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CIVIL SERVICE 2011

♣ New changes have been introduced in Indian Civil Service Examinations.
Introducing a level-playing field for aspirants of India’s elite
services — IAS, IFS, IPS and others — the Union Public Service
Commission (UPSC) has come out with a new syllabus for the 2011
preliminary examination, which, besides aptitude and other skills,
will also test candidates on their knowledge of “environmental
ecology, biodiversity and climate change”.

The aspirants will also be tested for English language comprehension
skills. As of now, the English language test is part of qualifying
papers without having any weightage in the civil services (Main)
examination. But its introduction in the preliminary level could mean
a brighter chance for all those whose English language skills are
better, to qualify for the Main.

The new syllabus will have two common papers with equal weightage (200
marks each), unlike the current system which gives more weightage to
subject paper (300 marks) than the common general awareness paper (150
marks). It will replace the present system, which has been in force
since 1979.

The proposal to change the system had been pending for long as most of
the government panels had advocated greater emphasis on “aptitude” of
candidates than knowledge of their subjects, arguing that the
specialists or experts of any particular subject may not necessarily
be good civil servants unless they have actual inclination towards
it.

“The new syllabus will provide a level-playing field and equity, since
all candidates will have to attempt common papers unlike the current
format which provides for only one common paper,” an official said.
The first paper under the new syllabus will be more or less like the
current general awareness paper, with additional issues such as
climate change and biodiversity.

The second paper — being introduced by replacing the optional
(subject) paper — will have aptitude, data interpretation and English
language comprehension skills, which is more or less on the lines of MBA entrance test in India.

The second paper comprises general comprehension; inter-personal
skills, including communication skills; logical reasoning and
analytical ability; decision making and problem solving; general
mental ability; basic numbers and their relations (secondary level)
and data interpretation (charts, graphs, tables and data sufficiency).
The English language comprehension skills will also be of secondary
level.

The first paper, on the other hand, will test civil services aspirants
on current events of national and international importance, Indian
history, Indian and world geography, Indian polity and governance,
economic and social development and general science, besides
environmental ecology, biodiversity and climate change that do not
require subject specialization.

The new syllabus is only meant for the preliminary examination, which
shortlists candidates for the CS (Main) Examination, being conducted
every year by the UPSC.

“The syllabus for the CS (Main) Examination will also be changed in
due course. As of now, the existing syllabus will be used for the Main
examination in 2011 as well,” a senior official of the ministry of
personnel said.

The second part of the test will be like an aptitude test, as
mentioned more or less like a management aptitude test.

Courtesy: Times of India

What is an Aptitude Test?
A test designed to assess the ability of the candidate including
mental alertness, power of assimilation, clear and logical expression,
balanced judgement, ability to lead coordinate and guide etc.
It will include:
• Quantitative Aptitude
• Data Implementation & Sufficiency
• Verbal and non verbal reasoning
• Verbal ability
• Reading ability
• Comprehension
• Awareness of science, current affairs
• Awareness of Administration
It is a type of Psychometric Test and will also be used to test the
personality of the candidate.

Structure of Civil Service Aptitude Test [CSAT]

CSAT will consist of two papers as under:

(Paper 1) (200 marks) – Duration: Two hrs.

• Current events of national and international importance
• History of India and Indian national movement
• Indian and World Geography- physical, social, economic
geography of India and the world
• Indian Polity and governance – constitution, political
system, panchayati raj, public policy, Rights issues, etc.
• Economic and social development – sustainable development,
poverty, inclusion, demographics, social sector initiatives etc.
• General issues on environmental ecology, bio-diversity and
climate change-that don’t require subject specialization
• General science.

(Paper II) (200 marks) – Duration : Two hrs

• Comprehension
• Interpersonal skills including communication skills
• Logical reasoning and analytical ability
• Decision making and problem solving
• General mental ability
• Basic numeracy (numbers and their relations, orders of
magnitude etc. (Class X level), Data interpretation (charts, graphs,
tables, data sufficiency etc. –Class X level)
• English language comprehension skills (Class X level)

IIST Admission Test (ISAT-2011) – Brief Information
Admissions to the undergraduate programmes (B.Tech.) at IIST for the year 2011 will be made through an All India Admission Test (ISAT-2011). A brief information about ISAT – 2011 is given below. More detailed information will be available at the ISAT-2011 website from 1st November 2010.
B.Tech. Programmes
1. B.Tech. in Aerospace Engineering: It is similar to programmes of the same title available in many reputed Institutions in India and abroad. The programme in IIST is oriented towards the needs of space technology, and has significant overlap with Mechanical Engineering including Mechanical Design and Manufacturing Science and Space Dynamics. People with B.Tech. degree in Aerospace Engineering can further specialize in Flight Mechanics, Aerodynamics, Thermal and Propulsion, Structure and Design, and Manufacturing Science.
2. B.Tech. in Avionics: The programme covers what is typically covered in Electronics and Communications programmes and in addition, provides exposure to Advanced Electronics in digital and communication, control systems and computer systems used in aerospace systems. People with B.Tech. degree in Avionics can later specialize in areas like DSP, RF & Communication, Antenna, Power Electronics, Micro Electronics, Control System etc.
3. B.Tech. in Physical Sciences: This programme is oriented towards application of basic sciences in Space Science, Space Technology and Space Application. The programme lays a strong foundation in Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics and gives exposure to important applications of space technology such as Remote Sensing and GIS, Astronomy and Astrophysics, and Earth System Sciences. People with B.Tech. degree in Physical Science can later specialize in areas like Atmospheric and Ocean sciences, Solid Earth Science, Astronomy and Astrophysics, Remote Sensing & GIS, and Chemical Systems. The curriculum will have the best blend of basic science and engineering.
Intake
The total number of seats for the undergraduate programmes in IIST for the year 2011 is 156. The branch-wise distribution of seats is as follows:
B.Tech. in Aerospace Engineering: 59 seats
B.Tech. in Avionics: 58 seats
B.Tech. in Physical Sciences: 39 seats
Schedule of ISAT-2011
The examination will be held on Saturday, 16th April, 2011 between 09:30 AM to 12:30 PM (IST)
(The schedule will remain unaltered even if the above date is declared a public holiday).
Type of Examination
The question paper will be of objective type and will consist of three separate sections on Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics. The detailed syllabi based on which ISAT-2011 will be conducted, for the three subjects, namely, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Physics will be included in the ISAT – 2011 Brochure which will be available in ISAT-2011 webpage from 1st November, 2010.
How to Apply
Candidates can apply on-line only. The online application form will be available from 10:00 AM on 1st November 2010 to 11:30 PM on 31st December 2010 at the IIST website. Candidates will be guided at this stage about how to complete the application process, remit examination fee etc.
Cities / Towns of ISAT-2011 Centres
ISAT-2010 is planned to be conducted in the following twenty two cities of India:
Thiruvananthapuram Calicut Chennai Chandigarh Hyderabad
Bangalore Bhubaneswar Mumbai Nagpur
Jaipur Jodhpur Bhopal Delhi Ahmedabad
Dehradun Lucknow Varanasi Patna
Kolkata Dispur Vishakapatnam Ranchi
Examination Fee
Student desirous of taking entrance test ISAT-2011 shall have to pay examination fee as under:
GEN/OBC male candidates: Rs.600
SC/ST/PD and all female candidates: Rs.300
ELIGIBILITY FOR ISAT-2011
Candidates must make sure that they satisfy all the eligibility conditions given below for appearing in ISAT-2011:
1. Citizenship
Only Indian citizens are eligible to write ISAT-2011.
2. Date of Birth
The date of birth of candidates belonging to GEN, OBC categories should be on or after October 1, 1986, while the date of birth of those belonging to SC, ST and PD categories should be on or after October 1, 1981.
(The date of birth as recorded in the high school/first Board/ Pre-University certificate/or its equivalent will be accepted).
3. Year of passing Qualifying Examination (QE)
A candidate must have passed the QE ( 10 + 2 ) for the first time, in the calendar year 2010 or 2011. Those who are going to appear in the QE after July 1, 2011 or expecting the results of QE later than July 1, 2011 are not eligible to apply for ISAT-2011.
4. Minimum Percentage of Marks in Class X or equivalent examination.
Candidates belonging to GEN and OBC categories must secure at least 70% marks in aggregate in their Class X or equivalent examination, while, those belonging to SC, ST and PD categories must secure at least 60% marks in aggregate in their Class X or equivalent examination.
5. Minimum Percentage of Marks in 10 + 2 or equivalent examination
Candidates belonging to GEN and OBC categories must secure at least 70% marks in the aggregate in their Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics (PCM) papers in their QE, while, those belonging to SC,ST and PD categories must secure at least 60% marks in the aggregate in their PCM papers in their QE.
6. RESERVATION OF SEATS
As per Government of India rules candidates belonging to certain categories are admitted to seats reserved for them based on relaxed criteria. These categories are:
* Scheduled Castes (SC)
* Scheduled Tribes (ST)
* Other Backward Castes (OBC) belonging to Non-Creamy Layer (NCL)
* Physically Disabled (PD) candidates.

NCERT Invited Appilcations for International Diploma Course in Guidance and Counselling (2011)
Last Date for Application: November 23
Total Seats : 50 (300)
Total 6 Centres: Delhi, Bhopal, Ajmeer, Mysoor, Bhuvaneswar, Shillong
For More Details Visit: http://www.ncert.nic.in/
Post-Graduate Indira Gandhi Scholarship for Single Girl Child
Last Date of Application : November 20
For More Details visit:: http://www.ugc.ac.in/
Applications invited for Diploma courses in kerala
Name of the courses with standard abbreviation and their computer codes:
1. Diploma in Pharmacy (DPharm) : DP
2. Diploma in Health Inspector (DHI) : HI
3. Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology (DMLT) : ML
4. Diploma in Radiological Technology (DRT) : RT
5. Diploma in Ophthalmic Assistance (DOA) : OA
6. Diploma in Dental Mechanics (DMC) : MC
7. Diploma in Dental Hygienist (DHC) : HC
8. Diploma in Operation Theater Technology (DOTT) : OT
9. Diploma in Cardio Vascular Technology (DCVT) : CV
10. Diploma in Neuro Technology (DNT) : NT
11. Diploma in Dialysis Technology (DDT) : DT
12. Diploma in Endoscopic Technology (DET) : ET
13. *Diploma in Dental Operating Room Assistance (DORA) : *DA
* Subject to approval by Dental Council of India

For more Details visit : http://www.lbscentre.org/

CIGI malappuram cigi proud to inform u that one of participant of the

NTSE coaching programme last year, has qualified in the final exam and

won the scholarship….

only 8 students qualified the exam through out the state

we wish him all success in his career….

Kurukshetra University announces admissions to the following programmes
(A)TRADITIONAL COURSES
1. B.A. (General), 2. B.Com, 3. Certificate Course in Urdu, 4. Master of Arts in Hindi, English, Sanskrit, Punjabi, Political Science, Philosophy, Public Administration, History & Economics, 5. M.Sc. in Mathematics & Geography, 6.Master of Commerce
(B) PROFESSIONAL COURSES
1. Certificate Course in Computer Applications 2. Diploma in Library & Information Science  3. Bachelor of Library & Information Scienc 4. Bachelor of Computer Applications 5. Bachelor of Information and Management 6. P.G. Diploma in Export Marketing Management 7. P.G. Diploma in Journalism & Mass Communication, 8. P.G. Diploma in Translation (Hindi/English), 9. P.G. Diploma in Environmental Education,10. P.G. Diploma in Computer Applications.11. Master of Library & Information Science, 12. Master of Arts in Mass Communication, 13. Master of Computer Applications, 14. M.Sc. Computer Science (Software) 15. Master of Business Administration,16. M.B.A. (Hospitality Management).17. LL.M,18. B.Ed, 19. Master of Arts in Education, 20. Master of Arts in Environmental Education                                                                                                                                                                                                                          (C) LATERAL ENTRY COURSES
1. M.A. Mass Communication 2. M.A. Environmental Education 3. Master of Computer Applications 4. Master of Computer Applications 5. M.Sc. Computer Science (Software) 6. M.B.A. 7. M.B.A. (Hospitality Management) 8. M.B.A.(Hospitality Management)
How to Apply: Prospectus Code No. DE-10 containing Admission Form and other details can be obtained from the Manager (P & P), K. U., Kurukshetra – 136 119 on payment of Rs. 400/-(Rs. 100/- for SC/BC/Blind candidates of Haryana only) at the University Press counter or by post by sending a Bank Draft of Rs. 450/- (Rs. 150/- for SC/BC/ Blind candidates of Haryana only) in favour of the Registrar, Kurukshetra University payable at Kurukshetra. Candidates desirous to get admission form through post must send two self addressed slips and Code No. of the Prospectus with their request for Prospectus.
Prospectus with Admission Form and other details is also available on Website: www.kukinfo.com & www.kuk.ac.in.
Candidates using Admission Form after downloading shall be required to pay an additional fee of Rs.400/- (Rs. 100/- for SC/BC/Blind candidates of Haryana only) alongwith other dues for admission. Enquiry : 01744-238518 Fax : 01744-238628
last date for receipt of Admission Form is 17.9.2010.

Indian Institutes of Science Education and Research (IISER) have invited
applications from candidates for admission to Masters and Doctoral programmes. IISER
is a unique initiative in science education in India where teaching and education
are totally integrated with research. Each IISER is an autonomous institution
conducting its own Masters and Doctoral programmes. Students are encouraged to
work on research projects during the vacation periods in the first four years
of their Masters programme in various research institutes outside IISER. There
are five centres in India at
Bhopal,
Kolkata, Mohali, Pune and Thiruvananthapuram.

Admission to 5-Year Integrated Masters
(M.S.) Programme
Applications are to be submitted online as per the instructions provided
on the website. Apply Online before April 3, 2009 (for KVPY sream) or between
May 30 and June 19, 2009 (for IIT JEE stream) by clicking here www.iiser-admissions.in/apply_online.php

Eligibility Criteria: Passed 10 + 2 or its equivalent examination: passed
in 2008 or appearing in 2009 and have also qualified in one of the following
examinations:

Kishore Vaigyanic Protsahan Yojna (KVPY) SX (2009), SA (2007) and SP
streams. IIT JEE-2009 merit list or extended merit list.

Availability of Seats and Reservations: Each IISER will be admitting about 100 candidates.
The percentage of seats reserved for different categories as per the Government
of India norms are:

15% for Scheduled Class (SC) category. 7.5% for Scheduled Tribes (ST )
category. Up to 27% for eligible Other Backward Classes (OBC) category
(non-creamy layer). Remaining seats are available for General category. Up to
3% for Physically Disabled (PD) candidates in all the four categories (General,
OBC, SC
and ST)

Counseling: Counseling for the admission will be held on May 6,
2009 for KVPY stream applicants and on July 2, 2009 for IIT JEE 2009 applicants
simultaneously and concurrently at all IISERs. A non-refundable counseling fee
of Rs. 1000 will be charged at the time of counseling. This amount will be
adjusted against the tuition fee for selected candidates at the time of
admission.

Admission

The list of the selected candidates will be announced after counseling is
completed at all IISERs. Selected candidates should deposit full admission fees
within 15 days of issue of the offer letter, failing which the offer will be
withdrawn.

Dates to remember

                                                      
 KVPY
                   
IIT JEE 
Last date for receiving
online applications
                    
 April 3, 2009
           June 19,
2009 

Counseling of applicants 
            
May  6,
2009           July 2,
2009 

Last date for payment of fees       June
23, 2009          July 17,
2009 
Commencement of Academic
Session                                         August
1, 2009 

Visit http://www.iiser-admissions.in/ for
more details.

National Institute of Epidemiology (ICMR), Chennai, under Department of Health Research, Government of India, has invited applications from Medical Graduates for admission to the Master of Applied Epidemiology and Master of Public Health (Health Services Development and Research) off-campus courses, of the Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology (SCTIMST), Trivandrum, recognized by Medical Council of India, conducted by ICMR School of Public Health at the National Institute of Epidemiology, Chennai. Both Courses extend from July 2009 to June 2011.

The Master of Applied Epidemiology (Field Epidemiology Training Programme) (MAE-FETP) course aims to develop and strengthen action-oriented competencies among the scholars in (i) Bio-statistics and Epidemiology (ii) Health Information Systems/Surveillance (iii) Outbreak Investigation and Response (iv) Epidemiological Investigations (v) Human Subject Protection (vi) Oral Scientific Presentations and (vii) Scientific Writing. Admission is open to Government sponsored and Private candidates. 15 candidates will be admitted. Preference will be given to candidates sponsored by the Central/State Governments /Union Territories and Armed Forces. Two seats are reserved for candidates from North- Eastern States of India (Manipur, Mizoram, Nagaland, Arunachal Pradesh, Sikkim, Assam, Tripura and Meghalaya).

The Master of Public Health (MPH) (Health Services Development and Research) course is designed to introduce the students to the basic principles of Public Health, with emphasis on Public Health practices in India. It will cover the overall scope and functions of Public Health including organizational aspects of the Public Health system. The course will provide the students with the basic concepts and tools for good Public Health practice.

Applicant should have a M.B.B.S. Degree recognized by Medical Council of India, should be working in Public Health, preferably in State or Central Government Department or in Medical institutions sponsored on deputation for two years on full-time basis, should have 3 years experience in Public Health related activities, should below 40 years as on 1.7.2009 which may be relaxed up to 5 years for deserving candidates. Information Brochure and Application form are available at www.nie.gov.in

The last date for receipt of filled up application by the Course Co-ordinator of the respective Programmes at ICMR School of Public Health, National Institute of Epidemiology, Tamil Nadu Housing Board, Ayapakkam Chennai, Tamilnadu – 600 077 is 15th April 2009.

For details visit www.nie.gov.in

KLE University, Belgaum, Karnataka-590010, has invited applications for admission to the MBBS/BDS Course for 2009-10 in its constituent colleges. There are 150 seats for MBBS at Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, Belgaum and 100 seats for BDS at KLE V.K.Institute of Dental Sciences, Belgaum.

Admission will be based on the Under Graduate All India Entrance Test (UGAIET) to be conducted on 26th April 2009 (Sunday), from 10 am 1 pm at Belgaum, Bangalore, Pune, New Delhi, Hyderabad, Ahmedabad, Indore, Panjim, Chandigarh, Coimbatore, Kolkata, Jaipur, Gauhati, Tirupathi and Vijayawada. The exact venue for majority of the centres is given in the Information Brochure available at the website while it will be announced later in case of others.

The KLE-UGAIET-2009 will consist of one paper containing 200 multiple choice objective type questions with 50 each from Physics, Chemistry, Botany & Zoology. Each correct answer will get one mark. There is no negative marking.

Applicant should have passed the Higher Secondary Certificate Examination PUC II/HSC/Indian School Certificate Examination (ISCE)/any other examination equivalent to 10+2/HSC examination of any recongnized Board/University from any School/College situated in India/Abroad after 12 years of study. Applicant should have passed in the subjects of Physics, Chemistry, Biology & English individually & must have obtained at least 50% marks in Physics, Chemistry & Biology taken together and also should have scored 50% marks in English language, in the qualifying examination. Applicant should also secure at least 50% marks in Physics, Chemistry & Biology taken together at KLE-UGAIET- 2009. Those appearing/have appeared for the qualifying examination can also apply provisionally. Applicant should complete 17 years of age on or before the first day of December 2009.

Twenty percent seats are reserved under Management category including seats for NRI/and Foreign students. 2.5% of seats are reserved for children of teaching faculty of KLE University (KTC category) and 7.5% of the total seats are reserved for students hailing from educationally backward Belgaum Revenue Division consisting of districts of Belgaum, Dharwad, Karwar, Bijapur, Bagalkot, Haveri and Gadag (BRD category).

Application can be submitted online till 8th April, 2009. Applicant has to take a Demand Draft for Rs.1500/- favouring Registrar, KLE University, payable at Belgaum, Karnataka before commencement of online submission, as these details are needed while submitting the application online. After submission, a copy of ‘online’ submitted application form must be printed and sent to ‘The Registrar, KLE University, JNMC Campus, Nehru Nagar, Belgaum, Karnataka-590 010’, along with the DD and other documents specified.

Application form and Information Brochure can be obtained from the University by sending a processing fee of Rs.2000/- only by way of DD favouring Registrar, KLE University, payable at Belgaum, Karnataka.

It can also be obtained from Belgaum (J.N. Medical College, Nehru Nagar, Belgaum-590 010), Bangalore (S.Nijalingappa College, IInd Block, Rajajinagar, Bangalore-560 001), Pune (Pune Institute of Computer Technology, Sr. No.27, Dhanakwadi, Pune-Satara Road, Pune-411 043) and New Delhi (Basava International School, Site No.1, Sector 23, Dwaraka, New Delhi-110 075).

The duly filled application should reach ‘The Registrar, KLE University, JNMC Campus, Nehru Nagar, Belgaum, Karnataka-590 010’ along with the documents specified in the Information Brochure by Post or in person latest by 5 pm on 11th April 2009.

For details, visit http://www.kleuniversity.edu.in/