Microsoft’s Imagine Cup 2013 Registration Starts

Microsoft’s Imagine Cup 2013 Registration Starts

Microsoft has announced the Imagine Cup 2013 competitions. The prize money has increased and Microsoft is going to fly every finalist team to St Petersburg, Russia for the Worldwide Finals.

This year there are thee competitions each with a top prize of $50,000 (USD) and three challenges with top prizes of $10,000 (USD). Participants must be 16 and older - which means that high school students are eligible as well as university students.

Microsoft’s Imagine Cup is the world’s most prestigious student technology competition, bringing together student innovators from all over the world. If you have a great idea for a new app, bring it to life through Imagine Cup. With Microsoft resources and support, you can make a great app and win travel and cash prizes!

The Imagine Cup is a skill-based competition comprised of 3 competitions and multiple challenges. The object of this competition is to create innovative and original software applications. Open to students around the world, the competition spans one year, beginning with local, regional, and online competitions, and culminates at the Worldwide Finals, which is hosted in a different country every year.

To participate in Imagine Cup 2013, you must first register. You can register at www.imagine.com by clicking the button “Get Started” available on most pages. Once you have registered you can sign up for the Competition(s) or Challenge(s) that you would like to compete in and start building your team.

For more information visit : http://www.imaginecup.com/

National Student Challenge Transform Urban India 2012

National Student Challenge Transform Urban India 2012

The National Student Challenge is an all India annual challenge that aims to engage the youth of the nation in challenges facing India’s urbanisation. The first cycle was held in 2011. Teams from all over the country participated to share their proposals. Out of 170 teams that participated, 21 teams were shortlisted to present their intervention proposals and be a part of the India Urban Conference, the largest urban conference held in India at the Mysore Campus of Infosys Technologies. The top three teams were awarded a grant of INR 3,00,000 each along with other cash prizes to implement their solutions. These teams received technical support and mentorship from IIHS towards implementing their solutions. Mentors and judges of the National Student Challenge are experts in the fields of urbanisation, communication and entrepreneurship. Mentors for this year’s event include Meenu Handa, V. Ravichandar, Vasudev Avadhani, Dilip Mehta, Dr. S. Rajagopalan, Debanand Chatterjee, Prof. Amalendu Jyotishi, and A. Suryanarayanan.

he Transform Urban India National Student Challenge 2012 is a part of the Indian Institute for Human Settlements’ overall efforts to elicit young India’s views on urbanisation challenges and support them in transforming the urban landscape in India. National Student Challenge is supported by Rockefeller Foundation.

It includes two components - the student challenge and an academic conclave.

The Student Challenge encourages students to design innovative solutions to pressing urban challenges through the formation of interdisciplinary teams and the submission of a proposal which includes a Problem Statement and a Solution Statement.

The Academic Conclave invites young researchers to share their research work in the field of urbanisation. This year's theme for the Academic Conclave is "Basic Services in Urban Areas". The winning teams get an implementation grant of INR 3 lakhs each in the National Student Challenge in addition to other awards and a chance to interact with leading urban experts.

IIHS would like to invite students from all disciplines to participate in the National Student Challenge 2012. Students pursuing graduation, post-graduation and doctoral studies are eligible to participate in the Student Challenge, whereas the Academic Conclave is open to students pursuing bachelor's and masters' degree.

Participation in the National Student Challenge 2012 would offer opportunities for students to be mentored by experts, to present their solutions to a distinguished panel at a national-level event in November 2012 at Bangalore and to obtain an opportunity to bring their solutions to life.

Last date for registration of teams for the National Student Challenge is 15th September 2012 and last date for submission of proposals is 5th October 2012. The last date for submission of abstracts for the Academic Conclave is 1st October 2012.

Contact details:
Email- nsc@transformurbanindia.com
Hotline no.- 080-41137705 from 10 am to 5 pm on weekdays.

For more information visit : http://transformurbanindia.com/

National Talent Search Examination-NTSE 2012-13

National Talent Search Examination-NTSE 2012-13

The purpose of the NTSE scheme was to identify talented students and nurture their talent. Talent refers to the potentiality that manifests itself in a high level of performance in one or more specialized areas. The scheme, therefore, covers areas like Sciences, Social Sciences, Engineering, Medicine, Management and Law. It honours and helps talented students by providing financial assistance in the form of a monthly scholarship. For the courses in Basic Sciences, Social Sciences and Commerce, this assistance is provided up to Ph.D. level. For professional courses like Engineering, Medicine, Management and Law this assistance is given only up to Post Graduation.

* NTSE will be conducted for Class X students

* The examination will consist of Mental Ability Test(MAT) and Scholastic Ability Test(SAT)

* Quota for State/UT will be computed proportionally on the basis of students enrolment in Class IX and X

* The amount of scholarship will be Rs. 500/- per month for all the students studying in Class XI onwards(irrespective of class/course) except for Ph.D.,wherein it is paid as per UGC norms.

Stage I(State)
Last Date for Submission of Application Form : 31st August, 2012

Examination in Mizoram, Meghalaya,Nagaland and Andaman and Nicobar Islands : 17th November, 2012 (Saturday)

Examination in All other States and Union Territories : 18th November, 2012 (Sunday)

Stage II (National)
Examination in All States and Union Territories : 12th May, 2013 (Sunday)

Contact :

For NTS National Level Examination Inquiry:
Phone No : 011-26560464 (Timings 2.30 PM to 4.30 PM only)
E-mail : ntse.ncert@yahoo.in

For State Level NTS Examination Enquiry : Contact the Liaison Officer of your State
For NTS Scholarship Inquiry:
Phone No : 011-26562704 (Timings 2.30 PM to 4.30 PM only)
E-mail : ntse2@yahoo.co.in

For more information visit : http://www.ncert.nic.in/

L'OREAL India Young Women in Science Scholarships 2012

L'OREAL India Young Women in Science Scholarships 2012

The Programme was instituted in 2003 and has consistently helped young women to pursue scientific research and development. A scholarship of Rs. 250,000/- each is granted to 10 promising young women and covers college fees for study in any scientific field in a recognized college or university in India.

The scholarship offered is upto a maximum of Rs. 2,50,000 , granted over a period of 4 years of study. The scholarship is not given as a loan. It is paid directly to the college and does not have to be refunded by the recipient.

This scholarship is open for study in any field of science: medicine, engineering, information technology, pharmacy, biotechnology, and other graduate courses pertaining to science (B.Sc) etc

A total of 5 such scholarships are granted each year.

The scholarship is open to all women under 19 years of age,who have completed their class XII examination with a minimum score of 85% in PCM/PCB

For more information visit : http://www.foryoungwomeninscience.com/

Fair & Lovely Foundation Scholarships 2012

Fair & Lovely Foundation Scholarships 2012

Fair and Lovely Foundation Scholarships for economically constrained women looking to pursue higher education

Fair and lovely scholarship offered for all graduation, post graduation and Phd courses in India from Government recognized Indian Universities.

Eligibility :
Scholarships are awarded to women only.
For Fair & Lovely Scholarships, candidates must: Have cleared HSC and must have secured atleast 60% marks in their 10th and 12th examination. Have a basic knowledge of English language.
Scholarships are awarded solely at the discretion of Panel Judges.

For more information visit : http://www.fairandlovely.in/

Qatar Airways Special Student Fares

Qatar Airways Special Student Fares

Qatar Airways recently announced special student fares to Europe, Australia and USA. The airline, with its extensive route network of over 100 destinations connecting 12 cities in India, is offering 40kg of baggage to Europe and Australia. Three piece of baggage each, not exceeding more than 23kg, to New York, Washington, Houston and Montreal. The fares are available for sale and travel until 30th April. Visit www.qatarairways.com/in for more information or call 07930616000 with its extensive route network of over 100 destinations and connecting from 12 cities in India.

For more information visit : http://www.qatarairways.com/in

Aviva Young Scholar Nat Geo Junior Hunt 2009

Aviva Young Scholar Nat Geo Junior Hunt 2009

The quest is to find India 's superkid - a 'Nat Geo Junior' - one who is curious, adventurous, articulate, energetic and smart and embodies the very values that Nat Geo stands for. This is a platform to provide the best learning experience for India 's brightest and smartest kids.

It all begins with the innovative 'Think again' test happening in schools across the nation. Worried that Nat Geo is not coming to your school for the 'Think again' test? You can now take the think again test online, right here on this site. The top 30 scorers in the test go through to the city finals.

The selection process for this nationwide hunt provides a rigorous training ground for children, starting with the innovative ‘Think again’ tests which will be conducted across schools in India. The tests will be then followed by scientifically designed rounds, which include games, puzzles, debates, thinking out of the box challenges, an adventure camp and grooming sessions.

In terms of gratification, there are 4 national and 20 city scholarships to be won. The winner will also get to host the Nat Geo Junior show for 3-months on the National Geographic Channel, along with a bouquet of prizes from other partners associated with the hunt.
For more info visit-: http://in.promos.yahoo.com/natgeo/

Endeavour Awards Australian Scholarships for Indian Students

Endeavour Awards Australian Scholarships
Opportunities for Indian students,researcher and professionals
The Endeavour Awards are the Australian Governments international competitive,merit-based scholarship program providing opportunities for citizens of India and international students.

Theses awards provide the opportunity for Indian researchers,executives and students to undertake short or long term study,research and professional development in broad range of discipline.

Endeavour Awards include-:
* Postgraduate and Postdoctoral Awards-1 to 5 years
* Vocation Education and Training Awards- 1 to 2.5 years
* Executive Awards- 1 to 4 months
* Student Exchange
Last date for all awards is 31st July 2009

For more information visit-: http://www.endeavour.deewr.gov.au/

Kishore Vaigyanik Protsahan Yojana-KVPY 2009

The "Kishore Vaigyanik Protsahan Yojana" is an ongoing program started by the Department of Science and Technology, Government of India, to encourage students of Basic Sciences, Engineering and Medicine to take up research careers in these areas. The aim of the program is to identify and encourage talented students with aptitude for research.

This program strives to assist the students to realise their potential and to ensure that the best scientific talent is tapped for research and development in the country. Generous scholarships will be provided (up to the pre-Ph.D. level) to the selected students.
In addition, summer programs for the KVPY Fellows are organised in prestigious research and educational institutions in the country.

ELIGIBILITY

These Fellowships are only for Indian Nationals studying in India.

The Department of Science and Technology, Government of India, offers attractive fellowships (Rs. 4000 to Rs. 7000 p.m) and contingency grants (Four months fellowship p.a) for students studying in Basic Sciences, Engineering and Medicine. Selection to the program takes into account academic excellence and demonstrated interest in pursuing research career. Selection procedures are different for Basic Sciences, SP (Engineering) and SP (Medicine) and SP(Basic Sciences). All of them, however, include an interview for final selection.

Basic Sciences
Stream SA: Students enrolled in the XI Standard (Science Subjects) during the academic year 2009-2010 and have secured a minimum of 75% (65% for SC/ST) marks in aggregate in MATHEMATICS and SCIENCE subjects in the X Standard Board Examination.

Stream SB+2: Students enrolled in Class 12 (+2) of the academic year 2009 - 2010 and aspiring to join undergraduate program in Basic Sciences (B.Sc / Int. M.Sc) for the session 2010 - 2011 provided they secured a minimum of 75% (65% for SC/ST) marks aggregate in MATHEMATICS and SCIENCE subjects in the X Standard Board Examination.

Stream SB: Students enrolled in 1st year B. Sc / Int. M.Sc. during the academic year 2009 – 2010 and have secured a minimum of 60% (50% for SC/ST) marks in aggregate in SCIENCE subjects in the XII Standard Board Examination.

Stream SP (Basic Sciences): Students enrolled in XI/XII standard, I/II year (B.Sc./Int. M.Sc.) in Basic Sciences during the academic year 2009 – 2010 and have secured a minimum of 60% (50% for SC/ST) marks in aggregate in the X & XII Standard Board Examinations. A hard copy of an original and creative science based research project is required along with the application.

Note for Students applying for Science Stream SP (Basic Sciences)
This has been started in order to program to recognize and encourage creative and innovative talent of youngsters pursuing Science. The project carried out as part of this application should be based on novel and innovative ideas. The project can be experimental or theoretical in nature. However, the project must show that the applicant is creative and adventurous, and ready to explore. The project should not merely reflect use of certain techniques or reporting of routine experimentation improvement of an existing product or a technique may be accepted provided such improvement involves original ideas and creativity. One may try to incorporate some addition to the design or practical implementation that improves an existing technique. The main criteria that would be followed for selection for the interview would be originality and innovation. Only after these criteria are met, the level of sophistication and the nature of the project would be taken into consideration.

SP(Engineering)
Stream SP (Engineering): Students joining First / Second year B.E./B.Tech./B.Arch during the academic year 2009 - 2010 and having secured a minimum of 60% (50% for SC/ST) marks aggregate in X and XII Standard Board Examinations. Students joining Second year B.E./B.Tech./B.Arch must have passed with a minimum of 60% (50% for SC/ST) in the First year exam of B.E./B.Tech./B.Arch. A hard copy of the Science/Engineering based research project is required along with the application.

Note for Students applying for SP Engineering Stream
KVPY application requires the report of a project, chosen and executed by the applicant and supervised by a teacher/professional in the relevant field, to be submitted along with the application. Based on the project submitted and scrutiny of application forms, short listed candidates will be called for an interview, which is the final stage of the selection procedure. The interview will be conducted at IIT, Bombay during the month of December 2009 or January 2010. Application without the project report will not be considered.

The project should not be a routine one (such as measuring well known property of materials etc.). Applicant's creativity and originality should be amply reflected in the project. The supervising teacher/professional is required to provide a recommendation letter on the form (supplied along with the application form) certifying the extent of the applicant's original contribution to the project.

Medicine
Stream SP (Medicine): Students joining First / Second Professional year of M.B.B.S. program during the academic year 2009 - 2010. Students must have passed XII Standard Board Examination with 75% (65% for SC/ST) marks aggregate in Science subjects or passed First Professional MBBS exam with not less than 60% (50% for SC/ST) marks. A Copy of the Bio – Medical research project is required along with the application.

Note for Students applying for Medicine Stream SP (Medicine)
KVPY application requires the report of a project, chosen and executed by the applicant and supervised by a teacher/professional in the relevant field, to be submitted along with the application. Based on the project submitted and scrutiny of application forms, short listed candidates will be called for an interview, which is the final stage of the selection procedure. The interview will be conducted at ICMR, New Delhi. Application without the Bio-Medical project report will not be considered.
The project should not be a routine one (such as measuring well known property of materials etc.). Applicant's creativity and originality should be amply reflected in the project. The supervising teacher/professional is required to provide two recommendation letters on the form (supplied along with the application form) certifying the extent of the applicant's original contribution to the project.

SELECTION PROCEDURE

Basic Sciences (SA and SB)

After scrutiny of application forms and based on the performance in the Board Examination, all the eligible candidates from Streams SA and SB will be called for a written aptitude test (multiple choice). The test will be conducted at different centers across the country on 1st November 2009 (First Sunday). The details of the venue of the aptitude tests will be put on to the KVPY website in October 2009. Based on the performance in the aptitude test candidates will be called for an interview which is the final stage of the selection procedure.

SP (Basic Sciences); SP (Engineering) and SP (Medicine)

KVPY applicant is required to submit the project report, chosen and executed by the candidate exclusively for this application. The projects done jointly with other candidates are not considered for KVPY Fellowship award. Applicant’s creativity and originality should be amply reflected in the project. This project has to be supervised by a teacher/professional in the relevant field. Based on the project submitted and scrutiny of application forms, short listed candidates will be called for an interview, which is the final stage of the selection procedure. The interview will be conducted either at IISc, Bangalore or IIT-Bombay, Mumbai or ICMR, New Delhi during the month of December 2009 or January 2010.

Please Note that applications without the project report will not be considered. The project should not be a routine one (such as measuring well known property of materials etc.) The supervising teacher / professional is required to provide a recommendation letter certifying the extent of the applicant’s original contribution to the project.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Request for Application Form


a. Each Stream has its own application form. Students who wish to apply for more than one Stream should submit separate applications.

b. Applicants may apply either by Hard copy or Online.

c. Application forms may be down loaded from the KVPY website. Those who are unable to do so, may request for a Hard Copy.

d. Hard copy of the application form can be obtained from KVPY on request by sending a processing fee of Rs. 200/- (Rs. 100/- for SC/ST) by means of remitting Rs. 200 (Rs. 100/- for SC/ST) “to any core banking branches of STATE BANK OF INDIA, payable at all branches in India. Paid into the credit of Administrative Executive, KVPY A/c. No. 10270577392” and send the “pay-in-slip” along with the request, clearly indicating the stream (i.e.SA, SB, SP etc.) on the envelope

e. The SC/ST – candidates should provide a copy of the caste certificate issued by a competent authority in the prescribed proforma.

f. The completed application form along with the

1. Caste certificate in the case of SC/ST candidate

2. Project report in the case of SP/Basic Sciences/ Engineering/ Medicine

3. copy of the marks statement of the qualifying examination(s), in the case of SP (Engineering), SP(Medicine).

4. The original copy of the challan of processing fee of Rs. 200/- (Rs. 100/- for SC/ST)

should reach KVPY on or before 11.9.09 (Friday).

g. KVPY will not be responsible for postal delays in receiving completed application.

h. Last date for receipt of the request for application form.
1. By post 01 September 2009
2. In person at IISc : 10 September 2009
3. Last date for receipt of the completed application (both Online/Hard Copy along with cast certificate, project report and processing fee ): 11 September 2009
For online application visit-: http://www.surfzone.co.in/kvpy-0910/
CONTACT
Mailing Address:
The Convener
Kishore Vaigyanik Protsahan Yojana (KVPY)
Indian Institute of Science
Bangalore - 560 012
E-mail: kvpy@admin.iisc.ernet.in
http://www.iisc.ernet.in/kvpy/

Maharashtra Science Olympiad Abhiyaan 2009

Maharashtra Science Olympiad Abhiyaan 2009
Golden opportunity for students of 7th to 10th standard.
MKCL's NET-Nurturing Excellence and Talent Program,opens the door of opportunity for school students to prepare for International Sciences Olympiad.
Under this program students from urban and rural areas will receive guidance from renewed field experts who will nurture and guide students for International level exams at extremely affordable cost.
Join Maharashtra Science Olympiad Abhiyaan

Last date for online application-: 30th May 2009

To Apply-:
Application form will be available in Maharashtra Knowledge Corporation Ltd -Authorized Training Centers (ALC) login

A Student has to visit MKCL ALCs to fill the application form.

ALC will help students for filling up the application form.

Students will get printout of the form.

Students will pay fees Rs.150 in cash.

Student will get receipt of cash paid.

Students will get Admit Card from ALC.

For more info and online application visit http://admissions.mkcl.ws/net/StaticPages/HomePage.aspx