Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology, Thiruvananthapuram, MPH Admissions 2012

Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology, Thiruvananthapuram


MPH Admissions 2012
Master of Public Health (Epidemiology and Health Systems)

Applications have been invited from medical graduates for admission to Master of Public Health (Epidemiology and Health Systems) [offcampus course] of Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology, Thiruvananthapuram, conducted by ICMR School of Public Health at National Institute of Epidemiology, Chennai.

Eligibility Criteria:
Candidates fulfilling the following criteria are eligible to apply for the course:
 M.B.B.S. degree recognized by Medical Council of India
 Working in public health, preferably in State or Central Government Department or in Medical institutions, sponsored on deputation for two years on full-time basis
 Three years experience in public health related activities
 Age up to 45 years as on 1.7.2012. SC/ST/OBC/PH candidates will be eligible for age relaxation as per Government of India rules.

Application Forms:
Application forms can be downloaded from: http://www.nie.gov.in/Application%20form%202010.pdf
Candidates have to submit a Demand Draft for Rs.600/- (Rupees Six hundred only) drawn in favour of "SCTIMST" payable at Thiruvananthapuram, towards
Application Fee, along with filled-in application form.

Last date for submission of applications to the Director, National Institute of Epidemiology (ICMR), Chennai 600 077 is 1st March 2012.

For more details, visit: http://www.nie.gov.in

Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology (IIST), Thiruvananthapuram, Ph.D. Programme – Feb 2012

Department of Space, Government of India

Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology (IIST), Thiruvananthapuram
Deemed to be University under Section 3 of the UGC Act, 1956


Ph.D. Programme – Feb 2012

Click here to download Programme Details and Area of Research (.pdf)
Click here to download Application Form (.pdf) (also available as editable text, in .doc format)
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Last Date for Receipt of Applications : 20-Dec-2011

Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology envisions the integration of Space Technology and Space Science educational programs with basic and applied research for meeting the national R&D requirements of science and technology in general and of the Indian Space Programme in particular. The institute provides a vibrant research atmosphere and offers doctoral and post-doctoral programmes.

Applications are invited from highly motivated candidates for admission to the Ph.D. Programme starting in February 2012, in the areas of Aerospace Engineering, Avionics, Chemistry, Earth and Space Sciences, Humanities, Mathematics and Physics.

Eligibility

Minimum Qualifications:

Masters Degree in the relevant area with first class or equivalent. However, outstanding candidates with Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with an excellent academic record and aptitude for research may be considered for direct admission to the Ph.D. Programme. Candidates with Master’s degree in basic science subjects and Humanities must be NET qualified (JRF) to be considered for the Ph.D. programme.

Age Limit: Applicant should be below 28 years as on 20th Dec 2011. Age relaxation is applicable as per Govt.of India Rules.

Nationality:Applicant should be an Indian citizen.


AREAS OF CURRENT RESEARCH
Department Code Research Area Eligibility*
AE /IIST
1.Space Dynamics, Optimal Lunar/ Interplanetary Mission Design M.Tech in Aerospace Engg./ Mechanical Engg. or related areas
AV/IIST
2.Machine Learning and Algorithms to solve Markov Decision Processes M.Tech in Computer Science with B.Tech in Electronics and Communication
3.Space Vector Modulation Algorithms M.Tech in Power Electronics with B.Tech in Electrical / Electronics and Communication
CH /IIST
4.Polymer Nanocomposites M.Sc / M.Tech in Chemistry /Polymer Technology or related areas
ES /IIST
5.Clustering around Young Massive Stellar Objects M.Sc. in Physics
6.Warm – Hot Inter-Galactic Gas in the Low Red-Shift Universe
7.Radiative Processes of Compact Objects
8.Cloud Micro-Physics M.Sc./ M.Tech in Metereology /Atmospheric Sciences
HS/IIST
9.Electronics Parts Management in Space Industry B.Tech in any branch and M.Tech in Industrial Engineering / MBA in Operations Management/ MS in Industrial Management
MA /IIST
10.Stochastic Modelling / Queueing Theory M.Sc. Mathematics / Statistics / Operations Research
PH /IIST
11.Digital Holography M.Sc. in Physics / Applied Physics / M.Tech Applied Optics
12.Quantum Logic Clock

*Outstanding candidates with Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering with an excellent academic record and aptitude for research can also apply.

Research Fellowship:
The Scholars selected for IIST Ph.D. programme will be given a fellowship of Rs.16,000 / Rs.18,000 for the first two years based on the qualifications.
After two years of research experience, their performance will be evaluated by a review committee constituted by Director, IIST. Based on the review, the fellowship amount may be enhanced to Rs.18,000/Rs.20,000 respectively.

The scholars will be required to assist the Departments in academic activities as and when required.

The scholars will have to pay tuition / registration fee and fee for the boarding / lodging/medical facilities etc., as per IIST rules.
Selection Procedure

Applications in the prescribed format will be received until 20th Dec 2011.
Candidates will be short-listed based on Academic records and other relevant criteria like research experience, National Eligibility Tests, etc.
Selection will be based on a written test followed by an interview.

List of shortlisted candidates for written test and the dates of written test / interview will be displayed in IIST website by 1st week of Jan 2012.
All short-listed candidates will be required to appear for a written test in their relevant areas.

Written test of two hours duration will be conducted at IIST, Trivandrum during 3rd week of Jan 2012.


The written test will aim to evaluate the basic understanding of the relevant subject area. The test may contain both descriptive and objective questions.
Candidates qualified in the written test will be required to appear for an interview the following day.

Selected candidates will be intimated within a week of the final interview. Results will also be displayed in our website.
Outstation candidates will be paid to and fro sleeper class train fare by shortest route, or actual fare (whichever is lower) for attending the test / interview.


How to Apply
Application form can be downloaded from IIST website “http://www.iist.ac.in”
NOTE: Separate Application-Forms shall be used to apply for each Research-Area listed under different Department-Codes. However, a single Application-Form may be used to apply for more than one Research-Area listed under the same Department-Code.
Duly filled application form along with attested copies of documents mentioned in the application form should be sent to
Administrative Officer,
Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology (IIST),
Valiamala P.O., Thiruvananthapuram – 695547, Kerala,

in a sealed envelope, with the superscription “Application for IIST Ph.D. Programme – Feb 2012”.

Application form should be accompanied by a fee of Rs. 250/- (Rupees Two Hundred and Fifty only) (Rs. 125/- for SC/ST candidates) in the form of Demand Draft drawn in favour of “The Registrar, IIST” payable at Thiruvananthapuram.

Last date for receipt of the filled-in application form: 20th Dec 2011.

Any enquiry on Ph.D. Admissions should be emailed to < enquiry-phd@iist.ac.in >, addressed to the Secretary, Research Council, IIST, till 30th Nov, 2011. Emails not containing full-name, postal-address, contact-telephone-numbers and department-code/research-area of the prospective candidate, or other forms of enquiries, will not be responded to.

College of Engineering CET, Thiruvananthapuram, M.Tech Evening Admissions 2011

College of Engineering CET, Thiruvananthapuram

M.Tech Evening Admissions 2011

The College of Engineering ,Thiruvananthapuram has invited applications for admission to the M.Tech Evening course of duration 7 semesters in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics & Communication branches. 10 seats are available in each specialisation.

The specialization available for M.Tech Evening course are:

Civil Engineering
Specialisation
(i) Environmental Engineering
(ii) Geotechnical Engineering
(iii) Hydraulics Engineering
(iv) Structural Engineering

Qualifying Degree: B.Tech Degree in Civil Engineering from University of Kerala or equivalent .

Mechanical Engineering
Specialisation
(i) Machine Design
(ii) Thermal Science
(iii) Industrial Engineering
(iv) Propulsion Engineering

Qualifying Degree: B.Tech Degree in Mechanicl/Industrial/Production Engineering from University of Kerala or equivalent .

Electrical & Electronics Engineering

Specialisation
(i) Control Systems
(ii) Electrical Machines
(iii) Guidance & Navigation Control
(iv) Power Systems

Qualifying Degree: B.Tech Degree in Electrical/Electrical & Electronics Engineering from University of Kerala or equivalent .

Electronics & Communication Engineering

Specialisation
(i) Microwave & T.V. Engineering
(ii) Applied Electronics & Instrumentation

Qualifying Degree: B.Tech Degree in Electronics & Communication / Applied Electronics & Instrumentation Engineering from University of Kerala or equivalent.

Only selected specialisations of each branch will be offered for admission in a year as notified by the Institution.

Eligibility:
Candidates should possess B.Tech in relevent stream with minimum of 60% marks (55% for SC/ST). Candidates should have Technical/Engineering employment with a minimum of two years experience after passing the qualifying examination at the time of application.

The last date of receiving applications is 3rd December 2011.

Fee structure:
Admission Fee: Rs. 300/-
Tuition Fee: Rs. 18000/- per annum.
Special Fee: Rs. 3015/- per semester.
Caution Depoit: Rs. 1000/- (Refundable).

For more details visit www.cet.ac.in or www.dtekerala.gov.in

The College of Engineering ,Thiruvananthapuram,MTech Admissions

M.Tech Evening at CET, Tvm

The College of Engineering ,Thiruvananthapuram has invited applications for admission to the M.Tech Evening course of duration 7 semesters in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics & Communication branches. 10 seats are available in each specialisation.

The specialization available for M.Tech Evening course are:

Civil Engineering

Specialisation

(i) Environmental Engineering
(ii) Geotechnical Engineering
(iii) Hydraulics Engineering
(iv) Structural Engineering

Qualifying Degree: B.Tech Degree in Civil Engineering from University of Kerala or equivalent .

Mechanical Engineering

Specialisation

(i) Machine Design
(ii) Thermal Science
(iii) Industrial Engineering
(iv) Propulsion Engineering

Qualifying Degree: B.Tech Degree in Mechanicl/Industrial/Production Engineering from University of Kerala or equivalent .

Electrical & Electronics Engineering

Specialisation
(i) Control Systems
(ii) Electrical Machines
(iii) Guidance & Navigation Control
(iv) Power Systems

Qualifying Degree: B.Tech Degree in Electrical/Electrical & Electronics Engineering from University of Kerala or equivalent .

Electronics & Communication Engineering

Specialisation
(i) Microwave & T.V. Engineering
(ii) Applied Electronics & Instrumentation

Qualifying Degree: B.Tech Degree in Electronics & Communication / Applied Electronics & Instrumentation Engineering from University of Kerala or equivalent.

Only selected specialisations of each branch will be offered for admission in a year as notified by the Institution.

Eligibility:

Candidates should possess B.Tech in relevent stream with minimum of 60% marks (55% for SC/ST). Candidates should have Technical/Engineering employment with a minimum of two years experience after passing the qualifying examination at the time of application. The last date of receiving applications is 3rd December 2011.

Fee structure:

Admission Fee: Rs. 300/-

Tuition Fee: Rs. 18000/- per annum.

Special Fee: Rs. 3015/- per semester.

Caution Depoit: Rs. 1000/- (Refundable).

For more details visit www.cet.ac.in or www.dtekerala.gov.in

University of Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram, PhD/MSc (Engineering), Admissions 2011-2012

University of Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram

PhD/MSc (Engineering), Admissions 2011-2012

Applications have been invited in the prescribed form, from eligible candidates for registration for Full time / Part time research, leading to PhD / MSc (Engineering) by research degree of the Kerala University, for the July 2011 session, subject to availability of vacancies.

Eligibility:
A. Candidates to be considered eligible to apply for registration for PhD research should have:
i. Masters degree or its equivalent with not less than 55% marks
ii. Qualified in the Entrance Test conducted by Kerala University or National Eligibility Test conducted by the UGC / CSIR / ICAR / ICMR or GATE or State Level Eligibility Test conducted by the Kerala Government or Fellowship awarded by the KSCSTE or MPhil degree by research and thesis.

B. For MSc (Engineering by research), the candidate should have
i. Bachelors Degree holders in Engineering with not less than 55% marks
ii. Qualified in the GATE or Entrance Test conducted by Kerala University or State Level Eligibility Test conducted by the Kerala Government.

Relaxation of marks:
Candidates who have got a minimum of ten years of teaching experience at a College or University are eligible for a relaxation of 5% marks. However, in no cases a candidate is having less than 50% marks be granted registration.

Notwithstanding the above candidates belonging to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes who have secured 45% marks in Science subjects and 40% marks in Arts and Commerce subjects can apply for registration for PhD research, provided they satisfy the other eligibility requirements stipulated in this notification. Physically / visually challenged candidates are eligible for a relaxation of 5% marks for registration for research leading to PhD Degree.

Exemption from entrance test:
i. College / University teachers with seven or more years of teaching experience and candidates with DM / MCh Degree are exempted from the Entrance Test.
ii. Scientists / Engineers working in approved Research Laboratories either owned or managed by the Central / State Government or in Autonomous Research
Institutions of National Status, with seven years experience in the Grade Scientist / Engineer having two research papers published in the recognised research journals of the concerned subject approved by the Board of Studies concerned, are exempted from the PhD Entrance Test.
iii. Candidates with DBT-JRF are exempted from the PhD Entrance Test and they are permitted to register for research leading to PhD Degree in Biotechnology.
iv. Scientists / Ayurveda Doctors working in Pharmaceuticals / Hospitals / Research Centres owned by Government with 7 years experience and having 2 research papers published are exempted from the PhD Entrance Test.

Part-time registration:
Part-time PhD registration shall be restricted to regular / permanent teachers in the concerned subjects, of the Departments and affiliated Colleges of the University of Kerala.
Part-time registration is also extended to teachers who are working in substantive vacancies in Government and Aided Colleges in the State of Kerala. However, the facility of part-time PhD registration (1) in Library and Information Science is also extended to those who are working as Library Staff in the University of Kerala on regular basis with a minimum of 3 years experience, if all other conditions are satisfied and (2) in Management Studies is extended to those working in managerial position with a minimum of 3 years experience in Government and Public Sector undertakings, provided all other conditions are satisfied.

Applications for part-time registration should be accompanied by a No Objection Certificate from the appointing authority and stating that they are appointed on a regular basis in the College / Department.

How to apply
Applications and other details can be downloaded from the Web site www.keralauniversity.ac.in or can be obtained from the Section Officer, Forms Section, University of Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram directly or by post on request with sufficiently stamped envelope and demand draft / chalan for Rs.10/-.

Duly filled in applications should be accompanied by a Chalan Receipt / Demand Draft of Rs.500/-as registration fee. All remittance made by Demand Drafts should be drawn in favour of the Finance Officer, University of Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram. The drafts drawn on SBT Branches payable at SBT Service Branch, Thiruvananthapuram and on District Co-operative Banks payable at State Co-operative Bank, Head Office Branch, Thiruvananthapuram only will be accepted from candidates residing within the State. Those residing outside the State may submit SBI drafts payable at SBI Main Branch, Thiruvananthapuram.

Candidates who select University Departments as their research centres shall send their applications to the Head of the Department concerned. Candidates belonging to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes shall send a copy of their application to the Registrar also. Those who select recognised Research Institutions/Departments of affiliated colleges shall send their applications to the Registrar.

The last date for submission of applications is 15.07.2011.

For details, logon to the link:
http://www.keralauniversity.ac.in/images/ExamNotifications/notifications/reg_phd_msc_new.pdf

Regional Cancer Centre RCC, Thiruvananthapuram, DM Medical Oncology, Admissions 2011-2012

Regional Cancer Centre RCC, Thiruvananthapuram.

DM Medical Oncology Admissions 2011-2012


Applications have been invited in the prescribed format from eligible candidates for admission to the three year DM Medical Oncology Course at Regional Cancer Centre, Thiruvananthapuram.

Eligibility for admission:
(a)Nativity:
Applicants should have satisfied the following conditions:-(i) Should be an Indian Citizen

(ii) Should have passed the MBBS and PG Degree (MD) from any of the Medical Colleges in India, recognized by the Medical Council of India or DNB from an institute in India, approved by the National Board of Examinations, New Delhi.

(b) Basic Academic Qualifications:
(i) M.B.B.S. Degree recognized by the Medical Council of India
(ii) Appropriate Post Graduate Degree (M.D) recognized by the Medical Council of India OR appropriate DNB of National Board of Examinations, New Delhi.

(c)Age:
Upper age limit for General merit candidates would be 35 years, as on the last date for submitting the application. Age relaxation of five years is applicable to all SC/ST candidates.

(d) All candidates should qualify the Entrance Examination conducted by the Regional Cancer Centre, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala by securing minimum of 50% marks.

Application procedure:
• Candidate seeking admission to the course shall download prospectus, instructions and Annexures from the website www.rcctvm.org
• The application alone should be submitted online.
• A Demand Draft for Rs. 1500/- (Rs.750/- for SC/ST) payable at State Bank of Travancore, Medical College Branch, Thiruvananthapuram or any of its service branches payable at Thiruvananthapuram, drawn in favour of "Director, Regional Cancer Centre" should be sent to The Director, Regional Cancer Centre, Thiruvananthapuram
• The envelope containing the application should be superscribed "APPLICATION FOR DM MEDICAL ONCOLOGY COURSE, 2011".

Certificates / Documents to be attached along with the application form.

I. Originals to be attached,
1. Typed application form in colour( pages 1-5)
2. Three self attested 3X4 cm photographs affixed with fevicol at designated space
3. Self addressed envelope for admit card of 25 cm X 16 cm size. The address should be clearly and neatly written in capital letters for sending admit card.
4. Demand Draft
5. Certificate as in ANNEXURE I
6. Certificate as in ANNEXURE III to prove experience

II. Self attested copies of certificates
7. Final MBBS Marks sheet.
8. MBBS passing certificate.
9. Internship completion certificate.
10.MD/DNB passing / appearing certificate.
11.MD/DNB attempt certificate.
12.Permanent medical registration certificate of MD/DNB.
13.Certificate proving nationality (Passport, Voters ID, PAN Card, Thahasildars certificate).
14.Certificate proving date of birth.
15.Character/conduct certificate issued by competent authority (head of institute/gazetted officer).
16.SC/ST certificate issued by Revenue Officer not below the rank of a Tahsildar in case of candidates claiming exam fee exemption/age relaxation
17.Photo copy of publications if any.

The completed applications forms along with the required documents are to reach the office of the Director on or before 4.00 pm on 20th June 2011.

For details, visit www.rcctvm.org

IISER, Thiruvananthapuram - Ph.D. Admissions 2011

Indian Institute of Science Education and Research IISER, Thiruvananthapuram, Computer Science Building, CET Campus,
Engineering College PO, Thiruvananthapuram - 695016, Kerala

Ph.D. Admissions 2011

Applications have been invited from highly motivated students for admission to the Ph.D. programme beginning in August 2011 at the Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) Thiruvananthapuram.

Eligibility criteria:

(i) Biological Sciences:
Candidates must satisfy any one of the following criterions:

1. Masters degree in Biological/Chemical/Physical/Mathematical/ Allied Medical Sciences or a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Medicine. 60% marks or equivalent is desirable.

2. Qualifying in one of the following national level tests with validity as on 1st of August 2011: CSIR-UGC-JRF/DBT-JRF/GATE/ICMR JRF. The second requirement (qualifying in a national test) is waived for applicants interested in pursuing a Ph.D. in Ecology and Evolution.

(ii) Chemical Sciences:
Masters degree in Chemistry with 60% marks or equivalent is desirable. Candidates should qualify CSIR-UGC-JRF/GATE with validity as on 1st of August 2011.

(iii) Physical Sciences:

Masters degree in Physical Sciences, Engineering or Technology in areas closely related to the interests of the physics faculty at IISER TVM. 60% marks or equivalent is desirable. Qualifying in one of the following national level tests with validity as on 1st of August 2011: GATE/CSIR-UGC-JRF. Applicants with M. Tech need a GATE score valid as of 1st August 2010.

(iv) Mathematical Sciences:
Candidates must satisfy any one of the following criterion:

1. Master’s degree in Mathematics / Statistics / in a relevant area of science with desired CPI of 6.5 (or 60% of marks) and a valid CSIR-UGC-JRF/NBHM/GATE as on 1st August 2011.

2. Master’s degree in Engineering / Technology in a relevant area with desired CPI of 6.5 (or 60% of marks) with valid GATE score as on 1st August 2010.

3. Bachelor’s degree in Engineering / Technology in a relevant area with a desired CPI of 7.0 (or 65% of marks), an appearance in the Indian National Math Olympiad (INMO) in class XI or XII, and a valid CSIR-UGC-JRF/NBHM/GATE as on 1st August 2011.

Application:
Application forms can be downloaded from the website link:
http://iisertvm.ac.in/wp-content/uploads/2010/02/201108-PhDApplicationForm.pdf

Completed applications (along with Demand Draft for Rs.200/-[Rs.100/- for SC/ST] drawn in favour of the Registrar, Indian Institute of Science Education and Research, Thiruvananthapuram) should be sent to The Dean (Academics), Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Thiruvananthapuram, Computer Science Building, CET Campus, Engineering College PO, Thiruvananthapuram - 695016, Kerala so as to reach on or before April 11, 2011.

For details, logon to the website link:
http://iisertvm.ac.in/iiser-news/ph-d-admissions-august-2011.html