Winter School - 2008 for Faculty of Science & Engineering Streams & Other Professionals - IIITA

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Indian Institute of Information Technology, Allahabad

Winter School - 2008 for Faculty of Science & Engineering Streams & Other Professionals

Under a project funded by Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT), Department of IT, GoI, it is proposed to conduct five days professional course during January 27- January 31, 2009 on“ Geographical Information Systems and Their Applications”. The objective is to train Faculty and Knowledge workers to use the latest tools like handheld GPS receiver, ERDAS software tool, Arc-view software tool etc. Interested teachers (UG/PG) & professionals may apply on the prescribed Proforma latest by 31st December 2008. There are only limited number of seats for the course. So early applicants will get preference.

The Institute will support moderate Boarding & Lodging and Training Kit for the above course. Travelling Expenses will be borne by Institution of the participant or by himself/ herself. In certain deserving cases IIIT may extend travel support upto 3 AC by train.

For more details, visit: www.iiita.ac.in/winterschool

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MHRD/AICTE WINTER SCHOOLS - NITJ

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Dr B R Ambedkar National Institute of Technology Jalandhar (Punjab)

MHRD/AICTE WINTER SCHOOLS

As per the instructions of All India Council of Technical Education, Government of India; Dr B R Ambedkar National Institute of Technology Jalandhar is organizing the following Winter Schools (sponsored by MHRD/AICTE) for the faculty members of AICTE approved institutions during December 2008. As per advertisement of AICTE vide reference no: AICTE/RID/11(05)/2008, participation in these programmes will be counted towards professional growth and career development (including for promotion under Career Advancement Scheme).

Title of the Course

Advances in Industrial Bio Technology

Petroleum Science & Engineering

Building Design & Materials

Recent Advances in Mobile Computing & Communication

Enhancing Competitiveness in manufacturing Industry

Advances in Control & Instrumentation Engg.

Textiles- A material for the future

Mathematical Modeling & Computing

Modeling, Simulation and Control of Engineering Systems

RF Devices and Nano materials

Emerging Areas in Electronics & Comm.

Entrepreneurship & Soft Skills Development

For details CLICK HERE

For more details, visit: www.nitj.ac.in

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Admission to M Tech (part time) Programmes 2009 NIT, Jalandhar

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Dr. BR AMBEDKAR NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY, JALANDHAR - 144011

Admission to M Tech (part time) Programmes

Applications are invited for admission to the following M Tech (part-time) programmes for the academic session 2008-2009 starting from January 2009:

1 M.Tech (Part Time)
Departments: Computer Science and Engineering
Discipline: Computer Science and Engineering

2 M.Tech (Part Time)
Departments: Civil Engineering
Discipline: Structural and Construction Engineering

No of seats per programme: 10 (General) + 03 (SC) + 02 (ST) + 05(OBC) = 20 (Total) (3% seats reserved for physically challenged candidates as per Government of India)

Eligibility Criteria: BE/B Tech/AMIE or equivalent in the appropriate branch of Engineering/Technology with a minimum of 60% marks (55% for SC/ST category). Further, the candidate(s) should be sponsored from his/her employer and must possess two years (minimum) of professional/teaching experience on the date of application.

How to apply: The application form can be downloaded from the institute website www.nitj.ac.in The application Performa can also be obtained (free of cost) from the concerned Head of the concerned Department(s) in person on any working day.

Application form duly filled accompanied by self-attested Photostat copies of the relevant certificates/testimonials along with a crossed demand draft (Rs.500/- for General/OBC category, or Rs.200/- for SC/ST candidates) towards application cum registration fee drawn in favour of 'Director, Dr B R Ambedkar National Institute of Technology, Jalandhar' payable at 'Jalandhar' should reach 'Head, Department of ________________, Dr B R Ambedkar National Institute of Technology, P.O. NIT Campus, Jalandhar ' 144 011, latest by 25.12.2008. The envelope must be superscribed as 'APPLICATION FOR ADMISSION TO M TECH PROGRAMME (PART TIME) IN THE DEPARTMENT OF _______________'. The in-service candidates should route their applications through proper channel, or produce 'no objection certificate' from their Employer at the time of interview. Applications received late (after due date) because of courier delays, postal delays/wrong delivery to other department/person etc. shall not be considered.

Click Here To Download Application Form

For any query, please contact:
Dr R K Garg, (Mob: 9417549528)
Dean (Research and Industrial Liaison) or
The concerned Head of the Department
EPABX: 0181-2690301, 302 Extn (229: Civil Engg), (208: Comp Sc)

For more details, visit: www.nitj.ac.in

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New scholarships announced for the academic year 2008-2009 - VIT University

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VIT University

New scholarships announced for the academic year 2008-2009 onwards.

* Semester Abroad programme Rs.25 lakhs

* Financial assistance Rs.10.25 lakhs for students whose parents income is less than one lakh in per annum

* (Please collect the Application available in office of the Dean, Students’ Welfare. Submit the completed applications on or before 15.12.2008)

* Total scholarship to be distributed is Rs.126.73 lakhs and for details visit http://www.vit.ac.in/Academics/Awards_Rewards.asp

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MBA & MBA (International Business) Admissions 2009 - VIT Business School

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VIT University
Vellore 632 014 Tamil Nadu, India
www.vit.ac.in

VIT Business School

MBA & MBA (International Business) Admissions 2009

Selection Criteria: Selection of students is based on valid CAT/XAT/MAT score and full-time degree with 60% of marks throughout academic career from a recognized University or Institution. Constituent academic scores and managerial work experience are considered advantageous. Candidates shortlisted on these parameters are further scrutinized through Group Discussion & Interview conducted in major cities of India.

How To Apply: A separate application from with CAT/XAT/MAT score for MBA and MBA (IB) should be submitted to Admission Officer, VIT University. The application form and prospectus can be obtained by sending a Demand Draft for Rs. 900/- drawn in favour of "VIT University", payable at Vellore, to the Admission Officer with a request letter containing the full address of the applicant or by handing over a DD in person at VIT University, Vellore (or) at Chennai Administrative Office.

Important Date:

Issue of Application: 08-12-2008

Submission of Application: 28-02-2009

Institute uses CAT scores for shortlisting candidates. IIMs have no role either in the selection process or in the conduct of the programme.

Admission Officer
VIT University, Vellore - 632 014, Tamil Nadu, India
Phone: +91-416 - 420 7070, 220 2168 / 220 2157
Fax: 0416 - 224 5544, 224 0411
Email: admission@vit.ac.in

Chennai Administrative Office
New No. 6 (Old No. W-73), Second street
Anna Nagar (Opp. Towers Club), Chennai - 600 040
Phone: 044-4201 6555, 6548 0555
Fax: 044-2622 2555

For more details, visit: www.vit.ac.in

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