PhD in Centres @ IIT Guwahati

Departments offering PhD: Centre for the Environment Centre for Energy Centre for Nanotechnology Eligibility: Master’s Degree in Engineering/ Technology/ Design/ Architecture/ Medical Sciences in a relevant area with a minimum CPI of 6.5 or 60% of marks. Four-year Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/ Technology/ Medical Sciences or equivalent in a relevant area with a minimum CPI of 7.5 or 70% of marks. Four-year Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/ Technology or equivalent in a relevant area with a minimum CPI of 7.0, from any of the Centrally Funded Technical Institutions. Master’s degree in Science in a relevant area with a minimum CPI of 6.5 or 60% marks. Master’s degree in Social Sciences, in a relevant area, with a minimum CPI of 6.5 or 60% marks, is also considered for admission to the Centre for the Environment. How to Apply: Candiadtes may apply online at https://auto.iitg.ernet.in/phd Selection Process: The Institute reserves the right to call a limited number of candidates for written test and/ or interview/ portfolio review, if required, based on performance in GATE/ NET/ CEED/ INSPIRE, grades/ marks in the qualifying examination, etc. Important Dates: Closing of online application process: 4th November, 2015 For more details, please visit: http://www.iitg.ernet.in/acad/ PhDAdvtNotificationDec2015/Brochure.htm

PhD in Engineering @ IIT Ropar

Departments offering PhD: Computer Science and Engineering Electrical Engineering Mechanical, Materials & Energy Engineering Eligibility: M.Tech./ ME/MS or equivalent qualification in relevant discipline or equivalent degree with 60% marks (or 6.5 grade point out of 10) (55% marks for SC/ST). Exceptional candidates having B.Tech./ BE qualification with valid GATE score can apply for direct admission to PhD programme. A candidate with a Bachelor's degree from any IIT and having a CGPA/ CPI score of 8.00 (out of 10.0) and above are exempted from requirement of GATE qualification. How to Apply: Candiadates may apply online at institute’s website. Candidates are required to submit an application fee of Rs. 200/- (for SC/ ST Rs. 100/-) in the form of Demand Draft in favour of Registrar, IIT Ropar, payable at Rupnagar. Candidates have to send the Demand Draft by post to the Department where they are applying quoting the reference No. of the Application. The fee can be paid by Online transfer. The transaction ID must be quoted while filling the application. (Account name, no. Bank name IFSC code: The Registrar llT Ropar, 30836125653, State Bank of India, 13181) Selection Process: Selection will be based on written test followed by interview. Mere fulfillment of the above mentioned qualifications does not entitle a candidate to be called for PhD entrance test. Important Dates: Last date of receiving the application form online/offline: 2nd November, 2015 For more details, please visit: http://www.iitrpr.ac.in/phd

PhD in Humanities, Social Sciences and Management @ IIT Bhubaneswar

Eligibility: Minimum 55% marks or 6.0 CGPA (in a 10-point scale) in the Master's degree in appropriate discipline. Provisional certificate is acceptable. Minimum 60% marks or 6.5 CGPA (in a 10-point scale) is required in all other examinations. A single relaxation up to 10% marks either at Xth or XIIth level examination or equivalent is permitted. The candidate must be UGC-NET qualified. How to Apply: Candiadtes may apply online at http://www.iitbbs.ac.in/phd-application /phd-registration.php\ Applicatio Fee: For General and OBC Candidates: Rs.500/- For SC/ ST/ PwD Candidates : Rs.250/- Application fee once paid shall not be refunded under any circumstances. Female candidates are exempted from payment of application fee. Important Dates: Last date for submission of online application: 4th November 2015 For more details, please visit: http://www.iitbbs.ac.in/phd-application /index.php#3

PhD in Basic Sciences @ IIT, Bhubaneswar

Departments offering PhD: Biosciences Chemistry Physics Mathematics Eligibility: Minimum 60% marks or 6.5 CGPA (in a 10-point scale) in the Master’s or equivalent degree in appropriate discipline with consistently good academic record. Provisional certificate is acceptable. Minimum 55% marks or 6.0 CGPA (in a 10-point scale) in the Bachelor of Science or equivalent degree in appropriate discipline with consistently good academic record. Provisional certificate is acceptable. Minimum 60% marks or 6.5 CGPA (in a 10-point scale) is required in all other examinations. A single relaxation up to 10% marks either at Xth or XIIth level examination or equivalent is permitted. The candidate must have a valid GATE score or have secured a UGC/ CSIR-NET JRF. How to Apply: Candiadates may apply online at http://www.iitbbs.ac.in/phd-application /phd-registration.php\ Applicatio Fee: For General and OBC Candidates: Rs.500/- For SC/ ST/ PwD Candidates : Rs.250/- Application fee once paid shall not be refunded under any circumstances. Female candidates are exempted from payment of application fee. Important Dates: Last date for submission of online application: 4th November 2015 For more details, please visit: http://www.iitbbs.ac.in/phd-application /index.php#3

PhD in Engineering @ IIT, Bhubaneswar

Departments offering PhD: Computer Science and Engineering Electronics and Communication Engineering Electrical Engineering Civil Engineering Minerals, Metallurgical and Materials Engineering Mechanical Sciences Eligibility: Minimum 60% marks or 6.5 CGPA (in a 10-point scale) in M.Tech./ ME or equivalent degree in appropriate discipline with a valid GATE score in the year of admission into the M.Tech. programme. OR B.Tech./ BE or equivalent degree in appropriate discipline with minimum 70% marks or 7.5 CGPA (in a 10-point scale) with a valid GATE score or having secured a UGC/ CSIR-NET JRF. All candidates must have a consistently good academic record. Provisional certificate is acceptable. OR Minimum 60% marks or 6.5 CGPA (in a 10-point scale) in Master of Science or equivalent degree in appropriate discipline with consistently good academic record and a valid GATE score or having secured a UGC/ CSIR-NET JRF. Provisional certificate is acceptable. Minimum 60% marks or 6.5 CGPA (in 10 point scale) is required in all other examinations. A single relaxation up to 10% marks either at Xth or XIIth level examination or equivalent is permitted. 5% relaxation of marks in all academic examination would be granted to the SC/ ST/ PwD candidates compared to the General /OBC (NCL) candidates. This is applicable to all candidates. How to Apply: Candiadates may apply online at http://www.iitbbs.ac.in/phd-application /phd-registration.php\ Applicatio Fee: For General and OBC Candidates: Rs.500/- For SC/ ST/ PwD Candidates : Rs.250/- Application fee once paid shall not be refunded under any circumstances. Female candidates are exempted from payment of application fee. Important Dates: Last date for submission of online application: 4th November 2015 For more details, please visit: http://www.iitbbs.ac.in/phd-application /index.php#3

PhD Programme @ IISER Kolkata

Research disciplines: Biological Sciences Chemical Sciences Mathematics and Statistics Physical Sciences Earth Sciences Eligibility: Post Graduation in relevant discipline with minimum 55% marks. How to Apply: Candidates who fulfil the eligibility criteria may apply online at Institute website. Important Dates: Application portal closes: 25th October, 2015 Publication of shortlist for interview: 30th October, 2015 For more details, please visit: http://apply.iiserkol.ac.in/phd/

PhD Programme @ CSIR-Indian Institute of Chemical Technology, Hyderabad

Eligibility: Extension functionaries graduated in Agriculture and Allied sectors such as Horticulture, Veterinary, Fisheries etc. and other Graduates currently employed in the departments of agriculture/ allied sectors of Central/ State/ UT Governments and SAUs are eligible to enroll for the programme. Preference will be given to Government extension functionaries in the above Departments. BTMs, SMS of ATMA and KVKs are also eligible for the programme. Graduates in Agriculture, Allied subjects and other Graduates working in Agribusiness companies, NGOs, Cooperatives, Farmers’ Organizations, Agri-entrepreneurs and Input dealers are also eligible. How to Apply: The candidates belonging to Government departments should submit their applications to their immediate controlling authorities with a request to forward the same to Project Director, ATMA of the concerned district for admission into the PGDAEM. There is no course fee for the programmme. Application form is available at http://www.manage.gov.in/pgdaem/application.pdf   The Candidates working in agribusiness companies, NGOs, cooperatives and those belonging to the category of agrientrepreneurs, input dealers, progressive farmers, private sector employees etc. have to pay Rs.15,000/- towards course fee in one instalment. The amount should be paid in the form of Demand Draft drawn in favour of MANAGE, payable at Hyderabad, along with their application. These applications should be sent directly to MANAGE, Hyderabad. Important Dates: Last date for receiving the applications: 15th December, 2015 For admission brochure: http://www.manage.gov.in/pgdaem/brochure.pdf For more details, please visit: http://www.manage.gov.in/pgdaem/pgdaem.asp

PhD Programme @ Shiv Nadar University, Gautam Buddha Nagar

Research Areas: Data Analytics, Social Networks, Big Data, Cyber Physical Systems, Real time Communications, Greening through ICT, Mobile Sensing, Wireless Sensor Networks, Internet of Things, Mobile Healthcare, ICT in Environmental Monitoring, and related areas. Eligibility: First Division in ME / M.Tech. or equivalent in relevant discipline from a recognized Technical Institute or University. OR A good score in GATE-JRF or CSIR-UGC NET-JRF and proven strong aptitude for research, with BE/ B.Tech. in relevant branch of engineering or equivalent degree with exceptionally good academic credentials. Applicants waiting for the qualifying examination results are also eligible to apply. How to Apply: Candidates can download the application at http://snu.edu.in/pdf/SNU_CSE_ PhD-Application-Form-2015.pdf Please send the filled and signed application form with the demand draft and self-attested enclosures to the following mailing address with “PhD application for CSE-SNU 2015-16” written on the envelope. Mrs. Simple Sharma Administrative Assistant, Dept. of Computer Science and Engineering, School of Engineering Shiv Nadar University P.O. Shiv Nadar University District Gautam Buddha Nagar, UP-201314 Selection Process: Shortlisted candidates will be intimated well in advance to appear for written tests and interviews as mentioned below. Selection into the program will be based on the following steps: (a) Multiple Choice Questions Written test (waived if valid GATE percentile is equal to or above 95) (b) Technical Writing Test (on a research paper/topic provided to the candidate on the day of interview) (c) Programming Test (in Java or C) (d) Interview The written tests and interview will be conducted at the Shiv Nadar University (SNU) campus in Gautam Buddha Nagar. Important Dates: Last date for the receipt of completed application form & application fee: 30th November, 2015 Written Tests and Interview: 7th December, 2015 Declaration of Results: 14th December, 2015 For admission brochure: http://snu.edu.in/pdf/PhD-Admission- CSE-Spring-2016.pdf For more details, please visit: http://snu.edu.in/admission/admissions _open_for_phd_soe.aspx

PhD Programme @ Dr. NTR University of Health Sciences, Vijayawada

Eligibility: PhD Full Time: Master’s degree (MD, MS, DNB / MDS / MD (Ayur.)/ M.Sc. (N)/ MPT or MSc-Medical) in any subject allied to Medical Sciences of Dr. NTR University of Health Sciences. Master’s degree from any other recognized University which is recognized as equivalent by this University, taking in to consideration the recognition of the Central Councils like MCI, DCI, CCIM, INC, etc. Candidates with recognized Master’s degree from science faculty related to Medical sciences (Biochemsitry, Microbiology, Genetics, Biotechnology, Zoology etc). M.Phil. in medical sciences. MBBS with PG Diploma recognized by MCI and two papers (as first author) published in peer reviewed journals are allowed to apply. The candidates with graduate qualification (i.e. MBBS) and two papers (as first author) published in peer reviewed journals are allowed to apply in basic medical sciences. PhD Part-time: Teachers with requisite qualifications mentioned above in (a) working at least for one year (as on the date of notification for PhD admission) in colleges or centers affiliated to Dr. NTR UHS. Teachers/ Scientists/ Researchers working in State and National Research Institutes/ Universities with 5 years of experience. PhD part time can be carried out only at the place of employment of the candidate provided that the place is recognized by Dr. NTR UHS. How to Apply: Candidates can download application at http://ntruhs.ap.nic.in/Admissions/ 2015/phd/PhDAdmissionapplicaiton.pdf Enclose Application fee of Rs.5,000/-) by way of DD drawn on or after 26.09.2015 in favour of the Registrar, Dr. NTR UHS payable at Vijayawada on any Nationalized bank and two passport size photographs along with the attested copies of academic credentials, service particulars etc. Important Dates: Availability of Application forms: from 26th September to 5th October, 2015 Last date for submission of filled-in application: 20th October, 2015 For more details, please visit: http://ntruhs.ap.nic.in/Admissions/ 2015/phd/PhDNotification2015.htm

PhD Programme @ Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research, New Delhi

Programmes offered: PhD in Science Biological Sciences Chemical Sciences Physical Sciences Mathematical and Information Sciences PhD in Engineering Eligibility: PhD in Engineering Master’s degree in Engineering/ Technology Master’s Degree by Research in Engineering/ Technology Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/ Technology PhD in Science Master’s degree in Science Master’s degree in Engineering/ Technology/ Pharmacy MS (Research) All qualifications should have a good academic record with a valid gate score or UGC/CSIR NET/NBHM or equivalent. How to Apply: Candidates may apply online at http://27.113.254.22/acsir/online-admission /portal/acsir-online-adm-portal/index.php# Selection Process: The applicants shortlisted for PhD programme shall be required to appear in the Aptitude Test/ Selection Interviews at the concerned CSIR Labs. No TA/ DA is admissible for interview. Important Dates: Last date for online submission: 15th October, 2015 For more details, please visit: http://acsir.res.in/

PhD Programme @ University of Delhi

Research areas: Modeling and Simulation of Micro-electronic Devices Modeling and Simulation of Interband/ Plasmonic Solar Cells Modeling and Simulation of Nano-electronic Devices Design and Simulation of Photonic Devices Eligibility: The candidate should have a minimum of 55% marks (or equivalent CGPA score) in Master’s Degree/ M.Phil./ M.Tech./ MS from a recognized university/institute. 5% relaxation will be given for OBC/ SC/ ST and Persons with Disability. How to Apply: Candidates should submit duly filled on-line application form available at http://admission.du.ac.in/phd/ Candidates applying for more than one department are required to fill up separate forms for each department. Selection Process: Candidates will be selected on the basis of an Entrance Test comprising of a Written Test followed by an Interview. Written Test will be for duration of 90 minutes based on Multiple Choice Questions. Candidates holding (i) a valid national level research fellowships (ii) research positions in research projects in the department or (iii) awarded lectureship in the CSIR-UGC NET (or equivalent examination) are exempted from the written test, but will be required to appear for the interview for selection. Candidates appearing for the written examination will be short-listed for interview. The list of short-listed candidates will be valid until the next written test for Ph.D. admissions. Candidates who do not have any fellowship may be provided Non-NET UGC fellowship based on its availability and only if the candidate is finally selected for the PhD. The written test and interview will be held at University of Delhi South Campus. No TA/ DA will be paid for attending the written test and interview. Important Dates: Last date of submission: 5th October, 2015 Entrance Test: 12th October, 2015 Date of Interview: 14th October, 2015 For more details, please visit: http://www.du.ac.in/du/uploads/ Admissions/2015/Ph.D/22092015_Elec.pdf

PhD in Anthropology @ University of Delhi

Specializations: Physical Anthropology Social Anthropology Archaeological Anthropology Eligibility: Master’s Degree in relevant discipline. How to Apply: Candidates may visit the University website for details. Selection Process: Admission is based on the merit in the Entrance Test conducted by the University. Important Dates: Last date of submission: 5th October, 2015 Entrance Test: 10th October, 2015 For more details, please visit: http://www.du.ac.in/du/uploads /Admissions/2015/Ph.D/21092015_Anthro.pdf

PhD Programme @ Raman Research Institute, Bengaluru

Research Topics: Soft Condensed Matter (6 seats) Astronomy & Astrophysics (10 seats) Light & Matter Physics (4 seats) Eligibility: Candidates must have M.Sc. Degree in Physics/ Mathematics with a minimum of 55% marks in aggregate or equivalent or first class BE/ B.Tech. Degree in Engineering. Students who will complete their qualifying degree by the end of the calendar year 2015 may apply, provided they can produce their final score card at the time of admission. Reservations for SC/ ST/ OBC candidates will be as per norms. How to Apply: Candidates can apply through online at http://www.rri.res.in/%20%20phd_programme.html   Online applications are preferred. For those who have difficulty in applying online, hard copy of the application forms can be requested from the admissions office, by sending a selfaddressed envelope (25 x 20 cm) to the following address. Mid-Year Admissions 2015 Raman Research Institute CV Raman Avenue, Sadashivanagar Bengaluru 560 080 Selection Process: Candidates seeking admission will be called for an interview based on: Performance in the Joint Entrance Screening Test 2015 (JEST 2015) or UGC/ CSIR-NET for JRF (Physics) or in subject GRE (Physics) or Sufficiently high score in GATE. Please note that in GATE, the streams that are acceptable for interviews to different groups at RRI are SCM : Physics, ECE, Chemical Engg., EE, Materials Science, Metallurgy A&A : Physics, ECE, Mech. Engg, EE, CSE LAMP : Physics, ECE Important Dates: Last date for requesting the printed application forms: 1st October, 2015 Last date for receiving the completed application forms (both online and hardcopy submission): 15th October, 2015 For more details, please visit: http://www.rri.res.in/phd_programme.html

PhD Programme @ ISM Dhanbad

Departments offering PhD: Electronics & Communication Engineering Electrical Engineering Computer Science & Engineering Eligibility: ME/ M.Tech. in relevant discipline. How to Apply: Candidates can download the application at institute’s website. The downloaded application form duly filled in along with registration fees of Rs. 500/- for General and OBC and Rs. 300/- for SC and ST by Demand Draft, drawn in favour of Registrar, Indian School of Mines, Dhanbad, should be forwarded to the Assistant Registrar (Examination & Academics), Indian School of Mines, Dhanbad Dhanbad 826 004 Jharkhand. Selection Process: Shortlisting will be done based on the academic performance and submitted research proposal by the candidate. Gate Qualified candidate will be given preference. List of shortlisted candidates will be published on ISM website. Important Dates: Last date of submission of filled in application: 30th September, 2015 Written test and/or interviews: 10th October, 2015 Display of list of shortlisted candidates: on or before 30th October, 2015 For admission brochure: http://ismdhanbad.ac.in/admissions/jrf /PhD-Admission-Notification-30-09-2015.pdf For more details, please visit: http://www.ismdhanbad.ac.in/

PhD in Engineering @ IIT Madras

Departments offering PhD: Aerospace Engineering Applied Mechanics Biotechnology Chemical Engineering Civil Engineering Computer Science and Engineering Electrical Engineering Engineering Design Mathematics Mechanical Engineering Metallurgical & Materials Engineering Ocean Engineering Petroleum Engineering Eligibility: Candidates with ME/ M.Tech. or a Master’s degree by Research in Engineering/ Technology with a good academic record. Candidates with Master’s degree in Sciences with a good academic record and of exceptional merit with eligibility for the relevant Engineering discipline and with a valid GATE score or UGC/ CSIR NET/ NBHM/ INSPIRE or equivalent qualification. How to Apply: Candidates can apply online at Institute’s website. Selection Process: Eligible candidates possessing the minimum educational qualifications and satisfying additional and stiffer criteria set by the departments from time to time, will be called for an interview and/ or test by the Selection Committees of the respective departments. For candidates who have obtained PG degree 10 years earlier as on the last date prescribed for receipt of the completed application, a departmental test will be conducted. The applications of foreign nationals may be considered without a personal interview / test. Based on the academic record and the performance of the candidates in the interview and/or test, the Departmental Selection Committee will recommend to the Chairman, Senate the names of candidates found suitable for admission to the PhD programme. Important Dates: Last date for Registration of application through online: 4th October, 2015 Interview and or Test: 7-29 November, 2015 Selected candidates list display in the Research Website: 18th December, 2015 Selected Candidates to join on: 6th January, 2016 For admission brochure: https://www.iitm.ac.in/sites/default/files/notices /final_ms_phd-brochure_for_jan_2016_-_10.09.2015.pdf For more details, please visit: https://www.iitm.ac.in/content/ ms-phd-admission-details-jan-may-2016

PhD in Management @ IIT Madras

Eligibility: Master’s degree or equivalent PG Diploma or Associateship in a relevant discipline, and a Bachelor’s degree with a good academic record OR Five year integrated Master’s degree / dual degree or equivalent. And Qualifying in national level examinations such as CAT /XAT /MAT /ATMA /GATE /UGC or CSIR / NET / JRF or equivalent or international level post graduate admission examination such as GMAT / GRE or equivalent. Or At least 5 years of managerial experience in lieu of the above examination. (This clause is only for Non-HTRA candidates) Master’s degree in Engineering / Technology with a good academic record or a Master’s degree by Research in Engineering / Technology in a relevant discipline are exempted from qualifying in National level examinations. How to Apply: Candidates can apply online at Institute’s website. Selection Process: Eligible candidates possessing the minimum educational qualifications and satisfying additional and stiffer criteria set by the departments from time to time, will be called for an interview and/ or test by the Selection Committees of the respective departments. For candidates who have obtained PG degree 10 years earlier as on the last date prescribed for receipt of the completed application, a departmental test will be conducted. The applications of foreign nationals may be considered without a personal interview / test. Based on the academic record and the performance of the candidates in the interview and/or test, the Departmental Selection Committee will recommend to the Chairman, Senate the names of candidates found suitable for admission to the PhD programme. Important Dates: Last date for Registration of application through online: 4th October, 2015 Interview and or Test: 7-29 November, 2015 Selected candidates list display in the Research Website: 18th December, 2015 Selected Candidates to join on: 6th January, 2016 For admission brochure: https://www.iitm.ac.in/sites/default/files/notices /final_ms_phd-brochure_for_jan_2016_-_10.09.2015.pdf For more details, please visit: https://www.iitm.ac.in/content /ms-phd-admission-details-jan-may-2016

PhD in Humanities and Social Sciences @ IIT Madras

Eligibility: Master’s degree in a relevant discipline with a good academic record and qualifying in national level examinations such as UGC – JRF or NET / CSIR-JRF/ GATE score or equivalent qualification. How to Apply: Candidates can apply online at Institute’s website. Selection Process: Eligible candidates possessing the minimum educational qualifications and satisfying additional and stiffer criteria set by the departments from time to time, will be called for an interview and/ or test by the Selection Committees of the respective departments. For candidates who have obtained PG degree 10 years earlier as on the last date prescribed for receipt of the completed application, a departmental test will be conducted. The applications of foreign nationals may be considered without a personal interview / test. Based on the academic record and the performance of the candidates in the interview and/or test, the Departmental Selection Committee will recommend to the Chairman, Senate the names of candidates found suitable for admission to the PhD programme. Important Dates: Last date for Registration of application through online: 4th October, 2015 Interview and or Test: 7-29 November, 2015 Selected candidates list display in the Research Website: 18th December, 2015 Selected Candidates to join on: 6th January, 2016 For admission brochure: https://www.iitm.ac.in/sites/default/files/notices /final_ms_phd-brochure_for_jan_2016_-_10.09.2015.pdf For more details, please visit: https://www.iitm.ac.in/content/ms -phd-admission-details-jan-may-2016

PhD & MS Scholarships, 2016 @ IIT, Madras

Scholarship Details: Scholars admitted to PhD and MS programmes under regular scheme (full time) are eligible for Half-time Teaching/Research Assistantship (HTRA) for which they should work for 8 hours per week in the Departments. For PhD scholars: BE/B.Tech./M.Sc. graduates or equivalent with valid GATE/NET qualification will receive Rs.25,000/- per month for initial 2 years and Rs. 28,000/- per month for next 3 years. ME/M.Tech./MBBS or equivalent qualification candidates will receive Rs.25,000/- per month and Rs. 28,000/- per month upto 2 years For MS Scholars: In Engineering / Management will receive Rs.12,400/- per month up to 3 years Eligibility: PhD in Engineering: Candidates with ME/M.Tech. or a Master’s degree by Research in Engineering/Technology with a good academic record. Candidates with Master’s degree in Sciences with a good academic record and of exceptional merit with eligibility for the relevant Engineering discipline and with a valid GATE score or UGC/CSIR NET/NBHM/INSPIRE or equivalent qualification. PhD in Science: Master’s degree in Sciences with a good academic record and having a valid GATE score/ UGC - JRF or NET / CSIR-JRF / INSPIRE / NBHM or equivalent qualification. Master’s degree in Engineering/Technology with a good academic record. Students who get more than 8.0 CGPA in M.Sc. in Science Departments of IIT Madras can be admitted directly to their Ph.D programme in Sciences with interview at departmental level. PhD in Humanities and Social Sciences: Master’s degree in a relevant discipline with a good academic record and qualifying in national level examinations such as UGC – JRF or NET / CSIR-JRF/ GATE score or equivalent qualification. PhD in Management: Master’s degree or equivalent PG Diploma or Associateship in a relevant discipline, and a Bachelor’s degree with a good academic record (or) Five year integrated Master’s degree/dual degree or equivalent and Qualifying in national level examinations such as CAT /XAT /MAT /ATMA /GATE /UGC or CSIR / NET / JRF or equivalent or international level post graduate admission examination such as GMAT / GRE or equivalent. (or) Master’s degree in Engineering / Technology with a good academic record or a Master’s degree by Research in Engineering / Technology in a relevant discipline are exempted from qualifying in National level examinations. Eligibility criteria for Direct admission to PhD programme in various Engineering and Science departments for the candidates having BE/B.Tech.: a BE/B.Tech. from Centrally Funded Technical Institute (CFTI) with a minimum CGPA of 8.0 and above on a 10.0 point scale or with a valid GATE score. a BE/B.Tech. with 8 CGPA or equivalent from any other University and having a valid GATE score. a BE/B.Tech. from a reputed R & D organization and having a proven research record MS in Engineering: Candidates with a BE/B.Tech. with valid GATE score or a Master’s degree in appropriate Sciences/Management with a good academic record and a valid GATE score or AIMA or equivalent qualification tenable for the current year in the relevant areas. IIT B.Tech candidates with a CGPA score of 8.0 or above on a scale of 10 [SC/ST: 7.5 CGPA] are eligible to apply for M.S. Programme MS in Entrepreneurship/Management: Bachelors degree or equivalent in any professional discipline of minimum four years duration or Masters degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline with a good academic record and A good score or pass in: National level post graduate admission qualifying examinations such as CAT/XAT/MAT/ ATMA/GATE/ UGC or CSIR NET JRF or Lectureship or equivalent (or) International level post graduate admission qualifying examination such as GMAT/GRE or equivalent. Selection Process: Candidates are possessing the minimum educational qualifications will be called for an interview and/or test by the Selection Committees of the respective departments. How to Apply: Candidates can apply through online from 13th September, 2015. Important Dates: Last date for Registration of application through online: 4th October, 2015 Tentative Date of Interview and/or Test: 7th - 29th November, 2015 Display of Selected candidates: 18th December, 2015 For more details, please visit: https://www.iitm.ac.in/sites/default/files/notices /final_ms_phd-brochure_for_jan_2016_-_10.09.2015.pdf

PhD Scholarships, 2015 @ Manipal University

Areas of Study: Allied Health Sciences Basic Science Engineering Information Science Medicine Pharmacy Statistics Management Regenerative Medicine Life Sciences Library & Information Science Communication Atomic & Molecular Physics European Studies Natural Sciences Scholarship Details: Duration of the Scholarship: Six months probationary period plus 3 years Each candidate will receive a Scholarship of: Six months Probationary period: Rs. 14,000/- per month First year: Rs. 16,000/- per month Second year: Rs. 17,000/- per month Third year: Rs. 18,000/- per month Eligibility: Candidates should have Masters degree in respective subject with 60% aggregate marks. Selection Process: Candidates will be shortlisted for interview/written test based on marks obtained in the past academic records, publication and research experience. How to Apply: Candidates may download the application form from: http://manipal.edu/content/dam/manipal/mu /documents/PhD%20APPLICATION%20-%202015.pdf The duly filled in application form along with relevant enclosures and a demand draft for Rs.600 drawn in favour of 'Manipal University' payable at Manipal/Udupi should be sent via post to: Admissions Office, Manipal University, Manipal – 576104 Last Date: 30th September, 2015 For more details, please visit: http://manipal.edu/mu/admission /indian-students/Phddetails.html

PhD in Humanities & Social Sciences @ IIT Bombay

Eligibility: Master’s Degree in Engineering/ Technology or equivalent degree in relevant discipline, with First class or 60% marks (55% marks for SC/ ST). OR One of the following: (a) Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/ Technology with First class or 60% marks (55% marks for SC/ ST). (b) Master’s degree in Science or equivalent degree, with First class or 60% marks (55% marks for SC/ST). (c) Master's degree in Arts/ Commerce or equivalent degree with a minimum of 55% marks (50% for SC/ ST), only for admission to the PhD programmes offered by the Industrial Design Centre and Department of Humanities & Social Sciences. Such candidates must also fulfill ONE of the following additional requirements: i. Valid GATE/ CEED Score ii. Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) of CSIR/ UGC/ NBHM/ DBT or DST INSPIRE Fellowship. iii. Candidates having UGC- NET Lectureship (LS) are also eligible for Teaching Assistantship in addition to other academic qualifications in Humanities & Social Sciences Department. iv. Minimum of 2 years of professional experience (acquired after obtaining the qualifying degree and completed before the starting of the semester in which admission is sought). B.Tech. Degree from an IIT, with a minimum CGPA/ CPI of 8.00 (on 0­-10 scale). How to Apply: Candidates can apply online at https://portal.iitb.ac.in/phdapp /phdAdmissionLinks.jsp Selection Process: Admission is offered on the basis of an interview held usually a month before the commencement of the semester for which admission is sought. The interview may be supplemented by a written test, if necessary. Merely satisfying the general eligibility criterion as well as criterion set for each admission category is no guarantee for being called for test/ interview. Depending on the number of applications received and considering the constraints of time and other resources for conducting Written Test and Interview, the Academic Units may put additional academic performance based shortlisting criterion. Candidates called for the written Test/ Interview under Teaching Assistantship (TA) category will be paid single second class return railway fare by the shortest route (as per rules) from their place of residence to the Institute. They have to produce evidence (Original/ Photocopy of Railway Ticket) in support of their claim. A candidate called for more than one discipline, can submit only one claim. Important Dates: Last date for submission of filled in application: 15th October, 2015 Last date for Departments to send the list of candidates for Written Test/ Interview: 23rd October, 2015 To display the list of candidates called for Entrance Test and/ or Interview: 30th October, 2015 Date of Entrance Test and/ or Interview: 2-8 December, 2015 For more details, please visit: http://www1.iitb.ac.in/academic/phd.jsp