Ph. D. admission notification from IIPS - June 2015

NOTIFICATION

Applications are invited for admission to the full-time Ph.D. programme of the Institute with Government of India fellowship for the academic session 2014-2015. Applications are also invited from eligible UGC-JRF or any population fellowship holders for being considered for full-time admission.

Name of the course : DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY (Ph.D.) 

Specialization : POPULATION STUDIES 

Course Duration : 3 years full-time

No. of GOI Fellowships : 

Five (5 = 1 Gen, 2 SC & 2 ST). In addition, UGC-JRF and other fellowship holders will also be considered for admission as per availability of seats.

Eligibility : 

Candidates having M.Phil in Population Studies or Master's degree in Population Studies or M.Sc. in Bio-Statistics and Epidemiology of a recognised university with at least 55% of aggregate marks in all subjects (all semesters/parts included).

Upper age limit :

30 years as on 30.6.2015. Marks and age are relaxable for candidates belonging to reserved categories as per GOI rules. Age for women candidates is relaxable by 5 years. Candidates awaiting results of qualifying examination latest by 30 th September 2015 can also apply for consideration.

Fellowship : 

The selected Indian students will be awarded a Government of India fellowship initially for one year only and is extendable on yearly basis as per rules of the Institute. Each eligible candidate with NET qualification for lectureship only either in Population Studies or its interdisciplinary subjects will be awarded the Government of India fellowship @Rs 16,000/- per month for first and second years and ` 18,000/- per month for the third year respectively. Each fellowship carries a contingency grant of Rs 10,000/- for the first two years and Rs 20,500/- for the third year. However, the candidates without NET qualification for lectureship shall be awarded the Government of India fellowship @ Rs 12,000/- p.m. for first and second years and Rs 14,000/- p.m. for third year respectively with an annual contingency grant of ` 10,000/-.

Selection Criteria : 

Selection will be made on the basis of performance of the candidates in written test on research methodology and personal interview. The Institute gives preference to admit to its Ph.D. Programme, candidates who have M.Phil in Population Studies. Only short-listed candidates will be called for the test and interview. The Institute shall not bear any travel expense of the candidates called for the presentation and interview.

Registration Criteria :

(i) All selected candidates without M.Phil in Population Studies are required to undergo compulsory course work for a minimum of 6 (six) months.

(ii) All selected candidates are required to stay in Mumbai as a full-time student for a minimum of 2 (two) years to continue his/her Ph.D. work, failing which registration shall be cancelled.

Reservation : 

Reservation for SC/ST/OBC/PH candidates will be considered as per the Government of India norms.

Sponsorship :

Officials working in Government departments, research institutions, universities, medical colleges and non-governmental organisations can also be sponsored for being considered for admission. However, the selection will be made as per selection criteria.

Eligible foreign students can also apply for admission provided they secure financial support from any outside agencies. 

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LAST DATE TO APPLY : 26TH JUNE 2015

IITM Summer Fellowship Programme - 2015 for B.E. / B. TECH./ B. Sc./ M.E /M.Tech./ M. Sc./ M.A./ MBA with stipend

The IITM - Summer Fellowship Programme of two months with stipend is designed to enhance awareness and interest in high quality academic research among young Engineering, Management, Sciences and Humanities students through a goal oriented summer mini-project undertaken at the Indian Institute of Technology Madras.

Eligibility : 

Candidates pursuing Third Year of B.E./B.Tech./B.Sc. (Engg)/Integrated M.E./M.Tech. programme, First Year of ME/M.Tech/M.Sc./M.A, MBA with outstanding academic background in terms of high ranks in university examinations are encouraged to apply, highlighting their academic performance and achievement including papers presented at seminars, projects executed, design contests participated, score/rank in Mathematics Olympiad and any other awards/distinctions obtained. [IIT students are not eligible to apply].

Period of the Project : 

Duration of the programme may commence from 16th May 2015 to 15th July 2015. (Schedule may be flexible to suit student’s convenience.)

Stipend : 

A sum of Rs.5000/- per month will be given as a stipend for a maximum period of 2 months.

Participating Departments :

Aerospace Engg, Applied Mechanics, Bio Technology, Chemical Engg, Civil Engg , Computer Science & Engg, Engineeing Design, Electrical Engg, Mechanical Engg, Metallurgical & Materials Engg, Ocean Engg., Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Humanities & Social Sciences, Management Studies

Last date for submitting application : 27th February 2015

How to Apply :

Application should be submitted through online only using this site

There is no need to send hard copy to IIT Madras

Generate a pdf file and keep it for your reference

Please ensure that all the relevant data and enclosures are uploaded online.

Incomplete applications will be rejected.

For any clarification, please register complaint through portal.

Note : 

Letter issued by the Head of the Institution certifying that you are a bonafide student.

How to Apply online – 6 simple steps

1. Register-Create Account (details in How to apply Online menu
2. Edit Basic Profile-Fill Basic Info. / HSC / UG / PG / Additional Exam. info
3. View My Application-You can check your data is correct. stage by stage (Basic, Department and file upload info. you can view in this page)
4. Apply to Department-Selecting a department with three option and Project Proposal (no choice for Physics and Humanities dept.)
5. Upload My files-you can upload files available with you by selecting appropriate check box
6. Submit My Application-This menu will activated only all above steps are completed. 
• This menu will create PDF format Application for you and us.
• If not completed up to this stage your application is NOT VALID

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Ph.D. admission notification @ INDIAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY KANPUR (December 2013)

Applications are invited for Indian citizens for admission to the Ph.d. programmes for the session commencing from December 2013.

Ph.D (ENGINEERING) : 

• M.Tech./ME./M.Sc.(Engg.) degree in the respective or allied area. 
• The candidates with Bachelor's degree in Engineering/ Technology or Master's degree in Sciences in an allied area with exceptional academic record and having a valid GATE score may also apply. 
• For Ph.D. in BSBE, candidate with MBBS, B.Pharma or M.Pharma Degree may also apply.
• Candidate with Master's degree in Management may apply for Ph.D. in Industrial and Management Engineering (IME).

Ph.D. (SCIENCES & HSS) :

• M.Sc./M.A. Degree in respective or allied area with a valid GATE/UGC/CSIR score. 

GENERAL INFORMATION :

• Financial aid (Assistantship/Scholarship) is available for Ph.D students. 
• Admission for Sponsored and Part time candidates is also open. 
• Sponsored / Part-time candidate are not required to qualify GATE. 
• Application form & Information brouchure can be downloaded or personally obtained from the Academic Section up to November 08, 2013 free of cost. 
• The hard copy of Application form & Information Brouchure will be made available from October 14, 2013. 
• Separate application must be filled for each programme. 
• Reservations (for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PD shall apply as per Government of India rules. The certificate for the same must be in the format specified. The formats can be downloaded from the links below :

SC/ST

OBC (Non Creamy Layer)

PD

LAST DATE OF RECEIPT OF COMPLETED APPLICATION FORM : November 13, 2013. 

NOTE : 

DEPARTMENTS OF PHYSICS AND DEPARTMENT OF CHEMICAL ENGINEERING ARE NOT OFFERING PH.D. ADMISSION THIS SEMESTER

• Information Brochure has academic information about all programs, as well as information on part-time, external and sponsored programs. It can be downloaded from this link. 
• The application fee is Rs. 400 for General and OBC candidates, and Rs. 200 for SC/ST candidates and all PD. candidates (including General and OBC). The fee must be paid through a demand draft payable to The Registrar, IIT Kanpur payable at Kanpur. 
• PhD applicants must submit two letters of reference as well. The Reference forms can be downloaded from this link. 

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National Institute of Technology Patna Ph.D notification 2013-14

National Institute of Technology Patna invites applications for admission to Ph. D Program for selection through Institute Admission Test and Interview during Spring Semester - Session 2013-14 in the following departments as detailed below :

• Architecture - 5
• Civil Engineering - 20
• Computer Science & Engineering and Information Technology - 3
• Electrical Engineering - 8
• Electronics and Communication Engineering - 8
• Mechanical Engineering - 14
• Chemistry - 8
• Humanities and Social - 4
• Mathematics - 7
• Physics - 3

Eligibility :

For Engineering, Technology and Architecture departments :

• Candidates possessing M.Tech. / M.E. / M.Sc. (Engg) / M.Arch. or equivalent degree in relevant branch from a recognized university/institute with minimum 60% marks (or a CGPA of 6.5 in 10 point scale) in the qualifying examination shall be considered for admission in the departments as per their specialization only.
• Candidates possessing B.Tech. /B.E. / B.Sc. (Engg) /B.Arch. or equivalent degree in relevant branch from a recognized university/institute with minimum 75% marks (or a CGPA of 8.25 in 10 point scale) in all (from 10th onward) examinations including qualifying examination may be considered in exceptional cases after approval of DRC. Such candidates must have professional/research experience of at least ten years in reputed institutions/organizations.

How to Apply :

• Candidates must submit the application online through the website: www.nitp.ac.in.
• The application fee of Rs.1000/- for general/OBC/sponsored category and Rs.500/- for SC / ST / PH in the form of Demand Draft drawn in favour of National Institute of Technology Patna Payable at Patna, must accompany with the hard copy of the online application submitted as stated above, else application shall be rejected.

Selection Procedure :

The selection of candidates is done through institute admission test and interview.

Important Dates :

• Last date for online application : Friday, 8th November 2013.
• Last date for submission of application form : Friday, 15th November 2013.
• Date of admission test : Friday, 29th November 2013.

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TIFR PhD notification in Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Computer & Systems Sciences

Research Opportunities for exceptionally talented and strongly motivated students.

The Tata Institute of Fundamental Research is India's premier institution for advanced research in fundamental sciences. The Institute runs a graduate programme leading to the award of Ph.D., Integrated M.Sc.-Ph.D. as well as M.Sc. degreee in certain subjects. With its distinguished faculty, world class facilities and stimulating research environment, it is an ideal place for aspiring scientists to initiate their career.



The Graduate Programme at TIFR is classified into the following Subjects - Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Computer & Systems Sciences (including Communications and Applied Probability) and Science Education. It is conducted at the Mumbai campus and various National Centres of TIFR. 

Subjects - Programs :

Mathematics (Ph.d. and Integrated M.Sc.-Ph.D. Programs)

• School of Mathematics, TIFR Mumbai - http://www.math.tifr.res.in - only Ph.d. program.
• Centre for Applicable Mathematics (CAM), Bengaluru - http://math.tifrbng.res.in - Ph.D. and Integrated Ph.D. programs in Applicable Mathematics.

Physics (Ph.d. and Integrated M.Sc.-Ph.D. Programs)

• Department of Astronomy & Astrophysics
• Department of Condensed Matter Physics & Materials Science
• Department of High Energy Physics
• Department of Nuclear & Atomic Physics
• Department of Theoretical Physics

All above at TIFR, Mumbai Campus - http://www.tifr.res.in/~sbp

• National Centre for Radio Astrophysics (NCRA), Pune - http://ncra.tifr.res.in
• TIFR Centre for Interdisciplinary Sciences (TCIS), Hyderabad - (http://www.tifrh.res.in) : Theoretical and experimental activities in physical, chemical, biological and engineering sciences within and across disciplines. 
• International Centre for Theoretical Sciences (http://www.icts.res.in): Activities in all theoretical sciences. 
• Students applying for Physics also have the option to be considered for India-based Nueutrino Observatory (INO).

For more details on INO please see http://www.ino.tifr.res.in

The option can be indicated at the time of registration of application.

Chemistry (Ph.D. Program)

♦Department of Chemical Sciences, TIFR, Mumbai - http://www.tifr.res.in/~dcs

♦TIFR Centre for Interdisciplinary Sciences (TCIS), Hyderabad - http://www.tifrh.res.in

Biology (Ph.D., Integrated M.Sc.-Ph.D., M.Sc. and M.Sc. Wildlife Biology & Conservation Programs)

♦Department of Biological Sciences, TIFR, Mumbai - http://www.tifr.res.in/~dbs

♦National Centre for Biological Sciences (NCBS), Bengaluru (http://www.ncbs.res.in) only Ph.D., Integrated M.Sc.-Ph.d. and M.Sc. Wildlife Biology & Conservation programs.

♦TIFR Centre for Interdisciplinary Sciences (TCIS), Hyderabad (http://www.tifrh.res.in)

FAQ for Ph.D. and Integrated Ph.D. Programs in Biology

Computer & Systems Sciences (including Communcations and Applied Probability) - Ph.D. program

♦School of Technology & Computer Science (STCS), TIFR, Mumbai - http://www.tcs.tifr.res.in

Science Education (Ph.D. Program)

♦Homi Bhabha Centre for Science Education (HBCSE), Mumbai. For admission procedure, see http://www.hbcse.tifr.res.in

Eligibility:

Mathematics:

• For Ph.D. (Mumbai): M.Sc./B.E./B.Tech./M.Tech./M.A./ B.A./B.Sc.
• For Ph.D. (Bengaluru): M.A./M.Sc./M.Tech.
• For I-Ph.D. (Bengaluru): B.A./B.Sc./B.E./B.Tech. degree holders.
• Students who wish to apply for the Ph.D. programme at CAM, Bengaluru will have to select Ph.D. Mumbai in the application form. Further, in the application, they can indicate their preference for being considered for the Ph.D. programme at CAM, Bengaluru.
• Students applying for Ph.D. Mumbai and who are eligible for I-Ph.D. programme at Bangalore can indicate their preference in the application form for being considered for the I-Ph.D. program at CAM, Bengaluru.
• Similarly students applying for I-Ph.D. Bangalore and who wish to be considered for Ph.D. Mumbai can indicate their preference in the application form.

Physics:

• For Ph.D.: M.Sc.(Physics)/B.Tech. (Engineering Physics)
• For I-Ph.D.: B.Sc./B.E./M.E./M.Tech./B.Chem. or equivalent degreee in Science / Engingeering / Medicine, M.Sc. (not in Physics)/B.Tech. (not in Engineering Physics).

In addition,

• I-Ph.D. candidates with four or more years of university education who clear the written test may be considered by TCIS for their Ph.D. program.
• I-Ph.D. candidates with an engineering degree who clear the written test may be considered by NCRA for their Ph.D. program.

Chemistry:

• For Ph.D.: M.Sc./B.E./B.Tech./M.Tech./B.Pharm./M.Pharm. B.Sc. candidates with advanced knowledge of the discipline are also eligible to apply.
• For Ph.D. Program in TCIS: M.Sc. in Physics, Chemistry or Biology.

Biology:

• For Ph.D.: Masters in Basic Science or Bachelors in Applied Science. These include, M.Sc.(Ag.), B.Tech., B.E., B.V.Sc., B.Pharma. (4 years course), MBBS, BDS, M.Pharma. Candidates will be short-listed for interview based on written test marks, CV and Scientific Writeup.
• For I-Ph.D./M.Sc.: Bachelors in any Basic Science.
• For M.Sc. Wildlife Biology & Conservation: Indian nationals who have a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline (with a minimum of 50% in core subjects), less than 35 years of age as on July 1, 2014 and a strong interest in wildlife research and conservation. Graduate nationals of South and Southeast Asian countries, with similar qualifications, are also eligible to apply.
• For Ph.D. Program in TCIS: M.Sc. in Physics, Chemistry or Biology.

Computer & System Sciences (including Communications and Applied Probability):

• For Ph.D. : B.E./B.Tech./M.E./M.Tech./M.C.A./M.Sc. degree holders in Computer Science / Information Technology / Electronics & Communications Engineering / Electrical Engineering. Exceptionally well qualified students with B.E./B.Tech./ M.E./M.Tech./M.Sc. or equivalent degrees in other disciplines may also be considered.

Candidates not holding a Master's degree and admitted to a Ph.D./Int. Ph.D. program can receive an M.Sc. degree in some subjects by fulfilling prescribed requirements (see http://www.tifr.res.in/~gsoffice for details).

COURSE DURATION:

Ph.D. Program : 5 Years

Integrated Ph.D. Program : 6 Years

M.Sc. Program : 3 Years

Important Dates :

Publication of Notification :

University News Journal : September 2, 2013

Current Science Journal : September 10, 2013

Employment News : September 14, 2013

Nationwide Entrance Examination :Sunday, December 8, 2013

Last date for application : October 20, 2013

Online payment link will be active upto October 27, 2013

DDs sent by post/courier will be accepted upto October 31, 2013

GATE Scored based applications to Systems Science (including Communications and Applied Probability) :

Opens on : February 1, 2014

Closes on : Two weeks after the GATE 2014 results are displayed on their website.

Results of the Nationwide Entrance Examination : January 15, 2014

PhD Studentship with funding and stipend opportunity at Newcastle University

Title : PhD Studentship

Topic : 

Intervention study to assess the effect of consumption of carrot & parsnip on human biomarkers of chronic disease risk

Reference Code : AG014

Name of the supervisors :

Dr K Brandt, School of Agriculture, Food and Rural Development, Newcastle University

Dr S Haldar, University of East Anglia

Sponsor :

Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB)

Duration of the award : Three years

Project description :

The main part of the PhD project is a human intervention trial to measure the effect of consumption of carrot and parsnip on biomarkers for cancer and inflammatory diseases. The student will plan and conduct the trial, analyse samples (of both vegetables and human blood) and assess and publish the results. Laboratory studies have shown that polyacetylenes, phytochemicals found mainly in carrots and parsnips, have beneficial effects on cell culture models of inflammation and cancer, and observational studies have found a negative correlation between consumption of carrots and the risk of cancer. For cancer risk a well-known biomarker is measurement of damage to DNA in lymphocytes from blood samples (the comet assay), while other health aspects such as inflammation can be assessed by other biomarkers.

The student will join the Human Nutrition Research Centre and give regular presentations at relevant events, including the International Carrot Conference.

Value of the award and eligibility :

The award covers tuition fees at the UK/EU rate and an annual stipend of £13,726 (2013/14).

Person specification :

A good BSc or MSc or corresponding qualification is required, in human nutrition, medicine or a related subject.

How to apply :

To apply, you must complete the University's online postgraduate application form on selecting ‘PhD School of Agriculture, Food and Rural Development - Food & Nutrition' as the programme of study. Once you have selected the programme, please insert the studentship/partnership reference number AG014. Only mandatory fields need to be completed (no personal statement or research proposal is required) but you must attach a covering letter, a copy of your CV, and (if English is not your first language) a copy of your English language qualifications. The covering letter (short application) must quote the title of the studentship and reference number AG014 and state how your interests and experience relate to the project.

You should also send your covering letter and CV to Dr K Brandt at kirsten.brandt@ncl.ac.uk.

Closing date for applications : 

Prompt application is advised as this studentship is only available until a suitable candidate is identified.

Further information :

For further details, including arrangements regarding the interview, please contact:

Dr K Brandt

E-mail: kirsten.brandt@ncl.ac.uk

Telephone: 44 (0) 191 222 5852

Plymouth University offers PhD studentship Last Date 10th September 2013

  DESCRIPTION :

1. Plymouth University offers PhD studentship for UK/EU and international students in the UK. 
2. The successful candidate will study the impacts of a wave farm on coastal processes within this PhD project. 
3. Applicants should have a first or upper second class honours degree in an appropriate subject and preferably (but not necessarily) a relevant MSc or MRes qualification. 
4. The studentship is supported for 3 years and includes full Home/EU tuition fees plus a stipend of £13,726 per annum. 
5. Application should be submitted till 10th September 2013.

Study Subject:

Within this PhD project student will study the impacts of a wave farm on coastal processes.

Course Level:

Studentship is available for pursuing a PhD degree programm at Plymouth University in UK.

Eligibility: 

1. Applicants should have a first or upper second class honours degree in an appropriate subject and preferably (but not necessarily) a relevant MSc or MRes qualification.
2. Scholarship Open for International Students: UK/EU and international students can apply for this scholarship.

Scholarship Description: 

1. Wave energy is one of the renewable energy sources with the greatest potential for development; however, understanding its environmental impacts is fundamental to its wide-scale adoption on a commercial basis.  
2. Combining the expertise of Plymouth University and Pelamis Wave Power, one of the major industry players in the sector, this PhD project will study the impacts of a wave farm on coastal processes.  
3. A suite of numerical models – including wave, hydrodynamics and sediment transport models – will be applied, complemented by field data as appropriate.  
4. The successful candidate will be supervised by a team of experienced academics from the Coastal, Ocean and Sediment Transport (COAST) Research Group of Plymouth University and based at the offices of Pelamis Wave Power (in Edinburgh) to benefit from daily interaction with their staff and being able to match the project to the real-world regulatory requirements of environmental impact assessment.  
5. Studentship is offered for three-years. 
6. The studentship is supported for 3 years and includes full Home/EU tuition fees plus a stipend of £13,726 per annum. The studentship will only fully fund those applicants who are eligible for Home/EU fees with relevant qualifications. Applicants normally required to cover overseas fees will have to cover the difference between the Home/EU and the overseas tuition fee rates (approximately £9,790 per annum).

Notification: 

• Shortlisted candidates will be invited for interview on 16 September. 
• Applicants who have not received an offer of a place by 24 September 2013 should consider their application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. 

How to Apply: 

Applicants should send a completed application form along with a covering letter detailing their suitability for the studentship, CV, and 2 references by post or email.

 Scholarship Application Deadline: The application deadline is 10th September 2013.

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