Ph.D.

Entrance Examination Syllabus

(Applicable for the batches admitted from the AY: 2024-25)

S. No. Ph.D. Program Page No.

1 Civil Engineering 2
2 Electrical Engineering 6
3 Mechanical Engineering 9
4 Electronics & Communication Engineering 13
5 Computer Science and Engineering 17
6 Mining Engineering 20
7 Petroleum Engineering 23
8 Agricultural Engineering 26
9 Mathematics 30
10 Physics 33
11 Chemistry 37
12 English 42

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 Civil Engineering

Part A: Research Methodology

1. Foundations of Research: Meaning, Objectives, Motivation, Utility. Concept of theory,
empiricism, deductive and inductive theory. Characteristics of scientific method –
Understanding the language of research – Concept, Construct, Definition, Variable.
Research Process
2. Problem Identification & Formulation – Research Question – Investigation Question –
Measurement Issues – Hypothesis – Qualities of a good Hypothesis –Null Hypothesis
& Alternative Hypothesis. Hypothesis Testing – Logic & Importance
3. Research Design: Concept and Importance in Research – Features of a good research
design – Exploratory Research Design – concept, types and uses, Descriptive Research
Designs – concept, types and uses. Experimental Design: Concept of Independent &
Dependent variables. (10%)
4. Qualitative and Quantitative Research: Qualitative research – Quantitative research –
Concept of measurement, causality, generalization, replication. Merging the two
approaches.
5. Measurement: Concept of measurement– what is measured? Problems in measurement
in research – Validity and Reliability. Levels of measurement – Nominal, Ordinal,
Interval, Ratio.
6. Sampling: Concepts of Statistical Population, Sample, Sampling Frame, Sampling
Error, Sample Size, Non-Response. Characteristics of a good sample. Probability
Sample – Simple Random Sample, Systematic Sample, Stratified Random Sample &
Multi-stage sampling. Determining size of the sample – Practical considerations in
sampling and sample size.
7. Data Analysis: Data Preparation – Univariate analysis (frequency tables, bar charts, pie
charts, percentages), Bivariate analysis – Cross tabulations and Chi-square test
including testing hypothesis of association.
8. Interpretation of Data and Paper Writing – Layout of a Research Paper, Journals in
Computer Science, Impact factor of Journals, When and where to publish ? Ethical
issues related to publishing, Plagiarism and Self-Plagiarism.
9. Use of Encyclopaedias, Research Guides, Handbook etc., Academic Databases for
Computer Science Discipline.
10. Use of tools / techniques for Research: methods to search required information
effectively, Reference Management Software like Zotero/Mendeley, Software for paper
formatting like LaTeX/MS Office, Software for detection of Plagiarism.
Part:B
Engineering Mathematics
Linear Algebra:
Systems of Linear Equations, Matrix Algebra, Eigen Values and Eigen Vectors
Calculus:
Evaluation Of Definite And Indefinite Integrals, Application Of Definite Integral To Obtain
Area And Volume, Limit, Continuity, And Differentiability, Gradient, Divergence and Curl,

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 Vector Identities, Taylor Series, Functions Of Single Variable, Mean Value Theorems, Local
Maxima And Minima, Partial Derivatives, Total Derivative, Line, Surface And Volume
Integrals, Directional Derivatives
Ordinary Differential Equation (ODE):
Initial and Boundary Value Problems, Euler-cauchy Equations, Higher Order Linear
Equations With Constant Coefficients, First Order (Linear And Nonlinear) Equations
Partial Differential Equation (PDE):
First and Second Order One-dimensional Wave Equation and Two Dimensional Laplace
Equation, Fourier Series, Separation of Variables, Solutions of one-Dimensional Diffusion
Equation
Probability and Statistics:
Linear Regression, Sampling Theorems, Descriptive statistics – Mean, median, mode, and
standard deviation Random Variables – Discrete and Continuous, Poisson and Normal
Distribution, Conditional Probability
Numerical Methods:
Single And Multi-step Methods for First Order Differential Equations, Newton’s And
Lagrange Polynomials, Numerical Solutions of Linear and Non-linear Algebraic Equation,
Error Analysis, Integration by Trapezoidal and Simpson’s Rule, Numerical Differentiation
Structural Engineering
Engineering Mechanics:
Free Vibrations of undamped SDOF System, Internal Forces in Structures, System of forces,
free-body diagrams, equilibrium equations, Centre of Mass, Frictions and Its Applications

Solid Mechanics:
Simple Bending Theory, Flexural And Shear Stresses, Shear Centre, Simple Stress and Strain
Relationships, Buckling Of Column, Combined and Direct Bending Stresses, Uniform
Torsion, Transformation Of Stress, Bending Moment And Shear Force In Statically
Determinate Beams
Structural Analysis:
Method Of Superposition, Statically Determinate And Indeterminate Structures By Force/
Energy Methods, Analysis of trusses, arches, beams, cables and frames, Influence Lines,
Displacement Methods: Slope Deflection and Moment Distribution Methods, Stiffness And
Flexibility Methods Of Structural Analysis
Construction Materials and Management:
Construction Materials: Structural Steel – Composition, Material Properties and Behaviour,
Construction Management: Types of construction projects, Concrete – Constituents, Mix
Design, Short-Term and Long-Term Properties, Project Planning and Network Analysis –
PERT and CPM, Cost Estimation
Concrete Structures:
Bond and Development Length, Working Stress and Limit State Design Concepts,
Prestressed Concrete Beams, Design of Beams, Slabs, Columns
Steel Structures:
Connections – Simple And Eccentric, Beam-Column Connections, Plate Girders and Trusses,
Design Of Tension and Compression Members, Beams and Beam- Columns, Column Bases,
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 Working Stress And Limit State Design Concepts, Concept of Plastic Analysis -Beams And
Frames
Geotechnical Engineering
Soil Mechanics:
Principle Of Effective Stress And Quicksand Condition, Shear Strength, Mohr’s Circle,
Effective And Total Shear Strength Parameters, Stress-Strain Characteristics Of Clays And
Sand, Unified and Indian Standard Soil Classification System, Three-Phase System And
Phase Relationships, Index Properties, Compaction Of Soils, One- Dimensional
Consolidation, Time Rate Of Consolidation, Permeability – One Dimensional Flow, Seepage
Through Soils – Two – Dimensional Flow, Flow Nets, Uplift Pressure, Piping, Capillarity,
Seepage Force, Stress Paths

Foundation Engineering:
Deep Foundations – Dynamic And Static Formulae, Axial Load Capacity Of Piles In Sands
And Clays, Pile Load Test, Pile Under Lateral Loading, Pile Group Efficiency, Negative Skin
Friction, Sub-Surface Investigations – Drilling Bore Holes, Sampling, Plate Load Test,
Standard Penetration And Cone Penetration Tests, Combined Footing And Raft Foundation,
Contact Pressure, Pressure Bulbs, Shallow Foundations – Terzaghi’s And Meyerhoff’s
Bearing Capacity Theories, Effect Of Water Table, Stress Distribution In Soils Boussinesq’s
Theory, Earth Pressure Theories – Rankine And Coulomb; Stability Of Slopes – Finite And
Infinite Slopes, Bishop’s Method, Settlement Analysis In Sands And Clays
Water Resources Engineering
Fluid Mechanics:
Concept Of Boundary Layer and Its Growth, Continuity, Momentum And Energy Equations
And Their Applications, Flow In Pipes, Pipe Networks, Properties Of Fluids, Fluid Statics,
Potential Flow, Laminar And Turbulent Flow, Concept Of Lift And Drag
Hydraulics:
Dimensional analysis and hydraulic similitude, Forces on immersed bodies, Channel
Hydraulics – Energy-depth relationships, specific energy, critical flow, hydraulic jump,
uniform flow, gradually varied flow and water surface profiles, Flow measurement in
channels and pipes
Hydrology:
Application of Darcy’s Law, Hydrologic cycle, precipitation, evaporation, evapo
transpiration, watershed, infiltration, unit hydrographs, hydrograph analysis, reservoir
capacity, flood estimation and routing, surface runoff models, ground water hydrology –
steady state well hydraulics and aquifers
Irrigation:
Cross Drainage Structures, Gravity Dams and Spillways, Types Of Irrigation Systems and
Methods, Lined And Unlined Canals, Design Of Weirs On Permeable Foundation, Crop
Water Requirements – Duty, Delta, Evapotranspiration
Environmental Engineering
Water and Waste Water Quality & Treatment:
Basics of water quality standards – Physical, chemical and biological parameters, Water
Quality Index, Drinking Water Treatment, Sewerage System Design, Quantity Of Domestic
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 Wastewater, Primary Treatment and Secondary Treatment, Unit Processes And Operations,
Water Requirement, Effluent Discharge Standards, Sludge Disposal, Reuse Of Treated
Sewage For Different Applications, Water Distribution System
Air Pollution:
Types of Pollutants, Their Sources and Impacts, Air Quality Index and Limits, Air Quality
Standards, Air Pollution Control
Municipal Solid Wastes:
Engineered Systems for Solid Waste Management (Reuse/ Recycle, Energy Recovery,
Treatment and Disposal), Characteristics, Generation, Collection and Transportation Of Solid
Wastes
Transportation Engineering
Transportation Infrastructure:
Geometric Design of Railway Track – Speed and Cant, Geometric Design Of Highways –
Cross Sectional Elements, Sight Distances, Horizontal And Vertical Alignments, Taxiway
and Exit Taxiway Design, Concept Of Airport Runway Length, Calculations and Corrections
Highway Pavements:
Design Factors For Flexible And Rigid Pavements, Desirable Properties Of Bituminous
Paving Mixes, Highway Materials – Desirable Properties And Tests, Design Of Flexible And
Rigid Pavement Using IRC Codes
Traffic Engineering:
Traffic Studies on Flow and Speed, Peak Hour Factor, Accident Study, Statistical Analysis
of Traffic Data, Highway Capacity, Traffic Signs, Types of Intersections, Microscopic and
Macroscopic Parameters of Traffic Flow, Fundamental Relationships, Signal Design by
Webster’s Method
Geomatics Engineering
Basics of Remote Sensing and GIS, Errors and Their Adjustment, Principles of Surveying,
Traversing and Triangulation Survey, Total Station, Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing –
Scale, Flying Height, Horizontal and Vertical Curves, Distance And Angle Measurement –
Leveling And Trigonometric Leveling, Maps – Scale, Coordinate System

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 Electrical and Electronics Engineering

Part A: Research Methodology

1. Foundations of Research: Meaning, Objectives, Motivation, Utility. Concept of theory,
empiricism, deductive and inductive theory. Characteristics of scientific method –
Understanding the language of research – Concept, Construct, Definition, Variable.
Research Process
2. Problem Identification & Formulation – Research Question – Investigation Question –
Measurement Issues – Hypothesis – Qualities of a good Hypothesis –Null Hypothesis
& Alternative Hypothesis. Hypothesis Testing – Logic & Importance
3. Research Design: Concept and Importance in Research – Features of a good research
design – Exploratory Research Design – concept, types and uses, Descriptive Research
Designs – concept, types and uses. Experimental Design: Concept of Independent &
Dependent variables. (10%)
4. Qualitative and Quantitative Research: Qualitative research – Quantitative research –
Concept of measurement, causality, generalization, replication. Merging the two
approaches.
5. Measurement: Concept of measurement– what is measured? Problems in measurement
in research – Validity and Reliability. Levels of measurement – Nominal, Ordinal,
Interval, Ratio.
6. Sampling: Concepts of Statistical Population, Sample, Sampling Frame, Sampling
Error, Sample Size, Non-Response. Characteristics of a good sample. Probability
Sample – Simple Random Sample, Systematic Sample, Stratified Random Sample &
Multi-stage sampling. Determining size of the sample – Practical considerations in
sampling and sample size.
7. Data Analysis: Data Preparation – Univariate analysis (frequency tables, bar charts, pie
charts, percentages), Bivariate analysis – Cross tabulations and Chi-square test
including testing hypothesis of association.
8. Interpretation of Data and Paper Writing – Layout of a Research Paper, Journals in
Computer Science, Impact factor of Journals, When and where to publish ? Ethical
issues related to publishing, Plagiarism and Self-Plagiarism.
9. Use of Encyclopaedias, Research Guides, Handbook etc., Academic Databases for
Computer Science Discipline.
10. Use of tools / techniques for Research: methods to search required information
effectively, Reference Management Software like Zotero/Mendeley, Software for paper
formatting like LaTeX/MS Office, Software for detection of Plagiarism.
Part: B
Engineering Mathematics
Linear Algebra:
Eigenvectors, Systems of linear equations, Matrix Algebra, Eigenvalues
Calculus:
Theorems of Integral Calculus, Mean Value Theorems, Evaluation of Definite and Improper
Integrals, Maxima and Minima, Partial Derivatives, Multiple Integrals, Vector Identities,

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 Fourier Series, Directional Derivatives, Surface Integral, Line Integral, Volume Integral,
Stokes’s Theorem, Divergence Theorem, Gauss’s Theorem, Green’s Theorem
Differential equations:
Cauchy’s Equation, Higher-Order Linear Differential Equations with Constant Coefficients,
First-Order Equations (Linear and Nonlinear), Method of Variation of Parameters, Partial
Differential Equations, Initial And Boundary Value Problems, Euler’s Equation, Method Of
Separation Of Variables
Complex variables:
Solution Integrals, Cauchy’s Integral Theorem, Analytic Functions, Cauchy’s Integral
Formula, Laurent Series, Taylor Series, Residue Theorem
Probability and Statistics:
Conditional Probability, Sampling Theorems, Mean, Mode, Median, Standard Deviation,
Discrete and Continuous distributions, Random Variables, Poisson Distribution, Binomial
Distribution, Normal Distribution, Correlation Analysis, Regression Analysis
Electric circuits
Network elements:
Dependent Sources, R, L, C, M Elements, Ideal Voltage And Current Sources, Network
solution methods: KVL, KCL, Node And Mesh Analysis, Network Theorems: Thevenin’s,
Norton’s, Superposition and Maximum Power Transfer Theorem, Resonance, Transient
Response of dc & ac networks, Sinusoidal Steady-State Analysis, Balanced Three-Phase
Circuits, Two-Port Networks, Complex Power And Power Factor in ac circuits, Star-Delta
Transformation
Electromagnetic Fields
Electric Field Intensity, Coulomb’s Law, Electric Flux Density, Divergence, Gauss’s Law,
Electric field and potential due to point, line, plane and spherical charge distributions, Effect
Of Dielectric Medium, Biot-Savart’s Law, Capacitance Of Simple Configurations, Ampere’s
Law, Curl, Self And Mutual Inductance Of Simple Configurations, Lorentz Force,
Inductance, Faraday’s Law, Magnetomotive Force, Magnetic Circuits, Reluctance
Signals and Systems
Average Value Calculation for any General Periodic Waveform, Shifting and Scaling
Properties, Representation of Continuous and Discrete-Time Signals, Linear Time-Invariant
and Causal Systems, Laplace Transform and Z Transform, R.M.S. Value, Sampling Theorem,
Fourier Series Representation of Continuous and Discrete-Time Periodic Signals,
Applications of Fourier Transform for Continuous and Discrete-Time Signals
Electrical Machines
Single-phase transformer: Equivalent Circuit, Open Circuit And Short Circuit Tests, Phasor
Diagram, Regulation And Efficiency, Three-phase transformers: connections, vector groups,
parallel operation, Electromechanical Energy Conversion Principles, Auto-Transformer, DC
machines: separately excited, series and shunt, motoring and generating, mode of operation
and their characteristics, speed control of dc motors, Three-phase induction machines:
principle of operation, types, performance, torque-speed characteristics, no-load and blocked-
rotor tests, equivalent circuit, starting and speed control, Synchronous machines: cylindrical
and salient pole machines, performance and characteristics, regulation and parallel operation

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 of generators, starting of synchronous motors, Types of Losses And Efficiency Calculations
Of Electric Machines
Power Systems
Models And Performance Of Transmission Lines And Cables, Basic Concepts Of Electrical
Power Generation, Ac And Dc Transmission Concepts, Economic Load Dispatch (With And
Without Considering Transmission Losses), Electric Field Distribution And Insulators, Series
And Shunt Compensation, Distribution Systems, Bus Admittance Matrix, Per-Unit
Quantities, Gauss- Seidel And Newton-Raphson Load Flow Methods, Power Factor
Correction, Voltage And Frequency Control, Symmetrical Components, Principles of Over-
Current, Differential, Directional And Distance Protection, Symmetrical and Unsymmetrical
Fault Analysis, Circuit Breakers, System stability concepts, Equal Area Criterion
Control Systems
Feedback Principle, Mathematical Modelling and Representation Of Systems, Transfer
Function, Transient And Steady-State Analysis Of Linear Time-Invariant Systems, Block
Diagrams And Signal Flow Graphs, Stability Analysis Using Routh-Hurwitz And Nyquist
Criteria, Root Loci, Bode Plots, Lag, Lead And Lead-Lag Compensators, Solution Of State
Equations Of LTI Systems, P, PI And PID Controllers, State-Space Model
Electrical and Electronic Measurements
Measurement Of Voltage, Current, Power, Energy And Power Factor, Bridges And
Potentiometers, Instrument Transformers, Oscilloscopes, Error Analysis, Phase, Time and
Frequency measurement, Digital Voltmeters And Multimeters, Time And Frequency
Measurement
Analog and Digital Electronics
Simple diode circuits: Clamping, Clipping, Rectifiers, Amplifiers: Biasing, Equivalent
Circuit and Frequency Response, Oscillators And Feedback Amplifiers, Operational
amplifiers: characteristics and applications; single stage active filters, Active Filters: Sallen
Key, Butterwoth, VCOs and timers, combinatorial and sequential logic circuits, multiplexers,
demultiplexers, Schmitt triggers, sample and hold circuits, A/D and D/A converters.
Power Electronics
Static V-I characteristics and firing/gating circuits for Thyristor, MOSFET, IGBT; DC to DC
conversion, Buck, Boost And Buck-Boost Converters, Single and Three-Phase Configuration
Of Uncontrolled Rectifiers, Bidirectional ac to dc Voltage Source Converters, Voltage And
Current Commutated Thyristor Based Converters, Magnitude And Phase Of Line Current
Harmonics For Uncontrolled and Thyristor-Based Converters, Single-Phase And Three-
Phase Voltage And Current Source Inverters, Power Factor And Distortion Factor Of ac to
dc Converters, Sinusoidal Pulse Width Modulation

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 Mechanical Engineering

Part A: Research Methodology

1. Foundations of Research: Meaning, Objectives, Motivation, Utility. Concept of theory,
empiricism, deductive and inductive theory. Characteristics of scientific method –
Understanding the language of research – Concept, Construct, Definition, Variable.
Research Process
2. Problem Identification & Formulation – Research Question – Investigation Question –
Measurement Issues – Hypothesis – Qualities of a good Hypothesis –Null Hypothesis
& Alternative Hypothesis. Hypothesis Testing – Logic & Importance
3. Research Design: Concept and Importance in Research – Features of a good research
design – Exploratory Research Design – concept, types and uses, Descriptive Research
Designs – concept, types and uses. Experimental Design: Concept of Independent &
Dependent variables. (10%)
4. Qualitative and Quantitative Research: Qualitative research – Quantitative research –
Concept of measurement, causality, generalization, replication. Merging the two
approaches.
5. Measurement: Concept of measurement– what is measured? Problems in measurement
in research – Validity and Reliability. Levels of measurement – Nominal, Ordinal,
Interval, Ratio.
6. Sampling: Concepts of Statistical Population, Sample, Sampling Frame, Sampling
Error, Sample Size, Non-Response. Characteristics of a good sample. Probability
Sample – Simple Random Sample, Systematic Sample, Stratified Random Sample &
Multi-stage sampling. Determining size of the sample – Practical considerations in
sampling and sample size.
7. Data Analysis: Data Preparation – Univariate analysis (frequency tables, bar charts, pie
charts, percentages), Bivariate analysis – Cross tabulations and Chi-square test
including testing hypothesis of association.
8. Interpretation of Data and Paper Writing – Layout of a Research Paper, Journals in
Computer Science, Impact factor of Journals, When and where to publish ? Ethical
issues related to publishing, Plagiarism and Self-Plagiarism.
9. Use of Encyclopaedias, Research Guides, Handbook etc., Academic Databases for
Computer Science Discipline.
10. Use of tools / techniques for Research: methods to search required information
effectively, Reference Management Software like Zotero/Mendeley, Software for paper
formatting like LaTeX/MS Office, Software for detection of Plagiarism.
Part: B
Engineering Mathematics
Linear Algebra:
Systems of Linear Equations, Matrix Algebra, Eigenvalues and Eigenvectors
Calculus:
Limit, Functions Of A Single Variable, Continuity and Differentiability, Indeterminate
Forms, Mean Value Theorems, Evaluation Of Definite And Improper Integrals, Taylor Series

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 (In One And Two Variables), Partial Derivatives, Double And Triple Integrals, Total
Derivative, Fourier Series, Maxima and Minima, Gradient, Divergence and Curl, Directional
Derivatives, Vector Identities, Line, Surface and Volume Integrals, Applications Of Gauss
Theorem, Stokes, and Green’s Theorems
Differential equations:
Initial and Boundary Value Problems, Higher-Order Linear Differential Equations With
Constant Coefficients, First-Order Equations (Linear And Nonlinear), Euler-Cauchy
Equation, Laplace Transforms, Solutions of heat, wave and Laplace’s equations
Complex variables:
Taylor and Laurent Series, Cauchy-Riemann Equations, Analytic Functions, Cauchy’s
Integral Theorem and Integral Formula
Probability and Statistics:
Definitions of Probability, Sampling Theorems, Conditional Probability, Median, Mean,
Mode, and Random Variables, Binomial, Poisson and Normal Distributions
Numerical Methods:
Integration by Trapezoidal and Simpson’s Rules, Numerical Solutions of Linear and Non-
Linear Algebraic Equations, Single and Multi-Step Methods for Differential Equations

Applied Mechanics and Design

Engineering Mechanics:
Friction And Its Applications Including Rolling Friction, Free-Body Diagrams and
Equilibrium, Screw Jack, Brakes, Belt-Pulley, Clutches, Vehicles, Wedge, Trusses and
Frames, Virtual Work, Impulse And Momentum (Linear and Angular) and Energy
Formulations, Kinematics And Dynamics Of Rigid Bodies in Plane Motion, Lagrange’s
Equation
Mechanics of Materials:
Thin Cylinders, Elastic Constants, Stress and Strain, Poisson’s Ratio, Mohr’s Circle For Plane
Stress And Plane Strain, Bending and Shear Stresses, Shear Force And Bending Moment
Diagrams, Deflection Of Beams, Concept Of Shear Centre, Euler’s Theory Of Columns,
Torsion Of Circular Shafts, Thermal Stresses, Energy Methods, Testing Of Materials With
Universal Testing Machine, Strain Gauges and Rosettes, Testing Of Hardness and Impact
Strength
Theory of Machines:
Velocity and Acceleration Analysis of Plane Mechanisms, Dynamic Analysis of Linkages,
Displacement, Cams, Gears and Gear Trains, Flywheels and Governors, Gyroscope,
Balancing of Reciprocating and Rotating Masses
Vibrations:
Resonance, Effect of Damping, Free and Forced Vibration of Single Degree of Freedom
Systems, Vibration Isolation, Critical Speeds of Shafts
Machine Design:
Failure Theories, Design For Static and Dynamic Loading, Principles Of The Design of
Machine Elements Such As Bolted, Riveted And Welded Joints, Fatigue Strength and the S-
N Diagram, Gears, Shafts, Brakes and Clutches, Rolling and Sliding Contact Bearings,
Springs
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 Fluid Mechanics and Thermal Sciences
Fluid Mechanics:
Fluid Statics, Fluid Properties, Stability Of Floating Bodies, Forces On Submerged Bodies,
Control-Volume Analysis of Mass, Momentum And Energy, Differential Equations of
Continuity and Momentum, Fluid Acceleration, Dimensional Analysis, Bernoulli’s Equation,
Boundary-Layer, Viscous Flow of Incompressible Fluids, Flow through Pipes, Elementary
Turbulent Flow, Head Losses in Pipes, Bends and Fittings, Basics of Compressible Fluid
Flow
Heat-Transfer:
One Dimensional Heat Conduction, Modes of Heat Transfer, Heat Transfer Through Fins,
Resistance Concept and Electrical Analogy, Lumped Parameter System, Unsteady Heat
Conduction, Thermal Boundary Layer, Heisler’s Charts, Heat Transfer Correlations For Flow
Over Flat Plates and through Pipes, Dimensionless Parameters In Free and Forced Convective
Heat Transfer, Heat Exchanger Performance, Effect of Turbulence, Radiative Heat Transfer,
LMTD and NTU methods, Wien’s Displacement Law, Stefan- Boltzmann Law, View
Factors, Black and Grey Surfaces, Radiation Network Analysis
Thermodynamics:
Properties Of Pure Substances, Behaviour of Ideal And Real Gases, Zeroth and First Laws
Of Thermodynamics, Second Law of Thermodynamics, Availability and Irreversibility,
Thermodynamic Systems and Processes, Thermodynamic Property Charts and Tables,
Calculation of Work And Heat in Various Processes, Thermodynamic Relations
Applications:
Power Engineering: Vapour And Gas Power Cycles, Air and Gas Compressors, Concepts of
Regeneration and Reheat, I.C. Engines: Diesel and dual cycles, Air-standard Otto,
Refrigeration and air-conditioning: Basic Psychrometric Processes, Properties of Moist Air,
Vapour and Gas Refrigeration and Heat Pump Cycles, Psychrometric Chart,
Turbomachinery: Impulse and reaction principles, velocity diagrams, Pelton-wheel, Francis
and Kaplan turbines; steam and gas turbines
Materials, Manufacturing, and Industrial Engineering &Engineering Materials:
Stress-Strain Diagrams for Engineering Materials, Phase Diagrams, Structure and Properties
of Engineering Materials, Heat Treatment
Casting, Forming and Joining Processes:
Solidification And Cooling, Riser And Gating Design, Design of Patterns, Molds and Cores,
Different Types of Castings, Fundamentals of Hot and Cold Working Processes, Plastic
Deformation and Yield Criteria, Principles of Powder Metallurgy, Load Estimation For Bulk
(Forging, Extrusion, Rolling, Drawing) and Sheet (Shearing, Deep Drawing, Bending) Metal
Forming Processes, Principles of Welding, Soldering, Brazing, and Adhesive Bonding
Machining and Machine Tool Operations:
Basic Machine Tools, Mechanics of Machining, Single and Multi-Point Cutting Tools, Tool
Life And Wear, Tool Geometry and Materials, Economics of Machining, Principles of Work
Holding, Jigs and Fixtures, Principles of Non-Traditional Machining Processes, Abrasive
Machining Processes, NC/CNC machines and CNC programming

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 Metrology and Inspection:
Interferometry, Linear and Angular Measurements, Limits, Fits and Tolerances, Comparators,
Alignment and Testing Methods, Form and Finish Measurement, Concepts of Coordinate-
Measuring Machine (CMM), Tolerance Analysis in Manufacturing and Assembly
Computer Integrated Manufacturing:
Additive Manufacturing, Basic concepts of CAD/CAM and their Integration Tools
Production Planning and Control:
Materials Requirement Planning, Aggre Production Planning, Forecasting Models, Scheduling,
Lean Manufacturing
Inventory Control:
Safety Stock Inventory Control Systems, Deterministic Models
Operations Research:
Simplex Method, Linear Programming, Transportation, Assignment, Simple Queuing Models,
Network Flow Models, PERT and CPM

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 Electronics & Communication Engineering

Part A: Research Methodology

1. Foundations of Research: Meaning, Objectives, Motivation, Utility. Concept of theory,
empiricism, deductive and inductive theory. Characteristics of scientific method –
Understanding the language of research – Concept, Construct, Definition, Variable.
Research Process
2. Problem Identification & Formulation – Research Question – Investigation Question –
Measurement Issues – Hypothesis – Qualities of a good Hypothesis –Null Hypothesis
& Alternative Hypothesis. Hypothesis Testing – Logic & Importance
3. Research Design: Concept and Importance in Research – Features of a good research
design – Exploratory Research Design – concept, types and uses, Descriptive Research
Designs – concept, types and uses. Experimental Design: Concept of Independent &
Dependent variables. (10%)
4. Qualitative and Quantitative Research: Qualitative research – Quantitative research –
Concept of measurement, causality, generalization, replication. Merging the two
approaches.
5. Measurement: Concept of measurement– what is measured? Problems in measurement
in research – Validity and Reliability. Levels of measurement – Nominal, Ordinal,
Interval, Ratio.
6. Sampling: Concepts of Statistical Population, Sample, Sampling Frame, Sampling
Error, Sample Size, Non-Response. Characteristics of a good sample. Probability
Sample – Simple Random Sample, Systematic Sample, Stratified Random Sample &
Multi-stage sampling. Determining size of the sample – Practical considerations in
sampling and sample size.
7. Data Analysis: Data Preparation – Univariate analysis (frequency tables, bar charts, pie
charts, percentages), Bivariate analysis – Cross tabulations and Chi-square test
including testing hypothesis of association.
8. Interpretation of Data and Paper Writing – Layout of a Research Paper, Journals in
Computer Science, Impact factor of Journals, When and where to publish ? Ethical
issues related to publishing, Plagiarism and Self-Plagiarism.
9. Use of Encyclopaedias, Research Guides, Handbook etc., Academic Databases for
Computer Science Discipline.
10. Use of tools / techniques for Research: methods to search required information
effectively, Reference Management Software like Zotero/Mendeley, Software for paper
formatting like LaTeX/MS Office, Software for detection of Plagiarism.
Part: B
Engineering Mathematics
Linear Algebra:
Basis, Vector Space, Matrix Algebra, Linear Dependence and Independence Rank,
Eigenvalues and Eigenvectors, Solution of Linear Equations- Existence and Uniqueness

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 Calculus:
Partial Derivatives, Theorems Of Integral Calculus, Mean Value Theorems, Evaluation Of
Definite And Improper Integrals, Line, Surface And Volume Integrals, Maxima And Minima,
Multiple Integrals, Taylor Series
Differential Equations:
Higher-Order Linear Differential Equations, First-Order Equations (Linear and Nonlinear)
Cauchy’s And Euler’s Equations, Variable Separable Method, Complementary Function and
Particular Integral, Methods of Solution Using Variation of Parameters, Partial Differential
Equations, Initial and Boundary Value Problems
Vector Analysis:
Divergence and Curl, Vector Operations, Vectors in Plane and Space, Gradient, Green’s and
Stokes’ Theorems, Gauss’s Theorem
Complex Analysis:
Series, Cauchy’s Integral Theorem, Analytic Functions, Cauchy’s Integral Formula
Sequences, Taylor and Laurent Series, Convergence Tests, Residue Theorem
Probability and Statistics:
Median, Mean, Mode, Standard Deviation, Probability Distributions, Combinatorial
Probability, Poisson Distribution, Binomial Distribution, Normal Distribution, Exponential
Distribution, Joint and Conditional Probability
Networks, Signals and Systems Circuit Analysis
Thevenin’s Theorem, Node and Mesh Analysis, Circuit Analysis, Superposition, Reciprocity,
Norton’s Theorem, Sinusoidal steady-state analysis: Complex Power, Maximum Power
Transfer, Time and frequency domain analysis of linear circuits: RL, RC And RLC Circuits,
Solution Of Network Equations Using Laplace Transform, Linear 2-port network parameters,
wye-delta transformation.
Continuous-time signals:
Sampling Theorem and Applications, Fourier series and Fourier Transform
Discrete-time signals:
DTFT, DFT, z-transform, discrete-time processing of continuous-time signals, LTI systems:
Definition and Properties, Stability, Causality, Impulse Response, Convolution, Poles and
Zeroes, Group Delay, Frequency Response, Phase Delay
Electronic Devices
Equilibrium Carrier Concentration, Energy Bands in Intrinsic and Extrinsic Semiconductors,
Direct and Indirect Band-Gap Semiconductors
Carrier transport:
Drift Current, Diffusion Current, Mobility and Resistivity, Zener Diode, Poisson and
Continuity Equations, Generation And Recombination of Carriers, P-N Junction, Photo Diode
and Solar Cell, BJT, MOS Capacitor, LED, MOSFET
Analog Circuits
Diode circuits:
Clamping, Clipping, and Rectifiers
BJT and MOSFET amplifiers:
AC Coupling, Biasing, Small-Signal Analysis, Current Mirrors and Differential Amplifiers,
Frequency Response
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 Op-amp circuits:
Integrators, summers, Amplifiers, Differentiators, Schmitt Triggers and Oscillators, Active
Filters

Digital Circuits
Number representations:
Binary, integer and floating-point- numbers, Combinatorial circuits: Arithmetic Circuits,
Minimization of Functions Using Boolean Identities and Karnaugh Map, Boolean Algebra,
Logic Gates and Their Static CMOS Implementations, Multiplexers, Code Converters,
Decoders
Sequential circuits:
Finite State Machines, Counters, Latches and Flip-Flops, Shift-Registers, Setup and Hold
Time, Propagation Delay, Critical Path Delay
Data converters:
Sample and Hold Circuits, ADCs & DACs
Semiconductor memories:
SRAM, ROM, DRAM
Computer organization:
Machine Instructions and Addressing Modes, Data-Path and Control Unit, ALU, Instruction
Pipelining
Control Systems
Feedback Principle, Basic Control System Components, Transfer Function, Signal Flow
Graph, Block Diagram Representation, Transient and Steady-State Analysis of LTI Systems,
State Variable Model and Solution Of State Equation Of LTI Systems, Routh-Hurwitz And
Nyquist Stability Criteria, Frequency Response, Bode and Root-Locus Plots, Lag, Lead And
Lag Lead Compensation
Communications
Random processes:
Properties of White Noise, Autocorrelation and Power Spectral Density, Filtering of Random
Signals through LTI Systems
Analog communications:
Superheterodyne Receivers, Angle Modulation and Demodulation, Amplitude Modulation
and Demodulation, Spectra of AM and FM
Information theory:
Mutual Information and Channel Capacity Theorem, Entropy
Digital communications:
DPCM, PCM, Digital Modulation Schemes (ASK, PSK, FSK, QAM), Inter-Symbol
Interference, Bandwidth, MAP, Matched Filter Receiver, ML Detection, Hamming Codes,
Fundamentals Of Error Correction, SNR and BER, CRC
Electromagnetics
Maxwell’s equations:
Poynting Vector, Boundary Conditions, Differential and Integral Forms and Their
Interpretation, Wave Equation

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 Plane waves and properties:
Propagation through Various Media, Polarization, Reflection and Refraction, Phase an,
Group Velocity, Skin Depth
Transmission lines:
Characteristic Impedance, Equations, Impedance Matching, S-Parameters, Impedance
Transformation, Smith Chart, Linear Antenna Arrays, Light Propagation in Optical Fibers,
Rectangular and Circular Waveguides, Dipole and Monopole Antennas

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 Computer Science and Engineering

Part A: Research Methodology

1. Foundations of Research: Meaning, Objectives, Motivation, Utility. Concept of theory,

empiricism, deductive and inductive theory. Characteristics of scientific method –
Understanding the language of research – Concept, Construct, Definition, Variable.
Research Process
2. Problem Identification & Formulation – Research Question – Investigation Question –
Measurement Issues – Hypothesis – Qualities of a good Hypothesis –Null Hypothesis
& Alternative Hypothesis. Hypothesis Testing – Logic & Importance
3. Research Design: Concept and Importance in Research – Features of a good research
design – Exploratory Research Design – concept, types and uses, Descriptive Research
Designs – concept, types and uses. Experimental Design: Concept of Independent &
Dependent variables. (10%)
4. Qualitative and Quantitative Research: Qualitative research – Quantitative research –
Concept of measurement, causality, generalization, replication. Merging the two
approaches.
5. Measurement: Concept of measurement– what is measured? Problems in measurement
in research – Validity and Reliability. Levels of measurement – Nominal, Ordinal,
Interval, Ratio.
6. Sampling: Concepts of Statistical Population, Sample, Sampling Frame, Sampling
Error, Sample Size, Non-Response. Characteristics of a good sample. Probability
Sample – Simple Random Sample, Systematic Sample, Stratified Random Sample &
Multi-stage sampling. Determining size of the sample – Practical considerations in
sampling and sample size.
7. Data Analysis: Data Preparation – Univariate analysis (frequency tables, bar charts, pie
charts, percentages), Bivariate analysis – Cross tabulations and Chi-square test
including testing hypothesis of association.
8. Interpretation of Data and Paper Writing – Layout of a Research Paper, Journals in
Computer Science, Impact factor of Journals, When and where to publish ? Ethical
issues related to publishing, Plagiarism and Self-Plagiarism.
9. Use of Encyclopaedias, Research Guides, Handbook etc., Academic Databases for
Computer Science Discipline.
10. Use of tools / techniques for Research: methods to search required information
effectively, Reference Management Software like Zotero/Mendeley, Software for paper
formatting like LaTeX/MS Office, Software for detection of Plagiarism.
Part: B
Engineering Mathematics
Discrete Mathematics:
Graphs: connectivity, matching, coloring, Combinatorics: counting, recurrence relations,
generating functions, Propositional and First Order Logic, Monoids, Groups, Sets,
Relations, Functions, Partial Orders and Lattices

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 Linear Algebra:
Matrices, System of Linear Equations, Determinants, LU Decomposition, Eigenvalues and
Eigenvectors
Calculus:
Maxima and Minima, Integration, Mean Value Theorem, Limits, Continuity and
Differentiability
Probability and Statistics:
Mean, Median, Mode and Standard Deviation, Conditional Probability and Bayes Theorem,
Uniform, Normal, Exponential, Poisson and Binomial Distributions, Random Variables
Digital Logic:
Boolean algebra, Number Representations and Computer Arithmetic (Fixed and Floating
Point), Minimization, Combinational and Sequential Circuits
Computer Organization and Architecture:
I/O Interface (Interrupt and DMA Mode), ALU, Data-Path and Control Unit, Memory
Hierarchy: Cache, Main Memory and Secondary Storage, Machine Instructions and
Addressing Modes, Instruction Pipelining, Pipeline Hazards
Programming and Data Structures:
Recursion, Programming in C, Arrays, Stacks, Queues, Linked Lists, Trees, Binary Search
Trees, Binary Heaps, Graphs
Algorithms:
Algorithm Design Techniques: Greedy, Dynamic Programming And Divide-And-Conquer,
Graph Traversals, Minimum Spanning Trees, Shortest Paths, Searching, Sorting, Hashing,
Asymptotic Worst Case Time And Space Complexity
Theory of Computation:
Turing Machines and Undecidability, Regular Expressions and Finite Automata, Regular
and Context-free Languages, Pumping Lemma, Context-free Grammars and Push-down
Automata
Compiler Design:
Runtime Environments, Lexical Analysis, Parsing, Syntax-Directed Translation, Local
Optimisation, Data Flow Analyses: Constant Propagation, Liveness Analysis, Common
Subexpression Elimination, Intermediate Code Generation
Section 8: Operating System:
File Systems, System Calls, Processes, Threads, Inter-Process Communication,
Concurrency and Synchronization, Deadlock, Memory Management and Virtual Memory,
CPU and I/O Scheduling
Databases:
Integrity Constraints, Normal Forms, ER-Model, Transactions and Concurrency Control,
File Organization, Indexing (E.g., B and B+ Trees), Relational Model: Relational Algebra,
Tuple Calculus, SQL
Computer Networks:
Fragmentation and IP Addressing, IPv4, CIDR Notation, Basics Of IP Support Protocols
(ARP, DHCP, ICMP), Network Address Translation (NAT), Basics Of Packet, Circuit And
Virtual Circuit-Switching, Transport Layer: Flow Control And Congestion Control, UDP,
TCP, Sockets, Routing Protocols: Shortest Path, Flooding, Distance Vector And Link State
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 Routing, Concept Of Layering: OSI And TCP/IP Protocol Stacks, Application Layer
Protocols: DNS, SMTP, HTTP, FTP, Email, Data Link Layer: Framing, Error Detection,
Medium Access Control, Ethernet Bridging

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 Mining Engineering

Part A: Research Methodology

1. Foundations of Research: Meaning, Objectives, Motivation, Utility. Concept of theory,
empiricism, deductive and inductive theory. Characteristics of scientific method –
Understanding the language of research – Concept, Construct, Definition, Variable.
Research Process
2. Problem Identification & Formulation – Research Question – Investigation Question –
Measurement Issues – Hypothesis – Qualities of a good Hypothesis –Null Hypothesis
& Alternative Hypothesis. Hypothesis Testing – Logic & Importance
3. Research Design: Concept and Importance in Research – Features of a good research
design – Exploratory Research Design – concept, types and uses, Descriptive Research
Designs – concept, types and uses. Experimental Design: Concept of Independent &
Dependent variables. (10%)
4. Qualitative and Quantitative Research: Qualitative research – Quantitative research –
Concept of measurement, causality, generalization, replication. Merging the two
approaches.
5. Measurement: Concept of measurement– what is measured? Problems in measurement
in research – Validity and Reliability. Levels of measurement – Nominal, Ordinal,
Interval, Ratio.
6. Sampling: Concepts of Statistical Population, Sample, Sampling Frame, Sampling
Error, Sample Size, Non-Response. Characteristics of a good sample. Probability
Sample – Simple Random Sample, Systematic Sample, Stratified Random Sample &
Multi-stage sampling. Determining size of the sample – Practical considerations in
sampling and sample size.
7. Data Analysis: Data Preparation – Univariate analysis (frequency tables, bar charts, pie
charts, percentages), Bivariate analysis – Cross tabulations and Chi-square test
including testing hypothesis of association.
8. Interpretation of Data and Paper Writing – Layout of a Research Paper, Journals in
Computer Science, Impact factor of Journals, When and where to publish ? Ethical
issues related to publishing, Plagiarism and Self-Plagiarism.
9. Use of Encyclopaedias, Research Guides, Handbook etc., Academic Databases for
Computer Science Discipline.
10. Use of tools / techniques for Research: methods to search required information
effectively, Reference Management Software like Zotero/Mendeley, Software for paper
formatting like LaTeX/MS Office, Software for detection of Plagiarism.
Part:B
Engineering Mathematics
Linear Algebra:
Matrices and Determinants, Systems of linear equations, Inverse and Rank of matrix,
Cayley-Hamilton Theorem, Eigenvalues and Eigenvectors

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 Calculus:
Sequences and series, Taylor’s theorem, Limit, continuity and differentiability, Fourier
series, Partial Derivatives, Indeterminate forms and L’ Hospital’s rule, Mean value
theorems, Maxima and minima, Test for convergence
Vector Calculus:
Gradient, Line, Divergence and Curl, Stokes, Gauss and Green’s theorems, Surface and
volume integrals
Differential Equations:
Linear and non-linear first order ODEs, Cauchy’s and Euler’s equations, Higher order linear
ODEs with constant coefficients
Probability and Statistics:
Measures of central tendency and dispersion, Correlation and regression analysis,
Hypothesis testing, Binomial, Poisson, exponential and normal distributions
Numerical Methods:
Solutions of linear algebraic equations, Integration of trapezoidal and Simpson’s rule,
Interpolation, Single and multi-step methods for differential equations
Mining Geology, Mine Development and Surveying
Mining Geology:
Minerals, Rocks and their Origin, Classification, Structural Geology, Ore Genesis
Mine Development:
Methods of access to deposits, Drilling method and machines, Underground drivages, Rock-
Tool Interaction applicable to mechanical cutting systems and their selection, Explosives
and energetics, blasting devices, blast design practices
Mine Surveying:
Levels and levelling, theodolite, tacheometry, triangulation, Errors and adjustments,
Contouring, Underground surveying, Photogrammetry, EDM, Total Station, GPS, Basics of
GIS and remote sensing, Correlation, Curves
Geomechanics and Ground Control
Engineering Mechanics:
Equivalent force systems, two dimensional frames and trusses, Equations of equilibrium,
Friction forces, Particle kinematics and dynamics, free body diagrams, Beam analysis
Geomechanics:
Geo-technical properties of rocks, Instrumentation and in-situ stress measurement
techniques, Rock mass classification, Ground vibrations, Stress distribution around mine
openings, Slope stability, Theories of rock failure, Subsidence
Ground Control:
Design of pillars, Mine filling, Roof supporting systems, Strata Control and Monitoring Plan
Mining Methods and Machinery
Mining Methods:
Surface mining: layout, development, loading, transportation and mechanization,
continuous surface mining systems; highwall mining; Underground coal mining: bord and
pillar systems, room and pillar mining, longwall mining, thick seam mining methods,
Underground metal mining: open, supported and caved stoping methods, stope
mechanization, ore handling systems.
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 Mining Machinery:
Generation and transmission of mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic power; Materials
handling: wire ropes, haulages, conveyors, face and development machinery, hoisting
systems, pumps; comminution methods and machinery.
Surface Environment, Mine Ventilation and Underground Hazards
Surface Environment:
Air, water and soil pollution: Standards of quality, causes and dispersion of contamination
and control; Noise pollution and control; Land reclamation; EIA
Mine Ventilation:
Underground atmosphere; Heat load sources and thermal environment, air cooling;
Mechanics of airflow, distribution, natural and mechanical ventilation; Mine fans and usage;
Auxiliary ventilation; Ventilation survey and planning; Ventilation networks.
Underground Hazards:
Mine Gases, Methane drainage, Rescue apparatus and practices, Underground hazards from
fires, explosions, dust and inundation, Accident data analysis, Assessment, Mine legislation,
Occupational health and safety, Safety management plan, Mine lighting
Mineral Economics, Mine Planning, Systems Engineering
Mineral Economics:
Mineral resource classification, Mine valuation, discounted cash flow analysis, Mineral
taxation
Mine Planning:
Sampling methods, practices and interpretation; Reserve estimation techniques: Basics of
geostatistics and quality control; Optimization of facility location; Mine planning and its
components, Determination of mine size and mine life; Ultimate pit configuration and its
determination, Optimum mill cut-off grade and its determination, Stope planning, Design
of haul road, Selection of mining system vis-à-vis equipment system.
Systems Engineering:
Concepts of reliability; Reliability of simple systems; Maintainability and availability;
Linear programming, transportation and assignment problems; Network analysis; Inventory
models; Queuing theory; Decision trees.

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 Petroleum Engineering

Part A: Research Methodology

1. Foundations of Research: Meaning, Objectives, Motivation, Utility. Concept of theory,
empiricism, deductive and inductive theory. Characteristics of scientific method –
Understanding the language of research – Concept, Construct, Definition, Variable.
Research Process
2. Problem Identification & Formulation – Research Question – Investigation Question –
Measurement Issues – Hypothesis – Qualities of a good Hypothesis –Null Hypothesis
& Alternative Hypothesis. Hypothesis Testing – Logic & Importance
3. Research Design: Concept and Importance in Research – Features of a good research
design – Exploratory Research Design – concept, types and uses, Descriptive Research
Designs – concept, types and uses. Experimental Design: Concept of Independent &
Dependent variables. (10%)
4. Qualitative and Quantitative Research: Qualitative research – Quantitative research –
Concept of measurement, causality, generalization, replication. Merging the two
approaches.
5. Measurement: Concept of measurement– what is measured? Problems in measurement
in research – Validity and Reliability. Levels of measurement – Nominal, Ordinal,
Interval, Ratio.
6. Sampling: Concepts of Statistical Population, Sample, Sampling Frame, Sampling
Error, Sample Size, Non-Response. Characteristics of a good sample. Probability
Sample – Simple Random Sample, Systematic Sample, Stratified Random Sample &
Multi-stage sampling. Determining size of the sample – Practical considerations in
sampling and sample size.
7. Data Analysis: Data Preparation – Univariate analysis (frequency tables, bar charts, pie
charts, percentages), Bivariate analysis – Cross tabulations and Chi-square test
including testing hypothesis of association.
8. Interpretation of Data and Paper Writing – Layout of a Research Paper, Journals in
Computer Science, Impact factor of Journals, When and where to publish ? Ethical
issues related to publishing, Plagiarism and Self-Plagiarism.
9. Use of Encyclopaedias, Research Guides, Handbook etc., Academic Databases for
Computer Science Discipline.
10. Use of tools / techniques for Research: methods to search required information
effectively, Reference Management Software like Zotero/Mendeley, Software for paper
formatting like LaTeX/MS Office, Software for detection of Plagiarism.
Part:B
Linear Algebra:
Matrix Algebra, Eigen Values and Eigenvectors, Systems of Linear Equations
Calculus:
Functions Of Single Variable, Total Derivative, Taylor Series, Mean Value Theorems,
Limit, Continuity And Differentiability , Partial Derivatives, Directional Derivatives,
Maxima And Minima, Vector Identities, Line, Surface And Volume Integrals, Gradient,

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 Divergence And Curl, Evaluation Of Definite And Improper Integrals, Stokes, Gauss And
Green’s Theorems
Differential equations:
First Order Equations (Linear and Nonlinear), Initial and Boundary Value Problems, Higher
Order Linear Differential Equations with Constant Coefficients, Cauchy’s And Euler’s
Equations, Solutions of One Dimensional Heat and Wave Equations and Laplace Equation,
Laplace Transforms
Complex variables:
Polar Form of Complex Number, Complex Number, Triangle Inequality
Probability and Statistics:
Normal and Binomial Distributions, Definitions of Probability and Sampling Theorems
Poisson, Random Variables, Mean, Median, Mode and Standard Deviation, Conditional
Probability, Linear Regression Analysis
Numerical Methods:
Integration by Trapezoidal and Simpson’s Rule, Numerical Solutions of Linear and Non-
Linear Algebraic Equations, Single and Multi-Step Methods for Numerical Solution of
Differential Equations
Petroleum Exploration:
Origin, Migration and Accumulation of Petroleum, Classification and Description of Some
Common Rocks with Special Reference to Clastic and Non Clastic Reservoir Rocks,
Petroleum Exploration Methods
Oil and Gas Well Drilling Technology:
Drill String & Casing String Function, Operations, Selection & Design, Drilling Method ,
Application Of Horizontal, Multilateral, Extended Reach, Slim Wells, Drilling Fluids
Function And Properties, Drilling Fluid Maintenance Equipment, Directional Drilling
Tools , Drill Bit Types And Their Applications, Well Planning, Drilling Rigs Rig Operating
Systems, Drilling Problems, Their Control & Remedies, Directional Survey, Oil & Gas Well
Cementing Operations
Reservoir Engineering:
Reservoir Drives, Drive Mechanics and Recovery Factors, Coring and Core Analysis, Water
And Gas Coning, Reserve Estimation & Techniques, Flow of Fluids Through Porous Media,
Phase behavior of Hydrocarbon System, Reservoir Pressure Measurements, Reservoir Fluid
Properties, petrophysical Properties Of Reservoir Rocks
Petroleum Production Operations:
Well Equipment, Pressure Vessels, Storage Tanks, Shell And Tube Heat Exchangers,
Pumps And Compressors, LNG Value Chain, Well Completion Techniques, Artificial lift
techniques, Formation Damage, Metering And Measurements Of Oil & Gas, Workover &
Completion Fluids, Well Servicing & Workover Operations, Multiphase Flow In Tubing
And Flow-Lines, Well Production Problems And Mitigation, Field Processing Of Oil &
Gas, Storage and, Transportation Of Petroleum And Petroleum Products, Production
Testing, Production System Analysis & Optimization, Multiphase Flow In Tubing And
Flow-Lines, Nodal System Analysis & Well Stimulation Techniques

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 Offshore Drilling and Production Practices:
Use Of Conductors And Risers, Deep Water Applications Of Subsea Technology, Offshore
Drilling From Fixed Platform, Jack-Up, Ships And Semi Submersibles, Offshore Well
Completion, Offshore Fixed Platforms, Offshore Mobile Units, Station Keeping Methods
Like Mooring Dynamic Positioning System, Offshore Oil And Gas Operations & Ocean
Environment, Offshore production: Oil processing platforms, water injection platforms,
storage, SPM and SBM transportation and utilities, Deep water drilling rig, Deep water
production system, Emerging deep water technologies
Petroleum Formation Evaluation:
Standard Log Interpretation Methods, Evaluation Of CBL/VDL, USIT, SFT, RFT, Cross-
Plotting Methods, Special Type Of Logging Tools, Evaluation Of Petrophysical Of Sub-
Surface Formations: Principles Applications, Advantages And Disadvantages Of SP,
Resistivity, Radioactive, Acoustic Logs And Types Of Tools Used, Casing Inspection Tools
(Principles, Applications And Limitations), Formations Micro Scanner (FMS), NMR
Logging Principles, Production Logging Tools, Principles, Limitations And Applications
Oil and Gas Well Testing:
Injection Well Testing, Interference Testing, Pulse Testing, Well-Test Analysis By Use Of
Type Curves, Radius Of Investigation, Principle Of Superposition, Gas Well Testing
Multilayer Reservoirs, Drill Stem Testing, Pressure Transient Tests: Drawdown And Build
Up-Test Analysis, Diffusivity Equation, Derivation & Solutions, Wellbore Effects, Multiple
Well Testing Horner’s Approximation
Health Safety and Environment in Petroleum Industry:
Offshore Oil Spill and Oil Spill Control, Health Hazards in Petroleum Industry: Toxicity,
Physiological, Asphyxiation, Respiratory and Skin Effect of Petroleum Hydrocarbons, Sour
Gasses, Safety System: Manual & Automatic Shutdown System, Blow down Systems. Fire
Detection and Suppression Systems, Personal Protection System & Measures, Waste
Treatment Methods, Environment: Environment Concepts, Impact on Ecosystem, Air,
Water and Soil, Disaster & Crisis Management in Petroleum Industry, Gas Detection
System, Offshore Environmental Studies, the Impact of Drilling & Production Operations
On The Environment, Environmental Transport Of Petroleum Wastes, HSE Policies
Enhanced Oil Recovery Techniques:
Macroscopic and Microscopic Displacement Efficiency, Basic Principles and Mechanism
of EOR, Screening Of EOR Process, EOR Methods: Chemical Flooding, Miscible Flooding,
Thermal Recoveries (Steam Stimulation, Hot Water & Steam Flooding, In-Situ
Combustion), Microbial EOR, Concept of Pattern Flooding, Recovery Efficiency,
Permeability Heterogeneity
Latest trends in Petroleum Engineering:
Coal Bed Methane, Shale Gas, Oil Shale, Gas Hydrate, and Heavy Oil

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 Agricultural Engineering

Part A: Research Methodology

1. Foundations of Research: Meaning, Objectives, Motivation, Utility. Concept of theory,
empiricism, deductive and inductive theory. Characteristics of scientific method –
Understanding the language of research – Concept, Construct, Definition, Variable.
Research Process
2. Problem Identification & Formulation – Research Question – Investigation Question –
Measurement Issues – Hypothesis – Qualities of a good Hypothesis –Null Hypothesis
& Alternative Hypothesis. Hypothesis Testing – Logic & Importance
3. Research Design: Concept and Importance in Research – Features of a good research
design – Exploratory Research Design – concept, types and uses, Descriptive Research
Designs – concept, types and uses. Experimental Design: Concept of Independent &
Dependent variables. (10%)
4. Qualitative and Quantitative Research: Qualitative research – Quantitative research –
Concept of measurement, causality, generalization, replication. Merging the two
approaches.
5. Measurement: Concept of measurement– what is measured? Problems in measurement
in research – Validity and Reliability. Levels of measurement – Nominal, Ordinal,
Interval, Ratio.
6. Sampling: Concepts of Statistical Population, Sample, Sampling Frame, Sampling
Error, Sample Size, Non-Response. Characteristics of a good sample. Probability
Sample – Simple Random Sample, Systematic Sample, Stratified Random Sample &
Multi-stage sampling. Determining size of the sample – Practical considerations in
sampling and sample size.
7. Data Analysis: Data Preparation – Univariate analysis (frequency tables, bar charts, pie
charts, percentages), Bivariate analysis – Cross tabulations and Chi-square test
including testing hypothesis of association.
8. Interpretation of Data and Paper Writing – Layout of a Research Paper, Journals in
Computer Science, Impact factor of Journals, When and where to publish ? Ethical
issues related to publishing, Plagiarism and Self-Plagiarism.
9. Use of Encyclopaedias, Research Guides, Handbook etc., Academic Databases for
Computer Science Discipline.
10. Use of tools / techniques for Research: methods to search required information
effectively, Reference Management Software like Zotero/Mendeley, Software for paper
formatting like LaTeX/MS Office, Software for detection of Plagiarism.
Part:B
Engineering Mathematics
Linear Algebra:
Eigenvalues and Eigenvectors, Matrices and Determinants, Linear and Orthogonal
Transformations, caley Hamilton Theorem, Solutions of Linear Equations

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 Calculus:
Partial derivatives, Limit, continuity and differentiability, Maxima and minima of function
with several independent variables, Taylor and MacLaurin series, Sequences and Series –
infinite series, tests for convergence, Homogeneous function – Total differentiation, Euler’s
theorem on homogeneous functions, Fourier
Vector Calculus:
Scalar and vector point functions, Vector differentiation, Stokes, Gauss and Green’s
theorems, Vector differential operators – del, gradient, Divergence and curl, Physical
interpretations-line, surface and volume integrals
Differential Equations:
Homogeneous differential equations, Linear and non-linear first order Ordinary Differential
Equations (ODE), Laplace transforms and their inverse, Partial Differential Equations –
Laplace, heat and wave equations, Higher order linear ODEs with constant coefficients
Probability and Statistics:
Random variables, Mean, median, mode and standard deviation, Correlation and regression
analysis, Poisson, normal and binomial distributions
Numerical Methods:
Numerical integration – trapezoidal and Simpson’s rule, Solutions of linear and non-linear
algebraic equations, Numerical solutions of ODEs

Farm Machinery
Machine Design:
Overload safety devices used in farm machinery, Design and selection of machine elements
– gears, pulleys, chains and sprockets and belts, Measurement of force, stress, torque, speed,
displacement and acceleration on machine elements – shafts, couplings, keys, bearings and
knuckle joints
Farm Machinery:
Soil tillage, Hitch systems and hitching of tillage implements, Forces acting on a tillage tool,
Functional requirements, principles of working, construction and operation of manual,
Animal and power operated equipment for tillage, sowing, planting, fertilizer application,
intercultivation, spraying, mowing, chaff cutting, harvesting and threshing calculation of
performance parameters – field capacity, efficiency, application rate and losses, Cost
analysis of implements and tractors
Farm Power-Sources of Power
Bio-fuels, Sources of power on the farm – human, animal, mechanical, electrical, wind, solar
and biomass
Farm Power:
Thermodynamic principles of I.C. engines, Engine components, I.C. engine cycles,
Lubricants and their properties, I.C. engine systems – fuel, cooling, lubrication, ignition,
electrical, intake and exhaust, Power efficiencies and measurement, Selection, operation,
maintenance and repair of I.C. engines, Performance index, cost analysis of implements and
tractors, Fuels and combustion, Calculation of power, torque, fuel consumption, heat load
and power losses

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 Tractors and Power tillers:
Type, selection, maintenance, and repair of tractors and power tillers, Power transmission
systems – gear trains, differential, final drives and power take-off, Tractor clutches and
brakes, Tractor tests and performance, Human engineering and safety considerations in
design of tractor and agricultural implements, Traction theory, Steering and hydraulic
control systems used in tractors, Three point hitches – free link and restrained link
operations, Mechanics of tractor chassis

Soil and Water Conservation Engineering

Fluid Mechanics:
Ideal and real fluids, properties of fluids, Continuity equation, kinematics and dynamics of
flow, Hydrostatic pressure and its measurement, Laminar and turbulent flow in pipes,
Darcy-Weisbach and Hazen-Williams equations, Moody’s diagram, Flow in open channels,
dimensional analysis – concepts of geometric dimensionless numbers, Bernoulli’s theorem,
Flow through orifices, weirs and notches
Soil Mechanics:
Engineering properties of soils, Index properties of soils, Fundamental definitions and
relationships, Shear strength, Mohr’s circle of stress, active and passive earth pressures,
Permeability and seepage analysis, Stability of slopes, Terzaghi’s one dimensional soil
consolidation theory
Hydrology:
Hydrological cycle and measurement of its components, Analysis of precipitation data,
Meteorological parameters and their measurement, Hydrograph analysis, unit hydrograph
theory and application, Flood routing, hydrological reservoir and channel routing,
Infiltration – indices and equations, drought and its classification, Runoff estimation,
Streamflow measurement
Surveying and Leveling:
Measurement of distance and area, Chain surveying, methods of traversing, Theodolite
traversing, Total station, introduction to GPS survey, computation of areas and volume,
Types of levelling, Instruments for surveying and levelling, Measurement of angles and
bearings, plane table surveying, Contouring
Soil and Water Erosion:
Mechanics of soil erosion – wind and water erosion, Soil loss estimation, Soil erosion types,
factors affecting erosion, Terraces and bunds, Gully control structures, drop, drop inlet and
chute spillways, Earthen dams, Vegetative waterways, Biological and engineering measures
to control erosion

Watershed Management:
Water budgeting in watershed, rainwater harvesting, check dams and farm ponds,
Watershed characterization and land use capability classification
Irrigation and Drainage Engineering
Soil-Water-Plant Relationship:
Water requirement of crops, Measurement of infiltration, soil moisture and irrigation water
infiltration, Consumptive use and evapotranspiration
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 Irrigation Water Conveyance and Application Methods:
Design of irrigation channels and underground pipelines, Surface, sprinkler and micro
irrigation methods, design and evaluation of irrigation methods, Irrigation scheduling,
Irrigation efficiencies
Agricultural Drainage:
Planning, design, and layout of surface and sub-surface drainage systems, Drainage
coefficient, Non-conventional drainage system, Irrigation and drainage water quality and
reuse, Leaching requirement and salinity control
Groundwater Hydrology:
Darcy’s Law, steady and unsteady flow in confined and unconfined aquifers, groundwater
exploration techniques, Groundwater occurrence, Overview of groundwater recharge
estimation and artificial recharge techniques
Wells and Pumps:
Types of wells, steady flow through wells, Classification of pumps, Pump characteristics,
Design and construction of water wells, Pump selection and installation
Agricultural Process Engineering
Engineering properties of agriculture produce:
Physical, thermal, frictional, rheological and electrical properties
Evaporation and Drying:
Hydrothermal treatments, Concentration and drying of liquid foods – evaporators, tray,
drum and spray dryers, Psychrometry – properties of air-water vapor mixture, Drying
kinetics, Drying and milling of cereals, pulses and oilseeds
Size Reduction and Material Handling:
Mechanics and energy requirement in size reduction of agriculture produce, Size separation
by screening, Particle size analysis for comminuted solids, Cleaning and grading,
Centrifugal separation of solids, liquids and gases, Effectiveness of separation, Filtration
and membrane separation, Fluidization of granular solids-pneumatic, bucket, screw and belt
conveying, Homogenization
Processing of Agriculture Produce:
Value addition of agriculture produce, Processing of seeds, spices, fruits and vegetables
Storage Systems:
Perishable food storage, godowns, bins and grain silos, packaging material and machines,
Controlled and modified atmosphere storage
Dairy and Food Engineering
Heat and Mass Transfer:
Steady state heat transfer in conduction, convection and radiation, Working principles of
heat exchangers, Transient heat transfer in simple geometry, Simultaneous heat and mass
transfer in agricultural processing operations, Material and energy balances in food
processing systems, Water activity, sorption and desorption isotherms Diffusive and
convective mass transfer
Preservation of Food:
Kinetics of microbial death – pasteurization and sterilization of milk and other liquid foods,
Refrigeration and cold storage basics and applications, Preservation of food by cooling and
freezing
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 Mathematics

Part A: Research Methodology

1. Foundations of Research: Meaning, Objectives, Motivation, Utility. Concept of theory,
empiricism, deductive and inductive theory. Characteristics of scientific method –
Understanding the language of research – Concept, Construct, Definition, Variable.
Research Process
2. Problem Identification & Formulation – Research Question – Investigation Question –
Measurement Issues – Hypothesis – Qualities of a good Hypothesis –Null Hypothesis
& Alternative Hypothesis. Hypothesis Testing – Logic & Importance
3. Research Design: Concept and Importance in Research – Features of a good research
design – Exploratory Research Design – concept, types and uses, Descriptive Research
Designs – concept, types and uses. Experimental Design: Concept of Independent &
Dependent variables. (10%)
4. Qualitative and Quantitative Research: Qualitative research – Quantitative research –
Concept of measurement, causality, generalization, replication. Merging the two
approaches.
5. Measurement: Concept of measurement– what is measured? Problems in measurement
in research – Validity and Reliability. Levels of measurement – Nominal, Ordinal,
Interval, Ratio.
6. Sampling: Concepts of Statistical Population, Sample, Sampling Frame, Sampling
Error, Sample Size, Non-Response. Characteristics of a good sample. Probability
Sample – Simple Random Sample, Systematic Sample, Stratified Random Sample &
Multi-stage sampling. Determining size of the sample – Practical considerations in
sampling and sample size.
7. Data Analysis: Data Preparation – Univariate analysis (frequency tables, bar charts, pie
charts, percentages), Bivariate analysis – Cross tabulations and Chi-square test
including testing hypothesis of association.
8. Interpretation of Data and Paper Writing – Layout of a Research Paper, Journals in
Computer Science, Impact factor of Journals, When and where to publish ? Ethical
issues related to publishing, Plagiarism and Self-Plagiarism.
9. Use of Encyclopaedias, Research Guides, Handbook etc., Academic Databases for
Computer Science Discipline.
10. Use of tools / techniques for Research: methods to search required information
effectively, Reference Management Software like Zotero/Mendeley, Software for paper
formatting like LaTeX/MS Office, Software for detection of Plagiarism.
Part:B
Analysis:
Elementary set theory, finite, countable, and uncountable sets, Real number system,
Archimedean property, supremum, infimum. Sequence and series, convergence, limsup,
liminf. Bolzano Weierstrass theorem, Heine Borel theorem, Continuity, uniform continuity,
differentiability, mean value theorem. Sequences and series of functions, uniform
convergence. Riemann sums and Riemann integral, Improper Integrals.

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 Linear Algebra:
Vector spaces, subspaces, linear dependence, basis, dimension, algebra of linear
transformation, Algebra of matrices, rank, and determinant of matrices, linear equations.,
Eigenvalues and eigenvectors, Cayley-Hamilton theorem. Matrix representation of linear
transformations. Change of basis, canonical forms, diagonal forms, triangular forms, Jordan
forms. Inner product spaces, orthonormal basis. Quadratic forms, reduction, and
classification of quadratic forms
Complex Analysis:
Algebra of complex numbers, the complex plane, polynomials, power series, transcendental
functions such as exponential, trigonometric, and hyperbolic functions Analytic functions,
Cauchy-Riemann equations. Contour integral, Cauchy’s theorem, Cauchy’s integral
formula, Liouville’s theorem, Maximum modulus principle, Schwarz lemma, Open
mapping theorem. Taylor series, Laurent series, calculus of residues. Conformal mappings,
Mobius transformations.
Algebra:
Permutations, combinations, pigeon-hole principle, inclusion-exclusion principle,
derangements. Fundamental theorem of arithmetic, divisibility in Z, congruences, Chinese
Remainder Theorem, Euler’s Ø- function, primitive roots. Groups, subgroups, normal
subgroups, quotient groups, homomorphisms, cyclic groups, permutation groups, Cayley’s
theorem, class equations, and Sylow theorems. Rings, ideals, prime and maximal ideals,
quotient rings, unique factorization domain, principal ideal domain, Euclidean domain.
Topology: basis, dense sets, subspace and product topology, separation axioms,
connectedness, and compactness.
Ordinary Differential Equations (ODEs):
Existence and uniqueness of solutions of initial value problems for first-order ordinary
differential equations, singular solutions of first-order ODEs, and the system of first-order
ODEs. A general theory of homogenous and non-homogeneous linear ODEs, variation of
parameters, Sturm-Liouville boundary value problem, Green’s function.
Partial Differential Equations (PDEs):
Lagrange and Charpit methods for solving first-order PDEs, Cauchy problem for first-order
PDEs. Classification of second-order PDEs, General solution of higher-order PDEs with
constant coefficients, Method of separation of variables for Laplace, Heat, and Wave
equations.
Numerical Analysis:
Numerical solutions of algebraic equations, Method of iteration and Newton-Raphson
method, Rate of convergence, Solution of systems of linear algebraic equations using Gauss
elimination and Gauss-Seidel methods, Finite differences, Lagrange, Hermite, and spline
interpolation, Numerical differentiation and integration, Numerical solutions of ODEs using
Picard, Euler, modified Euler and Runge-Kutta methods.
Calculus of Variations:
Variation of a functional, Euler-Lagrange equation, Necessary and sufficient conditions for
extrema. Variational methods for boundary value problems in ordinary and partial
differential equations.

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 Linear Integral Equations:
Linear integral equation of the first and second kind of fredholm and volterra type, Solutions
with separable kernels. Characteristic numbers and eigenfunctions, resolvent kernel.

Classical Mechanics:
Generalized coordinates, Lagrange’s equations, Hamilton’s canonical equations,
Hamilton’s principle and the principle of least action, Two-dimensional motion of rigid
bodies, Euler’s dynamical equations for the motion of a rigid body about an axis, theory of
small oscillations.
Descriptive Statistics, Exploratory Data Analysis:
Markov chains with finite and countable state space, classification of states, limiting
behavior of n-step transition probabilities, stationary distribution, Poisson, and birth-and-
death processes. Standard discrete and continuous univariate distributions. sampling
distributions, standard errors and asymptotic distributions, distribution of order statistics,
and range. Methods of estimation, properties of estimators, confidence intervals. Tests of
hypotheses: most powerful and uniformly most powerful tests, likelihood ratio tests.
Analysis of discrete data and chi-square test of goodness of fit. Large sample tests. Simple
nonparametric tests for one and two sample problems, rank correlation, and test for
independence, Elementary Bayesian inference. Simple random sampling, stratified
sampling, and systematic sampling. Probability is proportional to size sampling. Ratio and
regression methods. Hazard function and failure rates, censoring and life testing, series and
parallel systems.

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 Physics

Part A: Research Methodology

1. Foundations of Research: Meaning, Objectives, Motivation, Utility. Concept of theory,
empiricism, deductive and inductive theory. Characteristics of scientific method –
Understanding the language of research – Concept, Construct, Definition, Variable.
Research Process
2. Problem Identification & Formulation – Research Question – Investigation Question –
Measurement Issues – Hypothesis – Qualities of a good Hypothesis –Null Hypothesis
& Alternative Hypothesis. Hypothesis Testing – Logic & Importance
3. Research Design: Concept and Importance in Research – Features of a good research
design – Exploratory Research Design – concept, types and uses, Descriptive Research
Designs – concept, types and uses. Experimental Design: Concept of Independent &
Dependent variables. (10%)
4. Qualitative and Quantitative Research: Qualitative research – Quantitative research –
Concept of measurement, causality, generalization, replication. Merging the two
approaches.
5. Measurement: Concept of measurement– what is measured? Problems in measurement
in research – Validity and Reliability. Levels of measurement – Nominal, Ordinal,
Interval, Ratio.
6. Sampling: Concepts of Statistical Population, Sample, Sampling Frame, Sampling
Error, Sample Size, Non-Response. Characteristics of a good sample. Probability
Sample – Simple Random Sample, Systematic Sample, Stratified Random Sample &
Multi-stage sampling. Determining size of the sample – Practical considerations in
sampling and sample size.
7. Data Analysis: Data Preparation – Univariate analysis (frequency tables, bar charts, pie
charts, percentages), Bivariate analysis – Cross tabulations and Chi-square test
including testing hypothesis of association.
8. Interpretation of Data and Paper Writing – Layout of a Research Paper, Journals in
Computer Science, Impact factor of Journals, When and where to publish ? Ethical
issues related to publishing, Plagiarism and Self-Plagiarism.
9. Use of Encyclopaedias, Research Guides, Handbook etc., Academic Databases for
Computer Science Discipline.
10. Use of tools / techniques for Research: methods to search required information
effectively, Reference Management Software like Zotero/Mendeley, Software for paper
formatting like LaTeX/MS Office, Software for detection of Plagiarism.
Part:B
Part ‘A’ Core
Mathematical Methods of Physics:
Dimensional analysis. Vector algebra and vector calculus. Linear algebra, matrices, Cayley-
Hamilton Theorem. Eigenvalues and eigenvectors. Linear ordinary differential equations of
first & second order, Special functions (Hermite, Bessel, Laguerre and Legendre functions).
Fourier series, Fourier and Laplace transforms. Elements of complex analysis, analytic

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 functions; Taylor & Laurent series; poles, residues and evaluation of integrals. Elementary
probability theory, random variables, binomial, Poisson and normal distributions. Central
limit theorem.
Classical Mechanics:
Newton’s laws. Dynamical systems, Phase space dynamics, stability analysis. Central force
motions. Two body Collisions - scattering in laboratory and Centre of mass frames. Rigid
body dynamics moment of inertia tensor. Non-inertial frames and pseudoforces. Variational
principle. Generalized coordinates. Lagrangian and Hamiltonian formalism and equations
of motion. Conservation laws and cyclic coordinates. Periodic motion: small oscillations,
normal modes. Special theory of relativity Lorentz transformations, relativistic kinematics
and mass–energy equivalence.
Electromagnetic Theory:
Electrostatics: Gauss’s law and its applications, Laplace and Poisson equations, boundary
value problems. Magnetostatics: Biot-Savart law, Ampere's theorem. Electromagnetic
induction. Maxwell's equations in free space and linear isotropic media; boundary
conditions on the fields at interfaces. Scalar and vector potentials, gauge invariance.
Electromagnetic waves in free space. Dielectrics and conductors. Reflection and refraction,
polarization, Fresnel’s law, interference, coherence, and diffraction. Dynamics of charged
particles in static and uniform electromagnetic fields.
Quantum Mechanics:
Wave-particle duality. Schrödinger equation (time-dependent and time-independent).
Eigenvalue problems (particle in a box, harmonic oscillator, etc.). Tunneling through a
barrier. Wave-function in coordinate and momentum representations. Commutators and
Heisenberg uncertainty principle. Dirac notation for state vectors. Motion in a central
potential: orbital angular momentum, angular momentum algebra, spin, addition of angular
momenta; Hydrogen atom. Stern-Gerlach experiment. Time independent perturbation
theory and applications. Variational method. Time dependent perturbation theory and
Fermi's golden rule, selection rules. Identical particles, Pauli Exclusion Principle, spin-
statistics connection.
Thermodynamic and Statistical Physics:
Laws of thermodynamics and their consequences. Thermodynamic potentials, Maxwell
relations, chemical potential, phase equilibria. Phase space, micro- and macro-states. Micro-
canonical, canonical and grand-canonical ensembles and partition functions. Free energy
and its connection with thermodynamic quantities. Classical and quantum statistics. Ideal
Bose and Fermi gases. Principle of detailed balance. Blackbody radiation and Planck's
distribution law.
Electronics and Experimental Methods:
Semiconductor devices (diodes, junctions, transistors, field effect devices, homo- and
hetero-junction devices), device structure, device characteristics, frequency dependence and
applications. Opto-electronic devices (solar cells, photo-detectors, LEDs). Operational
amplifiers and their applications. Digital techniques and applications (registers, counters,
comparators and similar circuits). A/D and D/A converters. Microprocessor and

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 microcontroller basics. Data interpretation and analysis. Precision and accuracy. Error
analysis, propagation of errors. Least squares fitting,
Part ‘B’ Advanced
Mathematical Methods of Physics:
Green’s function. Partial differential equations (Laplace, wave and heat equations in two
and three dimensions). Elements of computational techniques: root of functions,
interpolation, extrapolation, integration by trapezoid and Simpson’s rule, Solution of first
order differential equation using RungeKutta method. Finite difference methods. Tensors.
Introductory group theory: SU(2), O(3).
Classical Mechanics:
Dynamical systems, Phase space dynamics, stability analysis. Poisson brackets and
canonical transformations. Symmetry, invariance and Noether’s theorem. Hamilton-Jacobi
theory.
Electromagnetic Theory:
Dispersion relations in plasma. Lorentz invariance of Maxwell’s equation. Transmission
lines and wave guides. Radiation- from moving charges and dipoles and retarded potentials.
Quantum Mechanics:
Spin-orbit coupling, fine structure. WKB approximation. Elementary theory of scattering:
phase shifts, partial waves, Born approximation. Relativistic quantum mechanics: Klein-
Gordon and Dirac equations. Semi-classical theory of radiation.
Thermodynamic and Statistical Physics:
First- and second-order phase transitions. Diamagnetism, paramagnetism, and
ferromagnetism. Ising model. Bose-Einstein condensation. Diffusion equation. Random
walk and Brownian motion. Introduction to nonequilibrium processes.
Electronics and Experimental Methods:
Linear and nonlinear curve fitting, chi-square test. Transducers (temperature,
pressure/vacuum, magnetic fields, vibration, optical, and particle detectors). Measurement
and control. Signal conditioning and recovery. Impedance matching, amplification (Op-amp
based, instrumentation amp, feedback), filtering and noise reduction, shielding and
grounding. Fourier transforms, lock-in detector, box-car integrator, modulation techniques.
High frequency devices (including generators and detectors).
Atomic & Molecular Physics:
Quantum states of an electron in an atom. Electron spin. Spectrum of helium and alkali
atom. Relativistic corrections for energy levels of hydrogen atom, hyperfine structure and
isotopic shift, width of spectrum lines, LS & JJ couplings. Zeeman, Paschen-Bach & Stark
effects. Electron spin resonance. Nuclear magnetic resonance, chemical shift. Frank-
Condon principle. Born-Oppenheimer approximation. Electronic, rotational, vibrational and
Raman spectra of diatomic molecules, selection rules. Lasers: spontaneous and stimulated
emission, Einstein A&B coefficients. Optical pumping, population inversion, rate equation.
Modes of resonators and coherence length.
Condensed Matter Physics:
Bravais lattices. Reciprocal lattice. Diffraction and the structure factor. Bonding of solids.
Elastic properties, phonons, lattice specific heat. Free electron theory and electronic specific

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 heat. Response and relaxation phenomena. Drude model of electrical and thermal
conductivity. Hall effect and thermoelectric power. Electron motion in a periodic potential,
band theory of solids: metals, insulators and semiconductors. Superconductivity: type-I and
type-II superconductors. Josephson junctions. Superfluidity. Defects and dislocations.
Ordered phases of matter: translational and orientational order, kinds of liquid crystalline
order. Quasi crystals.
Nuclear and Particle Physics:
Basic nuclear properties: size, shape and charge distribution, spin and parity. Binding
energy, semiempirical mass formula, liquid drop model. Nature of the nuclear force, form
of nucleon-nucleon potential, charge-independence and charge-symmetry of nuclear forces.
Deuteron problem. Evidence of shell structure, single-particle shell model, its validity and
limitations. Rotational spectra. Elementary ideas of alpha, beta and gamma decays and their
selection rules. Fission and fusion. Nuclear reactions, reaction mechanism, compound nuclei
and direct reactions. Classification of fundamental forces. Elementary particles and their
quantum numbers (charge, spin, parity, isospin, strangeness, etc.). Gellmann-Nishijima
formula. Quark model, baryons and mesons. C, P, and T invariance. Application of
symmetry arguments to particle reactions. Parity non-conservation in weak interaction.
Relativistic kinematics.

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 Chemistry

Part A: Research Methodology

1. Foundations of Research: Meaning, Objectives, Motivation, Utility. Concept of theory,
empiricism, deductive and inductive theory. Characteristics of scientific method –
Understanding the language of research – Concept, Construct, Definition, Variable.
Research Process
2. Problem Identification & Formulation – Research Question – Investigation Question –
Measurement Issues – Hypothesis – Qualities of a good Hypothesis –Null Hypothesis
& Alternative Hypothesis. Hypothesis Testing – Logic & Importance
3. Research Design: Concept and Importance in Research – Features of a good research
design – Exploratory Research Design – concept, types and uses, Descriptive Research
Designs – concept, types and uses. Experimental Design: Concept of Independent &
Dependent variables. (10%)
4. Qualitative and Quantitative Research: Qualitative research – Quantitative research –
Concept of measurement, causality, generalization, replication. Merging the two
approaches.
5. Measurement: Concept of measurement– what is measured? Problems in measurement
in research – Validity and Reliability. Levels of measurement – Nominal, Ordinal,
Interval, Ratio.
6. Sampling: Concepts of Statistical Population, Sample, Sampling Frame, Sampling
Error, Sample Size, Non-Response. Characteristics of a good sample. Probability
Sample – Simple Random Sample, Systematic Sample, Stratified Random Sample &
Multi-stage sampling. Determining size of the sample – Practical considerations in
sampling and sample size.
7. Data Analysis: Data Preparation – Univariate analysis (frequency tables, bar charts, pie
charts, percentages), Bivariate analysis – Cross tabulations and Chi-square test
including testing hypothesis of association.
8. Interpretation of Data and Paper Writing – Layout of a Research Paper, Journals in
Computer Science, Impact factor of Journals, When and where to publish ? Ethical
issues related to publishing, Plagiarism and Self-Plagiarism.
9. Use of Encyclopaedias, Research Guides, Handbook etc., Academic Databases for
Computer Science Discipline.
10. Use of tools / techniques for Research: methods to search required information
effectively, Reference Management Software like Zotero/Mendeley, Software for paper
formatting like LaTeX/MS Office, Software for detection of Plagiarism.
Part: B
Physical Chemistry
Structure:
Postulates of quantum mechanics. Operators. Time dependent and time independent
Schrödinger equations. Born interpretation. Dirac bra-ket notation. Particle in a box: infinite
and finite square wells; concept of tunnelling; particle in 1D, 2D and 3D-box; applications.
Harmonic oscillator: harmonic and anharmonic potentials; hermite polynomials. Rotational

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 motion: Angular momentum operators, Rigid rotor. Hydrogen and hydrogen-like atoms :
atomic orbitals; radial distribution function. Multi-electron atoms: orbital approximation;
electron spin; Pauli exclusion principle; slater determinants. Approximation Methods:
Variation method and secular determinants; first order perturbation techniques. Atomic
units. Molecular structure and Chemical bonding: BornOppenheimer approximation;
Valence bond theory and linear combination of atomic orbitals – molecular orbital (LCAO-
MO) theory. Hybrid orbitals. Applications of LCAO-MO theory to H2 +, H2; orbital theory
(MOT) of homo- and heteronuclear diatomic molecules. Hückel approximation and its
application to annular π-electron systems.
Group Theory:
Symmetry elements and operations; Point groups and character tables; Internal coordinates
and vibrational modes; symmetry adapted linear combination of atomic orbitals
(LCAOMO); construction of hybrid orbitals using symmetry aspects.
Spectroscopy:
Atomic spectroscopy; Russell-Saunders coupling; Term symbols and spectral details; origin
of selection rules. Rotational, vibrational, electronic and Raman spectroscopy of diatomic
and polyatomic molecules. Line broadening. Einstein’s coefficients. Relationship of
transition moment integral with molar extinction coefficient and oscillator strength. Basic
principles of nuclear magnetic resonance: gyromagnetic ratio; chemical shift, nuclear
coupling.
Equilibrium:
Laws of thermodynamics. Standard states. Thermochemistry. Thermodynamic functions
and their relationships: Gibbs-Helmholtz and Maxwell relations, Gibbs-Duhem equation,
van’t Hoff equation. Criteria of spontaneity and equilibrium. Absolute entropy. Partial molar
quantities. Thermodynamics of mixing. Chemical potential. Fugacity, activity and activity
coefficients. Ideal and Non-ideal solutions, Raoult’s Law and Henry’s Law, Chemical
equilibria. Dependence of equilibrium constant on temperature and pressure. Ionic mobility
and conductivity. Debye-Hückel limiting law. Debye-Hückel-Onsager equation. Standard
electrode potentials and electrochemical cells. Nernst Equation and its application,
relationship between Electrode potential and thermodynamic quantities, Potentiometric and
conductometric titrations. Phase rule. ClausiusClapeyron equation. Phase diagram of one
component systems: CO2, H2O, S; two component systems: liquid- vapour, liquid-liquid
and solid-liquid systems. Fractional distillation. Azeotropes and eutectics. Statistical
thermodynamics: microcanonical, canonical and grand canonical ensembles, Boltzmann
distribution, partition functions and thermodynamic properties.
Kinetics:
Elementary, parallel, opposing and consecutive reactions. Steady-state approximation.
Mechanisms of complex reactions. Unimolecular reactions. Potential energy surfaces and
classical trajectories, Concept of Saddle points, Transition state theory: Eyring equation,
thermodynamic aspects. Kinetics of polymerization. Catalysis concepts and enzyme
catalysis. Kinetic isotope effects. Fast reaction kinetics: relaxation and flow methods.
Diffusion controlled reactions. Kinetics of photochemical and photophysical processes.

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 Surfaces and Interfaces:
Physisorption and chemisorption. Langmuir, Freundlich and Brunauer– Emmett–Teller
(BET) isotherms. Surface catalysis: Langmuir-Hinshelwood mechanism. Surface tension,
viscosity. Self-assembly. Physical chemistry of colloids, micelles and macromolecules.
Inorganic Chemistry
Main Group Elements:
Hydrides, halides, oxides, oxoacids, nitrides, sulfides – shapes and reactivity. Structure and
bonding of boranes, carboranes, silicones, silicates, boron nitride, borazines and
phosphazenes. Allotropes of carbon, phosphorous and sulphur. Industrial synthesis of
compounds of main group elements. Chemistry of noble gases, pseudohalogens, and
interhalogen compounds. Acid-base concepts and principles (Lewis, Brønsted, HSAB and
acid-base catalysis).
Transition Elements:
Coordination chemistry – structure and isomerism, theories of bonding (VBT, CFT, and
MOT). Energy level diagrams in various crystal fields, CFSE, applications of CFT,
JahnTeller distortion. Electronic spectra of transition metal complexes: spectroscopic term
symbols, selection rules, Orgel and Tanabe-Sugano diagrams, nephelauxetic effect and
Racah parameter, charge-transfer spectra. Magnetic properties of transition metal
complexes. Ray-Dutt and Bailar twists, Reaction mechanisms: kinetic and thermodynamic
stability, substitution and redox reactions. Metal-metal multiple bond.
Lanthanides and Actinides:
Recovery. Periodic properties, spectra and magnetic properties.
Organometallics:
18-Electron rule; metal-alkyl, metal-carbonyl, metal-olefin and metal-carbene complexes
and metallocenes. Fluxionality in organometallic complexes. Types of organometallic
reactions. Homogeneous catalysis – Hydrogenation, hydroformylation, acetic acid
synthesis, metathesis and olefin oxidation. Heterogeneous catalysis – Fischer- Tropsch
reaction, Ziegler-Natta polymerization.
Radioactivity:
Detection of radioactivity, Decay processes, half-life of radioactive elements, fission and
fusion processes.
Bioinorganic Chemistry:
Ion (Na+ and K+) transport, oxygen binding, transport and utilization, electron transfer
reactions, nitrogen fixation, metalloenzymes containing magnesium, molybdenum, iron,
cobalt, copper and zinc.
Solids:
Crystal systems and lattices, Miller planes, crystal packing, crystal defects, Bragg’s law,
ionic crystals, structures of AX, AX2, ABX3 type compounds, spinels, band theory, metals
and semiconductors.
Instrumental Methods of Analysis:
UV-visible, fluorescence and FTIR spectrophotometry, NMR and ESR spectroscopy, mass
spectrometry, atomic absorption spectroscopy, Mössbauer spectroscopy (Fe and Sn) and X-
ray crystallography. Chromatography including GC and HPLC. Electroanalytical methods-
polarography, cyclic voltammetry, ion-selective electrodes. Thermoanalytical methods.
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 Organic Chemistry
Stereochemistry:
Chirality and symmetry of organic molecules with or without chiral centres and
determination of their absolute configurations. Relative stereochemistry in compounds
having more than one stereogenic centre. Homotopic, enantiotopic and diastereotopic
atoms, groups and faces. Stereoselective and stereospecific synthesis. Conformational
analysis of acyclic and cyclic compounds. Geometrical isomerism and optical isomerism.
Configurational and conformational effects, atropisomerism, and neighbouring group
participation on reactivity and selectivity/specificity.
Reaction Mechanisms:
Basic mechanistic concepts – kinetic versus thermodynamic control, Hammond’s postulate
and Curtin-Hammett principle. Methods of determining reaction mechanisms through
kinetics, identification of products, intermediates and isotopic labelling. Linear free-energy
relationship – Hammett and Taft equations. Nucleophilic and electrophilic substitution
reactions (both aromatic and aliphatic). Addition reactions to carbon-carbon and carbon-
heteroatom (N and O) multiple bonds. Elimination reactions. Reactive intermediates –
carbocations, carbanions, carbenes, nitrenes, arynes and free radicals. Molecular
rearrangements.
Organic Synthesis:
Synthesis, reactions, mechanisms and selectivity involving the following classes of
compounds – alkenes, alkynes, arenes, alcohols, phenols, aldehydes, ketones, carboxylic
acids, esters, nitriles, halides, nitro compounds, amines and amides. Uses of Mg, Li, Cu, B,
Zn, P, S, Sn and Si based reagents in organic synthesis. Carbon-carbon bond formation
through coupling reactions – Heck, Suzuki, Stille, Sonogoshira, Negishi, Kumada, Hiyama,
Tsuji-Trost, olefin metathesis and McMurry. Concepts of multistep synthesis –
retrosynthetic analysis, strategic disconnections, synthons and synthetic equivalents. Atom
economy and Green Chemistry, Umpolung reactivity – formyl and acyl anion equivalents.
Selectivity in organic synthesis – chemo-, regio- and stereoselectivity. Protection and
deprotection of functional groups. Concepts of asymmetric synthesis – resolution (including
enzymatic), desymmetrization and use of chiral auxiliaries, organocatalysis. Carbon-carbon
and carbon-heteroatom bond forming reactions through enolates (including boron enolates),
enamines and silyl enol ethers. Stereoselective addition to C=O groups (Cram, Prelog and
Felkin-Anh models).
Pericyclic Reactions and Photochemistry:
Electrocyclic, cycloaddition and sigmatropic reactions. Orbital correlations – FMO and
PMO treatments, Woodward-Hoffmann rule. Photochemistry of alkenes, arenes and
carbonyl compounds. Photooxidation and photoreduction. Di-π-methane rearrangement,
Barton-McCombie reaction, Norrish type-I and II cleavage reaction.
Heterocyclic Compounds:
Structure, preparation, properties and reactions of furan, pyrrole, thiophene, pyridine,
indole, quinoline and isoquinoline.
Biomolecules:
Structure, properties and reactions of mono- and di-saccharides, physicochemical properties
of amino acids, chemical synthesis of peptides, chemical structure determination of peptides
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 and proteins, structural features of proteins, nucleic acids, lipids, steroids, terpenoids,
carotenoids, and alkaloids.
Experimental Techniques in Organic Chemistry:
Optical rotation (polarimetry). Applications of various chromatographic techniques such as
thin-layer, column, HPLC and GC. Applications of UV-visible, IR, NMR and Mass
spectrometry in the structural determination of organic molecules.

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 English

Part A: Research Methodology

1. Foundations of Research: Meaning, Objectives, Motivation, Utility. Concept of theory,
empiricism, deductive and inductive theory. Characteristics of scientific method –
Understanding the language of research – Concept, Construct, Definition, Variable.
Research Process
2. Problem Identification & Formulation – Research Question – Investigation Question –
Measurement Issues – Hypothesis – Qualities of a good Hypothesis –Null Hypothesis
& Alternative Hypothesis. Hypothesis Testing – Logic & Importance
3. Research Design: Concept and Importance in Research – Features of a good research
design – Exploratory Research Design – concept, types and uses, Descriptive Research
Designs – concept, types and uses. Experimental Design: Concept of Independent &
Dependent variables. (10%)
4. Qualitative and Quantitative Research: Qualitative research – Quantitative research –
Concept of measurement, causality, generalization, replication. Merging the two
approaches.
5. Measurement: Concept of measurement– what is measured? Problems in measurement
in research – Validity and Reliability. Levels of measurement – Nominal, Ordinal,
Interval, Ratio.
6. Sampling: Concepts of Statistical Population, Sample, Sampling Frame, Sampling
Error, Sample Size, Non-Response. Characteristics of a good sample. Probability
Sample – Simple Random Sample, Systematic Sample, Stratified Random Sample &
Multi-stage sampling. Determining size of the sample – Practical considerations in
sampling and sample size.
7. Data Analysis: Data Preparation – Univariate analysis (frequency tables, bar charts, pie
charts, percentages), Bivariate analysis – Cross tabulations and Chi-square test
including testing hypothesis of association.
8. Interpretation of Data and Paper Writing – Layout of a Research Paper, Journals in
Computer Science, Impact factor of Journals, When and where to publish ? Ethical
issues related to publishing, Plagiarism and Self-Plagiarism.
9. Use of Encyclopaedias, Research Guides, Handbook etc., Academic Databases for
Computer Science Discipline.
10. Use of tools / techniques for Research: methods to search required information
effectively, Reference Management Software like Zotero/Mendeley, Software for paper
formatting like LaTeX/MS Office, Software for detection of Plagiarism.
Part: B
Drama, Poetry, Fiction, short story
Non-Fictional Prose
NOTE: The first four units must also be tested through comprehension passages to
assess critical reading, critical thinking and writing skills. These four units will cover
all literatures in English.

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 Language: Basic concepts, theories and pedagogy. English in Use.
English in India: history, evolution and futures
Cultural Studies
Literary Criticism
Literary Theory post World War II

Research Methods and Materials in English

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