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Admission Tests

GRE - Graduate Record Examinations
The Graduate Record Examinations (GRE) General Test measures verbal reasoning, quantitative reasoning, and critical thinking and analytical writing skills that have been acquired over a long period of time and that are not related to any specific field of study. The GRE Subject Tests gauge undergraduate achievement in eight specific fields of study and is often required for admission into a master's degree program.



GRE General Test
The GRE General Test measures verbal reasoning, quantitative reasoning, critical thinking, and analytical writing skills that have been acquired over a long period of time and that are not related to any specific field of study.

GRE Subject Test
The GRE Subject Tests gauge undergraduate achievement in eight specific fields of study and can help forecast a candidate's potential for success in graduate school. Each Subject Test is intended for students who have majored in or have extensive background in that specific area.

The TOEFL Test - Test of English as a Foreign Language
A valuable tool for students who would like to study abroad in English, the TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) test opens more doors than any other academic English test. More than 6,000 institutions and agencies in 110 countries rely on TOEFL scores to select students with the English skills needed to succeed. The TOEFL test covers all facets of English proficiency, including a test of spoken English and grammar exercises.
The TOEFL test (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is offered in different formats depending on your location.
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Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT)
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The Graduate Management Admission Test® (GMAT) examination is a standardized test designed to measure basic verbal, mathematical, and analytical writing skills that have been developed over a long period of time through education and work.
Using the GMAT exam gives admissions professionals one element of the application that is a consistent measure. The GMAT exam was created to measure the academic abilities needed to succeed in graduate management education. The GMAT exam is given throughout the year in more than 150 countries around the world.


About the SAT
Get ready to take the SAT!
Nearly every college in America accepts the SAT or Subject Tests as a part of its admissions process. That's why more than two million students take the SAT every year.
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ACT

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About CLEP
Shorten your path to a college degree — with CLEP!
The College-Level Examination Program or CLEP provides students of any age with the opportunity to demonstrate college-level achievement through a program of exams in undergraduate college courses. There are 2,900 colleges that grant credit and/or advanced standing for CLEP exams.


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MBA. International Business

To prepare the students for a professional career in International
Business, to help them develop the analytical skills required to
identify International Business Opportunities and enable them
understand the Inter relationship between the diverse and complex
tasks of International Business Opportunities.
To build ethically strong and socially responsible citizens.

MBA. Master of Business Administration.

To prepare the students for a professional career on the field of
business administration and management.
To build ethically strong and socially responsible citizens.

MBA. Master of Business Administration.

To prepare the students for a professional career on the field of
business administration and management.
To build ethically strong and socially responsible citizens.

M.Sc. Applied and Computational Mathematics.

To achieve a close linkage between mathematics, and engineering/
physical science.
To train students to achieve expertise in both theoretical and
computational aspects.
To train the students to apply the acquired mathematical skills
and knowledge to model and investigate the research problems,
which arise in physical/engineering sciences, and industries.
To enable the students to acquire capabilities to find employment
not only in teaching and research institutions, but also in industries including computer software establishment.

M.Sc. Physics

This course is designed and structured to provide the students with
an opportunity to study the latest development in the areas of
scientific theories and enable them to apply the concepts in
laboratory work.

M.Sc. Chemistry

To provide advanced learning of different frontier areas of chemistry.
To promote the thirst for research.
To develop employability skills for educational and R & D requirements.

M.Sc. Biotechnology

Acquire knowledge in process and products of living organisms,
biomedical instrumentation, computational techniques and
Immunotechnology.
Apply this knowledge in industry, agriculture, health care and
in environmental protection.
Develop skills in handling instruments and gain exposure to the
production of useful compounds in the laboratory.

Biotechnology involves the application of biological processes and technologies --such as genetic engineering --in order to produce novel or useful products like drugs, diagnostic tools, drought-resistant crops, or even a whole new class of super computers. Biotechnology is the industrial use of living organisms to manufacture food, drugs, and other products. The brewing and baking industries have long relied on the yeast micro-organism for fermentation purposes; dairy industry employs a range of bacteria and fungi to make milk products such as cheeses and yogurt. Enzymes, whether extracted from cells or produced artificially, are central to most biotechnological processes. Other advances include genetic engineering in which single-celled organisms with modified DNA, are used to produce insulin, and other drugs. Genomics which is large-scale DNA sequencing and bio-informatics that comprises blending of IT and biotechnology could revolutionize the drug-discovery process.

M.Sc. Biomedical Genetics

This course has following objectives:
A detailed knowledge of the molecular structure and functions
of biomacromolecules.
Understanding of the molecular basis of various human genetic
disorders.
Develop skills in lab exercise related to molecular biology and
genetics.
Apply the knowledge and the skills in human welfare.

M.Sc. Applied Microbiology

This course gives candidates to achieve a detailed knowledge of
the structure, functions and applications of microorganisms.
Skills in the handling of micro organisms in the laboratory.
An understanding of the applications of micro organisms in industry,
healthcare, environmental protection, food, agriculture and research.
Understanding current trends in microbiology and critically appraise
published work.
Demonstrate an ability to design, undertake and interpret a research
project, presented in the form of a dissertation.

M.Tech. Biomedical Engineering.

This program seeks to initiate engineering graduates or postgraduates
Students in physics with a background of electrical, electronics, communication, and instrumentation into biomedical engineering by
Exposing them adequately to anatomy and physiology.


Have you ever wondered how a doctor can determine your blood pressure accurately? The doctor will not be able to do that without the medical devices developed by biomedical engineers. Biomedical engineering requires the multi-disciplines of electrical, mechanical, health and life sciences to enable the development of medical devices from a simple product like a clinical thermometer, to highly complex devices such as an artificial heart.

M.Tech. Chemical Engineering

To train well-qualified chemical engineering professionals to
meet academic, research & development, designing and
manufacturing functions.

M.Tech. Biotechnology

To prepare students to meet the man power requirements
in the field of Biotechnology. Especially in rural areas where
there is ample scope for it’s divers applications. Special features of
this course are mini projects, which has to be carried out from the
beginning of the second semester to the third . In addition the students are required to take a six months Industrial oriented research project in their final projects.

M.Sc. Computer Science

The course provides a basic understanding of the principles of
Computer sciences theory and practices. It provides an opportunity
to develop skills in programming using a variety of programming
languages and environments. Students are motivated to develop
Practical skills towards the development of computer-based
solutions of problems.

MCA. Master of Computer Applications

The course is designed to provide a strong base in the principles
of programming and its applications. The course bridges the
Gap between industry and institutes by concentrating on the latest
technologies and developments. The course objective is to impart
high theoretical and practical training to develop various computer
Applications.

M.Tech. Information Technology(Networking)

The course provides a strong foundation in networking and information
systems with a focus on developing high-end applications. The course
offers a wide-ranging introductions to modern computer networks
and their applications. The main emphasis is on the working of protocols
and standards. At the end of the course, students will be able to identify,
formulate, and solve engineering problems related to network, information
systems and security issues.

M.Tech. Computer Science and Engineering

The course focuses on the theory, design, implementation, analysis
and use of state-of-the-art hardware and software systems.
Students learn how computers can be used to solve problems in a
Unified hardware-software view. The course objective is to provide
Exposure on cutting edge technologies and encourage students to
Carry out research and development activities with a broad
Knowledge of the discipline of Computer Science, including
a sound fundamental understanding of Scientific and engineering
principles and methods.

M.Tech. VLSI Design

This is to develop world class professionals in advanced in all aspects of VLSI/VVLSI/nanometer scale IC and ASIC design methodologies.
To expose students to the complexities and design methodologies
Of current and advanced IC design technologies.
To provide hands on design capabilities for Analog Mixed Analog
Digital and Digital IC/ASIC design up to nano metric scales.

M.Tech. Sensor Systems technology

The course aims to impart intensive training to
understand the complexity and diversity of
areas in which sensors are used.
Enable students to develop modern instrumentation
using reliable sensor systems.

Focus on sensors for specific application in the medical,space, nuclear, automotive and chemical industry

M.Tech. Power Electronics and Drives

This course intend to train competent engineers and professionals
to meet the needs of industries related to power electronics and
drives, power electronics applications in power systems, and the
transportation sector.
Power electronics drives and their applications.

Software and Information technology sectors involved in power
electronics simulation studies and applications.

M.Tech. Nanotechnology

To provide broad exposure to fabrication for device design and its
Characterization techniques.
To enable students to acquire practical experience in the preparation
of nano-devices/nanotubes, characterization and nano-metrology
equipment like AFM, STM and other SPM based electrical
characterization.
To train students to meet the emerging technological challenges
In the field.
The program is structured to cover topics relevant to specific applications
in nano-electronics.

M.Tech. Communication Engineering

This course intend to impart quality technical knowledge to graduates
In various fields of Communication Engineering and equip them to do
research and development in the specified area of communication Engineering.
To produce engineering professional well-versed in various fields of Communication engineering with appropriate skills to meet the needs
Of communication Industries and R & D organizations.
To empower engineers to handle R&D and communication projects.

M.Tech. Automotive Electronics

This course is intend to train the graduate student to augment his
or her knowledge and skills in automotive electronics with special
emphasis on embedded real time control infotronics and vehicular
control technology.
To offer hands-on experience and mould them to be good professionals.

M.Tech. Structural Engineering

To produce structural engineers of excellence by imparting various
Designs and analysis skills.
Analysis and Design of various structures.
Appropriate technical proficiency in the sub-disciplines of structures
and materials.

M.Tech. Mechatronics

This course intend to train students as competent professionals
in Mechatronics and Automation.
To keep pace with changes in automation needs in industry and
research organizations.