Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Hyderabad

Admission to the M.Tech. Programmes 2010

Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Hyderabad invites Applications for admission to the Master of Technology (M.Tech.) programmes of the Institute commencing from July end 2010.

Departments
(a) Computer Science & Engineering

(b) Electrical Engineering: i) Communications and Signal Processing ii) Micro-electronics and VLSI, (iii) Power Electronics & Power Systems

(c) Mechanical Engineering: i) Design Engineering and ii) Thermofluid Engineering

(d) Chemical Engineering

(e) Civil Infrastructure Engineering

(f) Materials Science & Engineering


Minimum Qualifications
B.Tech./B.E. degree with first class or equivalent in the respective or allied areas with exceptional academic record and possessing a valid GATE score.

General Information
Financial support (i.e., assistantship or scholarship) will be provided to qualified students who are Indian citizens fulfilling the above requirements, enrolled in the M.Tech. Programme and who do not receive any other form of financial assistance.
Applicants working in Government of India R&D Organizations/Laboratories also are eligible to apply to M.Tech. Programmes. Such applicants (a) need to be deputed on leave by the parent organization for completing the course requirement (b) require GATE qualification, and/or enough experience and (c) will not be paid any assistantship or scholarship by IIT Hyderabad.

Non-TA (Non Teaching Assistantship) positions are available for Industry/Self Sponsored candidates.

Reservation
15% seats are reserved for SC candidates, 7.5% for ST and 27% for OBC. Also, up to 3% of seats are reserved for persons with physical disability (PD) in each category as per Government of India rules.

Forms
Application forms can be downloaded from www.iith.ac.in

Application Deadline
Download the application form from www.iith.ac.in and after duly filling it send as an email attachment to mtech_2010_applications@iith.ac.in on or before 20 April 2010. Candidates desirous of applying for more than one M.Tech. program must apply separately for each program.

There will be an application fee of Rs.200/- for General/OBC category and Rs.100/- for SC/ST category. A demand draft in the name of "Registrar IIT Hyderabad" Payable at SBI, KANDI branch, for the above should be sent to the address given below.

Contact
For more information, please contact:
Dean (Academics)
Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad
Ordnance Factory Estate
Yeddumailaram 502205
Andhra Pradesh
Email: dean_academics@iith.ac.in

Apeejay School of Management ,New Delhi

PGDM (Customer Relationship Management) Admission 2010

Customer Relationship Management (CRM) todayhas evolved as a key element of a firm’scompetitive strategy. This initial informationenables the firm to target customers withcustomized offerings, personalized communicationand deliver higher level of satisfaction. Over time ityields strong customer loyalty –paving way tolifetime relationship. CRM helps businesses usetechnology and human resources to gain insight intothe behavior of customers and the value of thosecustomers.

Objective: The Post Graduate Diploma in Management (CRM) aims to:
Impart fundamental management skills as well as in depth knowledge in specialized areas of business management. Offer super specialization in the area of Marketing, in the form of CRM. Prepare for managing customer operations for financial services, banks, telecom, airlines, hotels, pharmaceuticals, health care, retailing etc.
Eligibility: Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent (10+2+3) in any discipline with minimum 50% aggregate marks from a recognized Indian or Foreign University. Candidates in their final year of the Bachelor’s degree are also eligible to apply, subject to meeting eligibility criteria and submitting proof latest by October 31, 2010.

Admission Procedure: Apeejay School of Management considers CAT score for its PGDM programme and CAT / MAT / XAT / GMAT scores for admission to its specialized PGDM programmes: PGDM–CRM and PGDM-IB. The admissions are based on the following parameters:
. Graduation / Post Graduation degree percentage
. CAT / MAT / XAT / GMAT admission test score
. Group Discussion and Personal Interview performance

Application Procedure: The aspiring candidates are required to submit the Application Forms duly filled to the Admissions Office by the stipulated date. These forms are carefully screened for superior academic performance and extracurricular accomplishments of the candidates. For online applications, visit ASM website, www.apeejay.edu/asm

Contact:
Apeejay School of Management
Sector – 8, Dwarka Institutional Area,
New Delhi – 110075

Email: admissions(AT)apj.edu

Contact Numbers: 011-25363985/86/88/79/80/81

School of Petroleum Technology – Gujarat

B.Tech (Petroleum Engineering) Admission 2010

Applications are invited for admission for 4 Year B.Tech Programme commencing in July 2010.

Eligibility and Admission Criteria for Applicants:
Have a minimum academic qualification of 10+2 or its equivalent with Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry. Should appear in AIEEE 2010 examination being conducted by CBSE on 25th April, 2010. Submit a separate application to School of Petroleum Technology in the prescribed Application Form.

How To Apply: A candidate will have to apply in the prescribed School of Petroleum Technology Application Form. The Application Form will be made available through the following channels:
At the selected branches of Axis Bank (Formerly UTI Bank) as given below, by paying Rs.1200/-
Sending a demand draft of Rs. 1200/- in favour of “Pandit Deendayal Petroleum University” Payable at Ahmedabad.
Application Forms: Application Forms For B.Tech will Available From 23rd March, 2010 For Rs. 1200/- At Selected Branches of Axis Bank.

Important Dates:
Sale of Application Form
Commences on : 23rd March, 2010
Closes on : 5th May, 2010
Last Date for receiving completed Application Form : 8th May, 2010

Contact:
Pandit Deendayal Petroleum University (PDPU)
School of Petroleum Technology
Raisan, Gandhinagar 382 007, Gujarat, India

Email: ugadmission(AT)pdpu.ac.in

Contact Numbers: +91-79-23275021

Indian Institute of Technology Bombay

Research Fellowship Scheme 2010

IIT Bombay Research Fellowship Scheme aims to attract professionals and students of proven calibre towards research activities at IIT Bombay. The awardees are expected to work on research projects and could be considered for admission into post-graduate degree / Ph.D Programs subject to fulfilling normal IIT Bombay admission requirements (see FAQ for details of admission requirements). The awardees with B. Tech./B.E. or M.Sc. qualification will be awarded a stipend of Rs. 8,000 – 10,000/- p.m.. Degree holders with experience may be considered for a higher amount.

Fellowship Scheme:
The awardees will be selected based on their academic record and an interview, followed by a written test (if necessary).

They will be expected to work on research projects for a minimum period of one year in different Departments/ Schools/ Centres/ Inter-disciplinary Programs based on their academic background and research interests.
The Research Fellowship Scheme is open to B.Tech. / B.E. / M.Tech. / MBA / M.A. / M.Com. / M.Sc. / MBBS or equivalent degree, with or without experience. Students with research inclinations in Humanities, Bio-sectors, Management and with background other than the above can also apply.

The awardees with B. Tech./B.E. or M.Sc. qualification will be awarded a stipend of Rs. 8,000 – 10,000/- p.m.. Degree holders with experience may be considered for a higher amount.

Other benefits include funding for participation in national & international conferences, Library facilities, hostel accommodation and working with proven international collaborators (where applicable).

Hostel accommodation may be provided subject to availability.

Selection Procedure:
The selection procedure consists of preliminary screening of online applications, followed by personal interviews to be held in a decentralized manner at the department level.

Selection criteria will include consistently brilliant academic performance (relative rank in the class/University), work carried out by the student besides his regular academic work, participation/recognition in competitions such as Techfest, Olympiads, National Talent Search Exams, and performance in the interview.

Train fare (IInd/Sleeper Class) will be given to outstation candidates , shortlisted for interview.

Important Dates:
Last date of application: March 31, 2010
List of shortlisted candidates: April 20, 2010

Contact:
Indian Institute of Technology Bombay,
Powai, Mumbai 400076

Email: fellowship(AT)iitb.ac.in

Andhra University Research Common Entrance Test (AURCET 2010)

Full-time /Part-time M. Phil. and Full-time / Part-time / Extramural / Inter-disciplinary Ph.D. programmes

Andhra University announces for Research Common Entrance Test (AURCET 2010) for admission into research programmes offered in campus colleges, P.G centers, and recognized research centers in affiliated colleges and research organizations.
Directorate of Admissions, Andhra University will process admissions into Full-time /Part-time M. Phil. and Full-time / Part-time / Extramural / Inter-disciplinary Ph.D. programmes in the subject areas indicated in Admissions Brochure available at http://www.andhrauniversity.info , for the year 2010 as per the guidelines stipulated by the Board of Research Studies, Andhra University

Candidates having PG degree in Science or Arts Courses and seeking admission into Full Time M. Phil or Ph. D programmes must appear for the ENTRANCE TEST (AURCET-2010) conducted by the Directorate of Admissions. However, candidates with M. Phil or Professional post graduate degree in the respective subject or qualified in UGC-CSIR NET, ICMR, are exempted from the test. Eligible In-Service Candidates seeking admission into PART TIME programmes are also exempted from the test.

The P.G. Degrees of all U.G.C. recognized Universities in India will be treated as equivalent to P.G. Degrees of Andhra University. However, PG Degrees of other Universities obtained through distance mode should have been recognized by DEC.

M.Phil / M.Tech. / LLM / M.Pharm, degrees obtained through distance mode will not be considered for any purpose as equivalent to degrees obtained through regular study.

Candidates from outside the state of Andhra Pradesh seeking M.Phil. / Ph.D. (FT) admissions will be considered only when the list of eligible candidates from with in the state gets exhausted.

M.Phil and Ph.D admissions for candidates from foreign countries will be given as extra seats in concurrence with the DRC of respective departments and in consultation with International Student's Advisor. A separate fee structure will be adopted for such applicants.

Part Time M.Phil / Ph.D admissions will be given only to in-service candidates working in colleges and institutions / organizations recognized by Andhra University, satisfying the minimum required service and other prescribed conditions.

Money paid once towards registration fee / Late fee / Processing fee / Course fee will not be refunded.

All disputes pertaining to AURCET-2010 shall fall within the courts jurisdiction of Visakhapatnam only whether regular or consumer courts.

Candidates who have already appeared or appearing for the final semester or final year examinations of the qualifying degree in April / May - 2010 can also apply for AURCET-2010.

HOW TO APPLY:
1. Candidates are required to download the Application and Information brochure from the website: www.andhrauniversity.info/doa
2. Candidates have to submit applications in DUPLICATE along with a D.D. for an amount of Rs.500/- towards Registration fee drawn in favour of the Director, Directorate of Admissions, Andhra University on any Nationalised bank payable at Visakhapatnam.
3. Eligible candidates seeking admission must submit a Statement of Research Interest (SRI) in about 500 words in the respective field of research along with the application.
4. A candidate seeking admission in more than one programme (M. Phil / Ph. D) has to submit separate applications in duplicate. Similarly a candidate seeking admission in more than one department or center has to submit separate applications in duplicate with corresponding Statement of Research Interest (SRI)
5. The name and subject of the applicant should be written on the reverse side of the
D.D.
6. Application forms completed in all respects should reach the Director, Directorate
of Admissions, Andhra University, Vijayanagar Palace, Pedawaltair,
Visakhapatnam-530017 by Registered Post or in person on or before 26-04-2010,
5.00 p.m.

LAST DATE FOR RECEIPT OF FILLED-IN APPLICATIONS:
1. Applications received after 26-04-2010 will be treated as late applications and shall be accepted only on payment of late fee of Rs. 1000/- in addition to the Registration fee of Rs. 500/- through D.D. drawn in favor of the Director, Directorate of Admissions only till 30-04-2010.
2. Office of the Directorate of Admissions will not hold any responsibility for the non -receipt of applications sent by post or courier or late receipt of applications due to postal delay or for any reason whatsoever.
3. Applications received after 30-04-2010, as well as incomplete applications will be summarily rejected.

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA:
Research Programmes for the award of M. Phil or Ph. D degrees can be pursued in the Faculties of Arts, Law, Science, Engineering and Pharmaceutical Sciences by candidates possessing minimum qualifications prescribed under eligibility Criteria for admission into various faculties

FULL-TIME M. PHIL / Ph. D:
(a). Post-graduate degree holders with at least 55% of marks (50% in the case of SC/ST Candidates) or equivalent CGPA in the concerned subject as prescribed in eligibility criteria can apply for full-time M. Phil. / Ph.D. degree. They must appear for AURCET-2010
(b). Candidates qualified in UGC/CSIR-NET / ICMR (with fellowship) or possessing M.Phil. / M. L. or LLM / M. E. / M. Tech. / M. Pharmacy / M. S / M.D degree are exempted from AURCET-2010.

PART-TIME M. PHIL / Ph. D:
(a). In-Service candidates satisfying the above eligibility conditions can apply for part-time. Admission into part-time programmes will be made in the specified order of priority (Please see page - 5 - VI-2) with service seniority in each category.
(b). M. Phil. degree holders will be given priority in each category.
(c). In-Service candidates seeking admission into part-time programmes are exempted from AURCET-2010

Extramural:
> For admission into Ph.D. programme under Extramural category, the research institution where the candidate is working should have been recognized by A.U. and there should be an internal guide (Principal guide) recognised by A.U. from the same institution. Admission under Extramural category will be given for the following candidates.
> (a) Scientists with P.G. or equivalent degree working in research institutions recognized by Andhra University having at least two years of experience.
(b) Research scholars with P.G. or equivalent degree having fellowship attached to institutions recognized by Andhra University.
> Research Institutions /organizations recognized by Andhra University are given in Admissions Brochure

Inter-Disciplinary Research (IDR):
Candidates who wish to carry out research work relating to more than one discipline can be considered for registration for Ph.D. under 'Interdisciplinary' category. Such candidates should submit a 'Statement of Purpose' along with the admission application form. The statement may contain the objective, definition of the problem, proposed methodology and justification. The Statement of Purpose should also contain information on the disciplines involved and the post graduate degree possessed by the candidate. The same will be discussed in the Departmental Research Committee meetings of the concerned academic departments, for its scope and viability from scientific and logistic points of view, in which the major part of the research work needs to be carried out. The candidate will be registered in the discipline in which he/she has secured the qualifying degree.

Candidates who are admitted under this category will have the Principal guide from the department in which the candidate is registered and the co-guide(s) from the other disciplines involved. The Pre-Ph.D degree examination needs to be taken in the department where the candidate registers.

Candidates once admitted under this category under full-time or part-time will not be permitted to transfer their registration from one department to the other.

ENTRANCE TEST:
A. General:
1. Common Entrance test (AURCET-2010) for admission into Full time M. Phil & Ph.D programmes in various Science and Arts and some Engineering faculties will be conducted by the Directorate of Admissions in VISAKHAPATNAM only.
2. The test codes, the names of the departments and different M.Phil / Ph.D programmes offered along with the eligibility criteria are given in Annexure - I of the AURCET Information Brochure.
3. The Common entrance test (AURCET-2010) for each subject / department consists of two papers with multiple choice objective type questions.
4. Paper-I shall be of 45 minutes duration with 50 multiple choice questions for 50 marks. Paper-I is common for all Science and Engineering Subjects / Departments as the case may be. Similarly Paper-I is common for all Arts Subjects / Departments for 50 marks with 45 minutes duration. Paper-I of Science stream is different from Paper-I of Arts stream.
5. Paper-II shall be of 90 minutes duration with 100 multiple choice questions for 100 marks in the concerned subject for which the syllabus is given in Annexure-II. Paper-II will be different for each department.
6. Based on the number of seats available and the number of applications received, the University reserves the right to conduct or not to conduct the test.
7. Based on the eligibility criteria and the research interest of the candidate, he/she has to choose only one test for admission into that particular department. In case if a candidate wants to seek admission in more than one department (subject) he/she has to submit separate application and has to appear for separate tests in Paper-I and Paper-II depending on the case.

Those who obtain a minimum of 40% in Paper-I and Paper-II put together (35% in case of SC & ST candidates) only will be eligible for presentation of Statement of Research Interest (SRI) or interview. Those who do not obtain the above mentioned cutoff mark will not be considered for admission

Important Dates:

Last date for receipt of applications without fine: 26.04.2010
Last date for receipt of applications with a fine of Rs. 1000: 30.04.2010

Contact:
Prof. O.ANIEL KUMAR DIRECTOR DIRECTORATE OF ADMISSIONS
VIJAYANAGAR PALACE, ANDHRA UNIVERSITY PEDA WALTAIR, L.B. COLONY (POST), VISAKHAPATNAM 530 017.
Ph. No. 0891-2573441 and 2706928
E-mail: dirdoa.au@gmail.com
www.andhrauniversity.info/doa/index.html

School of Petroleum Technology – Gujarat

B.Tech (Petroleum Engineering) Admission 2010

Applications are invited for admission for 4 Year B.Tech Programme commencing in July 2010.

Eligibility and Admission Criteria for Applicants:
Have a minimum academic qualification of 10+2 or its equivalent with Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry. Should appear in AIEEE 2010 examination being conducted by CBSE on 25th April, 2010. Submit a separate application to School of Petroleum Technology in the prescribed Application Form.

How To Apply: A candidate will have to apply in the prescribed School of Petroleum Technology Application Form. The Application Form will be made available through the following channels:
At the selected branches of Axis Bank (Formerly UTI Bank) as given below, by paying Rs.1200/-
Sending a demand draft of Rs. 1200/- in favour of “Pandit Deendayal Petroleum University” Payable at Ahmedabad.
Application Forms: Application Forms For B.Tech will Available From 23rd March, 2010 For Rs. 1200/- At Selected Branches of Axis Bank.

Important Dates:
Sale of Application Form
Commences on : 23rd March, 2010
Closes on : 5th May, 2010
Last Date for receiving completed Application Form : 8th May, 2010

Contact:
Pandit Deendayal Petroleum University (PDPU)
School of Petroleum Technology
Raisan, Gandhinagar 382 007, Gujarat, India

Email: ugadmission(AT)pdpu.ac.in

Contact Numbers: +91-79-23275021

Avinashilingam University for Women,Coimbatore

B.E Course admissions 2010-2012

Applications have been invited for admission to the B.E Course (4 years; 8 semesters) in (i) Bio-medical Instrumentation Engineering (ii) Computer Science and Engineering (iii) Civil Engineering (iv) Electrical and Electronics Engineering (v) Electronics and Communication Engineering (vi) Food Processing and Preservation Technology (vii) Information Technology and (viii) Printing Technology at Avinashilingam University for Women, Coimbatore-641043
Applicants should appear for a separate Entrance Test to be conducted by Avinashilingam University on 18.4.2010 or at State Level Entrance Examination (CEE) or All India Engineering Entrance Exam (AIEEE).

Applicant should have passed in Higher Secondary Examination (Academic/Vocational Stream) and obtained a minimum aggregate percentage of marks as indicated below:
H.S.C Academic Stream (Mathematics +Physics +Chemistry) - 55% in case of OC, 50% in case of BC/MBC/ and others and a Pass in case of SC/ST.Only candidate whose date of birth falls on or after July, 01, 1988 are eligible. For SC/ST and Physically handicapped applicants, the upper age limit is relaxed by 5 years. SC/ST candidates will have Fee Concession. They have to pay only 50% tuition fee. Application from can be downloaded from auengg.com/application%202010-2011.pdf

Filled application along with the Proof for date of birth, 3 copies of recently taken passport size photograph, Xerox copies of Community certificate, Transfer certificate and conduct certificate from the institution last studied, Mark sheet of 10th and DD for Rs.650/- (General Category) (Rs.350/-SC/ST) drawn in favour of 'The Registrar, Avinashilingam University for Women', payable at Coimbatore, should reach 'The Registrar, Avinashilingam University for women, Coimbatore - 641 043', latest by 10th April, 2010.

All original certificates (inclusive of 12th standard mark sheet) should be submitted during the time of admission.

For details, www.avinuty.ac.in

Pondicherry University- Post Graduate, M.Phil and Doctoral Programmes for the year 2010-11

M.A.
Anthropology
Applied Economics
English & Comparative Literature
French (Translation & Interpretation)
Hindi
History
Mass Communication
Philosophy
Politics & International Relations
Sanskrit
Sociology
South Asian Studies
Tamil


M.SC.
Applied Geology
Applied Psychology
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Bioinformatics
Biotechnology
Coastal Disaster Management
Chemical Sciences
Computer Science
Ecology and Environmental Sciences
Electronic Media
Food Science and Nutrition
Mathematics
Marine Biology
Physics
Statistics
Sustainable Development

M.SC. (Five Year Integrated Programme)
Applied Geology
Chemistry
Computer Science
Mathematics
Physics
Statistics

MBA, MCA, M.Com., M.Ed., MLIS, MPA, M.P.Ed., MSW, M.Tech.

MBA (Banking Technology)
MBA (InternationalBusiness
MBA (Tourism)
MCA (at Puducherry & Karaikal)
M.Com. (Business Finance)
M.Ed.(Master of Education)
MLIS (Master of Libraryand Information Science)
MPA (Master of Performing Arts)
M.P.Ed. (Master of Physical Education)
MSW(Master of Social Work)
M.Tech.(Computer Science and Engineering)
M.Tech. (Environmental Engineering & Management)
M.Tech. (Network & Internet Engineering)

PG DIPLOMA
Asian Christian Studies
Functional Hindi & Translation

M. Phil.
Anthropology
Asian Christian Studies
Chemistry
Commerce
Drama & Theatre Arts
Economics
English
French
Hindi
History
Environmental Technology
Mathematics
Philosophy
Physical Education
Physics
Politics & International Studies
Sanskrit
Social Exclusion and Inclusive Policy
Sociology
Social Work
Tamil
Tamil (Modern Literature)
Tamil (Religious Literature)
Women's Studies

Ph.D.
Anthropology
Asian Christian Studies
Banking Technology
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Bioinformatics
Biotechnology
Chemistry
Coastal Disaster Management
Commerce
Computer Science & Engineering
Drama & Theatre Arts
Earth Sciences
Economics
Ecology and Environmental Sciences
English
Environmental Technology
French
Hindi
History
International Business
Politics & International Studies
Management
Marine Biology
Mathematics
Philosophy
Physical Education & Sports
Physics
Sanskrit
Social Exclusion and Inclusive Policy
Sociology
Tamil
Tourism
Women's Studies

Selection Process
The selection of candidates for admission to the P.G./M.Phil./Ph.D. programmes will be based on the marks obtained in the entrance examination only.
The NET/JRF qualified candidates with fellowships will be given direct admission to Ph.D. programmes.
The miimum cut off mark for general candidates in respect of Ph.D. and M.Phil. admission shall be half of the average of the entrance examination marks scored by all the candidates in the respective subject. The minimum cut of mark for OBC/SC/ST/Physicaly challenged candidates will be 10% below the cut off marks of the general catagory candidates.
For the purpose of working out the average, only 'O' and above will be taken into account, i.e. the negative marks, if any wil not be counted for working out the average of the entrance examination.

Mere appearance in the entrance examination does not entitle a candidate for admission to any course in this University and he/she will be granted admission only if he/ she fulfils the eligibility criteria fixed for the courses. Candidates are advised to take up the examination only if they satisfy the eligibility criteria. If the number of applications received is less than the prescribed intake, there will be no entrance test; admission will be granted based on the marks obtained in the qualifying examination.

Admission Requirements for Ph.D. programmes
Ph.D. Full-time

For all Ph.D. (Full-time) programmes, the following categories of candidates are eligible to apply:
(a) Candidates should have qualified for their P.G. degree in the subject concerned with a minimum of 55% of marks or equivalent from a recognised
University under 10+2+3+2 system of study or an equivalent system recognised by this University.

Or

(b) Teacher candidates working in the institutions admitted to the privileges
of this University and other Universities provided they are qualified and granted leave for the required period by the competent authority.

Or

(c) Candidates with GATE or other similar qualifications employed in research projects in the University departments or recognized research institutions provided they possess the required educational qualifications.
The project assistants will also have to appear for the entrance examination
for admission to Ph.D.

Or

(d) The NET/ JRF qualified candidates with fellowships wil be given direct
admission to Ph.D. programmes. All other non-fellowship NET and GATE
qualified candidates will have to appear for the entrance examination.


Ph.D. Part-time (Internal)
(a) Teacher candidates working in Colleges/ University departments and such other institutions recognized by Pondicherry University and who have qualified for the Master's degree in their respective disciplines or a degree accepted as equivalent there to by Pondicherry University and obtained 55% marks (or equivalent grade) in their Post Graduate Degree and who have three years of continuous teaching experience at degree and / or post-graduate level in the subject concerned.

(b) Teacher candidates working in recognized schools and teaching at the
High School level, situated within the jurisdiction of PondicherryUniversity with a Master's degree in their respective disciplines or a degree accepted as equivalent thereto by the University and obtained 55% marks (or equivalent grade) in their post-graduate degree and who have put in 5 years of continuous teaching in the subject concerned.

(c) Non-teaching staff employed in a time scale of pay in this University
and other affiliated research institutions provided that

(i) the candidates possess required post-graduate degree as prescribed
by the Department concerned and obtained 55% marks (or and equivalent grade),
(ii) the candidate has at least 10 years of work experience of which at least
two years should be relevant to the field of research, proof of which to be
evidenced through two research papers published in standard journals
or
(iii) the candidate has at least 5 years of work experience with M.Phil. in the
subject concerned and published two research papers in standard journals in
the subject concerned.

Note : Candidates under the regulations of part-time (Internal) are prohibited from taking any remunerative assignments, nor can they join any other course of study without the prior approval of the Guide / Supervisor.

Ph.D. Part-time (External)
(a) Permanent employees of Academic Staff Colleges/ Universities / other educational institutions of higher learning / R&D Lab with at least 5 years of experience and with post-graduate qualification in the subject concerned and obtained 55% marks (or equivalent grade) are eligible for registering for Ph.D. Part-time (external).
(b) Employees with a minimum of ten years of experience in Government, local bodies, recognized institutes, Public Sector Undertakings and Non-Governmental Organizations who are academically qualified with 55% of marks (or equivalent grade) in their post-graduate degree are eligible for registering for Ph.D. provided the candidate has experience in the relevant field of research for at least three continuous years out of ten years of service and published at least two papers in standard journals in the subject concerned.

All the part-time internal as well as external candidates applying for admission to the Ph.D. programme should submit an outline proposal of the research to be conducted, giving sufficient background material and the proposed line of research. In case of candidates, working outside the University area, a local guide duly appointed by the University may be permitted in addition to the University guide.

Ph.D Academic Requirements
Anthropology
Master's degree in Anthropology/ Ecology/ Forensic Medicine/ Home Science/ Population Studies/ Sociology / Women's Studies / Humanities and Social Sciences or any other related discipline with a minimum of 55 % of marks

Asian Christian Studies
M.A./ M.Phil. degree in Christian studies from any University or its equivalent with a minimum of 55% of marks.

Banking Technology
M. B. A. (Banking Technology)/ M. B. A. (FInance/ Systems) or equivalent Management Degree/ IIM P.G. Diploma/ M.Com. (Business Finance) or M.E./ M.Tech. (Computer Science/ Information Technology) MCA / M.S. (Computer Science) with a minimum of 55% of marks in all degrees

Commerce
Master's degree in Commerce with a minimum of 55% of marks

Drama & Theatre Arts
Master's degree in Drama & Theatre Arts or in Performing Arts or related subjects with a minimum of 55% of marks

Economics
Master's degree in Economics with a minimum of 55% of marks

English
Master's degree in English with a minimum of 55% of marks

French
Master's degree in French with a minimum of 55% of marks

Hindi
Master's degree in Hindi with a minimum of 55% of marks

History
Master's degree in History/ Ancient History and Archeology/ Indian Culture/ Anthropology/ Geology/ Geography/ any other related discipline with a minimum of 55% of marks

International Business
MBA (International Business) MBA (Marketing, Finance, HR, Tourism, Systems), MIBA, M.Com., MCS (Master of Corporate Secretaryship), Master's Degree in Foreign Trade, Economics, Industrial Management, and other relevant disciplines with a minimum of 55% of marks

Politics & International Studies
Master's degree in any discipline with a minimum of 55% of marks


Management
Master's degree in Management, Commerce, Industrial Engineering, Industrial Management, Production Engineering, Foreign Trade, Operations Research, Statistics, Public Administration, Sociology, Social Work, Economics, Psychology, Tourism, Hospitality, Hospital Management,Business Administration, Mass Communication and other relevant disciplines with a minimum of 55% of marks. Candidates with affiliation to Examination Oriented Professional bodies such as ICAI, ICSI and ICWAI and any other relevant disciplines may also be considered.

Philosophy
Master's degree in Philosophy with a minimum of 55% of marks

Physical Education & Sports
Master's degree in Physical Education with a minimum of 55% of marks

Sanskrit
Master's or Acharya degree in Sanskrit with a minimum of 55% of marks

Sociology
Master's degree in Sociology with a minimum of 55% of marks

Social Exclusion and Inclusive Policy
Master's degree in Sociology, Anthropology, Womens' Studies, Political Science, Philosophy, History, Public Administration, Social Work, Nursing, Home Science, Economics, Psychology, Education and any other relevant disciplines concerned with subjects of Inclusive Studies with a minimum of 55% of marks

Tamil
Master's degree in Tamil with a minimum of 55% of marks

Women's Studies
Master's degree in any discipline with a minimum of 55% of marks

Tourism
Masters degree with a minimum 55% of marks from the discipline of Tourism Management/ Economics/ Commerce/ Geography/ History/ Hotel Management/ Archeology/ Public Administration/ Anthropology holding the P.G. degrees like MBA (Tourism), MTA, MTM, MBA, MA (History), MA (Archeology), MA (Public Administration), MA (Tourism Administration) & MA (Anthropology)

Science Discipline
Biotechnology
Master's degree in Agriculture/ Biochemistry/ Botany/ Microbiology/ Veterinary Science/ Zoology or in any other related areas with a minimum of 55% of marks

Coastal Disaster Management
Master's degree in Geology/ Geography/ Geo-Physics/ Chemistry/ Physics/ Maths/ M.Tech./ ME with a minimum of 55% of marks

Chemistry
Master's degree in Applied or Industrial Chemistry/ Biochemistry/ Biophysics/ Chemistry/ Chemical Sciences/ Material Science/ Pharmaceutical Chemistry/ any other related areas with a minimum of 55% of marks

Earth Sciences
Master's degree in Geology / Applied Geology/ Geophysics/Applied Geophysics/Marine Geology/ Marine Geophysics or any other related areas with a minimum of 55% of marks

Ecology & Environmental Sciences
Master's degree in Ecology & Environmental Sciences or any related branch of Science or Technology with a minimum of 55% of marks

Environmental Technology
Master's degree in Science/Technology with a minimum of 55% of marks

Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Master's degree in Molecular Biology/ Biotechnology/ Biochemistry/ Genetics/Life Science or in any other related areas with a minimum of 55% of marks

Bioinformatics
Master's degree in any relevant areas of Physics/ Chemistry/ Computer Science/ Life Sciences with a minimum of 55% of marks.

Computer Science & Engg
M.Tech in Computer Science/Computer Science and Engineering/ M.Tech. in Electronics and / or CommunicationEngineering / M.Tech. in Electrical Engineering with a minimum of 55% marks or MCA/ MS/M.Sc. in Computer Science/ Information Technology/Software Engineering or equivalent with a minimum of 55% of marks and have passed JRF/NET/GATE examination or have put in a minimum of 5 years of relevant teaching/industry experience

Mathematics
Master's degree in Mathematics with a minimum of 55% of marks

Physics
Master's degree in Physics/ Material Science and Technology with a minimum of 55% of marks

Marine Biology (Port Blair, Andaman)
Master's degree in Marine Biology, Zoology, Botany, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Marine Biotechnology/ Physical Oceanography, Chemical Oceanography, Geological Oceanography, Fisheries Sciences or Life Science with at least 55% of marks

Ph.D. Programmes offered in the Affiliated Colleges/ Institutions of Pondicherry University [Full-time and Part-time (Internal) only]

Vector Control Research Centre (VCRC), Puducherry
Zoology
Master's degree in Zoology/Physiology/Entomology /Life Sciences/ Parasitology/Genetics/any other related areas with a minimum of 55% of marks

Microbiology
Master's degree in Microbiology/Biotechnology/ Molecular Biology/ Immunology/Microbial tech. /any other related areas with a minimum of 55% of marks

Chemistry
Master's degree in Applied or Industrial Chemistry/ Biochemistry/ Bio-Physics/ Chemistry/Chemical Sciences/Material Science/ Pharmaceutical Chemistry/ any other related areas with a minimum of 55 % of marks

Regional Medical Research Centre, Port Blair, Andaman & Nicobar Islands

Microbiology
Master's degree in the subject concerned or a Master's degree accepted as equivalent by the University with a minimum of 55 % of marks

Entomology
Master's degree in the subject concerned or a Master's degree accepted as equivalent by the University with a minimum of 55 % of marks

Kanchi Mamunivar Centre for Post-graduate Studies, Puducherry
Botany
Master's degree in the subject concerned or a Master's degree accepted as equivalent by the University with a minimum of 55 % of marks

Zoology
Master's degree in the subject concerned or a Master's degree accepted as equivalent by the University with a minimum of 55 % of marks

Physics
Master's degree in Physics/ Material Science and Technology with a minimum of 55 % of marks

Chemistry
Master's degree in Applied or Industrial Chemistry/ Biochemistry/ Biophysics/ Chemistry/ Chemical Sciences/ Material Science/ Pharmaceutical Chemistry/ any other related areas with a minimum of 55 % of marks

Tamil
Master's degree in Tamil with a minimum of 55% of mark

Commerce
Master's degree in Commerce with a minimum of 55% of marks

Pondicherry Engineering College, Puducherry

Electronics & Communication Engg.
Master's degree in the subject concerned or a Master's degree accepted as equivalent by the University with a minimum of 55% of marks

Computer Science & Engineering
M.Tech. in Computer Science/Computer & Engineering Science and
Engineering/ M.Tech. in Electronics and / or Communication Engineering./ M.Tech. in Electrical Engineering with a minimum of 55 % marks. Or MCA/MS/M.Sc. in Computer Science/ Information Technology/Software Engineering or equivalent with a minimum of 55 % of marks and have passed JRF/NET/GATE examination or have put in a minimum of 5 years of relevant teaching/industry experience.

Mechanical Engg.
Master's degree in the subject concerned or a Master's degree accepted as equivalent by the University with a minimum of 55 % of marks

Civil Engineering
(a) M.E. / M.Tech. degree in Civil Engineering with a minimum of 55% of marks or equivalent Master's degree with
specialization in:
i) Structural Engineering
ii) Geotechnical Engineering
iii) Hydraulic & water Resource Engineering irrigation water
Management / Ocean Engg.
iv) Transportation Engineering
v) Advanced surveying and Photogrammetry
vi) Environmental Engineering / Environmental Technology /
Environmental Management / Advanced Construction
Technology.
vii) Geo informatics
viii) Urban Engineering / Town & Country planning

(b) M.E. / M.Tech. degree in any branch of Engg. with a minimum
of 55% or equivalent with specialization in: Energy Technology /
Environmental Bio - Technology / Bio-Technology / Bio-Chemical
Engg./ Induastrial Biotechnology

Mathematics
Master's degree in Mathematics with a minimum of 55 % of marks

Physics
Master's degree in Physics/ Material Science and Technology with a minimum of 55 % of marks

Chemistry
Master's degree in Applied or Industrial Chemistry/ Biochemistry/ Biophysics/ Chemistry/Chemical Sciences/Material Science/ Pharmaceutical Chemistry/ any other related areas with a minimum of 55 % of marks

Electrical and Electronics Engg.
Master's degree in the subject concerned or a degree accepted as equivalent by the University with a minimum of 55% of marks


Dr. Ambedkar Govt. Law College, Puducherry
Law
Master's degree in Law with a minimum of 55 % marks

Note:
(1) Candidates, while applying for the Ph.D. programmes offered in the affiliated institutions, should mention the name of the institution in the appropriate column of the application without fail.
(2) In respect of Ph.D. subjects (e.g. Chemistry, Physics, etc.) which are offered both in the University Departments and in the afiliated institution(s), the candidates should appear for a common entrance examination.
(3) The intake for Ph.D. programmes are subject to change based on the availability of vacancies with the concerned supervisors.

Admission Requirements for M.Phil. programmes


Humanities and Social Science Disciplines

Anthropology
Master's degree in Anthropology with a minimum of 50 % of marks

Asian Christian Studies
Master's degree in any discipline from any University in India or abroad or any Pontifical Institution in India or abroad with a minimum of 50% of marks

Commerce
Master's degree in Commerce with a minimum of 50% of marks

Drama & Theatre Arts
Master's degree in Drama & Theatre Arts or in Performing Arts or related subjects with a minimum of 50% of marks

Economics
Master's degree in Economics with a minimum of 50% of marks

English
Master's degree in English with a minimum of 50% of marks

French
Master's degree in French with a minimum of 50% of marks

Hindi
Master's degree in Hindi with a minimum of 50% of marks

History
Master's degree in History/ Ancient History and Archeology/ Indian Culture/ Anthropology/ Geology/ Geography/ any other related discipline with a minimum of 50% of marks

Politics & International Studies
Master's degree in any discipline with a minimum of 50% of marks

Philosophy
Master's degree in Philosophy with a minimum of 50% of marks

Physical Education & Sports
Master's degree in Physical Education with a minimum of 50% of
Marks

Sanskrit
Master's degree in Sanskrit with a minimum of 50% of marks

Sociology
Master's degree in Sociology with a minimum of 50% of marks

Social Work
Master's degree in Social Work with a minimum of 50% of marks

Social Exclusion and Inclusive Policy
Master's degree in Sociology, Anthropology, Womens' Studies, Political Science, Philosophy, History, Public Administration, Social Work, Nursing, Home Science, Economics, Psychology, Education and any other relevant disciplines concerned with the subjects of Inclusive Studies with a minimum of 50% of marks

Tamil
Master's degree in Tamil with a minimum of 50% of marks

Tamil (Modern Literature)
Master's degree in Tamil with a minimum of 50% of marks

Tamil (Religious Literature)
Master's degree in Tamil with a minimum of 50% of marks

Women's Studies
Master's degree in any discipline with a minimum of 50% of marks

Science Disciplines
Chemistry
Master's degree in Chemistry/Chemical Sciences and any other related areas with a minimum of 55% of marks

Environmental Technology
Master's degree in Science / Technology with a minimum of 55% of marks

Mathematics
Master's degree in Mathematics with a minimum of 55% of marks

Physics
Master's degree in Physics with a minimum of 55% of marks


For Admission Requirements for other PG Programmes refer the prospectus available at www.pondiuni.edu.in

How to Apply?
Application form can be submitted online through the university website www.pondiuni.edu.in

Application forms and prospectus can be obtained by POST by writing to The Deputy Registrar (Academic II), Pondicherry University, R.V Nagar, Kalapet, Puducherry 605014. along with a self addressed envelope of size 32X25cm, stamped for Rs.90. The request cover should be superscribed “Request for application form for admission”.

The application can also be obtained in PERSON from Pondicherry University Staff Co-Op credit store at the campus on payment of Rs.100

Important Dates:
Last date of issue of application by Post : 21.04.2010
Last date of issue of application in Person : 28.04.2010
Last date of Submission: 28.04.2010
Date of Entrance Examination: 29-30 May 2010

For more details visit www.pondiuni.edu.in