Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research (JNCASR) Admission 2023 is open for Summer Research Fellowship Program. The Last Date to apply is February 28, 2023. Interested candidates can apply through www.jncasr.ac.in.
Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research (JNCASR) Admission 2023 is open for Summer Research Fellowship Program. The Last Date to apply is February 28, 2023. Interested candidates can apply through www.jncasr.ac.in.
JNCASR is a multidisciplinary research institute funded by Department of Science & Technology, Government of India. It offers PG Diploma, MS (by Research), Ph.D. and Integrated Ph.D. programs in the field of Engineering and Science. JNCASR follows a two-step online application process for all the courses offered.
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Name of the Institute | JNCASR |
Institute Type | Deemed University |
Courses Offered | MS by Research, Ph.D, Integrated Ph.D and PG Diploma |
Basic Admission Criteria | Entrance-based and Merit-based |
Entrance Exam Accepted | MS by Research/ Ph.D.: GATE/ GPAT/ JEST/ UGC NET/ CSIR NET/ ICMR JRF/ DBT JRF or INSPIRE JRF |
Integrated Ph.D.: JAM OR Written Test conducted by JNCASR | |
Application Mode | Online |
Interview | Yes |
Events | Dates |
Last Date to Apply for Summer research Fellowship Admission 2023 | February 28, 2023 |
JNCASR offers Integrated Ph.D. and Ph.D. programs in various disciplines. Integrated Ph.D. is offered in Chemistry and Physics Material Unit (CPMU), New Chemistry Unit (NCU), Evolutionary & Organismal Biology Unit (EOBU) and Molecular Biological & Genetics Unit (MBGU).
Integrated Ph.D. admission is based on a valid score in JAM or JNCASR’s written test followed by an interview for the shortlisted candidates. Admission to Ph.D. is granted on the basis of valid score in GATE/ CSIR-UGC (JRF) /JEST / INSPIRE/ any other equivalent national level examination. Shortlisted students need to qualify the interview round conducted by JNCASR.
JNCASR also offers MS (by Research) degree in two different specializations for the duration of one-year. The application process starts in the month of February and selection process is done on the basis of merit in GATE / JEST or UGC or CSIR - NET-JRF/ ICMR - JRF / DBT-JRF or INSPIRE-JRF. All the eligible candidates are invited for the interview round conducted by JNCASR.
MS (Research) students will receive scholarships of INR 25,000. A student grant of up to INR 40000 is provided for funding the travel expenses to national and international conferences
Course Name | Specialization | Eligibility Criteria | Selection Criteria |
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Ph.D. | Chemistry | 50% in M.Sc (Chemistry/ Electronics/ Mathematics / Physics / Materials Science) OR B.E./ B.Tech. in Electrical / Metallurgy OR M.E./ M.Tech. Chemical / Electronics / Electrical | GATE/ GPAT/ JEST/ UGC NET/ CSIR NET/ ICMR JRF/ DBT JRF or INSPIRE JRF followed by an interview |
Physics | |||
Engineering Mechanics | 50% in M.Sc. in Electronics/ Mathematics / Physics or B.E./ B.Tech. in Aerospace / Chemical / Mechanical / Electrical Metallurgy or M.E./ M.Tech. Aerospace / Bioinformatics /Chemical / Electronics/ Mechanical / Electrical | ||
Evolutionary & Organismal Biology | 50% in M.Sc. in Chemistry. / Maths / Botany / Zoology / Biotechnology / Biochemistry / Statistics / Life Sciences or M.B.B.S., M.D. or B.Tech. in Biotechnology or M.Sc./M.Tech. Bioinformatics | ||
Molecular Biology & Genetics | 50% in M.Sc. in Chemistry / Botany / Zoology / Biotechnology / Biochemistry / Life Sciences or M.B.B.S., M.D. or B.Tech. in Biotechnology or M.Sc./M.Tech. Bioinformatics | ||
New Chemistry Unit | 50% in M.Sc. Chemistry / Physics / Materials Science / Biotechnology / Biochemistry | ||
Neuroscience Unit | M.Sc. in Botany / Zoology / Biotechnology / Biochemistry / Life Sciences or M.B.B.S., M.D or B.Tech. in Biotechnology or M.Sc. / M.Tech. Bioinformatics with 50% marks in aggregate | ||
Theoretical Science | M.Sc. in Chemistry / Electronics / Maths / Physics / Materials Science or B.E./ B.Tech. in Chemical / Mechanical / Electrical / Metallurgy or M.E./ M.Tech. in Chemical / Electronics Mechanical / Electrical with 50% marks in aggregate | ||
Integrated Ph.D. | Materials Science | Candidates should have a minimum of 55% marks at the Bachelor’s level (B.Sc. / B.E / B.Tech.) | Written Test conducted by JNCASR OR JAM Score followed by an Interview at Bangalore |
Chemical Science | |||
Biological Science | |||
Molecular Biology & Genetics-Biological Science | |||
MS (by Research) | Evolutionary & Organismal Biology | BE/ B.Tech/ ME/ M.Tech or MBBS with 50% marks in aggregate | GATE/ GPAT/ JEST/ UGC NET/ CSIR NET/ ICMR JRF/ DBT JRF or INSPIRE JRF followed by an interview |
Molecular Biology & Genetics |
Note: The application process for MS by Research and Ph.D. courses is a two-step process. Step one is to register and validate the e-mail address. Step second is to fill the application form:
JNCASR also offers PG Diploma in Science Education (PGDSE) and Materials Science (PGDMS) courses for the duration of one-year. The application process for these courses starts in the month of June and selection process is done on the basis marks in the qualifying examination. Final admission is subject to the performance in interview and academic record.
In special cases, teachers working in the vicinity of Bangalore may be allowed for PGDSE program and in such cases; the course duration will be two years.
Course Name | Specialization | Eligibility Criteria | Selection Criteria |
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PG Diploma | Science Education (PGDSE) | B.Sc/ M.Sc. with or without B.Ed. In special cases, teachers working in the vicinity of Bangalore may be allowed for PGDSE program | Marks in the qualifying examination+Interview |
Materials Science (PGDMS) |
The students willing to take admission to any course at JNCASR can follow the given steps:
The application form fee is INR 500/- and candidates can pay it through Net Banking/ Debit Card/ Credit Card.
Ques. What are the JNCASR application fee and modes of payment?
Ans. The application form fee for the students is INR 500/-.
Modes of payment available to pay at JNCASR are:
Ques. Is there any entrance test for admission to JNCASR?
Ques. Will I get a scholarship for doing a Ph.D. from JNCASR? What is the fee structure for the Ph.D. course at JNCASR?
Ans. Yes. the students will receive scholarships. Currently, Junior Research Fellows in Science (i.e., the first two years of your Ph. D.), get Rs. 25,000/- per month, and Senior Research Fellows in Science (next three years) get Rs. 28,000/- per month.
The course fee is INR 1000.
Ques. What are the scholarships provided to students at JNCASR?
Ans. They provided scholarships are:
Ques. Are the students provided hostel facilities at JNCASR?
Ques. Which degrees are awarded by JNCASR?
Ans. The degrees awarded at Jawaharlal Nehru Centre For Advanced Scientific Research (JNCASR) are:
Ques. What are the fees of research and total seats available at JNCASR?
Ans. The fee is for the research course INR 4000.
The total no. of seats available 70.
COURSE | ADMISSION LINK |
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M.S Research | Admission Link |
M.S + Ph.D. Material Science, M.S + Ph.D. Chemical Science, M.S + Ph.D. Biological Science | Admission Link |
The campus at JNCASR is smaller when compared to other institutes, but it has a very welcoming ambience.
Students here are hardworking and determined to fulfill their goals. For this the college provides proper guidance and exposure required by them. So, it is recommended that you choose JNCASR if you are confident enough to match with their level.
Both are excellent institutions, but the experience will differ between the two. Whereas IISc is much larger and has a more vibrant student community, the smaller batches in JNCASR allow for more attention and a better chance of getting into at least one of their preferred labs.
IISC is smack dab in the middle of a commercial area (well, actually, the commercial areas grew around IISc, but let's not get into that). JNCASR is less centrally located and more of a sleepy campus. It's a completely different story after the second year when the pressure is intense and lab work can be extremely demanding.
There are no holidays for students (not even Sundays or national holidays like the 15th of August or the 26th of January, but there is a flag hoisting event so you get off work for at least an hour) and most P.I.s do not allow paid leave of more than two weeks per year. This is not to say that there isn't any fun on campus. Most of the rules governing on-campus life are lax, and the guards and staff are laid-back and don't make a fuss when asked to overlook a few things.
A few years back, my brother applied for the MS program in Engineering Mechanics at JNCASR. The written test was conceptual. They aim to test your mathematical skills and fluid mechanics knowledge. Solving the Mathematics portion can be easy if you know the proof of all concepts. There were also questions regarding Heat Transfer.
The Interview will depend on what you have written in the test. They may ask to prove what you have written in the paper. They will ask you to choose a topic of your choice and ask questions about it. They will ask you about your B.Tech project.
My sister applied for the integrated Ph.D. program in Biological Sciences at JNCASR, a few years back. They mostly asked her practical based questions in the interview. She was given problem sets, aptitude questions, and analytical questions. Most of the questions are aimed to judge your analytical skills. Rather than memorizing try to understand the concepts.
My brother got selected for the JNCASR SRFP program a few years back, for Chemical Sciences. He had a decent GPA and average research background. He wrote his application in simple language expressing why he want to pursue the program. Based on my brother’s experience, I will say the institute don’t select student based just on their GPA. In your application, state clearly why you want to pursue science. If you want to apply for the summer program, make sure you state your passion for science.
Here is how you can apply for the integrated Ph.D. program at JNCASR.
You can also take IIT-JAM. It increases your chances of getting selected at reputed institutes.
The general coursework for M.Sc Chemistry at JNCASR is not the best. But the research interface makes the course worthwhile. All the faculty members of the department are actively involved in research. They regularly publish in well-reputed journals. The research quality and the infrastructural facilities offered are great.
If you want a rigorous core curriculum, then you should first consider state universities followed by IITs. JNCASR is also a decent option for pursuing your M.Sc Chemistry degree. It offers specialization in either Material Chemistry or Chemical Biology. If research is your long-term goal, then choosing JNCASR Bangalore will be the best option.
The written test taken for Integrated Ph.D. in Biological Science at JNCASR is mostly conceptual. If you paid attention during your bachelor’s lecture, then you can easily answer a large part of the questions asked. There will be questions from the syllabus of CBSC class 11-12 and a basic B.Sc in any branch of Biology at a central university.