The Department of Electronic Science, Savitribai Phule Pune University, Pune at the postgraduate and research level embraces fierce competition for admission. As a specialization, an undergraduate program in Electronic Science in this academic area is missing. Therefore, the university's scholarship in Electronic Science is directed toward higher research and academic intakes for admission into M.Sc., M.Phil., and Ph.D.
The annual admission procedure roughly corresponds to the academic calendar of the university. In particular, students may check the official website of Savitribai Phule Pune University for specific date lists concerning application submission, entrance examinations, and announcement of results. Selection is on the basis of performance in academic records and entrance examination score in a merit-based system.
For admission to the M.Sc. Electronic Science program, a student must have a B.Sc. in Electronics, Physics, or equivalent degree with minimum 50% marks. Admission for the M.Phil. and Ph.D. programs of Electronic Science requires a minimum of an M.Sc. in Electronics, Physics, or allied fields with a minimum of 55% marks. These requirements not only ensure students who are well qualified in the subject but also guarantee that they are well capable of undertaking advanced studies-research in Electronic Science.
Application Procedure
Application to the Department of Electronic Science, Savitribai Phule Pune University, Pune, is a straightforward process for any eligible candidate. All interested candidates have to apply for the program by following all these steps:
1. Visit the official website of Savitribai Phule Pune University and navigate to the Department of Electronic Science.
2. Download the admission brochure for the chosen program (M.Sc., M.Phil., or Ph.D. in Electronic Science) and read it thoroughly.
3. Complete the application form online and ensure that all personal and academic information are correct since all records would be referred to in the admission procedure.
4. Attach scanned copies of the documents generally needed, including:
- Passport-sized photograph
- Signature
- Bachelors degree certificate and mark-sheets (M.Sc. candidates)
- Masters degree certificate and mark sheets (M.Phil. and Ph.D. candidates)
- Valid ID proof
- Caste certificate (if applicable)
- Any other certificate or document mentioned in the admission brochure
5. The application fee can be paid through the online payments gateway. The amount could differ for applicants coming from various categories.
6. After the application and successful payment of the application fee, download and print the acknowledgement as a record for reference.
7. If shortlisted, report for the entrance examination and/or interview as scheduled by the department.
8. The candidate's final selection shall be based on performance in the entrance examination and interview and the assessment of the academic records. The department may consider any research proposal(s) or statement of purpose submitted with the application for M.Phil. and Ph.D. programs.
9. Selected candidates will be notified on the university site and by email, and they must go through the complete admission procedure, including the verification of documents and payment of fees, at the given time to secure their seat.
Degree-wise Admission Process
M.Sc. Electronic Science: The M.Sc. program in Electronic Science runs for a duration of two years. Admission is based on performance during undergraduate studies, as well as B.Sc. Electronics, Physics, or any such equivalent degree, where the applicant must possess a minimum of 50% marks. The department, for selection in the M.Sc. Electronic Science program, reserves the right to conduct an entrance test or interview.
M.Phil. Electronic Science: The M.Phil. program aims at candidates who are keen on pursuing advanced research in Electronic Science. Candidates seeking admission should have an MSc degree in Electronics, Physics, or an allied subject and a minimum of 55% marks. Entrance examination and/or interview will follow for admission purposes, wherein the research aptitude and general knowledge of the candidates will be assessed.
Ph.D. Electronic Science: The Ph.D. in Electronic Science program is targeted at such candidates who want to carry out research on the cutting edge of the discipline. A candidate must have an MSc in Electronics, Physics, or a related discipline with not less than 55% in order to be eligible for the program. Admission is generally based on a highly competitive entrance exam with an interview afterward, sometimes requiring submission of a research proposal also.