Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) PHd Admission and Scholarships 2010

Applications are invited for admission to the Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) programme, starting in July 2010 in the following departments. The areas of research at IIT Patna are as follows

Computer Science and Engineering: Networking, Computer Security, Mobile Computing, Software Engineering, Machine Learning, Quantum Computing

Electrical Engineering: Estimation and Control, Digital Communication, Signal Processing for Communication, Communication Networks, Optical Communication and Networking, VLSI, Microwave and Electromagnetic Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, High Voltage Engineering, Energy Harvesting, Renewable Energy, Power Electronics and Drives, Smart Grid

Mechanical Engineering: Vibration, Soft tissue mechanics, Manufacturing, Condition monitoring, Micro/Nano manufacturing, smart materials, Biomedical robotics, Computational mechanics, Fracture, FEM, Composite, Heat transfer, Boiling and Condensation, Two-phase flows, Refrigeration and Air-conditioning, Computational Fluid Dynamics, Turbulence Flows, Interfacial flows in yield stress fluid, Laser material processing, Flow of granular materials, Rotor Dynamics

Chemistry: Organic, Inorganic, Physical and Polymer Chemistry

Mathematics: Number Theory, Numerical Analysis, Wavelets Analysis, Algebraic Topology, Combinatorial Topology, Mathematical Control Theory, Nonlinear Functional Analysis, Optimal Control, Optimal Control for Partial Differential Equations, Mathematical Programming, Support Vector Machines, Fuzzy Optimization, Statistical Decision Theory and Statistical Inference, Tomography, Mathematical Biology, Mathematics finance, Computational Topology and Geometry, Scientific computing, Reliability
Physics: Condensed Matter Physics (Magnetic Nanomaterials, Superconductivity, CMR Materials, Molecular Electronics, Conjugated Polymer/ Metal Interface; Theory and Experiment)
Optics (Optical Cryptography, Digital Holography, Optical Pattern Recognition, Fractional Fourier Transform; Theory and Experiment)



Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Roorkee Admissions to Postgraduate, Ph.D and Post-Doctoral Fellowship Programmes 2010

Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Roorkee Admissions to Postgraduate, Ph.D and Post-Doctoral Fellowship Programmes 2010

Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras Admissions to M.Tech programmes 2010

Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras Admissions to M.Tech programmes 2010. Applications are invited for admission to M.Tech programme
M.Tech programme is offered in the departments of Aerospace engineering, Applied Mechanics, chemical engineering, civil engineering, computer science and engineering, electrical engineering, mathematics (industrial mathematics and scientific computing), mechanical engineering, metallurgical and materials engineering, ocean engineering and physics (solid state technology)

IIT Delhi Summer Research Fellowship Programme 2010
Duration: The Fellowship work can be done in a period of 8-12 weeks which can be availed of during at most two visits.
Support: The fellowship will cover the following (a) cost of travel in the country, to and from IIT Delhi; (b) stay at IIT Delhi during the visit(s), including boarding and lodging in the Institute hostels; and (c) a fellowship of Rs. 500/- per week. The fellow will have to pay the insurance charges.

Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) - Chandigarh

PhD (Biology),PhD (Chemistry),PhD (Mathematics),PhD (Physics)

Phone-No: +91-172-2790188 ; Fax: +91-172-2790188
Email: director@iisermohali.org ; Website: www.iisermohali.ac.in

ADMISSIONS 2010-2012

PhD (Biology)
PhD (Chemistry)
PhD (Mathematics)
PhD (Physics)

Eligibility: Masters in Science/BTech/MBBS with a good academic record and should be GATE/CSIR- NET / JEST / ICMR / ICAR / DBT-JRF qualified. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview at IISER Mohali.

How To Apply: The completed application should reach:
Dean (Academics), IISER Mohali, MGSIPAP Complex, Sector 26 Chandigarh 160019

The completed application form can also be sent via email to: deanacad@iisermohali.ac.in

The last date for receipt of applications is: 15 April, 2010.


Eligibility: Candidates satisfying at least one of the following three criteria may apply:

KVPY (Kishore Vaigyanik Protsahan Yojana): Students qualified in SA (2008)/ SX (2009)/ SB (2009)/SP (passed 10+2 in 2009/2010). http://www.iisc.ernet.in/kvpy
IIT-JEE 2010: Students obtainign a minimum of 60% marks in Class XII and securing a rank in the regular merit list.
STATE/ CENTRAL BOARDS (DIRECT ADMISSION): Students qualifying in Class XII in 2009 or 2010 in Science stream. The State/ Central Boards must be recognized by the MHRD. The cutt-off percentage to be used for the boards for Class X and XII are given in www.iiser-admissions.in/marks

How To Apply: Applications for admission are to be submitted online at www.iiser-admissions.in. Please follow the instructions for filling up the application form and other relevant details given in the website. There will be a non-refundable application fee of Rs. 500/- (Rs. 250/- for SC/ST).
Students joining IISERs for the 5-year Integrated Dual BS-MS Programme will be awarded INSPIRE/KVPY scholarship of Rs. 5000/- per month.

NOTE: Please keep on checking the website (www.iiser-admissions.in) to see changes/ updates, if any, being made. All enquiries regarding admissions are to be directed to Chairman, Joint Admission Committee, and e-mail: jac_iiser@iiserkol.ac.in Phone: 03473-279141.

Netaji Subhas Institute of Technology (NSIT),New Delhi

M.Tech (Full-time/Part Time) /Ph.D
NSIT (Formerly known as DIT) is an established autonomous Institute of Govt. of NCT of Delhi.
Azad Hind Fauj Marg, Sector 3, Dwarka - New Delhi
Phone-No: 5099023/5099037 ; Fax: 011-5099022
Email: directior@nsit.ac.in ; Website: www.nsit.ac.in

ADMISSIONS 2010-2012

MTech
Signal Processing (Full-time/Part Time)
Process Control (Full-time/Part Time)
Information System (Full-time/Part Time)


Eligibility: a. For Full-Time MTech Programme with scholarship: (Four Semester Programme of two year duration)

1. Candidates must have passed BE/ BTech degree in Electronics & Communication/ Computer/ Electronics/ Electrical Engineering/ Instrumentation & Control Engineering from the University of Delhi or equivalent from recognized University/ Institutions.

OR

A candidate must have passed in the A.M.I.E. (India) Exam. With appropriate specialization / Grad. I.E.T.E. (India) AMIE (London) or any other examination in the concerned branch recognized as equivalent to B.E. degree by the University of Delhi.

2. A candidate for admission to full-time course must have qualified (Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering) GATE Score.

b. For Full-Time Sponsored M.Tech. Programme without scholarship: (Four semester programme of two year duration)

. A candidate must have passed B.E./B.Tech. Degree in Electronics & Communication/ Computer/ Electronics/ Electrical Engineering/ Instrumentation & Control Engineering from the University of Delhi or equivalent from recognized University/ Institutions.
OR
A candidate must have passed in the A.M.I.E. (India) Exam. With appropriate specialization / Grad. I.E.T.E. (India) AMIE (London) or any other examination in the concerned branch recognized as equivalent to B.E. degree by the University of Delhi.

The preference shall be given to those candidates who are GATE qualified.

Note: The number of sponsored candidates will not exceed the 50% of full-time seats.

. The candidates must have minimum one year's full-time work experience in a registered Firm/ Company/ Industry/ Educational and Research Institutes / any Government Department or Government Autonomous organizations in the relevant field in which admission is being sought. Experience period will be counted after obtaining the degree only.
. A letter from the employer must be furnished stating that the candidate is being sponsored to get admission. The employer should also indicate that the candidate will not be withdrawn midway till the completion of the course.

Note: Sponsored candidate will not be eligible to receive scholarship even if they are admitted on the basis of GATE score.

Procedure for Admission:

. All candidates for admission to M.Tech. Programmes must submit their applications to the Institute in the prescribed form as per the guidelines notified by the University.
. Candidates shall be required to present themselves for a written test and interview before a Selection Committee.
. The final selection of the candidates shall be made by the Selection Committee on the basis of their performance at the qualifying examination test and interview as indicated below:

Reservation: Reservation of seats will be as per rules.

How To Apply: Application forms with full details and various areas of Research in NSIT are available on our website at www.nsit.ac.in. The complete application form along with attested photocopies of certificates/ testimonials two self addressed for communication envelops (size 25 X 11cm), two address slips and a Demand Draft / Pay order of Rs. 500/- (Rs. Five hundred only) in favour of Director, NSIT, New Delhi – 110078, payable at Andhra Bank , NSIT Branch , New Delhi – 78 , should reach to Assistant . Registrar (Academic, PG) latest by 20.04.2010. Write your name, address and Telephone Number (if any), at the back of the Demand Draft / Pay Order. Separate Application Form should be submitted for each programme / Division.

For any queries contact at phone no. 25099043 (Direct no.) EXT. 2323/ 2314 through the EPABX No. 25099050. Incomplete application will not be considered and treated as cancelled

Last date for receipt of applications is: 20.04.2010


PhD (Full Time)

Eligibility: Applications are invited for Teaching-cum-Research-Fellowship (TRF) of Rs. 15000/- per month, in the following divisions:-

Division of Electronics & Communication Engineering

Division of Computer Engineering & Information Technology

Division of Instrumentation and control Engineering

Division of Manufacturing Processes and Automation Engineering

Division of Bio Technology

Division of School of Applied Sciences



Eligibility:

Master's degree in Engineering/Technology/Science or equivalent in relevant area with a consistently good academic record (Securing 70% or more marks in aggregate)



Candidates selected for admission to the Ph.D. Programme will have to subsequently apply to the University of Delhi for Ph.D. registration as per the rules of University of Delhi.



Candidate applying for Ph.D. programme must ensure that their final result are declared before the date of interview (June - 2009) otherwise they will not be allowed to appear for interview and admission.



Successful candidates, on completion of Ph.D. under the scheme, stand good chance of being considered as faculty in this institute through proper Selection Committee.



The applicant if found suitable for Research but not suitable for TRF position, can be considered for admission to Ph.D. Degree programme as Research Fellow with stipend/Fellowship as per rule.

How To Apply: Application forms with full details and various areas of Research in NSIT are available on our website at www.nsit.ac.in. The complete application form along with attested photocopies of certificates/ testimonials two self addressed for communication envelops (size 25 X 11cm), two address slips and a Demand Draft / Pay order of Rs. 500/- (Rs. Five hundred only) in favour of Director, NSIT, New Delhi – 110078, payable at Andhra Bank , NSIT Branch , New Delhi – 78 , should reach to Assistant . Registrar (Academic), latest by 20.04.2009. Write your name, address and Telephone Number (if any), at the back of the Demand Draft / Pay Order. Separate Application Form should be submitted for each programme / Division. For any queries contact at phone no. 25099043 (Direct no.) EXT. 2323/ 2314 through the EPABX No. 25099050. Incomplete application will not be considered and treated as cancelled

Last date: 20.04.2009

Sikkim University Admissions 2010

Sikkim University, a Central University invites applications from the eligible candidates for the entrance examination in the following Programmes/ Courses for the Academic Session 2010-11:

Programmes and Eligibility

BSc-MSc in Psychology
Any discipline at the 10+ 2 level

BSc-MSc in Floriculture and Horticulture Management
Any discipline at the 10+2 level

BA-LLB-LLM
Any discipline at the 10+2 level

BA- MA in Chinese Language
Any discipline at the 10+2 level

MA.in International Relations/ Politics
Any discipline at the Graduation level

MA. in Peace and Conflict Studies and Management
Any discipline at the Graduation level

MA. in Sociology
Any discipline at the Graduation level

MA.in International Relations/ Politics
Any discipline at the Graduation level

MA in Mass Communications
Any discipline at the Graduation level

MSc in Economics
Any discipline at the Graduation level

MSc in Geography
Any discipline at the Graduation level

MSc in Physical Sciences (Physics)
Any science discipline with Mathematics at the Graduation level

MSc in Microbiology
Any Life Sciences discipline/ subjects

MSc in Chemical Sciences (Chemistry)
Any science discipline with Chemical Sciences at the Graduation level

M.Phil/ Ph.D Programmes
• MPhil/ PhD in Microbiology, School of Life Sciences.
• M Phil/ PhD in International Relations/ Politics, School of Global Studies.
• M Phil/ PhD in Peace, Conflict Studies and Management, School of Peace, Conflict and Human Security Studies.
• M Phil/ PhD in Sociology, School of Social Sciences.

Entrance Examination
The entrance examination for the above programmes/courses will be conducted in Aizawl; Allahabad; Bangalore; Bhopal; Bhubaneswar; Chennai; Darjeeling; Gangtok; Guwahati; Hyderabad; Imphal, Kalimpong, Kathmandu [Nepal]; Kolkata; Lucknow; Mumbai; Namchi [Sikkim], New Delhi; Patna; Ranchi; Shillong; Siliguri; Thimpu [Bhutan] and Thiruvananthapuram.

Candidates can apply for more than one subject in separate application forms provided they are eligible.

Entrance examination fee for each subject should be drawn as Demand Draft in favour of Sikkim University payable at Gangtok. The examination fee for General candidates for each subject is Rs. 300/- and for SC/ ST/OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)/ Differently Abled [DA] candidates is Rs. 150/-

Last date for the submission of the forms: 20th April 2010.

Seats Reserved for- SC - 15%; ST - 7.5%; OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)- 27%; DA – 3%

Any candidate who is appearing or going to appear in the final year qualifying examinations can also apply provided the final marksheet proving eligibility is available by 1st October 2010.

Entrance Exam Schedule

# Saturday, 8th May 2010 (10 AM to 1 PM)
MA in Sociology
MSc in Microbiology
BA- MA in Chinese Language [Integrated 10 semester Programme]
MPhil/ PhD in Microbiology


# Saturday, 8th May 2010 (2 PM to 5 PM)
MA in Peace and Conflict Studies and Management
MSc in Chemical Sciences (Chemistry)
LLB-LLM in Law and Legal Jurisprudence Studies [Integrated 14 semester Programme]
MPhil/ PhD in Sociology



# Sunday, 9th May 2010 (10 AM to 1 PM)
MA in International Relations/Politics
MSc in Physical Sciences (Physics)
M Sc in Economics
BSc-MSc in Floriculture and Horticulture Management [Integrated 12 semester Programme] MPhil/ PhD in Peace and Conflict Studies and Management .


# Sunday, 9th May 2010 (2 PM to 5 PM)
BSc-MSc in Psychology [integrated 10 semester Programme]
MSc in Geography
M A in Mass Communication
MPhil/ PhD in International Relations/ Politics


Declaration of Results: 1st June 2010

Commencement of Admission: 1st June 2010

How to Apply
Detailed information regarding admission procedure and eligibility, etc. is given in the Prospectus-cum-Application Form 2010-11 which can be obtained from the Sikkim University Management building, located at 6th Mile Tadong, Gangtok from 9.30 am to 5.30 pm till 20th April 2010 against cash payment of Rs.250/-. It can also be obtained by post by paying Demand Draft of Rs. 300/- in favour of Sikkim University. Applicants can also download the forms from Sikkim University website.

More details such as eligibility conditions, affirmative policies are available in the Prospectus for the Academic Session 2010-11. It can be down loadable from the Sikkim University website i.e. www.sikkimuniversity.in .

The filled-in applications forms with the entrance examination fee should reach the Controller of Examinations at the following address by 20th April 2010.

Sikkim University
6th Mile, Samdur, PO Tadong,
Gangtok – 737102, Sikkim, India
Ph: 0091-3592-251438; 251004; Fax: 0091-3592-251438
Email: suadmissions2010@gmail.com
Website: www.sikkimuniversity.in

All India Institute of Medical Sciences

AIIMS DM, M.Ch., MHA, Ph.D, MD, MDS Admissions 2010

All India Institute of Medical Sciences invites applications for the following programmes for the academic session starting 2010

D.M Programmes in following specialties

Cardiology
Endocrinology
Gastroenterology
Neurology
Nephrology
Medical Oncology
Neonatology
Clinical Hematology
Hematopathology
Neuro-Radiology
Neuro-Anaesthesiology
Paediatric Neurology
Clinical Pharmacology


M.Ch. Programmes in following specialties
CTVS
Neuro-Surgery
G.I. Surgery
Paediatric Surgery
Urology

Eligibility
I) Educational qualification
A Candidate must possess a degree in MD/MS or DNB from a University recognized by the MCI in the respective discipline as mentioned hereunder :-

D.M.:
• For D.M. in Cardiology, Endocrinology, Nephrology, Neurology, Medical Oncology and Clinical Heamatology a candidate must possess M.D. in Medicine/Paediatrics of this Institute or any other University recognized by the MCI.
• For DM in Gastraenteroloy, a candidate must possess M.D. in Medicine of this Institute or any other University recognized by the MCI.
• For D.M. in Hematopathology, a candidate must possess M.D. in Pathology of this Institute or any other University recognized by the MCI.
• For D.M. in Neuro-Radiology, a candidate must possess M.D. in Radiodiagnosis of this Institute or any other University recognized by the MCI.
• For D.M. in Neuro-Anaesthesiology, a candidate must prossess M.D. in Anaesthesiology of this Institute or any other University recognized by the MCI.
• For D.M. in Neonatology and Paediatric Neurology, a candidates must possess M.D. in Paediatrics of this Institute or any other University recognized by the MCI.
• For DM in Clinical Pharmacology, a candidate must possess M.D. in Medicine/Pharmacology/ Pediatrics of this Institute or any other University recognized by the MCI.

M.Ch. :
A candidate must possess M.S. degree in Surgery of this Institute or any other University recognised by the MCI.
Note: The candidate who are likely to complete 3 years requisite tenure and degree by 30th July, 2010 may also apply. However, the candidates who complete their 3 years requisite tenure after 30th July, 2010 are not eligible to take up this examination.

II) Age limit :

• 35 years as on 1st July 2010 relaxable in case of SC/ST candidates by a maximum of 5 years and for OBC Candidates 3 years. The upper age limit is not applicable to sponsored candidates. Note : A candidate is allowed to submit application for one speciality/subject only.

METHOD OF SELECTION

Selections for D.M./M.Ch courses are made through a 2-stage performance evaluation :

Stage I: Written test carrying 80 marks of 90 minutes duration in the subject the candidate has applied for. The question paper will consist of 50 Theory based Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) and 30 clinical/practical/lab based Short Answer Questions (SAQs)/MCQs. Each correct (MCQ) answer will be awarded 1 mark and each wrong (MCQ) answer will be awarded one-third (-1/3) negative mark. More than one answer will be treated as wrong answer and awarded negative mark. Zero mark will be given for questions not answered.

Stage II: Out of the candidates who secured 50% marks or above in the written test (Stage-I), candidates 3 times the number of seats advertised will be called for departmental clinical/practical/lab based assessment (carrying 20 marks) on the fourth day


M.H .A. (Master in Hospital Administration Programme

ELIGIBILITY

For medical graduates :

(1) The candidate must possess MBBS or an equivalent degree with a minimum experience of three years in a hospital in the relevant field or five years in general practice. A certificate issued by the District Magistrate in support of the general practice claimed should be enclosed with the application.
(2) The candidate should have secured at least 55% marks in aggregate in all MBBS professional examinations.

For non-medical graduates: (1) Non-medical graduate will only be considered for Sponsored seats. (2) A candidates must possess Bachlor's Degree of a recognised University in Arts or Science or Nursing or Business Administration or Commerce or Engineering or any technical subject with at least 60% marks. (3) A minimum experience of having held a responsible administrative position for a period of not less than seven years is essential.

Ph.D Prgroamme in the following departments :
Anatomy
Biochemistry
Biophysics
Biostatistics
Biotechnology
Cardiac-Biochemistry
C.T.V.S.
Community Medicine
Endocrinology & Metabolism
Gastroenterology & HNU
Hematology
Transplant Immunology & Immunogenetics
Lab. Medicine (Microbiology)
Lab. Medicine (General)
Medical Oncology (IRCH)
Medical Physics (IRCH)
Microbiology
Neuro-Biochemistry
Neuropsycology (N.S. Centre)
Nuclear Medicine
Nuclear Magnetic Resonance
Obst. & Gynecology
Pathology
Paediatrics
Pediatric Surgery
Pharmacology
Physiology
Psychiatry (Clinical Psychology)
Psychiatry (Addiction Psychiatry)
Cardiac Radiology
Radiotherapy
Community Ophthalmology(Dr. R.P.C)
Opthalmology (Dr. R.P. Centre)
Occular Pharmacology (Dr. R.P. Centre)
Reproductive Biology


ELIGIBILITY
A candidate seeking admission to the course of study leading to the award of a Degree of Doctor of Philosophy must possess at least one of the following qualifications of a recognized University/Institutes:

(1) A degree of Master of Sciences or Master's degree in any subject allied to Bio Medical Sciences or Master's Degree in Nursing with at least 60% marks or Master of Surgery or Doctor of Medicine or an equivalent degree or Diplomate of the National Board of Examinations.

(2) MBBS degree with a minimum of 55% aggregate marks in the professional examinations

METHOD OF SELECTION
Selection for Ph.D. registration will be made through 2-stage performance evaluation as under:

Stage I : Written test carrying 80 marks of 90 minutes duration in the subject the candidate has applied for. The question paper will consist of 50 Theory based Multiple Choice Questions
(MCQs) and 30 clinical/practical/lab based Short Answer Questions (SAQs)/MCQs. Each correct (MCQ) answer will be awarded 1 mark and each wrong (MCQ) answer will be awarded one-third (-1/3) negative mark. More than one answer will be treated as wrong answer and awarded negative mark. Zero mark will be given for questions not answered.

Stage II : Out of the candidates who secured 50% marks or above in the written test (Stage-I), candidates 3 times the number of seats advertised will be called for departmental clinical/practical/lab based assessment (carrying 20 marks) on the fourth day.

MD/ MS and MDS Programmes
A. CLINICAL SCIENCES
Anaesthesiology
Dermatology & Venereology
Medicine
Nuclear Medicine
Obst. & Gynaecology
Ophthalmology
Orthopaedics
Otorhinolaryngology
Paediatrics
Psychiatry
Radio Diagnosis
Radiotherapy
Surgery
Community Medicine
Phy. Med. & Rehabilitation

B. BASIC CLINICAL SCIENCES
Anatomy
Biochemistry
Biophysics
Forensic Medicine
Lab. Medicine
Microbiology
Pathology
Pharmacology
Physiology

C. MDS
Orthodontics
Prosthodontics
Conservative Dentistry
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery

ELIGIBILITY
a) A candidate must possess MBBS degree for MD/MS and BDS degree for MDS courses of a University recognised by the Medical Council of India/Dental Council of Indian and must have completed the required period of 12 months compulsory rotating internship/Practical training on or before 30th July, 2010. The candidate who complete their internship after 30th July, 2010 are not eligible to take up this examination.
b) The candidate must have obtained a minimum of 55% marks in aggregate in all the MBBS/BDS professional examinations for other category including OBC category and 50% for candidate belonging to SCs/STs.

CENTRES FOR COMPETITIVE ENTRANCE EXAMINATION
The Examination will be conducted at four metropolitan cities Chennai, Delhi, Kolkata and Mumbai

Candidate should indicate his/her choice of centre in the application form. The centre of Examination once alloted will not be changed and any request for such a change will not be entertained. The candidate should indicate his/her choice of centre with utmost care. In case of any discrepancy in the exercise of choice of centre or non availability of centre in the city opted as 1st choice in Col. 5 of application, the centre allotted by AIIMS (i.e. Delhi) will be considered as final.

M.Ch. (6 years course)
ELIGIBILITY
The candidate must possess MBBS degree and have completed the required period of one year compulsory Internship. He/She must have obtained at least 55% marks in aggregate in all the MBBS professional examinations. The eligibility criteria are same as specified for MD/MS (3 years) courses.

REQUIREMENTS FOR ADMISSION OF FOREIGN NATIONALS
a) Foreign nationals are required to fill in the prescribed online application form indicating the choice of
subject (only one subject) for admission to Postgraduate courses leading to award of
MD/MS/DM/M.Ch./Ph.D. degree.
b) The foreign nationals are required to send their Registration Slip of on line applications through Diplomatic Channel. They are also required to appear in the Competitive Entrance Examination along with other candidates. However, an 'Advance Copy' to be submitted at AIIMS before 10.04.2010.
c) The foreign nationals will be considered against the seats advertised under the "Sponsored" category for MD/MS/DM/M.Ch. degree.
d) Seats are not reserved in any discipline for foreign nationals (except the bilateral agreement between the Government of India and any other nation).
e) Nominations/No objection for the candidate should reach the Examination Section before the date of issue of the Admit Card as specified under "AT A GLANCE" In case of non-receipt of the nominations/clearance/no objection from the concerned Ministry by due date, their candidature will not be considered.
f ) No emoluments will be paid by AIIMS to the Foreign National candidates.

How to Apply?
: Acandidate can submit application On-Line through Internet. Visit www.aiimsexams.org Read the prospectus and other details carefully and follow the instructions given therein. The candidate can pay the application fee through a credit card/debit card or through challan of State Bank of India or through Demand Draft of any bank (Transaction Processing Fee Applicable)

STATUS OF APPLICATION FORM RECEIVED
Registration numbers of all the Registration Slips received will be available on AIIMS web site www.aiims.ac.in and www.aiims.edu as well as www.aiimsexams.org after 25.04.2010. Candidates are advised to check position regarding receipt of their Registration Slip on the web site. If a candidate's Registration number is not available on the web site, he/she should immediately write to the Asstt. Controller of Examinations, A.I.I.M.S., New Delhi-110608 along with full particulars and proof of delivery of the Registration Slip in AIIMS.

IMPORTANT DATES:

1. Applying Online Application on www.aiimsexams.org - 12.03.2010 to 05.04.2010
2. Last Date for applying On-line Application 05.04.2010
3. Registration slip, complete in all respects, must reach AIIMS, New Delhi latest by 5.00 P.M. on 10th April, 2010.
4. DATE FOR ENTRANCE EXAMINATIONS :
* MD/MS/M.Ch. (6 years)/MDS - 9th May, 2010 in Chennai, Delhi, Kolkata and Mumbai* DM/M.Ch./MHA- 16th May, 2010 in Delhi only;
* Ph.D. -4th July, 2010 in Delhi only

For enquiries relating to Entrance Examination please contact :

Assistant Controller (Exams) Examination Section All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) Ansari Nagar, New Delhi - 1100 608

Tel : 26589900, 26588500, 26588700 Extn. 4499, 6421, 6422, 4971
Fax : 011 2658 8789

Scotland’s Saltire Scholarships 2010

British Council Scotland

Gain an internationally recognised qualification and take your career to new heights. Under this exciting scholarship opportunity, you can achieve a Masters degree from one of the UK’s top-ranked research universities. We are now looking for bright, talented and hard working individuals to live, work and study in Scotland in 2010.

Eligibility: We are offering up to 200 Canadian, Chinese, Indian and US citizens the opportunity of a scholarship to study at one of our world renowned universities for their postgraduate Masters degree.

Awards: We are offering £2000 as a one off award towards the cost of tuition fees for a full time Masters level course (excluding PhD studies) in a wide range of subject areas. You can choose to study at any of Scotland’s 17 universities and Higher Education Institutions.

Advantages: Our Masters degree can help you gain a professional edge to your career. Employment rates from Scottish universities are high, with up to 97% of graduates finding relevant employment, research posts or further study within six months.

Deadline: Deadline for applications is Friday 11 June 2010.

Contact:
British Council Scotland
The Tun, 3rd Floor
4 Jackson’s Entry, Holyrood Road
Edinburgh, EH8 8PJ
Scotland, UK

Email: scotland.enquiries(AT)britishcouncil.org

Contact Numbers: +44(0)131 524 5700

Indian Institutes of Science Education and Research (IISER), Mohali

IISER Mohali Ph.D Program Admissions 2010

Indian Institutes of Science Education and Research (IISER), Mohali invites applications from prospective candidates for admission to the PhD program in IISER Mohali in the areas of Mathematics, Biology, Physics and Chemistry, for the academic session beginning in August 2010.

IISER Mohali allows candidates to apply for more than one subject and encourages inter-disciplinary research.

Details about the research program
The research program at IISER Mohali covers a broad range of disciplines within Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Mathematics.
Topics include (but are not restricted to):
Biology: Structural, Cellular & Molecular Biology, Protein folding & Misfolding, Single Molecule Biology, Nanoscale Biophysics, Immunology, Molecular Medicine, Mitochondrial Biology, Developmental Genetics, Organismal Biology, Evolutionary Biology and Population Ecology

Chemistry: Theoretical Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry, Organometallic Chemistry, Materials Chemistry, Solid-state NMR Spectroscopy, Inorganic Synthesis, Synthetic Organic Chemistry, X-Ray Crystallography

Physics: Quantum Information Theory, Statistical Mechanics, NMR Methodology & Quantum Computing, Ultrafast Lasers, Nonlinear Dynamics and Low Temperature Nanoscale Systems

Mathematics: Algebra, Operator Algebra, Functional Analysis, Algebraic Geometry, Algebraic Number Theory, Algebraic Topology, Differential Geometry and Computational Number theory

Applying to more than one area
Candidates who are interested in pursuing research which is interdisciplinary in nature have the option of applying for more than one discipline from Physics, Chemistry, Biology and Mathematics. The choice of areas and the order of preference has to be indicated in a single application form.

Eligibility Criteria:
Masters in Science/BTech/MBBS with a good academic record and should be GATE/CSIR-NET/JEST/ICMR/ICAR/DBT-JRF qualified. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview at IISER Mohali.

The application form can be downloaded as a pdf file from www.iisermohali.ac.in/phd_form10.pdf

The completed application should reach:
Dean (Academics), IISER Mohali
MGSIPAP Complex, Sector 26 Chandigarh 160019
Last Date: April 15, 2010.
The completed application form can also be sent via email to deanacad@iisermohali.ac.in

IISER Dual BS-MS Admissions 2010

Programme at IISERs at Bhopal, Kolkata, Mohali, Pune and Thiruvananthapuram for the academic session 2010-11.

Applications are invited for admission to the 5-Year Integrated Dual BS-MS Programme at IISERs at Bhopal, Kolkata, Mohali, Pune and Thiruvananthapuram for the academic session 2010-11.

Eligibility:

Candidates satisfying at least one of the following three criteria may apply:

1. KVPY (Kishore Vaigyanik Protsahan Yojana): Students qualified in SA (2008)/ SX(2009)/ SB(2009)/SP (passed 10+2 in 2009/2010).
www.iisc.ernet.in/kvpy

2. IIT-JEE 2010: Students obtainign a minimum of 60% marks in Class XII and securing a rank in the regular merit list.

3. STATE/ CENTRAL BOARDS (DIRECT ADMISSION): Students qualifying in Class XII in 2009 or 2010 in Science stream. The State/ Central Boards must be recognized by the MHRD. The cutt-off percentage to be used for the boards for Class X and XII are given in http://www.iiser-admissions.in/marks/
Aptitude Assessment consists of a written test. It will have multiple choice questions on Physics Chemistry, Mathematics and Biology based on CBSE syllabus up to class 12.

How to apply:

Applications for admission are to be submitted online at www.iiser-admissions.in. Please follow the instructions for filling up the application form and other relevant details given in the website. There will be a non-refundable application fee of Rs. 500/- (Rs. 250/- for SC/ST).


Dates to Remember:

Receiving online applications
KVPY - 15th March - 2nd April, 2010 (Due to non availability of KVPY results 2009-10, online submission of applications under KVPY stream has been deferred. Revised schedule will be announced on this website as soon KVPY results become available.)

IIT-JEE - 9th June - 18th June, 2010
State & Central Boards (Direct Admission) - 15th June - 2nd July, 2010

Aptitude assesment and counseling
KVPY - 18th May, 2010
IIT-JEE - 3rd July, 2010
State & Central Boards (Direct Admission) - 18th July, 2010

Contact:
Chairman
IISER Joint Admission Committee
IISER Kolkata
Mohanpur Campus
PO: BCKV Campus Main Office
Mohanpur - 741252
Nadia, West Bengal
E-mail: jac_iiser@iiserkol.ac.in
Phone: 03473 - 279141