Ph.D.

Visvesvaraya Technological University, Belgaum, Karnataka issued admission notification for Ph.D. in Engineering/ Science/ Business Administration / Computer Applications and M.Sc. (Engineering) By Research Programmes for the year 2011-12. These programmes are offered on Full Time and Part Time basis. The University shall conduct Technical Aptitude Test 2011 for screening the candidates. Interested candidates can download application forms from the website www.vtu.ac.in . Following are details of eligibility and application procedure:

The candidates are required to submit the prescribed application form with all requisite documents mentioned in the application form along with a DD of ` 200/- drawn in favour of ‘Finance Officer, VTU, Belgaum.’. The fillled in applications should be enclosed with 7 envelops with complete address. Candidates can visit www.vtu.ac.in for details regarding instructions, research centers and courses. Details of fee structure, syllabus for Technical Aptitude Test also available on the website. Technical Aptitude Test will be conducted at following centers: 1. M.S.Ramaiah Institute of Technology, Vidya Soudha, M.S. Ramaiah Nagar, M.S.R.I.T, Bangalore; 2. VTU, Campus Belgaum.

Important Dates:

1. Start of issue of application forms: 15-01-2011
2. Last date for receipt of completed application forms: 28-02-2011
3. Technical Aptitude Test Date: 13-3-2011

Address: Visvesvaraya Technological University, Jnana Sangama, Belgaum – 590 018, Karnataka state. Phone : (0831) 2405468; Website: www.vtu.ac.in

Ranchi Institute of Neuro-Psychiatry and Allied Sciences (RINPAS) Ranchi issued notification for admission to Diploma, M.Phil, P.G. and Ph.D. courses for the year 2011-13/14 th Session. RINPAS offers stipend for all the admitted candidates. (Rs.5000/- & Rs. 5500/- to M.Phil and Ph.D students will get Rs. 5000 and Rs. 5500 per month respectively and D.P.N. students will be given Rs. 3000/- per month as stipend. Selection will be based on performance in Written examination and Interivew. Following are details of courses, eligibility and application procedure:

1. M.D. (Psychiatry): 1 Seat; Duration: 3 years for M.B.B.S. degree holders and 2 years for D.P.M. holders (2 years).
2. Diploma in Psychological Medicine (D.P.M.): 1 Seat; Duration : 2 years; Qualification: M.B.B.S.
3. Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology: 4 Seats; Duration : 2 years; Qualification: Should have Diploma / M.Phil in Medical and Social Psychology / Clinical Psychology of 2 years duration.
4. Ph.D. in Psychiatric Social Work: 4 Seats; Duration : 3 years for M.A. Social Work OR M.S.W. and 2 years for DPSW OR M.Phil in Psychiatric Social Work. Qualification: M. A. Social Work OR M.S.W. with at least 60 percent marks. Those with DPSW/ M.Phil in Psychiatric Social Work can also apply.
5. M.Phil in Medical and Social Psychology: 12 Seats; Duration : 2 years; Qualification : M.A. in Psychology with minimum 50 percent marks.
6. M.Phil in Psychiatric Social Work: 12 Seats; Duration : 2 years; Qualification : M.A. Social Work/ Sociology with at least 50 percent marks.
7. Diploma in Psychiatric Nursing: 6 Seats; Duration : One year; Qualification: ‘A’ Grade Certificate OR Diploma in General Nursing and Midwifery along with 2 years experience as Staff Nurse.

The written examination will be conducted on 12th February 2011. Interviews will be held on 13th Febuary 2011. Candidates have to produce all relevant original certificates at the time of written examination. Candidates have to apply in the prescribed proforma with all the details available on the institute website www.rinpas.nic.in . Filled in forms along with a DD for Rs. 500 (Rs. 250 for SC/ST applicants) drawn in favour of ‘Director, RINPAS’ and payable at Ranchi should reach ‘Director, Ranchi Institute of Neuro-Psychiatry and Allied Sciences (RINPAS), Kanke, Ranchi – 834006’. Last date for receipt of applications is 5th February 2011.