Indian Statistical Institute Documentation Research and Training Centre 8th Mile, Mysore Road, Bangalore 560059 ADMISSION NOTICE (2015-16) =========================== Documentation Research & Training Centre, a unit of the Indian Statistical Institute, founded by Late Prof. S. R. Ranganathan is an internationally recognized centre for advanced training and research in Library and Information Science. The DRTC now offers M.S. Programme in Library & Information Science with the primary objective of preparing the next generation information managers. This new and unique programme offers an ideal blend of courses spanning library science, information technology, knowledge management and quantitative studies. For those with an aptitude for higher studies and research the M.S. Programme provides a solid foundation for Ph.D. programmes. M.S. in Library and Information Science ======================================== ELIGIBILITY ------------ 3-year Bachelors degree in any discipline. Stipend ₹ 5000/- per month( Offered at Bangalore). DURATION ------------ The duration of the Programme is 24 months (2 Years); the programme is offered only at the ISI Bangalore Centre. Junior Research Fellowship in Library and Information Science ============================================================ ELIGIBILITY ------------ A consistent good academic record with first or high second class in M. S. (LIS) awarded by the Indian Statistical Institute or Associateship in Documentation and Information Science of the Indian Statistical Institute or NISCAIR/INSDOC or its equivalent degree(such as Master's degree in Library and Information Science from any University) with at least 55% marks in undergraduate programme. All eligible students will receive fellowship ₹16,000/- per month (Offered at Bangalore). Selection Procedure ******************* Selection of candidates is based on merit as judged by their performance in written tests and interview conducted by the Institute. Past academic record may also be taken into consideration. Due consideration is given to SC/ST/OBC/Physically Challenged candidates for above programme (i.e., excluding Junior Research Fellowship programme). Detailed procedures for selection of the candidates who have been offered Junior Research Fellowships are available in the prospectus. Limited hostel facilities are available. How to apply? *************** Application procedure: ----------------------- Candidates from outside India may send an email to dean@isical.ac.in with subject Admission 2015-2016 for the application procedure. Candidates in India can apply only ON-LINE through the official website http://www.isical.ac.in/~admission. Applicants should read carefully the instructions, Prospectus given in the website before filling in the application form. An applicant must have access to the Internet, an email account, acrobat reader and need to have a digital copy of his/her photo and signature in appropriate format and size (see Prospectus). Application Fee: ₹ 600.00 for all applicants in the general category and all applicants for the JRF programmes (irrespective of reservation category), ₹ 300.00 for SC/ST/OBC/ Physically Challenged candidates for all programmes excluding JRF programme. Mode of payment: The challan generated by the on-line system must be taken to any branch of State Bank of India. The bank will accept only in cash the application fee as given above and bank charges (₹ 60). Incomplete/Improper Application Forms will be rejected. For further queries, prospectus, sample questions etc. visit http://www.isical.ac.in/~admission. For any further information about the courses above you may write to: head@drtc.isibang.ac.in or visit http://drtc.isibang.ac.in IMPORTANT DATES: ================= On-line Application Starts : 3 February 2015 On-line Application Ends : 3 March 2015 Payment of Application Fee at SBI Branches Starts: 6 February 2015 Payment of Application Fee at SBI Branches Ends : 10 March 2015 ISI Admission Test : 10 May 2015 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.