Centre for Cellular and Molecular Biology (CCMB), Hyderabad, Ph.D Admissions 2012

Centre for Cellular and Molecular Biology (CCMB), Hyderabad

Ph.D Admissions 2012


Centre for Cellular and Molecular Biology (CCMB), Hyderabad, has invited applications from candidates who are bonafide Indian citizens, to pursue research in modern biology leading to a PhD Degree.

The projects offered for PhD would be in the broad areas of Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Genetics, Genomics, Developmental Biology, Nanobiology, Plant Molecular Biology, Protein Structure and Function, Biology of Macromolecules, Biology of Infection, Epigenetics, Chromatin Biology and Bioinformatics.

Eligibility Criteria:
Candidates who satisfy the following criteria only need apply:

1. Candidates with a Master's degree in any branch of science or a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Medicine or Pharmacy, having a valid National level fellowship (JRF / SRF of various funding agencies, e.g., CSIR, UGC, DBT, ICMR, etc.), DST-INSPIRE or other equivalent fellowship can apply. Candidates with Bachelor’s degree in Engineering / pharmacy with GATE / GPAT qualification with a minimum of 85 percentile can also apply. Candidates whose final results are awaited but meet the fellowship qualifications may also apply.

2. Candidates qualified only for lecturer-ship in CSIR-UGC (NET) examination or MSc candidates qualified in GATE examination need not apply.

3. Upper age limit is 28 years as on 10.12.2011 which is relaxable as per GoI rules for SC / ST / OBC / Women / Physically Handicapped candidates.

Applications:
Candidates who satisfy the above criteria may submit their applications online through: http://www.ccmb.res.in/phd/phd_reg.php by 10.12.2011.
List of selected candidates for the written test will be ready by 18.12.2011 at http://www.ccmb.res.in/ph d

Written Test and Interview:
All the applications will be screened and candidates found suitable will be called for written test to be held on 18.01.2012 at CCMB, Hyderabad. Candidates qualified in the written test will have to appear for interview on 19.01.2012 and 20.01.2012. Candidates selected in the interview will be asked to stay for discussions on 21.01.2012. Candidates who have qualified in CSIR-UGC NET Fellowship or ICMR-JRF or DBT-JRF or any other equivalent fellowship can also walk in on the day of the written test (18th January, 2012) at 7.30 am into CCMB along with proof of their qualification for the respective fellowship.

For details, logon to the link: http://www.ccmb.res.in/edu_phdprograms.html

Anna University Chennai, MBA, MCA, MSc Admissions 2012

Anna Varsity, Chennai
Centre for Distance Education


MBA, MCA, MSc Admissions 2012

Centre For Distance Education, Anna University, Chennai has invited applications for admission to MBA, MCA and MSc Courses of 2012:

Courses & Eligibility:
1. Master of Business Administration (MBA) - 2 Years
MBA - General Management
MBA - Technology Management
MBA - Financial Services Management
MBA - Retail Management
MBA - Health Services Management
MBA - Human Resources Management
Eligibility:
Any Degree of three years of study duration and a pass in the entrance test conducted by Anna University.

2. Master of Computer Applications (MCA) - 3 Years
Eligibility:
Any degree of 3 years of study duration with Maths at HSC level or degree level and a pass in entrance test conducted by Anna University.

3. Master of Science (MSc) - 2 Years
Eligibility:
BSc Mathematics / Computer Science / Physics / Information Technology / Software Engineering / Applied Science / Computer Technology / Applied Science - Computer Technology / Applied Science - Information Technology / Applied Science - Computer Systems Maintenance and Networking / Electronics / BCA / BES or equivalent and a pass in the entrance test conducted by Anna University.

Application Procedure:
Blank application form can be downloaded from the website annauniv.edu/cde and the same may be filled. The completed application along with the demand draft for Rs.650 drawn in favour of 'The Director, Centre for Distance Education, Anna University' payable at Chennai. The Demand Draft must be obtained from any Nationalized Bank on or after the date specified in the advertisement, along with a self addressed post card should be sent to 'The Director, Centre for Distance Education, Anna University , Chennai - 600025' so as to reach on or before 09-01-2012

For details, logon to the link: http://cde.annauniv.edu/pdf/Brochure.pdf

Indian Maritime University IMU, Cochin, PGDME Admissions 2012

Indian Maritime University IMU, Cochin,
Training Centre Complex, W.Island, Cochin - 682003



PGDME Admissions 2012
One year Pre-Sea Training in Post Graduate Diploma in Marine Engineering (PGDME)

Applications have been invited by Indian Maritime University, Cochin for direct admission to One year Pre-Sea Training in Post Graduate Diploma in Marine Engineering (PGDME) formerly known as Graduate Marine Engineering (GME), course starting from 03rd January, 2012.

Eligibility criteria:
BE / BTech (Mechanical or Naval Architecture) Degree from AICTE approved college or the IIT with minimum 50% marks in final year and minimum 50% marks in English in 10th or 12th standard.

Age:
Maximum 28 years on date of commencement of training (03rd January, 2012). Age relaxation of five years for SC / ST candidates and two years for female candidates applicable.

Medical standard:
As per existing MS medical standards for pre sea training. Good health and eyesight in general.Medical fitness certificate from DGS Approved Medical Practitioner to be obtained before admission.

Course fee:
Rs. 3,00,000/- (Subject to revision by Indian Maritime University, from time to time) payable in two installments. Keep Demand Draft for Rs.1,50,000/- ready to deposit & join course immediately.

Processing fee:
Rs.1,000/- by DD issued by a nationalised bank in the name of 'Indian Maritime University, Cochin Campus' payable at Cochin to be deposited along with the application form.

Application Procedure:
Application form and other details can be obtained from website www.imu.tn.nic.in
Last Date of Submission of Application Forms at IMU, Indian Maritime University, Training Centre Complex, W.Island, Cochin - 682003 is 18th November, 2011.
Date of Interview cum Admission: 09th December, 2011 at 10.00 am, at Cochin Campus

For details, logon to the link:
http://www.imu.tn.nic.in/PGDME-2012/Advertisement%20for%20PGDME.pdf

Symbiosis National Aptitude (SNAP) Test, SNAP 2011

Symbiosis International University, Pune


Symbiosis National Aptitude (SNAP) Test, SNAP 2011

Symbiosis International University, Pune has invited applications for the Symbiosis National Aptitude (SNAP) Test, a common and mandatory written test for the admission to all the Post-Graduate Institutes of Symbiosis International University.

SNAP is only the first step for admission. In addition, a candidate has to undergo the selection process of the desired Institute to qualify for the admission to the Post-Graduate programme of that Institute.

Institutions:
The Institutes covered by SNAP are the following:

Symbiosis Institute of Business Management (SIBM) Pune (www.sibm.edu )
Symbiosis Institute of Computer Studies & Research (SICSR) (www.sicsr.ac.in )
Symbiosis Institute of Media & Communication (SIMC) Pune (www.simc.edu )
Symbiosis Institute of International Business (SIIB) (www.siib.ac.in )
Symbiosis Centre for Management & Human Resource Development (SCMHRD) (www.scmhrd.edu )
Symbiosis Institute of Management Studies (SIMS) (www.sims.edu )
Symbiosis Institute of Telecom Management (SITM) (www.sitm.ac.in )
Symbiosis Centre for Information Technology (SCIT) (www.scit.edu )
Symbiosis Institute of Geo-informatics (SIG) (www.sig.ac.in )
Symbiosis Institute of Operations Management (SIOM) Nashik (www.siom.in )
Symbiosis Institute of Health Sciences (SIHS) (www.sihspune.org )
Symbiosis Institute of Business Management (SIBM) Bengaluru (www.sibm.edu.in )
Symbiosis Institute of Media & Communication (SIMC) Bengaluru (www.simcblr.edu )
Symbiosis School of Banking Management (SSBM) (www.ssbm.in )
Symbiosis School of Economics (SSE) (www.sse.ac.in )
Symbiosis Institute of Technology (SIT) (www.sitpune.edu.in )
Symbiosis School of Biomedical Sciences (SSBS) (www.siu.edu.in )
The details of the courses available at each institute can be had from the website of the concerned institute.

In addition to SNAP Test, there will be additional test for non-MBA Courses at SIMC-MMC (For Pune campus only) and SIG-M. Sc (Geoinformatics). These tests would enable admission for students selecting the MMC course of SIMC (Pune) and for the MSc (Geoinformatics) course of SIG. However in addition to this, those appearing for SNAP Test are also eligible for SIMC-MMC (For Pune campus only) and SIG-MSc (Geoinformatics).

Candidates in addition to appearing for SNAP Test must apply to the individual institute as per their choice.

Test date and Centres:
SNAP/SIMC-(MMC) / SIG (MSc- Geoinformatics) Test will be conducted from 2 pm to 4 pm on December 18, 2011 (Sunday) at Agra, Ahmedabad, Allahabad, Bengaluru, Bhopal, Bhubaneshwar, Chandigarh, Chennai, Delhi, Faridabad, Gurgaon, Guwahati, Hyderabad, Indore, Jaipur, Jamshedpur, Kanpur, Kochi, Kolkata, Kolhapur, Lucknow, Mumbai, Nagpur, Nashik, Noida, Patna, Pune, Surat, Vashi and Visakhapatanam.

Test Structure:
The tests will have objective type questions with each question having 4 responses. Candidate should choose an appropriate response and mark the same using Blue or Black ball point pen only. Each wrong answer attracts 25% negative marks.

SNAP Test will have questions in 4 sections carrying a total of 180 marks. (i) General English: Reading Comprehension, Verbal Reasoning, Verbal Ability (40 marks) (ii) Quantitative, Data Interpretation & Data Sufficiency (40), General Awareness: General Knowledge, Current Affairs, Business Scenario (40) and Analytical & Logical reasoning (60).

Test for SIMC-MMC (For Pune campus only) will also have Questions in 4 sections carrying 180 marks. (i) General English: Reading Comprehension, Verbal Reasoning, Verbal Ability (40 marks) (ii) Media & Culture (40) (iii) Current affairs and Contemporary issues (40) and (iv) Analytical & Logical Reasoning (60).

The Test for SIG-M Sc (Geoinformatics) will have 3 sections carrying a maximum of 150 marks. (i) General Studies: General Science, General Geography, Current Affairs and General Knowledge (70 marks) (ii) General English: Reading Comprehension, Grammar and vocabulary (50 marks) and (iii) Logical Reasoning (30 marks)

Registration for SNAP:
Stage I of the admission process is the registration for SNAP Test. SNAP Test registration is to be done at www.snaptest.org. The facility will be available till 23rd November, 2011. Applicant should click on ‘New Users Registration’ and after reading the terms and conditions, if agreeable, click on the 'I Agree' button to accept the Terms and proceed to fill in the details requested on the page displayed and then click on ‘Save and Continue’, to choose a password and the hint questions that will be asked if the password is forgotten. Applicant should then click on ‘Save and Continue’, to register and the screen will display the SNAP 2011 ID of the applicant. After successful registration, the applicant will get an email containing the SNAP ID and SNAP password. This SNAP ID has to be used for all future correspondence with the Symbiosis Test Secretariat Office. This SNAP ID and SNAP password can be used to enter the online application form to make any modification to the details provided. Any Changes in the online application form may be made only up to the closing date of Registration (Wednesday, 23rd November 2011).

Candidates should then go to the 'Click here to Continue' link that appears along with SNAP 2011 ID to proceed for make payment of the fee for SNAP Test which is Rs. 1550/-.

Four payment modes are offered to candidates.

(i) Payment through Cash: In case fee is being paid by Cash, applicant has to print the ‘Axis Bank Challan’ from SNAP website which is in 3 parts. The amount of Rs. 1550/- has to be paid in cash at any Axis Bank branch. The bank will return two stamped parts of the ‘Axis Bank Challan’ to the candidate. Candidate need to keep Student copy as payment receipt. He/She has to sign the stamped ‘Symbiosis copy’ of the ‘Axis Bank Challan’ and the same is to be sent to Symbiosis Test Secretariat, Symbiosis International University, Lavale, Mulshi, Pune-12115.

(ii) Payment through Demand Draft: If the candidate wishes to make payment through DD, the candidate should first obtain a Demand Draft for Rs. 1550/- from any Nationalized Bank in favour of ‘Symbiosis Test Secretariat’, payable at Pune. The details of the DD are to be filled in the DD payment option in SNAP website. A print out of ‘Payment Advice’ form for DD has to be taken and send it along with the DD to the Symbiosis Test Secretariat, Symbiosis International University, Lavale, Mulshi, Pune-12115. The photocopy of the Demand Draft may be kept by the candidate for further references.

(iii) Online Payment through Credit Card: Candidates can pay the fee online, after the registration, using Master or Visa card, by following the instructions on the SNAP website.

(iv) Online Payment through Net Banking: Candidates may transfer SNAP test fee to Symbiosis Test Secretariat account after the registration, using Net Banking option too.

Payment facility closes on November 25, 2011 (Friday)

The University will make the best efforts to send prospectus at the earliest possible time. Candidates are advised to contact the University for Prospectus and any queries.

Admit Card:
SNAP Test Admit Card should be printed from the SNAP website between 6th December 2011 and 18th December, 2011. The Test centre and its address will be printed on the Admit Card. Candidates should bring the Admit card with the Photo Id Proof to the Test Centre. An acceptable photo identity includes Passport, Driving license, College / Institute identity card, Credit card with photograph, Voter ID Card or Pan Card. At the time of the written test, it is mandatory to produce photo identity as mentioned above. Symbiosis Authorized Person will verify and authenticate the Admit Card against the photo-id. Authenticated Admit Card is an important document without which the candidate will not be permitted to appear for further selection processes of the institutes. If Admit card is lost, no duplicate Admit Card will be issued. It should be preserved till admission process is over.

Result:
SNP Test result will be announced on 12th January, 2012 (Thursday). SNAP Score will remain valid for admission to all Post Graduate Programmes of Symbiosis International University for the academic year of 2012-13.

Institute Registration:
Stage 2 of the admission process is the submission of Application fee to the desired constituent institute of Symbiosis International University. Before applying to an institute a candidate must register for the SNAP 2011. For registration and to submit the application fees the applicant may visit the website of the desired institute and pay the fee of Rs.1000/- as Institute's Application fee to the institute/s in which candidate seeking to take admission. The SNAP website allows a facility for online payment for application fee along with the online payment of SNAP fee. Candidate can also make payment from the institute website. Candidate can apply for more than one institute.

Selection process of the chosen institute:
This is the third stage of the selection process. Details regarding section process of Institutes are given in the SNAP 2011 prospectus. Applicant may contact the respective institute also for details.

For details visit the link:
http://snaptest.org/Default.aspx or see the Bulletin at
http://snaptest.org/SNAP_2011_whole_bulletine.pdf

University of Calicut, Walk in - Research Fellows 2011

University of Calicut, Kerala State

Walk in - Research Fellows 2011


Eligible candidates can attend the Walk-in-Interview on Nov 14 (Monday), 2011 at University of Calicut, Kerala State for selection of Research Fellows to work in the Two research projects as follows:

1. "Identification and physiological characterization of energy grass(es) suitable for poor quality soils"
Essential Qualifications: MSc Botany / Plant Science with first class
Desirable Qualifications:
1) UGC / CSIR NET qualified
2) Research experience in plant physiology
Time and venue of interview: 10 AM, Planning and Development Section, Administration Block, Univ. of Calicut

2. 'Effect of GABA / BABA-priming on drought tolerance potential of pepper (Piper nigrum L.): A less defence investment process'
Essential Qualifications: MSc Botany / Plant Science
Desirable Qualifications:
1) UGC / CSIR NET qualified
2) Research experience in plant physiology
Time and venue of interview: 2 PM, Planning and Development Section, Administration Block, Univ. of Calicut

For further details, logon to the link:
http://www.universityofcalicut.info/news/AdvtforreserchfellowsWeb.pdf

CDFD (Centre for DNA Fingerprinting and Diagnostics), Hyderabad, Research Scholars Programme 2012

Centre for DNA Fingerprinting and Diagnostics (CDFD),
Office Block: 2nd Floor, Bldg.7, Gruhakalpa, 5-4-399/B,
M. J. Road, Nampally, Hyderabad - 500 001


Research Scholars Programme 2012

The CDFD (Centre for DNA Fingerprinting and Diagnostics), Hyderabad has invited applications for admission to Research Scholars Programme in the following themes:
(i) Genetics
(ii) Molecular and Cellular Biology
(iii) Molecular Pathogenesis
(iv) Computational and Structural Biology

Eligibility:
MBBS or Master’s degree in any branch of Science, Technology or Agriculture from a recognized university / institute. Candidates (other than MBBS graduates) must have cleared the CSIR / UGC / DBT / ICMR / ICAR NET for JRF or GATE (with 90% marks) or JEST. MBBS candidates are exempted from any of the eligibility tests mentioned herein. Those who have appeared, but are awaiting results, are also eligible to apply.

However, only those candidates will be considered who produce proof of having cleared the CSIR / UGC / DBT / ICMR / ICAR NET JRF or GATE (with 90% marks) or JEST. Admission to CDFD-Research Scholars programme is based on a 2-tier system involving a written / LAN-based examination followed by interview of candidates who have qualified the written / LAN-based examination.

Applications:
Applications can be made online through website link:
http://180.149.48.107/web_cdfd/
Applications may also be made on plain paper as per the format displayed on website link: http://180.149.48.107/web_cdfd/print_application_blank.pdf

The Online facility of application will be closed on 25.11.2011.
The last date for printout of applications to reach "The Head - Administration, Centre for DNA Fingerprinting and Diagnostics (CDFD), Office Block: 2nd Floor, Bldg.7, Gruhakalpa, 5-4-399/B, M. J. Road, Nampally, Hyderabad - 500 001" is 30 November 2011.

Eligible candidates will be called for Computer based LAN examination on 16.01.2012.
Those who qualify the LAN based examination will be interviewed on 17.01.2012.

For further details, logon to the website link:
http://www.cdfd.org.in/jrf/rspII_11_advt.html