JAIN
UNIVERSITY
Centre
for Research in Social Sciences and Education,
52,
Bellary Road, Hebbal, Bangalore - 560 024
P:
+91 80 2354 5246 / 48
Ph.D ADMISSION NOTICE 2015
General
& Admission Enquires P +91 80
2354 5246 / 48
Courses
offered
Ph.D. Programme in the Faculty of Sciences
Jain University encourages research in Pure and
Applied Sciences in contemporary areas of interest, research studies linked to
research problems in industry, inter-disciplinary research and research in
emerging areas. The research is undertaken by full time faculty attached to
various Departments and Centres of the University, as well as research scholars
enrolled with the University. The extensive facilities created in the
University are put to maximum use. Where needed, scholars permitted to use
exclusive facilities available with Institutions like the Indian Institute of
Science, Indian Institute of Management, National Aeronautical Laboratory,
Institute of Astrophysics etc. Scholars are challenged to take up research in
innovative areas, which impact human life and also to contribute to existing
body of knowledge. A number of projects are funded by Government and Private
sector entities.
Research interests of the University are currently
in the following areas. Jain University constantly seeks to evolve new lines of
research inquiry with a view to contributing significantly to the body of
scientific knowledge in pure and applied sciences.
Nanostructured
Hybrid Functional Materials & Devices
Drug Discovery
Hydrogen generation
Bioanalytical Chemistry
Metal Ion Catalysed Reactions
Bioinformatics
Herbal drug development against tuberculosis
Cancer Biology
Biofuels
Industrial Microbiology.
The Ph.D. Programme in Pure and Applied Sciences is offered
by the following Departments/Centres of the University:
Biochemistry, Bioinfomatics, Biophysics, Botany,
Biotechnology, Zoology, Microbiology, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics and
Psychology, Computer Science & Information Technology, Electronicsand
Forensic Science.
Ph.D. Programme in the Faculty of Engineering and Technology
The Research and Development focus of Jain
University in the fields of Engineering Science and Technology is on areas
related to current needs of industry sectors and verticals, emerging areas,
cross-disciplinary research studies and innovative themes. Industry sectors and
verticals include Information Technology, Material Science, Energy,
Nano-technology related to environment, Chemical Engineering and Material
Science. The research is undertaken by full time faculty attached to various
Departments and Centres of the University, as well as research scholars
enrolled with the University. The extensive facilities created in the
University are used by scholars. Where needed, scholars are permitted to use
exclusive facilities available with Institutions like the Indian Institute of
Science, Indian Institute of Management, National Aeronautical Laboratory,
Institute of Astrophysics etc.
Research interests of the University are currently
in the following areas. Jain University constantly seeks to evolve new lines of
research inquiry with a view to contributing significantly to the body of
scientific knowledge in Engineering Sciences and Technology.
Micro, Mini and Unmanned Air Vehicles
Structural Health Monitoring
Nano polymer
composites
Fiber Reinforced composites
Computational Fluid Dynamics
Avionics
Static Flight Simulators
MEMS
Nano materials for Catalysis and Membrane
Technology
Fire Engineering, Earthquake Engineering
Rainfall Models and Long Range Forecasts
Biomass Waste Utilization
Bulk Utilization of fly ash
The Ph.D. Programme in Engineering Sciences & Technology
is offered by the following Departments / Centres of the University:
School of Engineering and Technology (Departments
of Mechanical Engineering, Electronics
Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering and Computer Science
& Engineering), Centre for Emerging Technologies (in varied areas), Centre
for Disaster Mitigation (Fire Engineering and Earthquake Engineering), Centre
for Nanobiosciences and the International Institute of Aerospace Engineering
and Management
Eligibility
Candidate should hold a Master’s Degree (from a
recognised university) in the relevant subject with a minimum of 55% (In the
case of SC / ST candidates there will be a relaxation of 5%). Selection will be
through an Entrance Test and Interview.
Candidates who have passed UGC / CSIR / Fellowship
holders shall be exempted from the Written Test; but they will need to take up
the Interview.
Candidates who are qualified for CA or ACS or ICWA
with basic degree are also eligible to register for Ph.D. in this category
Candidates who have qualified for Masters Degree
prior to 1990-91 with no less than 50% marks are also eligible to register for
Ph.D. programme
M.Phil. degree holders will get a waiver for part
of the course work of Ph.D. programme
Candidates sponsored by organizations are also
eligible to apply subject to their fulfillment of the above mentioned
qualifications
Candidates who hold a Masters Degree viz., M.Tech /
M.Sc (Engineering) in Civil, Mechanical, Aerospace or Aeronautical Engineering
(Structural or Associated disciplines) are eligible for the Ph.D. (Aerospace
Engineering) Programme.
Scholarships
A few research scholarship are available for
selected meritorious candidates who are not currently employed and are willing
to take up a Research / Teaching Assistantship.
Click
here to download the scholarship application form.
Duration of the Programme 3+ year
Terms &
Programme Content
Pre Ph.D.
Course work
Candidates admitted into the Ph.D. programme are
required to complete pre Ph.D. course work comprising two terms over a total
duration of one year. The first two semesters (first year) of the PhD programme
is devoted to course work. Successful completion of course work would confirm
the registration. Two years after successful completion of course work, the
student is eligible to submit the thesis.
Evaluation of Pre Ph.D.
Candidates will be awarded a pass in Pre Ph.D.
Course upon:
Securing an aggregate of 50% marks in the term end
exams, and a minimum of 40% marks in each subject
Award of pass grade by the Guide and Co-Guide for
the Literature Review and Synopsis
Seminar
On successful completion of the Pre Ph.D.
programme, an open Seminar shall be presented by the Research Scholar wherein
he is expected to defend the research proposal. The Seminar shall be presented
before an Evaluation Committee consisting of 3 experts, of which at least one
shall be from Jain University in addition to the Guides. The Committee will
recommend the suitability of the candidate for registration into the Ph.D.
programme.
Registration to Ph.D. Programme
Final Registration of candidates into Ph.D.
programme will be based on:
Successful completion of Pre Ph.D. programme
Recommendation of the Evaluation Committee
Approval of the Ph.D. Registration Committee
Note: Prior to registration, the student should
furnish original certificates / documents and credentials that will be
prescribed by JU from time to time.
Progress Report
The Scholar should submit the progress report in
the prescribed format to the Guide for his / her approval every 6 months. Non
submission of two consecutive reports will result in cancellation of
registration.
Work in Progress Seminar
The Scholar will be required to participate in an
open seminar once in 6 months as per the Calendar notified by the University,
wherein he shall present the progress made by him/her in his/her chosen area of
Research.
Model Entrance Test Paper
Admission
procedure
Click here to download
the application form:
The candidate should submit his / her application
to the University, in the prescribed form with a DD of 1000/- INR in the favour
of Jain University, payable at Bangalore, along with other necessary documents;
viz., degree certificate, marks cards and such other documents prescribed along
with receipt for having paid the prescribed fee. In case of employed candidates,
no objection / deputation certificate from the employer, for pursuing research
is necessary.
Filled application forms can be couriered to:
Admissions Office (Ph.D Programme)
Centre for Research in Social Sciences and
Education, Jain University
52, Bellary Road, Hebbal, Bangalore - 560 024
P: +91 80 2354 5246 / 48
Or
Filled application forms can be personally
submitted at :
School of
Graduate Studies, Jain University
# 34, 1st
Cross, JC Road, Bangalore - 560 001
The candidate should submit two copies of the
synopsis of the proposed research along with his / her application.
Eligible
candidates will be required to take up a Pre Ph.D. Entrance examination
comprising an Aptitude Test, a Subject Paper and an Interview.
Candidates who have passed UGC / CSIR / Fellowship
holders shall be exempted from the Written Test; but they will need to take up
the Interview.
Reservations for SC, ST and other candidates shall
be as per the guidelines of the Government of India.
Important
Dates
Date of Formal Notification
Calling for Applications : 1 June 2015
Last Date for Receipt of
Filled up Applications: 17 July 2015
Announcement of Candidates
Eligible to write Entrance Test: 21 July 2015
Date of Interaction Session (Optional) with
Applicants (At J C Road Campus 5 pm): 22
July 2015
Date of Entrance Test (11
am) for Eligible Candidates (At J C Road
Campus): 26 July 2015
Announcement of Entrance
Test Results: 30 July 2015
Interviews for Candidates
who have passed Entrance Test: 1 August 2015 & 2 August 2015
Announcement of Final
Selection List: 4 August 2015
Last Date for Joining the
Course : 12 August 2015
Commencement of Course: 14
August 2015
FOR MORE
DETAILS, CONTACT
Mr. Shree Krishna
P: +91 80 2354 5246 / 48
