National Brain Research Centre (NBRC) , Admissions to Ph.D. and Integrated M.Sc.-Ph.D. programmes for the year 2013

National Brain Research Centre (NBRC) will select candidates through two different channels for admissions to Ph.D. and Integrated M.Sc.-Ph.D. programmes for the year 2013. 

Joint Graduate Entrance Examination for Biology and Interdisciplinary Life Science (JGEEBILS). 
*Examination already held.

Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE-2012/GATE-2013).

Candidates will be short-listed for a two-tier interview based on their performance in the JGEEBILS examination or their score in the GATE examination.

Programmes offered at NBRC

Ph.D. in Neuroscience:

NBRC offers a Ph.D. programme in Neuroscience. Students from diverse backgrounds are considered for this programme. Fellowship for Junior Research Fellows is Rs.16000 per month and for Senior Research Fellows it is Rs.18000 per month.

Integrated M.Sc.-Ph.D. in Neuroscience:

NBRC is one of the first Institutes in the country to develop an Integrated M.Sc.-Ph.D. programme in Neuroscience. These students are provided a fellowship of Rs.5000 per month for the first two years. From third year, they are paid fellowships on par with the Ph.D. students. After completion of the programme, the students will be awarded both M.Sc. and Ph.D. degrees. 

Students are provided hostel accommodation on campus. 

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Eligibility

Ph.D. (NEUROSCIENCE)

Master's degree or equivalent in any branch of Science such as Life Sciences/Physics/Chemistry/Mathematics/ Statistics/Computer applications/Pharmacy/Veterinary Science/Psychology from a recognized Institute/University or A minimum of four-year bachelor's degree or equivalent in Engineering/Technology/Medicine from a recognized Institute/University.

Candidates appearing for final year of the qualifying examination are also eligible to apply.

Only the candidates with at least 55% (for SC/ST/PH candidates, 50%) marks or equivalent grade from secondary (10th) examination onwards will be considered. Candidates should calculate their percentage up to two decimal points without rounding off to determine their eligibility.

INTEGRATED M.Sc-Ph.D. (NEUROSCIENCE)

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in any branch of Science such as Life Sciences/Physics/Chemistry/Mathematics/ Statistics/Computer applications/Pharmacy/Veterinary Science/Psychology/Engineering/Technology/Medicine from a recognized Institute/University. 

Candidates appearing for final year of the qualifying examination are also eligible to apply.

Only the candidates with at least 55% (for SC/ST/PH candidates, 50%) marks or equivalent grade from secondary (10th) examination onwards will be considered. Candidates should calculate their percentage up to two decimal points without rounding off to determine their eligibility.

Reservation for SC/ST/PH candidates will be followed as per Government of India rules.

Application Procedure for GATE-2012/GATE-2013 Qualified Candidates

NBRC is inviting applications from GATE qualified candidates (GATE 2012/2013) in Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Electrical Engineering, Electronics and Communication Engineering, Computer Science and Information Technology and Instrumentation Engineering for its Ph.D. and Integrated M.Sc.-Ph.D. programmes. These candidates should apply to NBRC with their GATE score. 

The application can be submitted online or by post. 

Online applications can be submitted at our web site: www.nbrc.ac.in 

Offline applicants may download the prescribed application form from our website and send the completed application to the Registrar, National Brain Research Centre, Manesar-122 051, Dist. Gurgaon (Haryana). If you have trouble downloading the application form, you may send a request to admissions2013@nbrc.ac.in.

Candidates who are eligible as per the eligibility criteria of NBRC for both Integrated M.Sc.-Ph.D. and Ph.D. programmes, if interested, may apply, by filling separate online application by using different email-id/offline application forms and by paying requisite fee separately for each programme.

Both types of applicants (Online/Offline) need to send a Demand Draft for the requisite amount, drawn in favour ofDirector, National Brain Research Centre and payable at Gurgaon or Manesar (please write your Name, Programme Applied For, GATE Application Number, GATE Registration Number and Year Of Examination on the back side of Demand Draft). The Demand Draft should be sent by post to Registrar, National Brain Research Centre, Manesar-122 051, Dist. Gurgaon (Haryana). Last date for receipt of online & offline applicationsalong with Demand Draft at NBRC is 08th April 2013.

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Application Fee

The application fee for various categories of candidates applying for Ph.D. and Integrated M.Sc.-Ph.D. programmes is given below.

Category	Fee for Online applicants	Fee for Offline applicants
General	Rs.300/-	Rs.350/-
SC/ST/PH	Rs.150/-	Rs.200/-

The application fee should be submitted by a Demand Draft drawn in favour of Director, National Brain Research Centre payable at Gurgaon or Manesar. The candidates should send the Demand Draft to Registrar, National Brain Research Centre, Manesar-122051 Dist. Gurgaon (Haryana). Please write your name and course applied for on the back side of the Demand Draft. Candidates should write their GATE Application Number and GATE Registration Number with year of examination also on the back side of the Demand Draft.

Important Dates

Candidates Appeared for GATE (GATE-2012/GATE-2013) 

Online Application opens: 1st February 2013

Last date for applying Online: 31st March 2013

Last date for receipt of both online & offline applications along with Demand Draft at NBRC : 8th April 2013

Candidates short-listed for the interview will be informed by end of April 2013. The interviews are likely to be held in the month of May/June 2013. The interview dates will also be published on the NBRC web site.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. I am eligible for both Integrated M.Sc.-Ph.D. and Ph.D. programmes. Can I apply for both the programmes?
Candidates who are eligible as per the eligibility criteria of NBRC for both Integrated M.Sc.-Ph.D. and Ph.D. programmes, if interested, may apply for both programmes by filling separate online application forms (by using different email-ids) / offline application forms, and by paying requisite fee separately for each programme.

2. Will there be different interviews for candidates short-listed through JGEEBILS and GATE?
The interview for both JGEEBILS and GATE candidates will be held at the same time, and a single combined list of the selected candidates will be prepared.

3. I appeared for both GATE & JGEEBILS and applied to NBRC by quoting JGEEBILS reference code. Can I apply now to NBRC by giving GATE Application Number and GATE Registration Number also?
Yes, if you wish to be considered under both the streams you may apply again by quoting your 'GATE Application Number, GATE Registration Number ' and by paying requisite fee.

4. I have done B.Tech. (Biotech) and qualified GATE. Can I apply to NBRC based on the GATE qualification?
No, you should applied through JGEEBILS as only such GATE qualified candidates (in GATE 2012/2013) in Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Electrical Engineering, Electronics and Communication Engineering, Computer Science and Information Technology and Instrumentation Engineering may apply.

5. I qualified GATE 2012. Can I apply to NBRC now?
You may apply to NBRC between 1st February 2013 and 31st March 2013. For other eligibility criteria, please visit http://www.nbrc.ac.in/admissions_2013/eligibilty.html.

6. How will the percentage be calculated for the candidates appearing in the final year of their qualifying degree?
Candidates who are appearing for the final year of their qualifying degree are eligible to apply. If short-listed their selection will be provisional and subject to having an aggregate percentage of 55% (for SC/ST/PH 50%) or more all through their academic career starting from 10th class.

7. I have 50% marks in X / XII standard and 60% in B.Sc. and I belong to SC category? Should I have 55% or more marks for applying?
Concessions / Reservation to SC / ST and PH candidates will be as per Government of India rules / policy. Candidates belonging to SC / ST /PH categories are required to submit an attested copy of the certificate in support of their claim for reservation along with the Demand Draft they are sending to NBRC, failing which their application may not be considered.
5% relaxation in percentage is given to SC/ST/PH candidates.
You may apply against the criteria mentioned in the Advertisement

8. I have 54.8% marks in X / XII standard. Whether my percentage can be rounded off making me eligible?
No rounding off is permissible. Your percentage up to two decimal points should be mentioned. Candidates with a continuous track record of atleast 55% marks throughout the academic career starting from 10th class only will be considered. 5% relaxation in percentage is given only to SC/ST/PH candidates.

9. How do I convert GPA to percentage?
Candidates may convert their GPA to percentage as per the conversion factor of their institute / university and they need to produce a supporting document regarding that conversion factor.

10. How do I pay the application fee?
Applicants need to send a Demand Draft along with the following details on the back side of the Demand Draft:
Name 
Course Applied for. 
GATE candidates should write their GATE Application Number and GATE Registration Number with year of examination. 

The Demand Draft should be sent to the following address:
Registrar, 
National Brain Research Centre,
Dist. Gurgaon (Haryana).
NBRC will not be responsible for DD's missing in transit.

11. Which documents do I have to send along with the offline application form?
Offline applicants should send the following:

Application form duly filled in.

Demand Draft along with all the details as mentioned in the response to the previous query.

SC/ST or PH certificate if applicable.

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Mahindra Scholarships

Since its inception, the trust has promoted education mainly by way of scholarships and grants to deserving and needy students. Some of these were instituted way back in the mid 1950s while others were founded more recently, a proof of its continuous efforts to bring about social and economic development through a literate, enlightened and empowered populace.

To encourage and motivate students, K. C. Mahindra Education Trust has set up the following scholarships:

K. C. Mahindra Scholarships for Post-Graduate Studies Abroad

The K C Mahindra Scholarship for Post Graduate Studies Abroad is an interest free loan scholarship which is awarded to deserving graduates interested in pursuing their post graduate studies overseas. This scholarship has been ongoing since 1956. Announcement of the scholarship is done in the month of January in leading newspapers throughout India.

To be eligible, the candidate is required to possess a First Class degree or equivalent diploma of the same standard from a recognized university. The candidate must have secured admission or at least have applied for admission to a reputable university or institution abroad at the time of submission of the application form. The application form can be collected from our office at the end of January. Shortlisted students are called for the final interviews which are held in July.

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For further queries please email Mr. Rodrigues on rodrigues.kieran@mahindra.com

Note: The form needs to be printed on legal / full scape size paper and not A4 size paper.

Mahindra Search for Talent Scholarship

This scholarship was initiated in 1983. This scholarship has been ongoing in 35 educational institutions across the country with an objective to enthuse and reward excellence in academics. This scholarship is awarded to students obtaining the highest aggregate marks, based on the year end examination. Further, a student who receives the Mahindra Search for Talent scholarship more than once, is awarded the 'Honour scholarship' which includes a cash prize of Rs. 5000/- and a citation from the Trust.

K.C. Mahindra UWC Scholarship

This scholarship is offered to deserving students in the age group of 16 to 18 years. These students are given an opportunity to study at the United World Colleges. This scholarship aims to ensure that students benefit through the experience of international education, shared learning and community service which the Mahindra United World College is offering.

Mahindra All India Talent Scholarship

This scholarship has been set up to specifically empower students from the disadvantaged sections of our society. It is given to students belonging to lower income group families who wish to pursue a job oriented diploma course at a recognized Government Polytechnic.

To be eligible for this scholarship, the students should have passed 10th / 12th Standard or equivalent examinations and have secured admission in a government or any other recognized Polytechnic Institute for Diploma Courses in India. Majority of the awardees are girl students, as the Trust is keen in supporting girls and encouraging them to be qualified and subsequently reduce their vulnerability to exploitation and improve their standard of living.

In 2005, the Mahindra Group decided to double the number of scholarships given to 600 every year. From the academic year 2012-13, each individual through this scholarship gets awarded Rs. 10,000 per annum for a maximum period of three years.

The K. C. Mahindra Education Trust has also established several awards and scholarships for the academia. To build trust and further encourage teachers the Trust has set up the following: 

1. The K. C. Mahindra Chair for Nuclear Chemistry at the Institute of Science in Mumbai and the Dhandevi Mahindra Scholarship Award at Sophia College, Mumbai.
   
2. The Kema Grants established in 1997 provides financial grants and scholarships to faculty members and staff of educational institutions.

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