Indira Gandhi National Open University, New Delhi & Directorate General of Shipping, Mumbai

Courses offered: IGNOU & Directorate General of Shipping, Mumbai are inviting applications for admission to B. Sc. (Nautical Science) (FEBRUARY-2009 Session) – Three Years

Eligibility: (1) Pass in 10+2 examination from a recognised Board/University (Please see the list in Annexure V) with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics (PCM), with not less than 55% marks in PCM aggregate. OR

With Physics as an individual subject in any one of the years of B. Sc with not less than 50% marks in the final year of B.Sc. from a recognized University provided that the candidate must have passed 10+2 examination with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics (PCM) from a recognized Board. OR

B. E./B. Tech. or its equivalent degree from I.I.T or from a college recognized by AICTE/ UGC/ DEC. AND

(2) Should have passed with not less than 50% marks in English as a separate subject, at either 10th or 12th standard or in the Degree programme conducted by a recognised Board/University.

Note 1: Those appearing in eligibility educational qualification examination are also eligible to apply provided they meet all the eligibility criteria and produce the certificates to that effect on or before 2nd February 2009.

Note 2: The candidates with three-year Diploma from a recognized polytechnic are also eligible for making application for the entrance test as the three-year polytechnic Diploma is equated with 10+2 examination and accordingly their PCM aggregate in the Diploma programme shall not be less than 55%.

Age Limit (As on 2nd February 2009)

For the session commencing in February 2009, the age of the candidate will be reckoned as on 2nd February 2009.

• Not more than 25 years. (i.e. a candidate should not be born earlier than 3rd February 1984.

The age limit is relaxable by 2 years in case of female candidates and 5 years for SC/ST candidates.

Thus, the age of a candidate seeking admission on the basis of PCM marks of 10+2 examination but having higher qualifications should not be of more than 25 years.

Physical and Medical Standards :

Medically fit as per the standards set by Merchant Shipping Medical Examination Rules, 2000, as amended from time to time. For details, the candidates are advised to visit the website of Directorate General of Shipping i.e. www.dgshipping.com.

Eye-sight :
6/6 in each eye without visual aids. Normal colour vision. Candidates will have to undergo a full eyesight test conducted by the Mercantile Marine Department (MMD) before being finally selected for the programme.


Application procedure: The Student Handbook and Prospectus can be obtained from IGNOU headquarters, New Delhi on weekdays during working hours on payment of Rs.100/- in cash from 20th October 2008. It can also be downloaded from IGNOU website i.e. http://www.ignou.ac.in from 07th October 2008 onwards. It can also be obtained by POST by sending Demand Draft for Rs.200/- drawn in favour of IGNOU and payable at Delhi/New Delhi, by addressing your request to the

IGNOU-DGS PROJECT
(Room No. 109 Block- C),
SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY,
INDIRA GANDHI NATIONAL OPEN UNIVERSITY,
MAIDAN GARHI, NEW DELHI – 110 068

Those who wish to obtain Student Handbook and Prospectus by post can send their requests for Students Handbook and Prospectus which shall reach IGNOU in an envelope super-scribing “ REQUEST FOR STUDENT HANDBOOK AND PROSPECTUS FOR B.SC. (NAUTICAL SCIENCE) PROGRAMME ” . The request for sending the application form by Post shall be entertained upto 20th October 2008 (Monday). The application forms shall be sent by Speed Post/Registered Post. However, IGNOU shall not be responsible for any postal delays.

There are two distinct forms in this Student Handbook and Prospectus. The Application Form A is for the Entrance Test (OPENNET-February 2009). The Application Form B i.e. Application Form for Admission – February 2009 is to be filled-in by the candidate who successfully make to the list of Selected candidates drawn on the basis of Entrance Test (OPENNET) and also by the candidates who are seeking admission on the basis of their Sponsorship by a Shipping Company after qualifying the Entrance Test (OPENNET).

Completed Application Form for the Entrance Test (OPENNET) i.e. Form A along with the prescribed registration fee of Rs.500/- (Rs.600/- in case of downloaded application form) in the form of a Demand Draft drawn in favour of IGNOU and payable at Delhi/New Delhi should reach in an envelope super-scribed “Application form for OPENNET-August-2008” to the “Registrar (Student Registration and Evaluation Division), Block-12, Indira Gandhi National Open University, Maidan Garhi, New Delhi – 110068” on or before the last date of submission of applications i.e. 7th November 2008 (Friday).

Further details can be taken from: Tel: 011 - 29535924-32, 29535062-65, 29534976
Fax: 011 - 29536588
Website: http://www.ignou.ac.in/
Address: Maidan Garhi, New Delhi-110068

Last date of submission of Forms: 7th November 2008 (Friday)

Date of Entrance Test : OPENNET: 30th November 2008 (Sunday)

Selection : Admission to this programme is offered on the basis of qualifying in a written test (Entrance Test – OPENNET) conducted by IGNOU. The Entrance Test is conducted twice a year. For each entry session a separate Entrance Test is conducted. The OPENNET shall have 180 objective type multiple choice questions distributed in six parts which are to be attempted in 3 hours duration. A candidate will be assessed in English, General Knowledge, Reasoning Aptitude, Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry. The standard of this Entrance Test will generally be that of 10+2 level. These six parts are as follows: i) English: 30 questions ii) General Knowledge: 30 questions iii) Reasoning Aptitude: 30 questions iv) Mathematics: 30 questions v) Physics: 30 questions vi) Chemistry: 30 questions

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Punjab University

Courses offered: Applications are invited for the Two Year Full Time Management Courses in MBA, MBA (IB), MBA (HR) and MBA (Biotech) for the academic session 2009 – 2011.

Eligibility: ELIGIBILITY for MBA, MBA (IB), MBA (HR) at UBS, CHANDIGARH: A recognized Bachelor’s/ Post-Graduate degree in any discipline with at least 50% marks in the aggregate or a pass in the final examination conducted by ICAI/ICWI/ICSI or AIME 50% marks (See UBS Handbook of information 2009). Candidates appearing in final degree examination are eligible to apply and can take the test provisionally.

Reservations as per approved norms of PU. Concession of 5% marks in the eligibility requirements of SC/ST candidates. The eligibility conditions for MBA at UBS, PURC, Ludhiana, are the same as for MBA at UBS, Panjab University Chandigarh.

ELIGIBILITY for MBA Biotech at UBS, CHANDIGARH: A Bachelors or Masters degree in Biological Sciences, ie., Biology, Botany, Microbiology, Zoology, Biochemistry, Biophysics, Genetics, Pharmacy, Biotechnology, Veterinary Sciences, BE/B.Tech (Biotechnology), BSc (Bioinformatics), MBBS, BDS & BE(Informatics) of a University recognized by the Association of Indian Universities with at least 50% marks, (See UBS Handbook of Information 2009).

Candidates appearing in final degree examination are eligible to apply and can take the test provisionally. Reservations as per approved norms of Panjab University, Concession of 5% marks in the eligibility requirements of SC/ST candidates.

Application procedure: APPLY SEPARATELY TO UBS CHANDIGARH. APPLICATION FORM and HANDBOOK OF INFORMATION 2009 will be available at State Bank of India, Extension Counter. Panjab University, Chandigarh, on payment of Rs 1000/- (Rs. 500/- for SC/ST candidates) from October 15 to November 15, 2008.

Forms can also be obtained by post up to October 31, 2008 from the Manager, Publication Bureau, Panjab University, Chandigarh, by enclosing a crossed Bank Draft of Rs. 1075/- (Rs. 575/- for SC/ST candidates) in favour of Registrar, Panjab University, Chandigarh, payable at Chandigarh and a self-addressed envelope (30 x 25 cms).

Application Form can also be downloaded from University website and submitted along with a DD for Rs.1000/- (Rs.500/- for SC/ST candidates) in favour of Registrar, Panjab University, Chandgarh, payable at Chandigarh.


Further details can be taken from: Website: http://ubs.puchd.ac.in/
Address: University Business School, Panjab University, Chandigarh- 160014
Last date of submission of Forms: 5:00 pm on November 15, 2008.
Last date of Issue of application form : 1. At SBI Extension Counter, PU: 15th November, 2008 ; ; 2. By Post: 31st October, 2008

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Sri Venkateswara Veterinary University

Applications are invited for admission to Bachelor in Veterinary Science (BVSc) and AH Degree course of Sri Venkateswara Veterinary University, Tirupati under NRI quota for the academic year 2008 – 2009

Eligibility: 1. A Pass in Two year Intermediate examination conducted by the Board of Intermediate Education, Andhra Pradesh or any other examination recognized as equivalent thereto by the Intermediate Board with 50% marks in aggregate in optional from Bi.P.C Stream.

2. A candidate must have qualified in EAMCET or any National Level test conducted by National Organizations in the year 2008 – 2009, except the test conducted by the Veterinary Council of India, New Delhi.

Application procedure: Application along with Information Bulletin can be obtained from:

a. The Associate Dean, College of Veterinary Science Tirupati - 517 502

b. The Associate Dean, College of Veterinary Science, Rajendranagar, Hyderabad – 30

c. The Associate Dean, NTR College of Veterinary Science, Gannavaram, Krishna Dt.

Sale of Application forms will commence from 25.08.2008 on payment of Rs.450/- in person. Those who wish to obtain application form by post may obtain from the above centers only by sending a crossed Demand Draft for Rs.450/- drawn from any branch of Andhra Bank or State Bank of Hyderabad in favour of the Comptroller, Sri Venkateswara Veterinary University, Tirupati payable at Tirupati, along with a self addressed envelope (12" X 14") duly affixing postal stamps worth Rs.52/-(Rupees fifty two only). No postal order will be accepted in this regard.


Address: Sri Venkateswara Veterinary University Administrative Office, Regional Library Building, Tirupati – 517 502, Andhra Pradesh

Last date of submission of Forms: 10.09.2008 up to 5.00 pm

Last date of Issue of application form : By Post: 30.08.2008 & By Hand: 05.09.2008

Punjabi University

Applications are invited against vacant seats & for 10% additional seats for 2nd year of the B.Tech. (4 years) course in



1. University College of Engineering (UCoE), Main Campus, Patiala: B.Tech. (Computer Engineering, Electronics & Communication Engineering, Mechanical Engineering)

2. Yadavindra College of Engineering (YCoE), Punjabi University, Guru Kashi Campus, Talwandi Sabo.: B.Tech. (Computer Engineering, Electronics & Communication Engineering)
Eligibility: All those candidates who have passed the 3 year diploma in any branch of Engineering and Technology with minimum 60% marks in aggregate (for SC/ST 55%) or equivalent grade point or degree in Science (B.Sc.) with Mathematics as a subject from recognized institutions with minimum 60% marks in aggregate.

Preference will first be given to diploma holders and the seats remaining vacant thereafter will be offered to the B.Sc. holders.

A candidate with diploma in any branch of Engineering & Technology can opt for any of the available branches of B.Tech. course.

Application procedure: Detailed information along with the necessary forms is given in the Hand Book of Information (Professional Courses). The Hand Book of Information can be obtained from Information Centre, Punjabi University, Patiala on payment of Rs.600/- at the counter.

The application form / Hand Book of Information can also be downloaded from the university website and submitted along with a demand draft of Rs.600/- in favour of “Registrar, Punjabi University, Patiala” payable at Patiala.

Further details can be taken from: Tel: (0175) 304-6598,304-6599
Website: http://www.universitypunjabi.org
Address: Punjabi University
Patiyala-147002

Last date of submission of Forms: 29.08.2008 up to 5.00 pm

Counseling Schedule : The counseling will be held at University College of Engineering, Patiala as per the following schedule:
a. General Candidates with marks 75% and above : 02.09.2008 ; ;
b. General Candidates with marks 65% and above (if seats vacant) : 03.09.2008 ;
c. General Candidates with marks 60% and above (if seats vacant) : 04.09.2008 ;
d. All reserved categories: 05.09.2008 ; ; e. All India Basis (15%) for General & reserved categories: 06.09.2008

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National Olympiad Programme - 2009

National Olympiad Programme in Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Astronomy & Junior Science leading to participation in International Olympiads.


Invitation to Meritorious Students
Participate in the International Olympiads 2009 in Physics (Mexico), Chemistry (U.K.), Biology (Japan), Astronomy and Junior Science and bring laurels to your country.

Eligibility
Olympiads in Physics, Chemistry and Biology: Science students of Class XI & XII (Born after December 31, 1989)
Astronomy Olympiad:
Junior Level: Students of Class X or lower (Born on or between 1-1-1994 to 31-12-1995)
Senior Level: Students of Class XII or lower (Born on or between 1-1-1990 to 31-12-1993)
Junior Science Olympiad: Students of Class X or lower (Born on or between 1-1-1994 to 31-12-1995)
The programme will follow the following 5 stages. The first stage will be organized by IAPT. All the subsequent stages will be organized by HBCSE.
Stage I:
National Standard Examination in Physics (NSEP)
National Standard Examination in Chemistry (NSEC)
National Standard Examination in Biology (NSEB)
National Standard Examination in Astronomy (NSEA Jr. & NSEA Sr.)
National Standard Examination in Junior Science (NSEJS) NSEP/NSEC/NSEB/NSEA/NSEJS
Date of Examination: Sunday, November 23, 2008
Last date of Enrolment: 15th September, 2008
About 300 toppers in each subject will qualify for stage II
Stage II: Indian Natinal Olympiads in Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Astronomy (Jr. & Sr.) and Junior Science: INPhO, INChO, INBO, INAO (Jr. & Sr.), INJSO

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Stage III: Orientation cum selection camps (OCSC) in each subject.
The selected Indian teams at the end of OCSC will undergo pre-departure training (Stage IV) and participate in the International Olympiads (Stage V).
For enrolment for NSEP/NSEC/NSEB/NSEA/NSEJS and other queries regarding Stage I Examination, contact: Prof. M.L. Ogalapurkar IAPT Office, IIE Campus, 128/2, J.P. Naik Marg
Kothrud, Pune – 411 038 Tel: 020 – 25420163 (9.00 am to 7.00 pm)
Email: iapt@vsnl.net
OR
Prof. R.M. Dharkar,
Chief Co-ordinator (IAPT Exam.)
Email: rdharkar@vsnl.com
For more details please visit the following website: http://olympiads.hbcse.tifr.res.in/ and www.iapt.org.in
Indian Association of Physics Teachers (IAPT)
Homi Bhabha Centre for Science Education (HBCSE)

Kuvempu University

Applications are invited for admission to the following distance education programmes – 2008 – 2009

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Post Graduate Courses
M.Sc.: ♦Mathematics ♦Physics ♦Chemistry ♦Applied Chemistry ♦Botany ♦Zoology ♦Environmental Science ♦Biotechnology
M.Com.
M.A.: ♦Kannada ♦English ♦Hindi ♦Sanskrit ♦Urdu ♦Economics ♦Political Science ♦Sociology ♦History & Archaeology ♦Education M.A. Education, M.Sc. Biotechnology, MBA, LLM, MLI.Sc., BLI.Sc.
UNDER GRADUATE COURSES: B.A., B.Com., B.B.M., B.Sc.(pcm & cbz)
PG. Diploma Courses (1 Year Duration) : (1) Kannada Computers (2) Kannada Journalism (3) Performing Arts (Theatre) (4) Financial Institutions and Markets (5) Business Administration (6) Human Resource Management (7) Marketing Management (8) Sports Management (9) Intellectual Property Rights (10) Human Rights (11) Cyber Laws (12) Chemical Quality Control (13) Genetics (14) Industrial Safety Graduate DIPLOMA COURSE (1 Year Duration) : Panchayat Raj ♦ I.T.COURSES: B.Sc. (IT) & M.Sc. (IT) (Semester Scheme)-ln
Collaboration with UET, Bangalore & NIIT ♦ F.T. & I.D. COURSES: B.Sc. Fashion Technology & B.Sc. Interior Designing - in Collaboration with JD Institute of Fashion Technology, New Delhi, Bangalore.
Specialised Courses :
(1) P.G.- MA / M.S. & P.G.D. Courses in Mental Health & Counselling in collaboration with Manasa Education Foundation, Shimoga
(2) Diploma Courses in Power Electronics and Entrepreneurship in collaboration with Chronic Foundation, Bangalore
(3) P.G. Diploma - Organic Farming, Agro Management & Agro Informatics in collaboration with Monarch Bio-fertilisers, Chennai.

Eligibility: Any graduate shall be eligible for Post Graduate Courses and any candidate who has passed 10+2 or equivalent examination from any recognised Board of Education
shall be eligible for admission to Under Graduate Courses.
Application procedure: Prospectus & Application forms can be obtained from THE DIRECTOR, DIRECTORATE OF DISTANCE EDUCATION, Kuvempu University, Jnana Sahyadri, Shankaraghatta - 577 451, Karnataka, in person

OR

By sending a requisition along with a self addressed envelope of size 10 x 12 inch with postal stamps worth Rs. 40/- affixed on the envelope, and a crossed Demand Draft for Rs. 150/- towards the cost of Prospectus & Application form, drawn in favour of The FINANCE
OFFICER, Kuvempu University, payable at State Bank of Mysore, B.R. Project/ State Bank of India, Shankaraghatta/ Any Nationalised Bank payable at Shimoga and addressed to the
Director, DDE. Amount in any other form like M.O./I.P.O. etc. will not be accepted.
Prospectus & Applications can also be procured by paying Rs. 160/- at the counters of State Bank of Mysore, B.R. Project and Main Branches of State Bank of Mysore in District Head
Quarters of Karnataka State and State Ban Andhra Pradesh and Kerala. Also at District and Taluk Post Offices in Karnataka. These shall also be available at Sahyadri Colleges, Shimoga,
P.G. Centre, Tholahunase, Near Davangere, Fine Arts College and UBDT Engineer P.G. Centre, Kadur.
Further details can be taken from: Phone : 08282-256246,
256450 Fax: 08282-256370 Website : www.kuvempuuniversitydde.org
Address: THE DIRECTOR Directorate of Distance Education,
Kuvempu University, Jnana Sahyadri, Shankaraghatta - 577 451,
Shimoga, Karnataka, India.

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Indian Instiute of Carpet Technology

Lateral Entry (direct admission) of B. Sc. graduates & Diploma holders in the 2nd year B. Tech. (Carpet & Textile Technology) course. – 2008- 09


Eligibility: Candidates having 3/4 years Diploma (with minimum 60% marks) from institutions recognized by the Board of Technical Education of any state in any branch of
Engineering/ Technology except Agriculture Engg. and/ or candidates who have passed B.Sc. examination with Mathematics as a subject and securing minimum 60% marks in aggregate in
B.Sc. are eligible for admission to Second year in B.Tech. (Carpet & Textile Technology) course. The candidates must be sponsored by the Industry only.

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Application procedure: The prospective candidates will have to submit their application in the given format available in the website of the Institute, in advance by mail, fax, post or courier latest by 29th Aug, 2008. Application received after 29th Aug, 2008 will not be considered. Further details can be taken from: Tel. No. 05414-228409 Fax No.05414-225509 Email : iict@iict.ac.in Website: www.iict.ac.in Address: Chauri Road, Bhadohi-221401
Last date of submission of Forms: 29th Aug, 2008
Date of Entrance Test : 31st Aug, 2008 in IICT, Bhadohi at 10:30 AM