Undergraduate Admission 2013 | Courses after 10+2 (HSC)

This is an attempt to help students with relevant information on admission notifications of various courses after 10+2 (HSC) in India. I'll be updating this post with notices I come across from time to time in different streams.  Hope people find it useful.

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University of Hyderabad | Basic Sciences, Social Sciences, Humanities
University of Hyderabad, a top Central University, offers 5-year Integrated Masters programmes in Mathematical Sciences, Physics, Chemical Sciences, Systems Biology, Earth Sciences, Optometry and Vision Sciences, Health Psychology, Economics, History, Political Science, Sociology and Anthropology. Admission is done through All India Entrance Test. Candidates are required to apply online at www.uohyd.ac.in
Dates for online application and payment of fee: Dec 21, 2012 to Jan 21, 2013
Last date for receipt of application hard copy: Jan 24, 2013 
Exam Dates:  
Health Psychology: Feb 23, 2013, 2.00 pm
Mathematical Sciences, Physics, Chemical Sciences, Systems Biology, Earth Sciences: Feb 24, 2013, 10.00 am
Economics, History, Political Science, Sociology, Anthropology: Feb 24, 2013, 02.00 pm
Telugu, Hindi, Urdu, Language Science: Feb 26, 2013, 10.00 am
Optometry and Vision Sciences: Feb 26, 2013, 02.00 pm (Written Exam), May 08, 2013, 10.00 am (Interview)

Admission Notice: http://acad.uohyd.ac.in/downloads/AdmnNotif13.pdf
Other admission related details: http://acad.uohyd.ac.in/notifications.html
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NEST 2013 | Basic Sciences
National Entrance Screening Test (NEST) is national level entrance test for admission to 5-year Integrated Masters programmes in basic sciences at National Institute of Science Education and Research (NISER), Bhubaneswar , University of Mumbai - Department of Atomic Energy Centre for Excellence in Basic Sciences (UM-DAE CBS), Mumbai and Integrated ScienceEducation and Research Center (ISERC), Visva Bharati, Shantiniketan, West Bengal
Admitted students are eligible for the Inspire scholarship (₹ 5000 per month) Last date for submission of the application: March 08, 2013
Exam date: May 25, 2013 (Sat) 
NEST 2013 Information Brochure: http://nestexam.in/docs/nestbrochure-13.pdf 
NEST web site: http://nestexam.in/
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National Institute of Science and Research (NISER) established by the Department of Atomic Energy, strives to become a citadel for basic sciences and allied subjects in terms of teaching and research. Its vision includes imparting high-quality science education in a vibrant academic ambiance to the bright, motivated students, by a faculty of distinguished scientists and teachers. The curriculum is amply supported by a strong visitor's programme by accomplished scientists from India and abroad.

University of Mumbai - Department of Atomic Energy Centre for Excellence in Basic Sciences (UM-DAE CBS), Mumbai is an autonomous Centre for Excellence in Basic Sciences of the Department of Atomic Energy, Government of India. CBS offers high quality teaching embedded in a vibrant post-graduate and research environment with some of the best teachers and scientists from major institutions in the city (TIFR, BARC, IIT) and the University of Mumbai and its colleges, on its faculty. The Centre is located in the Vidyanagari campus of the University of Mumbai.
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NCHMCT CET 2013 | Hotel Management
National Council for Hotel Management &Catering Technology (NCHMCT), an autonomous body under Ministry of Tourism,Govt. of India and the Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU), jointly offer a full time regular Three Year (Six Semester) Degree in B.Sc.in Hospitality and Hotel Administration. The program equips scholars with knowledge, technical skills and service attitude for Hospitality Industry. Admission to 50 Hotel Management institutes affiliated to the NCHMCT will be through a Joint Entrance Examination (JEE- 2013).

Last date to apply: April 15, 2013 (Mon) 
Exam date: April 27, 2013 (Mon)

JEE 2013 Notification: http://www.datamationfoundation.org/nchmct/NATIONAL%20COUNCIL%20FOR%20HOTEL%20MANAGEMENT.pdf

JEE 2013 website: http://applyadmission.net/nchmjee2013/
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B.S. Programme at IISc Bangalore |Basic Sciences
The Indian Institute of Science (IISc), a leading institution for research in science and engineering, offers a novel 4-year Bachelor of Science (BS) Programme. Major disciplines offered are Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Materials, Mathematics and Physics. Students majoring in any of the above disciplines will also take courses in engineering, humanities, and inter-disciplinary areas for a well-rounded learning experience. Students who will appear for the 12th standard board examination (or equivalent) in 2013 and those who have passed this examination in 2012 are eligible to apply for admission to this program. Selection will be based on the KVPY and other national examination(s).
A presentation on the course: http://www.iisc.ernet.in/ug/KVPY-SA-Meet-Dec2012.pdf
For other details and admission updates please visit the web site: http://www.iisc.ernet.in/ug
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IISERs | Basic Sciences
Indian Institutes of Science, Education and Research (IISERs) have been set up by the Govt. of India to promote high quality scientific research and training. IISERs offer 5 year BS-MS Dual Degree Programme in natual and basic sciences. It integrates classroom learning with research and provides ample scope for multidisciplinary interactions. The IISERs represent a unique initiative in India where teaching and education are totally integrated with state-of-the-art research nurturing both curiosity and creativity in an intellectually vibrant atmosphere of research. Currently, there are five IISERs at Bhopal, Kolkata, Mohali, Pune and Thiruvananthapuram.
BS-MS students are eligible for either KVPY or INSPIRE scholarship. 
Admission Channels:
Kishore Vaigyanik Protsahan Yojana (KVPY)
JEE (Main) and JEE (Advanced)
State and Central Boards: Those, who on the basis of their aggregate scores in class XII, are eligible for INSPIRE scholarship by the Department of Science and Technology (DST) may be considered for admission after clearing anaptitude test. 
IISER Admission Web site: http://www.iiser-admissions.in/
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NMIMS | Engineering, Pharmacy, Management
Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies (NMIMS) offers 5-year integrated Masters Programmes titled MBA Tech and Pharma Tech
MBA Tech: 5- year programme with engineering and management degree
http://engineering.nmims.edu/programs/mba-tech/
Pharma Tech: 5- year programme with B. Pharma and MBA degree
http://pharmacy.nmims.edu/programs/full-time-programs/mba-pharma-tech-with-dual-degree-five-years-integrated-course/ 

Admission is done through an entrance exam followed by interview.
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Indian Maritime University | Nautical Science, Marine Science
The Indian Maritime University (IMU), a Central University headquartered in Chennai, encompasses under its fold the following seven premier government institutions: 

• National Maritime Academy, Chennai
• T S Chanakya, Mumbai
• Lal Bahadur Shastri College of Advanced Maritime Studies & Research, Mumbai
• Marine Engineering Research Institute, Mumbai
• Marine Engineering Research Institute, Kolkata
• Indian Institute of Port Management, Kolkata
• National Ship Design & Research Centre, Visakhapatnam 

Apart from the above, IMU has started two more campuses at Cochin (2009) and Kandla (2011). 
IMU offers B. Sc (Nautical Science), B. Sc. (Maritime Science), B. Tech (Marine Engineering), B.Tech (Naval Architecture) , DNS leading to B. Sc (Nautical Science) and B. Sc. (Ship Building & Repair).

Admission for these programmes for the Academic year 2013-14 will be through a Common Entrance Test (CET) to be conducted by IMU during April / May 2013. Admission notification will be issued in the month of February/March 2013 in leading National Newspapers and on the University website www.imu.tn.nic.in

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AIEEA-UG-2013 | Agriculture & Allied Sciences
The Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) conducts All India Entrance Examination for admission to Bachelor degree programs in Agriculture and allied sciences (AIEEA-UG) on 100% seats at National Dairy Research Institute (NDRI), Karnal  and on 15 % seats at State Agricultural Universities, Central Agricultural University Imphal, Banaras Hindu University, Viswa Bharati, Nagaland University and Sam Higginbottom Institute of Agriculture, Technology & Sciences (SHIATS), Allahabad  (Formerly Allahabad Agricultural Institute).

Bachelor Degree programmes (viz. B.Sc.Ag./B.Tech./B.F.Sc. etc.) are in the subjects of Agriculture, Horticulture, Fisheries, Forestry, Home Science, Sericulture, Biotechnology, Agricultural Engineering, Dairy Technology, Food Science, Agricultural Marketing & Co-operation).  

National Talent Scholarship (NTS) will be awarded to those candidates, selected through AIEEA-UG-2013 examination, who join an Agricultural University located outside their state of domicile.

Exam date: April 20, 2013
Applications for AIEEA-UG- 2013 can be submitted both Online and Offline.
Sale of Information Bulletin/Application Form : Dec. 26, 2012 to Feb. 15, 2013.The forms can be obtained by cash payment from Registrars of Agricultural Universities or from the specified branches of Syndicate Bank and also from eight ICAR Institutions by payment through Bank Draft
Online Application Form & Information Bulletin: http://www.icar.org.in/ 
For online applications fee can be deposited through (i) Bank challan of Syndicate Bank or (ii) credit/debit card using Payment Gateway of Syndicate Bank or (iii) NEFT.
AIEEA-UG-2013 Notification: http://www.icar.org.in/files/UG-PG-2013-20-12-2012.pdf
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HSEE 2013 | Humanities, Social Science
IIT Madras offers 5-year Integrated Masters programmes in English and Development Studies. Admission to these interdisciplinary courses is done through the Humanities and Social Sciences Entrance Examination (HSEE) 2013.
Online application dates: Dec. 19, 2012 - Jan. 18, 2013
Examination date: April 21, 2013
HSEE Website: http://hsee.iitm.ac.in/
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NIFT | Fashion Technology, Design
National Institutes of Fashion Technology (NIFTs) are premier institutions supported by Govt. of India and offer programmes in textile and leather design, technology, management and merchandising. NIFTs have emerged as leaders in fashion education and stand as a beacon of serious critical engagement, a key enabler in developing competent professionals. NIFT campuses are located at Bengaluru, Bhopal, Bhubneshwar, Chennai, Gandhinagar, Hyderabad, Jodhpur, Kangra, Kannur, Kolkata, Mumbai, New Delhi, Patna, Raebareli and Shillong.  

Application Forms Available Online : Nov. 06, 2012 to Jan. 14, 2013 
Manual Applications: Nov. 12, 2012 to Jan. 10, 2013 
Last date of Submission: Jan. 14, 2013 
Paper based test (PBT) Entrance Examination: Feb 02, 2013 ( For all courses) 
Computer Based TEST (CBT) Entrance Examination: April 06-07, 2013 (only for B.F.Tech) 
NIFT Admission 2013 Prospectus: http://www.nift.ac.in/Downloads/Admisson_Prospectus2013.pdf 
Online Application: http://applyadmission.net/nift2013/
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BITSAT 2013 | Engineering, Basic Sciences, Pharmacy, Economics, Finance 
Computer based online test for admission to Birla Institute of Technology and Science (BITS) Pilani for its Integrated First Degree programmes, B.E.(Hons.), B.Pharm.(Hons.), M.Sc.(Hons.), M.Sc.(Tech.) degrees, at Pilani campus, Goa campus, and Hyderabad Campus.

Only Students who are appearing for 12th class examination in 2013 or who have passed the 12th class examination in 2012 are eligible to appear for BITSAT-2013. Students who obtain First Rank in any central or state level board exam in India held in the year 2013 will be given direct admission to the programme of their choice, irrespective of their BITSAT-2013 score subject to fulfilling other eligibility criteria.

BITSAT 2013 Advertisement: http://www.bitsadmission.com/bitsat/2013adv.pdf
Last date to apply: Feb. 15, 2013
Online test dates: May 14 – June 01, 2013
Web site: http://www.bitsadmission.com/ 
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VITEEE- 2013 |Engineering 
VIT University conducts Computer based test, VIT Engineering Entrance Examination (VITEEE - 2013), for admission to its B. Tech programmes at Vellore and Chennai campuses.
 
VITEEE 2013 Advertisement: http://www.vit.ac.in/admissions/viteee2013/BTech_Advt.pdf
Last date of receipt of application: Feb 28, 2013.
Computer Based Test: Apr. 15 -30, 2013.
VIT University website: http://www.vit.ac.in/
Online Application Link: https://academics.vit.ac.in/online_application/viteee2013/home.asp
Web site: http://www.vit.ac.in/

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Manipal University | Engineering, Medical, Pharmacy, Nursing, Hotel Management, Masscommunication etc.
Admission to various courses in Engineering, Medical, Pharmacy, Nursing, Hotel Management, Masscommunication etc. 
Admission Notification: http://www.manipal.edu/ADMISSIONS/INDIANADMISSIONS/Documents/AdmissionNotification.pdf
Web site:  http://www.manipal.edu/Admissions/IndianAdmissions/Pages/HowtoApply.aspx
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CUSAT CAT 2013 | Engineering, Photonics
Cochin University of Science and Technology (CUSAT) offers B. Tech programmes in various disciplines and a 5-year Integrated M.Sc course in Photonics. Admission is done through the Common Admission Test (CAT) at various centres at all over India. 

Admission Notification: First week of January 2013
Online registration starts from: Second week of January 2013
Exam Date: May 12, 2013.

Admission Web site: http://iraaa.cusat.ac.in/
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CLAT 2013 | Law
The Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) is an all India entrance test conducted by 14 National Law Universities/Institutes for admissions to 5-year integrated under-graduate and post graduate degree programmes. The 14 participating NLUs in the order of their establishment are:

1. National Law School of India University, Bangalore (NLSIU)
2. NALSAR University of Law, Hyderabad (NALSAR)
3. National Law Institute University, Bhopal (NLIU)
4. The West Bengal National University of Juridical Sciences, Kolkata (WBNUJS)
5. National Law University, Jodhpur (NLUJ)
6. Hidayatullah National Law University, Raipur (HNLU)
7. Gujarat National Law University, Gandhinagar (GNLU)
8. Dr. Ram Manohar Lohiya National Law University, Lucknow (RMLNLU)
9. Rajiv Gandhi National University of Law, Patiala (RGNUL)
10. Chanakya National Law University, Patna (CNLU)
11. National University of Advanced Legal Studies, Kochi (NUALS)
12. National Law University, Orissa (NLUO)
13. National University of Study & Research in Law, Ranchi (NUSRL)
14. National Law University & Judicial Academy, Assam (NLUJA)

Hidayatullah National Law University (HNLU), Raipur is coordinating CLAT 2013.
Last date for submission of application: 5.00 pm, March 30, 2013

CLAT 2013 Exam date: May 12, 2013
CLAT Website: http://www.clat.ac.in/
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NEET (UG) 2013|Medical 

National Eligibility Cum Entrance Test (UG), 2013 will be conducted by the CBSE for admission to MBBS/BDS Courses in India in All Medical/Dental Colleges run with the approval of Medical Council of India/Dental Council of India under the Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare Government of India.

Schedule for submission of application forms without late fee: Dec. 1-31, 2012
Date of receipt of confirmation page in CBSE: Jan. 10, 2013
Schedule for submission of online application forms with late fee ₹ 1000/-: Jan. 1-31, 2013
Date of receipt of confirmation page in CBSE for the applications submitted late with fee of ₹ 1000 : Feb. 05, 2013
Examination Date: May 05, 2013

Candidates should apply online at www.cbseneet.nic.in

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JEE (Main) 2013 | Engineering
All India entrance examination, conducted by CBSE for admission to undergraduate engineering programs at National Institutes of Technology (NITs), Indian Institutes of Information Technology (IIITs), Other centrally funded Technical Institutions, Institutions funded by several participating State Governments and several other participating institutions.  

The merit/rank list shall be prepared based on 40% weightage to school Boards marks in class 12th or equivalent examination and 60% weightage to JEE(Main). The weightage to school Board/Equivalent examination marks shall be considered only after normalisation.

The JEE (Main) has come in place of AIEEE. The JEE (Main) will also be an eligibility test for the JEE (Advanced), which the candidate has to take if he/she is aspiring for admission to the undergraduate programmes offered by the Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) and Indian School of Mines (ISM) Dhanbad.

Date of Examination:

Offline examination (Pen and Paper Based Examination): Paper 1 & Paper 2: April 07, 2013

Online examination (Computer Based Examination) for Paper 1 Only: April 08 & 25, 2013.

Application is through online mode. Online registration can be done from Nov. 8, 2012 to Dec. 15, 2012 at JEE (Main) website: http://jeemain.nic.in/

Web site: http://jeemain.nic.in  
............................................................................................................. National Institutes of Technology (NITs) are Govt. of India funded autonomous engineering colleges and are located at 30 locations in all major states/territory of India. 50 % of the seats in each of the NITs are allocated to students who pass their 10+2 (HSC) Exam from the state/territory where the institute is located and rest 50% is shared amongst students from rest of the country. This is done to promote regional diversity and multicultural understanding.
  
Indian Institutes of Information Technology(IIITs) are centrally funded institutes of higher education focusing on information technology. Currently, there are four IIITs at Allahabad, Gwalior, Jabalpur and Kancheepuram
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JEE (Advanced) 2013| Engineering, Basic Sciences
Entrance test for admission to various undergraduate programmes in sixteen Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) at present, located at Bhubaneswar, Chennai, Delhi, Gandhinagar, Guwahati, Hyderabad, Indore, Jodhpur, Kanpur, Kharagpur, Mandi, Mumbai, Patna, Ropar, Roorkee and Varanasi and Indian School of Mines, Dhanbad

To be eligible to appear in JEE (Advanced) 2013, candidates must be in the top 20 percentile of successful candidates of their Boards in respective categories and amongst the top 1,50,000 candidates (including all categories) who qualify in Paper - I of JEE (Main) - 2013. JEE (advanced) has come in place of IIT- JEE.

A candidate can attempt JEE (Advanced) maximum two times in consecutive years. Candidates who had attempted IIT JEE 2012 for the first time (having passed QE in 2012) can appear in JEE (Advanced) - 2013, by qualifying in Paper - I of JEE (Main) - 2013. Those who attempted IIT-JEE in 2011 or earlier are NOT ELIGIBLE to appear in JEE (Advanced) - 2013.Candidates who have taken admission (irrespective of whether or not they continued in any of the programmes) or accepted the admission by paying the registration fee at any of the IITs, IT-BHU Varanasi or ISM Dhanbad, are NOT ELIGIBLE to appear in JEE (Advanced) - 2013.

Examination Date: June 2, 2013.

To write JEE (Advanced) - 2013 all eligible candidates should register through online at http://jeeadv.iitd.ac.in/ during 8 May to 13 May, 2013 

Aptitude Test for B. Arch. for the IITJEE (Advanced) - 2013 Qualified Candidates
Candidates desirous of joining the B. Arch., courses will be required to qualify in an Aptitude Test to be conducted at all zonal IITs on 28 June, 2013. However the seat allotment will be done based on the category wise all India Rank in the JEE (Advanced) -2013. The test will consist of one paper of three hours duration – from 09:00 to 12:00 hrs. Candidates must register online at http://jeeadv.iitd.ac.in for this Aptitude Test between 24 and 26 June, 2013. 
JEE (Advanced) web site: http://jeeadv.iitd.ac.in
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Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) are most sought engineering institutions funded and governed by the Govt. of India. Over the years, IITs have created world class educational platform that is dynamically sustained through quality teaching and internationally acclaimed research with excellent infrastructure and the best available minds. The faculty and alumni of IITs continue to make huge impact in all sectors of society, both in India and abroad. These institutions offer courses leading to Bachelor’s degree in a number of engineering, technological and science disciplines. Integrated M. Sc. courses in pure and applied sciences and Integrated M. Tech. courses in a few disciplines are also offered by some of these Institutions. In addition, some IITs offer Dual-Degree M. Tech. programmes, wherein both B. Tech. and M. Tech. degrees are awarded.

Indian School of Mines (ISM), Dhanbad is one of the oldest institutions in India. ISM was started as an institution to impart mining education and has graduated into a full-fledged technical institution of international acclaim. ISM is govened and funded by the Govt. of India.

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