Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE)

GATE - Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering jointly administered by Indian Institute of Science (IISc) Bangalore and Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) for admission into Post Graduate Programmes offered by these institutes in Engineering, Technology, Applied Sciences. GATE Score is also eligibility criteria for award of Scholarships / Fellowships offered by Ministry of Human Resources Development (MHRD) of Government of India. Besides, many Public Sector Units (PSUs) also requires GATE score for short listing of candidates for recruitment.

WII-NET 2014

The Wildlife Institute of India-National Eligibility Test (WII-NET) 2014 is scheduled on 2 November 2014 at 10.00 Hrs at Dehradun. The test is conducted for the award of Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) at WII and Registration for teh Ph.D Program 2015 affiliated with the Shaurashtra University, Rajkot in the field of Wildlife Sciences. For more details log on to www.wii.gov.in

IIT Bombay-Monash Research Academy PhD Scholarships 2014

The Indian Institute of Technology Bombay (IITB) and Monash University, Melbourne, Australia jointly offers Ph.D Scholarships 2014 IN COMPUTATION MODELLING, DATA ANALYTICS AND OPERATIONS RESEARCH

Applications are invited from candidates interested in pursuing a PhD in Computational Modelling, Data Analytics and Operations Research as part of a Special September 2014 Intake. The Academy's jointly-badged PhD program has students who will undertake interdisciplinary research in the field of Science, Technology, Computer Science, IT, Engineering, Mathematics and Humanities.

SCERT Haryana ARISE Fellowship Programme

Government of Haryana has embarked upon a massive state-wide Quality Improvement Program (QIP), covering 15,000 government schools with 29 lakh students and nearly 1 lakh teachers, with the aim of improving learning level outcomes of students in government schools. The department has identified
critical initiatives needing interventions and has formed dedicated teams for each of them. Alongside, a Program Management Unit (PMU) has also been set up for the overall project supervision and coordination. Applications are invited from interested candidates to work as Alliance for Radical improvement in
School Education (ARISE) fellows. The fellows will be placed in these initiative teams and in the PMU, according to their expertise and interest. As part of this fellowship, they will get an opportunity to contribute towards one of the largest change efforts undertaken in the Indian Education system, including helping
with strategic design, implementation and monitoring of a wide range of QIP initiatives.


Eligibility: Students and young professionals possessing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree
at the time of joining the Fellowship are invited to apply. Applicants need to be a
citizen of India.

Desired profile: We seek Fellows with a strong academic and extra-curricular background. The
potential Fellow should have multiple attributes, including but not limited to:
- Strong interest and commitment to the field of Social Development
- Leadership experience and potential – an ability to drive significant change
- The ability to work effectively in challenging environments
- Critical thinking and problem solving capacity
- Strong communication skills

Selection Process: Interested candidates can send in their CVs to the email address applicationspmu@gmail.com , in the enclosed format,, latest by 28-8-2014.

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified through their email and called for interview.

Remuneration: ARISE fellows will receive a fixed stipend of Rs. 35,000 per month. Since the role entails frequent travel within Haryana, they will be paid TA/DA, as per Govt of Haryana norms.

Tenure: Since this is a 5 year quality improvement program, the fellowship will be for a year which may be extended by the Govt. on an annual basis, as per the performance of the candidate and the requirement of the department. The department will also consider cases of students, presently studying for their
Graduation/ Post Graduation Courses and seeking a shorter-term engagement as Interns, who will be suitably compensated for their travel expenses. The
ARISE fellows/Interns would be based out of Gurgaon or Panchkula. 

ICAR International Fellowship 2014

The Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) invites applications from the Indian as well as overseas nationals having Master’s Degree in Agriculture and allied sciences for the ICAR International Fellowships (ICAR-IFs) for the Year 2014-15.


The ICAR-Ifs are available for pursuing doctoral degree in agriculture and allied sciences, in the identified priority areas, to the (i) Indian Candidates for study abroad in the identified overseas Universities / Institutions having strong research and teaching capabilities and (ii) to overseas candidates for study in the best Indian Agricultural Universities (AUs) in the ICAR-AUs system.

Twenty Fellowships, (likely to increase up to 30) each for total duration of 3 years will be available.

Last date for submission of application form is 30 June 2014.

For more details log on to www.icar.org.in

Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR)

Education Divn, KAB II, New Delhi – 110012

IHBAS Delhi M.Phil. Clinical Psychology Admission 2014

The Institute of Human Behaiour and Allied Sciences  (IHBAS), New Delhi invites applications for admission into M.Phil Clinical Psychology Programe 2014-16. The course is affiliated to University of Delhi and Recognized by Rehabilitation Council of India. The programme duration is 2 years Full Time.


Seat Matrix: UR-10, ST-01, SC-01, OBC-03, Foreign Nationals-02, and In-Service candidates-02 (Working in Central or State Government / Autonomous Bodies / Public Sector Undertaking)

Eligibility Criteria for Admission into IHBAS M.Phil Clinical Psychology Programme

Regular MA / MSc in Psychology / Applied Psychology / Cognitive Science / Clinical Psychology / Counseling Psychology from UGC Recognised University with minimum 55% marks (50% marks for candidates under reserved category SC, ST, OBC).

Application Fee: Rs 1500/- for General, In-Service and Foreign Candidates. For reserved category candidates application fee will be Rs. 850/-

The application fee is to be paid in the form of DD drawn in Favour of Director, IHBAS, payable at Delhi.

List of Documents Required for Applying to IHBAS M.Phil. Clinical Psychology Course 2014-16

• Recent Passport Size Photograph
• Attested copies of mark sheet, degree certificate of the claimed qualification,
• Work Experience Certificate 

Tuition Fee: / Examination Fee: Tuition Fee / Examination Fee will be charged as per the University of Delhi Rules and payable at the University of Delhi (Details are available in the prospectus)

Stipend: IHBAS Delhi pay stipend to the selected candidates @ Rs. 12000/- per month. No Stipend will be paid to in-service candidates and candidates under foreign national category.

M.Phil Students, Eligible for National Fellowships UGC, ICMR etc are encouraged to avail the same for the course, but they will not be paid stipend.

Download IHBAS M.Phil. Admission Prospectus 2014.
IHBS will send printed copies on request.

Important Dates IHBAS Delhi M.Phil. Clinical Psychology Admission 2014

Last date for submission of application form is 10 July 2014 

Date of Entrance IHBAS P.Phil. Entrance Exam- 31 August 2014

Date of M.Phil Admission Interview: 1 September 2014 and 2 September 2014

Where to send application form IHBAS Delhi M.Phil. Clinical Psychology Admission 2014?

The completed application form will be sent to:

Institute of Human Behaiour and Allied Sciences (IHBAS)

HOD Clinical Psychology, Room No. 122, 1st Floor, Academic Block, IHBAS, Dilshad Garden, Delhi – 110095

Tel: 22583058, 22114021, 22112136, Fax: 22599227

Email: directorihbas@vsnl.net Website: ihbas.delhigovt.nic.in

The Institute of Human Behaiour and Allied Sciences  (IHBAS) is Government Funded Hospital based Autonomous Academic Institution dealing with “Brain Mind Problem and Their Solutions”; NABH Accredited Hospital For Patient Safety and Quality of Care (No. H-2012-0123)

Bose Institute: Integrated M.Sc.-Ph.D. Programs in Life Sciences and Physical Science

Advt. No.: BI/03/M.Sc-Ph.D/2014-15

In collaboration with the Calcutta University, Bose Institute launched 2 Integrated M.Sc-Ph.D Programs in 2011 (Life Sciences) and 2012 (Physical Science). The Programs, approximately 6 years long, have been designed to make the transition from classroom to research laboratory seamless, with an exposure to ongoing global research activities from the very beginning.


Applications are invited for admission to the Integrated M.Sc-Ph.D Programs (Academic Session 2014-15) from motivated graduates with good academic record from any branch of science.

Not more than 20 students in Life Science and 8 in Physical Science will be admitted on the basis of academic record and performance in eligibility tests and interview.

The Last Date for Online Application Submission is: 13 June 2014

The session is scheduled to start from August 5, 2014.

During the First Two Years (M.Sc) all students will be offered a Fellowship of Rs. 9000/- per month provided the student secure 60% or more marks and attends at least 75% classes in each semester.

The areas of specialization of the courses of Life Sciences are:

• Plant Molecular Biology & Biotechnology
• Molecular & Cellular Biology
• Biophysical Chemistry
• Computational Systems Biology

The areas of specialization of the course of Physical Science are:

• Astroparticle Physics (High Energy Physics, Astrophysics and Cosmology)
• Condensed Matter Physics and Complex Systems
• Quantum Computation and Information
• Space Science (Atmospheric Science, Fluid Mechanics and Solar Physics)

Details are available at Bose Institute website www.jcbose.ac.in

Bose Institute and University of Calcutta
Centenary Building (Kankurgachi), Bose Institute
P-1/12 CIT Scheme, VII-M, Kolkata-700054
Phone: 033-2569 3311

Ramalingaswami Re-Entry Fellowship

Department of Biotechnology; Ministry of Science & Technology: Government of India

Applications are solicited from Indian Nationals working in overseas research institutions for the “Ramalingaswami Re-Entry Fellowship”, a re-entry scheme of the Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Ministry of Science & Technology; Government of India.

Aim of the Fellowship

The scheme is conceptualized with the aim of attracting highly skilled researchers (Indian Nationals) working overseas in various cutting edge disciplines of Biotechnology (agriculture, health sciences, bio-engineering, energy, environment, bioinformatics and other related areas), by providing them an attractive avenue to pursue their R&D interests in Indian institutions.

Who is eligible to apply?

The applicant should possess a Ph.D, MD, M.Tech, MVSc or equivalent degree with an outstanding track record as reflected in publications and other recognitions and with atleast 3-years of post-doctoral research experience in overseas research laboratories. Candidates (Indian Nationals) working overseas are eligible to apply. Those who have already returned to India within one year of the closing date of this advertisement are also eligible to apply.

Incentives of being a Ramalingaswami Fellow

1. This is senior fellowship programme and awardees are to be considered synonymous to the faculty / scientists at the level of Scientist-D. They are entitled to take up teaching/research assignments and supervising Doctoral / MS Students.
2. The scheme provides a consolidated monthly remuneration of Rs. 75000/- per month (Rs. 85000/- per month w.e.f. 1 April 2014). In addition, a House Rent Allowance (HRA) of Rs. 7500/- per month is given to fellows. In case host institute provides accommodation to the fellow, no house rent allowance is admissible.
3. Fellows will receive a research/contingency grant of Rs. 10 lakhs for the 1st Year, Rs. 7.50 lakhs for the 2nd Year, and Rs. 5 lakh for the subsequent 3 Years for purchase of consumables, minor equipment, international and domestic travel, engaging manpower and other contingent expenditure to be incurred for the implementation of research proposal.
4. DBT encourages host institutions to provide medical benefits, transport allowance, leave travel allowance and other benefits as per their prevailing norms as applicable to their employees of the rank equivalent to Scientist-D out of their own resources/funds.
5. Ramalingaswami Re-entry Fellows could take up fellowship at any of the scientific institutes/universities in the country. However, application should be duly forwarded by the competent authority of the host Institute. Fellows / Awardees can change his/her host institute only once during the tenure of the fellowship.
6. Awardees are eligible to apply for research grants to any of the funding agencies towards accomplishment of research proposal. However, the Co-Pl has to be a permanent employee of the host institution..

Tenure of Fellowship

Fellows can draw fellowship for a term of 5-Years. Fellowship is further extendable for another term on a fresh appraisal of performance of the fellow. Those who are able to secure permanent positions will not be considered for 2nd term.

How to apply for Ramalingaswami Re-Entry Fellowship?

Applications may be sent as per proforma downloadable from DBT website www.dbtindia.nic.in and duly forwarded by the competent authority to Dr. Meenakshi Munshi, Director, Department of Biotechnology, Block-2, 7th Floor, CGO Complex, Lodhi Road, New Delhi-110003, Email: risfellowship.dbt@nic.in

Last date for submission of Ramalingaswami Re-Entry Fellowship Application Form is 25 March 2014.

NUEPA New Delhi Admission 2014 to M.Phil, Ph.D & Part Time Ph.D Program

The National University of Educational Planning and Administration (NUEPA), New Delhi, invites applications for Admission into following courses:

• M.Phil. Programme
• Ph.D Programme
• Part Time Ph.D Programme

Applications are invited for admission to the aforesaid programmes of the University to pursue research in areas related to educational policy, planning and administration from a broad inter-disciplinary social science perspective latest by 12 May 2014.

The university offers Stipend / Fellowships / to its Full Time M.Phil. and Ph.D Scholars.

For more information and details please visit www.nuepa.org

Prime Minister’s Fellowship Scheme for Doctoral Research

Science & Engineering Research Board; Department of Science & Technology, Government of India

Prime Minister’s Fellowship Scheme for Doctoral Research

A joint Initiative of Science & Engineering Research Board & Confederation of Indian Industry To Build Future Leaders In Industrial Research & Development

Last Date for Submission of Application Form Extended to 31 January 2014


Applications are invited from Doctoral Fellows (In Partnership With Industry) to avail Double Scholarship of upto Rs. 600000/- per annum in the areas of Science, Technology, Engineering, Agriculture & Medicine

The Scheme
To attract talent for Doctoral Research, nurture leadership qualities in research scholars, provide them exposure to international best practices, innovative ways of thinking and to boost industrial research by academic institutions, the government and industry have jointly developed a scheme supporting aspiring 100 Ph.D Scholars every year with double scholarship (upto Rs. 600000 per annum) 50% of which will be provided by government and balance 50% by a sponsoring company, for four years. The fellow will receive PhD degree by doing this industrial research.

Eligibility Criteria

• Doctoral Fellow should have registered for full-time Ph.D between 1 December 2012 to 31 December 2013, in any recognized Indian University / Institute / Research Laboratory.
• Doctoral Fellow should have identifies before applying an industry partner who should be ready to support the research project financially and also lend technical and intellectual support.

How to apply for Prime Minister’s Fellowship Scheme for Doctoral Research?

Applications have to be submitted online. For application and detailed information log on to www.primeministerfellowshipscheme.com

Contact Details
SS Kohli, Scientist-F, DST; Shalini S. Sharma, Head-Higher Education
Email: primeministerfellowshipscheme@gmail.com

DCRUSTRM Ph.D Entrance Test 2014

Deenbandhu Chhotu Ram University of Science & Technology, Murthal (Sonepat) (Established by State Legislative Act 29 of 2006 & Approved under section 2 (F) & 12 (B) of UGC Act 1956) Website: www.dcrustm.org


Admission to Ph.D Programme 2013-14

Applications are invited for admission to Ph.D programme in various teaching departments of the University.

Application Form and prospectus containing other details are available on the University website: www.drustm.org

Candidates seeking admission to Ph.D Programme shall apply online after payment of required application fee.

Important Dates:

• Online availability of Prospectus and Application Form: 15 January 2014
• Last date for submission of online application forms: 31 January 2014 upto 5:00 PM
• Last date for submission of printout of online uploaded application form: 7 February 2014
• Date of Entrance Test: 14 February 2014

• Further details are available on university website.
• Admit Card for entrance test will be made available online.

ICHR JRF & PDF (General) 2014-15 Last Date Extended

Indian Council of Historical Research (ICHR)-Junior Research Fellowship & Post Doctoral (General) Fellowship (2014-15)

Applications are invited from eligible candidates in the prescribed form so as to reach the undersigned on or before 31.01.2014 for taking the eligibility examination for the award of Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) and Post Doctoral (General) Fellowship.


The examination will be held on 16 February 2014 at New Delhi, Bengaluru and Guwahati. Please visit www.ichr.ac.in for details and mandatory online form submission.

The last date for online form submission and for submitting the printouts alongwith self attested documents have been extended to 31 January 2014. It is mandatory to submit applications alongwith a printout of the soft copy of the application.

Secretary

ICMR International Fellowship 2014-15 for Biomedical Scientists

The ICMR International Fellowship programme is unique opportunity for Indian Biomedical Scientists to pursue research career in a foreign institute. Both Young Scientists and Senior Scientists can avail this fellowship.

Applications are invited by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), from Indian Biomedical Scientists for the International Fellowships for the year 2014-15.

How many fellowships are offered?

No. of Fellowships: Young Scientists: 12; Senior Scientists-6

What will be the duration of fellowship?

Duration: 3-6 Months for young scientists and 10 – 15 days for Senior Scientists

What are the Eligibility Conditions to available ICMR Fellowship 2014-15 for Biomedical Scientists?

• MD / PhD Degree with at least 3 years teaching / research experience for young scientists and atleast 15 years for Senior Scientists. 
• Regular position in a recognized biomedical / research / health institution in India.
• Below 45 years of age for young and 57 years for senior scientists. 

What is offered as ICMR International Fellowship 2014-15 for Biomedical Scientists?

Financial Support: ICMR International Fellowship 2014-15 for Biomedical Scientists

• US$ 3000 per month, contingency grant of Rs. 20000/- and return economy class air ticket (excursion airfare) for young scientists.
• US$ 200 per day (including US$ 75 as per diem and US$ 125 is for accommodation expenses), contingency grant of Rs. 20000/- and return economy class air ticket (excursion air fare) for Senior Scientists.

How to apply for ICMR Fellowship (2014-15) for Biomedical Scientists to pursue research in a Foreign Institute?

• The applicant should submit a letter of acceptance from the foreign institute where he / she proposes to work alongwith a concrete plan of training / research work to be undertaken during the fellowship.
• Recommendation by the Head of the parent organization / institute is essential.
• Incomplete Applications will not be entertained.
• Decision of ICMR will be final.
• If selected, the fellowship is to be availed before 28 February 2015.

Ten Copies of the application should be submitted to: 

International Health Division (IHD), Indian Council of Medical Research, V.Ramlingaswami Bhawan, Post Box No. 4911, Ansari Nagar, New Delhi-110029

For details and format of application log on to official website: http://www.icmr.nic.in

What is the last date to apply for ICMR Fellowship 2014-15 for Biomedical Scientists?

Last date of receipt of applications is 31 January 2014.

IIFM Bhopal Fellow Programme in Management FPM Admission 2014

The Indian Institute of Forest Management (IIFM), Bhopal a sectoral management institute of Ministry of Environment & Forest of Government of India. The institute invites Applications for Admission into Fellow Programme in Management (Doctoral Level) (2014-18 Batch) commencing from July 2014. The programme is approved by All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), New Delhi


Areas of Specialization

• Communication and Extension Management
• Ecosystem and Environment Management
• Environment and Development Economics
• Financial Management
• Human Resource Management
• Information Technology and Quantitative Techniques
• Marketing Management
• Sociology and Community Development
• Technical Forestry

Eligibility Criteria: The maximum age limit is 45 year as on 1 July 2014. A Bachelor’s degree with at least 50% marks and Masters Degree (minimum 2 years prescribed duration after 10+2+3 years of formal education) in relevant discipline (relevancy as decided by the IIFM) with at least 55% marks, including 5-Year / 4-Year Integrated Masters Degree Programme or Professional Qualification like CA, ICWA, CS with at least 55% marks.

Admission Procedure: Eligible candidates with CAT / GMAT Scores (scores of 2 years old with a minimum cut off score as decided by IIFM)  or UGC /CSIR-JRF/NET or GATE or ICAR NET (certificates /scores not older than 5 years) or Qualified FRI Entrance Test for Ph.D (2 Years Old) or candidates who have obtained a PGDFM / PGDM from IIFM / IIM with a minimum OGPA of 3.00 or MRM students of IIFM with 3.0 CGPA or All India and allied services officers, officers in Scale II of Nationalized Banks and Officers of equivalent rank of PSUs can apply directly. Candidates who fulfill the required eligibility criteria as above and do not have any of the above Qualifying Test Scores, but have 5 Year Experience (Post Their Eligible Degree) shall be called for the internal test and those who qualify the internal test will be called for GD & PI.

Group Discussion & Interview: GD and Interview for short-listed candidates will be held at IIFM Bhopal during April 2014 / May 2014

Financial Assistance: Each student would be given a monthly fellowship of Rs 12000/- in first and second year; Rs 14000 in Third Year and Fourth Year and for extended one year (if applicable) during the programme.

How to apply for IIFM Fellow Programme in Management FPM Admission 2014?

Interested candidates are required to submit application form in the prescribed application form with all supporting documents mentioned in the form. Application Form and details about the programme are available at Institute’s website www.iifm.ac.in at FPM Admission Page or can be obtained in person or by post by sending a request alongwith bank draft of Rs. 500/-

Completed application form (accompanied by a DD of Rs 500/- if form is downloaded from website) in Favour of Director IIFM, payable at Bhopal, should be sent to Chairperson, FPM Admissions, Indian Institute of Forest Management, Nehru Nagar, Bhopal – 462003, M.P. so as to reach IIFM latest by 2 April 2014.

UGC Fellowship for SC/ST candidates

The University Grants Commission (UGC) invites Online applications for the award of Post Doctoral Fellowships for SC/ST candidates for the Year 2013-14 to undertake advance studies and research in Science, Engineering & Technology, Humanities, and Social Sciences on Full Time basis. For detailed terms visit www.ugc.ac.in

Indian Council of Historical Research (ICHR)

Senior Academic Fellowship (SAF) 2014-15

Applications are invited from eligible candidates in the prescribed form so as to reach the undersigned on or before 31 January 2014 for the award of Senior Academic Fellowship (SAF)  For more details please visit www.ichr.ac.in

The Last date for submission of application form along with self attested requisite documents is 31 January 2014

IISER Thiruvananthpuram Post Doctoral Fellowship Admission August 2014

Admission for Institute Postdoctoral Fellowships (IPFs)

The IISER Thiruvananthpuram invites applications from highly qualified young scientists holding Ph.D in the areas of Biological, Chemical, Mathematical, and Physical Sciences / Engineering / Technology for the Institute Postdoctoral Fellowships commencing on 1 August 2014.


Duration: 2 Years with the possibility of extension to a third year based on performance.

Remuneration: Rs. 40000 (45000) per month for I and II (III) year
Contingency Grant: Rs. 75000/- per year
Application Details: Log on to http://www.iisertvm.ac.in

Last date for submission of application form is 31 January 2014

Contact Details

Indian Institute of Science, Education and Research Thiruvananthpuram
(An Autonomous Institution under MHRD, Government of India)
CET Campus, Thiruvananthpuram

INCRE-Clinical Neuroscience Research Fellowship of DBT 2013-14

Ministry of Science & Technology-Department of Biotechnology; Government of India

Department of Biotechnology (DBT) invites application for the award of fellowship under the Initiative on the Neuro-Clinical Research Education (INCRE): 2013-14. There would be upto 11 fellowships initially for this financial year of one year duration that may be extendable for another year on case to case basis, based on performance review.


INCRE Fellowship Amount: Each fellowship will consist of Rs 75000/- per month and an amount of Rs 500 000/- for one year, to support research at an institute of repute.

INCRE Fellowship Eligibility: Applicant may be DM or M.Ch or MD-Psychiatry and interested in pursuing Neuroscience research alongwith clinical responsibility; and has completed residency within the past five years.

INCRE Fellowship Application Procedure: Applications duly filled in and forwarded by the competent authority should be addressed to Dr. Bindu Dey, Adviser, Medical Division, Department of Biotechnology, Room No. 813, 8th Floor, Block-2, CGO Complex, Lodhi Road, New Delhi-110003

A soft copy of the application also needs to be submitted at the e-mail: dbt.incre@gmail.com

Last Date for submission of INCRE Fellowship application form is – 16 December, 2013

For details about eligibility and application procedure, please the following websites: www.dbtindia.nic.in or www.nbre.ac.in

The application form is available on DBT website