Junior Research Fellow, Department of Physics, Assam University - India

ASSAM UNIVERSITY, SILCHAR

(A Central University)

Applications are invited for the selection of a Junior Research Fellow in a DAE (BRNS) sponsored project entitled 'A Study of Warm Inflationary Scenario in String Cosmology' at Department of Physics, Assam University, Silchar.

Qualification: M.Sc. in Physics with minimum 55% of marks. Knowledge of Computer programming is necessary.

Fellowship: Rs 12,000 p.m.
Duration: Two years (extendable to 3rd year)

Application along with bio-data should be mailed to Dr Atri Deshamukhya, Principal Investigator of the Project and Reader, Department of Physics, Assam University, Silchar at atri.deshamukhya [at] gmail [.] com within 15 January 2010.

The interview will be held at Raja Rammohan Roy Administrative Building of Assam University, Silchar Campus on 22 January 2010 at 11 am. No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.

For more information visit assamuniversity.nic.in

S.N. Bose National Centre for Basic Sciences - Post-M.Sc.-Ph.D. Programme 2010 Admission

S.N. Bose National Centre for Basic Sciences

Block-JD, Sector III, Salt Lake, Kolkata 700098 

Admission in Post-M.Sc.-Ph.D. Programme 2010

On-line Application Form

 The S.N. Bose National Centre for Basic Sciences, a premier research institution engaged in advanced scientific research in a number of areas and funded by the Department of Science and Technology, Govt of India, invites motivated students to apply for its residential Post-M.Sc.-Ph.D. Programme 2010.

1. Qualification: M.Sc. in Physics / Physical Chemistry / Mathematics / Biophysics / Biochemistry/Bioinformatics with at least 55% marks (completed or appearing). BE/B.Tech or ME/M.Tech students with relevant background may also apply.
2. Interview: The candidates will be called for an interview during 28-29 April and 9-10 June 2010 at SNBNCBS based on their JEST / GATE score of 2010, and/or CSIR-UGC-NET (JRF/LS) qualification.
3. Desired field of Study: The candidates are required to indicate their choice of areas of research, i.e. the department he / she would like to be considered for admission. A list of research areas and the respective Faculty members are available on the Bose Centre's website. There are four departments at the Centre having the scopes for both theoretical and experimental research: 1. Theoretical Science; 2. Material Science; 3. Astrophysics & Cosmology; and 4. Chemical, Biological & Macromolecular Sciences.
4. Residential Programme: The PMSc-Ph.D Research is a residential programme all through and the Centre will provide free hostel and other infrastructural facilities.
5. Monthly Stipend: JRF – Rs 12,000; SRF – Rs 14,000 and other benefits based on satisfactory performance.
6. Application Deadline: 29 March 2010

Off-line Application Form

Application in prescribed downloadable(*) form with duly attested supporting documents should be sent either in hardcopy form to: The Admission Committee, S.N. Bose National Centre for Basic Sciences, Block-JD, Sector III, Salt Lake, Kolkata 700098 or by e-mail(**) with scanned copies of supporting documents. (*)Website: http://www.bose.res.in/admission.htm
(**)E-mail: admission@bose.res.in

The Centre will issue forms for off-line application against written request to the above address.

S.N. Bose National Centre for Basic Sciences - Post-B.Sc. Integrated Ph.D. Programme in Physical Sciences 2010

S.N. Bose National Centre for Basic Sciences

Block-JD, Sector III, Salt Lake, Kolkata 700098 

Admission in Post-B.Sc. Integrated Ph.D. Programme in Physical Sciences 2010

On-line Application Form

The S.N. Bose National Centre for Basic Sciences, a premier research institution engaged in advanced scientific research in a number of areas and funded by the Department of Science and Technology, Govt of India, invites motivated students to apply for its residential Post-B.Sc. Integrated Ph.D. Programme in Physical Sciences 2010.

1. Qualification: B.Sc. in Physics (Honours or Major) with Mathematics and any other Science subject (or similar combination without Honours, if Honours was not available)  with at least 55% marks (completed or appearing). BE/B.Tech with relevant background may also apply.
2. Eligibility for Interview: Score in JEST / NGPE - 2010 or any Standard National Eligibility Test (The score may be provided later if not available before the deadline).
3. Interview of Shortlisted Candidates: On 27 April and 8 June 2010 at SNBNCBS.
4. Monthly Stipend: Rs 9000 for selected students in the first two years, then upgraded to CSIR (JRF) scale on satisfactory performance and completion of M.Sc degree.
5. Residential Programme – The Integrated Research Programme is a residential programme all through, and the Centre will provide hostel facility.
6. Application Deadline: 29 March 2010

Off-line Application Form

Application in prescribed downloadable(*) form with duly attested supporting documents

     should be sent either in hardcopy form to:

The Admission Committee
S.N. Bose National Centre for Basic Sciences
Block-JD, Sector III, Salt Lake
Kolkata 700098

or by e-mail(**) with scanned copies of supporting documents.

(*)Website: http://www.bose.res.in/admission.htm
(**)E-mail: admission @ bose .res .in

 

The Centre will issue forms for off-line application against written request to the above address.

BITSAT- 2010 Integrated First Degree Programmes - BITS Pilani Online Application - Admissions to B.E.(Hons), B.Pharm.(Hons.), M.Sc.(Hons.), M.Sc.(Tech.) Degrees...

The Birla Institute of Technology & Science (BITS), Pilani offers degree programmes in Engineering, Sciences, Technology, Pharmacy, Management and Humanities. This web site describes the admission modalities for the on-campus degree progarmmes offered at Pilani campus, Goa Campus and Hyderabad Campus.

Integrated First Degree Programmes

Advertisement for BITSAT- 2010 is released now. The Last Date for the completed Application form to reach Admissions Office, BITS, Pilani is 5.00 P.M. 30th January 2010.

Candidates who had submitted an Application form Admission in the II Semester 2009-10 to the Integrated First Degree Programmes can Check the results of the Iteration done on 1st December 2009 by using the link given below.

Programmes Offered at BITS, Pilani - Pilani Campus:

B.E.(Hons.): Chemical B.E.(Hons.): Civil B.E.(Hons.): Computer Science B.E.(Hons.): Electrical and Electronics B.E.(Hons.): Electronics & Instrumentation B.E.(Hons.): Mechanical B.E.(Hons.): Manufacturing B.Pharm.(Hons.)

M.Sc.(Hons.): Biological Sciences M.Sc.(Hons.): Chemistry M.Sc.(Hons.): Economics M.Sc.(Hons.): Mathematics M.Sc.(Hons.): Physics

M.Sc.(Tech.): General Studies M.Sc.(Tech.): Finance M.Sc.(Tech.): Information Systems

Programmes Offered at BITS, Pilani - Goa Campus:

B.E.(Hons.): Chemical B.E.(Hons.): Computer Science B.E.(Hons.): Electrical and Electronics B.E.(Hons.): Electronics & Instrumentation B.E.(Hons.): Mechanical

M.Sc.(Hons.): Biological Sciences M.Sc.(Hons.): Chemistry M.Sc.(Hons.): Economics M.Sc.(Hons.): Mathematics M.Sc.(Hons.): Physics

M.Sc.(Tech.): Information Systems

Programmes Offered at BITS, Pilani - Hyderabad Campus:

B.E.(Hons.): Chemical B.E.(Hons.): Civil B.E.(Hons.): Computer Science B.E.(Hons.): Electronics and Communications B.E.(Hons.): Electrical and Electronics B.E.(Hons.): Mechanical B.Pharm.(Hons.)

M.Sc.(Hons.): Biological Sciences M.Sc.(Hons.): Chemistry M.Sc.(Hons.): Economics M.Sc.(Hons.): Mathematics M.Sc.(Hons.): Physics

M.Sc.(Tech.): Information Systems

Eligibility for Admissions:

For admission to any of the above Integrated First Degree programmes Candidates should have passed the 12^th examination of 10+2 system from a recognized Central or State board or its equivalent with physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics. Further the candidate should have obtained a minimum of aggregate 80% marks in physics, Chemistry and Mathematics subjects in 12^th examination, with at least 60% marks in each of the physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics subjects and should have adequate proficiency in English.

Students who are appearing for 12^th examination in 2010 or who have passed 12^th Examination in 2009 only are eligible to appear in the BITSAT-2010 test. Students who have passed 12^th examination in 2008 or earlier are NOT eligible to appear in BITSAT-2010. Students who are presently studying in BITS at any of its campuses are not eligible to appear in BITSAT-2010

Admissions will be made purely on merit. The merit position of the candidate for admission will be based on the score obtained by the candidate in the BITSAT-2010. However, their eligibility for admission is subject to fulfilling the requirement of minimum marks in 12th examination, as mentioned above.

Direct Admission to Board Toppers:
In the past, admission process of the Institute always ensured guaranteed admission to all the students who obtained first ranks in their respective board examinations. This has given a very vital input of highly meritorious students from all over India. Continuing this tradition, the Institute will give direct admission to first rank students of all the central and state boards to the programme of their choice, irrespective of their BITSAT-2010 score.

Eligibility criteria for admission under 'Direct admission to Board toppers' scheme:

To be eligible for admission under the 'Direct admission to Board toppers' scheme, the candidate should be the topper from the science stream having taken physics, Chemistry, Mathematics subjects in 12th. To identify the topper, the following criteria will be adopted.

a) has taken physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics subjects in 12th and

b) has obtained the highest aggregate percentage of marks in 12th among all the students who have taken physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics subjects in 2010 from the Board. For the purpose of calculating the aggregate percentage, the aggregate marks should include the marks of physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics subjects in addition to other subjects which are required to pass the 12th examination from the Board under consideration. Further, the physics, Chemistry, Mathematics subject marks should be included in the aggregate, irrespective of whether the physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics subjects are identified as main/optional/elective in his marksheet(s).

Applicants under the scheme should attach documentary proof in support of their claim, along with the 12th mark sheet and a letter from the Board declaring the candidate as the topper in the specified stream. The Institute will also make efforts to get these data from the different boards on its own. In all cases, the Institute will be guided by the data provided by the concerned Board. In cases where for a particular board, the data available before the deadline is insufficient or inconclusive, the admission committee may decide not to make any offer under the scheme for that specified Board. In all such cases, the decision of the Vice chancellor will be final and binding on the applicants

Application Procedure:

Advertisement for BITSAT 2010 is released now. The Last Date for the completed Applications form to reach the Admissions office, BITS, Pilani is 5.00 PM on 30th January 2010.

Admission Modality:

CLICK HERE to download a copy of the Admission Modality.

Schedule of Fees (Schedule of Fee for the Academic Year 2010-11 will be announced in April 2010)

Fee Schedule for the Academic Year 2009-10

A. The following is the details of the fees for the Academic Year 2009-10.

Fees	Integrated First Degrees	Higher Degrees and MBA	Ph.D. Programme
Admission Fees	15,000/-*	12,000/-	12,000/-
Semester Fees First Semester Second Semester Summer term	40,000/- 40,000/- 20,000/-	40,000/- 40,000/- 20,000/-	15,000/- 15,000/- 7,500/-
Students' Union fee	200/- pa	200/- pa	—
Students' Aid Fund	50/- pa	50/- pa	—
Hostel fee (for on-campus students only) First Semester Second Semester Summer term	1000/- 1000/- 500/-	1000/- 1000/- 500/-	1000/- 1000/- 500/-
Ph.D. thesis examination fees	-	-	1000/-
Mess & Electricity advance First Semester Second Semester Summer term (Payable at the beginning of each semester/term and adjustable at the end of the same)	6000/- 6000/- 3000/-	6000/- 6000/- 3000/-	6000/- 6000/- 3000/-
Institute Caution Deposit	2000/-	2000/-	2000/-
Fee for Eligibility Test(s) / Ph.D. Qualifying Examination	Institute reserves its right to charge such a fee, which would be adjustable against admission fees if the candidate secures admission

B.The following is the details of the fees For the Academic year 2009-10 at BITS, Pilani- Goa /Hyderabad Campuses..

Fees	Integrated First Degrees	Higher Degrees
Admission Fees	15,000/-*	12,000/-
Semester Fees First Semester Second Semester Summer term	40,000/- 40,000/- 20,000/-	40,000/- 40,000/- 20,000/-
Students' Union fee	200/- pa	200/- pa
Students' Aid Fund	50/- pa	50/- pa
Hostel fee (for on-campus students only) First Semester Second Semester Summer term	2000/- 2000/- 1000/-	2000/- 2000/- 1000/-
Mess & Electricity advance First Semester Second Semester Summer term (Payable at the beginning of each semester/term and adjustable at the end of the same)	6000/- 6000/- 3000/-	6000/- 6000/- 3000/-
Institute Caution Deposit	2000/-	2000/-

Note : (Applicable to Pilani, Goa and Hyderabad Campus candidates):

1. The above prescribed semester fees is for students admitted in the academic year 2009-10.For these students, the

semester fees will be increased in 2011-12 subject to a maximum of 15%.

2.* If a student is admitted to a second degree programme under dual degree scheme, he/she has to pay Rs. 15,000/- towards admission fees of the second programme at the time such admission is made.

3. Course-wise Fees (Per Course) : Rs. 500/- (Applicable to only certain limited courses outside academic requirement after paying full semester fees. No semester fee is computable on the basis of course wise fees)

4. All fees are to be paid in advance. Only caution deposit and mess advance is refundable after adjustment of dues at the time of withdrawal from the Institute. This applies to prospective candidates who are seeking admission as well as ongoing students of the Institute.

Instructions for Payment:

(1) The above are for a normal situation. Wherever a student's programme gets modified or his progress is delayed beyond the maximum permissible, such a student is advised to consult the appropriate authority before registration.
(2) All students admitted earlier than July, 2009 will continue to be governed by the same schedule of fees as before. However it should be clear that they will have to pay along with the new students the same amount of fees for students' union fee, students' aid fund and mess & electricity advance.
(3) The fees and other charges are payable in advance in each semester/term on the notified dates before registration. No withdrawal from a course or courses will entitle a student for refund of fees.
(4) Students who go for Practice School II will be charged semester fees and the summer term fees because the practice school is longer than a semester and extends it to summer.
(5) Casual students will pay fees prescribed for regular students.
(6) Institute caution deposits are refundable only at the time of withdrawal from the Institute.
(7) If there are dues outstanding from a student, his grades will be withheld.
(8) Students who accumulate mess arrears would be required to pay a prescribed additional advance at the time of next registration.
(9) Refunds, if any, will be made through crossed cheques/Bank drafts.

For more details Click Here

Bharathidasan University (BDU) - The Centre for Distance Education (CDE)

The Centre for Distance Education (CDE) of Bharathidasan University (BDU) was established in the year 1992, originally intended to cater to the students of the University area who could not enter the regular colleges for higher studies. Subsequently, the area of Centre for Distance Education was extended to cover all over India.

To help the Students, our Personal Contact Programme Centres (PCP) are located in 41 Towns / Cities. There are more than 16,000 students on roll, with an annual enrolment of about 7,000 to 8,000 students. The Centre for Distance Education offers as many as 66 programmes including 14 UG, 24 PG, 7 Diploma / PG Diploma MCA and MBA programmes are the most sought after Courses.

Besides the conventional programmes the Centre for Distance Education is offering programmes in Computer Science and Applications, Information Technology, E-Commerce, Bank Management, Financial Management, Co-Operation, Library and Information Science, Animation etc. The lab-oriented programmes are meticulously planned and executed with same vigor of regular programmes, with no compromise on the practical requirements.

The Centre for Distance Education conducts the theory and practical classes on Saturdays and Sundays. The conduct of the programmes are strictly monitored by the Centre for Distance Education Staff and the Director through regular visit to the PCP Centres.

The students are requested to give their feedback with regard to the quality of teaching. Remedial steps will be taken to maintain high standard of teaching. There is a grievance register kept at every PCP center. The grievances of the students will be redressed without any delay. The study materials are also given to the students regularly in tune with the every revision in the syllabi.

A significant number of our MCA students have found quite lucrative career abroad.

Some of the special strengths of our CDE are worth mentioning:

Conduct of MCA, MBA and other Professional / Lab oriented programmes under Semester pattern, following the same syllabi and common examinations as per regular programmes. Hence our CDE students are entitled for University Ranks / Medals.

Intensive and regular conduct of practical sessions conducted in the labs of regular colleges and monitored by a duly designed lab co-ordinator.

Results will be declared along with that of the regular students.

Arrangement will be made for Scholarship for students belonging to SC/ST of Tamil Nadu.

For more Information www.bdu.ac.in

TIFR (VSRP-2010) Tata Institute of Fundamental Research Visiting Students' Research Programme

Tata Institute of Fundamental Research
(A Deemed University)

Visiting Students' Research Programme (VSRP-2010)

TIFR conducts summer programmes in which talented students are given an exposure to research activities in areas of Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Mathematics, and Physics (Astronomy & Astrophysics, Condensed Matter Physics & Material Sciences, High Energy Physics, Nuclear & Atomic Physics and Theoretical Physics). The programmes are held at the Mumbai campus of the Tata Institute of Fundamental Research as well as at the National Centre for Radio Astrophysics (NCRA), Pune.

Typically, VSRP students will have just completed a year of their Master's programme, and get an opportunity to work on a research project at TIFR during the period mid May-mid to July each year.

At TIFR, research is carried out in frontline areas of all the fundamental sciences: Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Mathematics and Physics, as well as in the field of Science Education.  TIFR Scientists are world leaders in several fields and their published contributions to scientific knowledge are internationally recognised.  Over the years, the Institute has developed many new areas of research as well as training programmes.

The Visiting Students' Research Programme (VSRP) - 2010 will be held during the period from May 17 to July 9, 2010. 

Students interested in applying for VSRP (Mathematics), please click here.  

Participants are paid a monthly stipend of Rs 6000/-, Sleeper class return railway fare and are provided with shared hostel accommodation.

Eligibility:   

Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics - Pre-final year students of (1)  M.Sc. in Applied Maths, Astronomy, Biosciences, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics. (2)  B.E. / B.Tech with interest in Physics. (3)  Medicine / Engineering. (4)  Exceptionally bright B.Sc. students in Mathematics may be considred.

Computer & Systems Sciences  - Pre-final year students of B.E. / B.Tech. / M.Sc. / M.C.A. / M.E. / M.Tech.  

How To Apply

Download the VSRP-2010 application form  from the Downloads section of this website or send a request for application form with a self-addressed, stamped (Rs 10/-) envelope (25cmX17cm) superscribed: VSRP-2010 to: "Assistant Registrar (Academic),  University Cell, Tata Institute of Fundamental Research, Homi Bhabha Road, Colaba, Mumbai 400 005.      

Last date for submitting filled-in forms :
January 8, 2010

F.A.Q. 

1.  How much GPA / %  is required to get admission into the VSRP program?

There is no cut-off GPA that is needed for the VSRP program. We look at the overall profile while making a decision. This includes academic performance as evinced by grades/GPA, referee reports, your write up, etc.

2. I have finished my MSc / am in my final year of MSc / am in the 2nd year of Engineering … but am interested in applying to the VSRP program. Your website says only pre-final year students are allowed to apply. Can I apply ? 

The program is designed primarily for pre-final year students.  We're sorry, but given the response the VSRP program generates just among pre-final year students, we cannot consider candidates who have finished their MSc. While you may apply if you are in your second year, or in the final year, unless you are really exceptionally well qualified, the probability of getting admission is very low.

3. I will be having my engineering 6th semester exams sometime  in June due to which there might be a clash with the research program schedule. could you please clarify as to whether this clash could be avoided. If you can  reschedule your exams,  then the clash can be avoided ? 

The VSRP is an VERY INTENSIVE program, and we do not allow students to take off in the middle, or reschedule the timings. If you are NOT free for the ENTIRE  period, please do NOT apply for the VSRP program.

4. It is not clear if any program is available for XXXX Engg. related research or if pre-final year XXXX Engg. student is eligible for a VSRP project in the YYYY department. 

Anyone with any eligible degree is free to apply to any department. We do not restrict students from exploring projects in other areas if they demonstrate a keen interest and competency. Your research write up, recommendations etc. are all important, not just the degree / GPA.

5. I am doing my MSc physics at IIT-X.Actually i wanted to know how many students do you take from IITX ?  

We have no fixed number of students that we take from any one institution. However, as we take typically ~40 students from all over India, very often, only one or two students are taken from a single institution, though this depends primarily on the merit of the student.

6. I am doing MSc in physics. I am super interested in going for a summer project on the topic "Spin injection through different g-factor heterointerfaces using negative trions….".Please mail me more information about the project as soon as possible so that i can apply for….. 

The students do not decide the project topic as a rule. Depending on your interest and competency, the department will assign you a project guide (if you are selected), and you will together decide on the details of the project. If you would really like to work in a very particular area please mention your interests on the VSRP application form.

7. I am from India, but I am currently pursuing my undergraduate studies in the US. I am interested in applying to VSRP.  

We are sorry to disappoint you, but at present, the VSRP program admits only those students pursuing their studies at institutions within India. We however would encourage you to visit TIFR and interact with members in your area of interest when you visit India.

8. Is it compulsory to have a detailed knowledge about the particular research topic of interest ? 

While no specialized knowledge is necessary, we would expect you to have a very thorough understanding of what is typically taught at the Pre-Final year level.

9. Are we to undertake a project on the research topic and finish it in the two month visiting time or is it a chance to read and enhance my knowledge on the particular topic. 

You will be working on a focussed research project.

10. Will I have to compulsorily stay at TIFR during the full duration of the program ?

No, but given the intensity of the project it will be very difficult for you to work on it if you do not stay somewhere close enough.   Participants are paid a monthly stipend of Rs 6000/-, Sleeper class return railway fare and are provided with shared hostel accommodation.

Downloads :

Application Form
Referee Report Forms
Information Brochure
Poster

Download Zip file containing the full forms set.

Last date for submitting filled-in forms :

January 8, 2010

Contact :

Assistant Registrar (Academic)

Tata Institute of Fundamental Research

Homi Bhabha Road, Colaba

Mumbai 400005.

Tel : (022) 2278 2875 / 2629 /2241

Fax : (022) 2280 4555

Email : vsrp @ tifr.res.in

Working hours:
Monday- Friday 09:00 a.m. - 05:30 p.m.
Closed Saturday and Sunday

For more information visit http://www.tifr.res.in/~vsrp