applications.

Live interaction with prospective candidates: 27th April 2008 (Sunday) & 12th May 2008 (Monday), 12:00 -13:45 PM

There shall be Two live interaction sessions with the prospective candidates on Gyan Darshan-2 TV Channel (the Teleconferencing channel of IGNOU) on 27th April 2008 (Sunday) 12:00 -13:45 PM & 12th May 2008 (Monday), 12:00 -13:45 PM. This channel is available on Doordarshan’s Free DTH service and Zee’s DishTV DTH (Channel no. 1590). The candidates, employing shipping companies and their manning agents, Training Institutes can ask their questions on All India Toll-Free no. 1800-11-2345 (from MTNL and BSNL landlines) during the interaction. The other Direct Phones in the Studios are 011-29532844/45 and 011-29536131 and fax number in the Studios is 011-2953613. Capt. J. S. Uppal, Dy. Nautical Adviser to the Govt. of India, Directorate General of Shipping, Mumbai, Capt. K.S. Varadkar, the Domain Expert, IGNOU, and Dr. Shiv Kumar Vyas, Project/Programme Coordinator, IGNOU shall be participating in the session from the Studios at New Delhi. While asking your question please reduce the volume of television set.

Note: The Entrance Test (OPENNET) will also be conducted at MUMBAI Examination Centre Code: 99