Amrita University is conducting an entrance exam called as Amrita Centre for Nanosciences Entrance Test (ACNS Entrance Test) for admitting students in various Nanosciences courses.

The courses offered by are:

• M.Tech Nanotechnology (Biomedical Stream or Technology Stream)
• M.Tech in Molecular Medicine

Structure of ACNS Entrance Test

The questions will be from physics, chemistry, mathematics, medical sciences, electronic devices and engineering. There will be a written test consisting of questions from the above mentioned subjects. The candidates successfully completing the entrance exam will be asked to attend the interview.

Syllabus for ACNS Entrance Test

Part – A: Mathematics

• Algebra
• Elements of Number Theory
• Group Theory
• Vectors
• Matrices and Determinants
• Analytical Geometry
• Circles
• Conic Sections (Analytical Geometry)
• Definition of a Conic
• Parabola
• Ellipse
• Hyperbola
• Trigonometry
• Complex Numbers
• Differentiation
• Applications of Derivatives
• Inverse Trigonometric Functions
• General Solutions of Trigonometric Equations
• Integration
• Definite Integrals
• Differential Equations

Part – B: Physics

• Basic mechanics and laws of motion,
• Electrical and magnetic properties
• Dynamics
• Newton’s Laws of Motion:
• Surface Tension
• Work - Power - Energygravitation
• Concurrent Co-Plannar Forces
• Heat
• Gas Laws: Mode Of Heat Transfer
• Geometrical Optics
• Waves
• Refraction Through A Prism
• Refraction at A Spherical Surface
• Physical Optics
• Introduction to Theories Of Light
• Diffraction
• Polarisation
• Electrostatics
• Electric Charges: Capacitors: Current Electricity
• Electromagnetic Induction
• Pure Resistor
• Inductor
• Capacitor
• Atomic Physics
• Introduction To Atomic Physics
• Photo Electric Effect
• Lasers
• Nuclear Physics
• Radioactivity
• Elementary Particles: Solid State Electronics
• Soft Condensed Matter Physics
• Liquid Crystals

Part – C: Chemistry

• Periodic table
• Elementary bonding theory
• Basic inorganic and organic chemistry
• Atomic structure
• Biomolecules
• Chemical bonding
• Chemical energetic
• Chemical kinetics
• Chemical thermodynamics
• Chemistry in everyday life
• Classification of elements and periodicity in properties
• Coordination compounds
• Electrochemistry
• Environmental Chemistry
• Equilibrium in physical and chemical processes Ionic equilibrium
• General principles and processes of isolation of elements
• Hydrocarbons
• Hydrogen
• Organic Compounds with functional group containing nitrogen
• Organic compounds with functional groups containing halogens (X)
• Organic compounds with functional groups containing oxygen
• P-Block Elements
• Polymers
• Purification and characterization of carbon compounds
• Redox reactions
• S-Block Elements (Alkali and Alkaline Earth metals)
• Solid state Chemistry
• Solutions
• Some basic concepts in Chemistry
• Some basic principles of Organic Chemistry
• States of matter
• Surface chemistry
• The d-and f-Block elements
• Stoichiometry
• Atomic Structure
• Periodic Properties
• Oxidation Number
• Gaseous State
• Chemical Kinetics
• Organic Compounds with Oxygen-2 Amines
• Phenols

Part – D: Biology

• Physiology
• Anatomy
• Basic cell biology
• Genetics
• Biology and Human Welfare
• Biotechnology and its Applications
• Cell: Structure and Function
• Diversity in Living World
• Ecology and Environment
• Reproduction and Development in Humans
• Reproduction Growth and Movement in Plants
• Structure and Function - Animals
• Structure and Function – Plants

Part E: Medical Sciences

• Common infectious diseases
• Bacteriology
• Virology
• Cancers
• Various diseases of the cardiovascular system
• Nervous system
• Pulmonary system
• Digestive system

Part – F: Electronics / Devices

• Semiconductors and Junction diode
• Junction transistors and Digital electronics

Part G: Engineering

• Mechanical Engineering
• Chemical Engineering
• Materials Engineering

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates applying for MTech in nanotechnology should have masters degree in any of the stream listed below

• Physics
• Chemistry
• Materials
• Biotechnology
• Biochemistry
• Bioinformatics
• Zoology

OR

Candidates should have a B TECH degree in

• Mechanical
• Electrical
• Chemical
• Electronics
• Biomedical
• Biotechnology

Candidates applying for MTech in Molecular Medicine should have a master’s degree in life sciences or an engineering degree

MBBS / BDS / BPharm degree holders can also apply for both the streams of MTech course

All the candidates should have scored not less than 60 % marks in degree examination Otherwise they are not eligible

How to Apply?

From Amrita University counter by paying an amount of Rs 650 as DD candidate can buy the form The DD should be in favour of the Amrita Centre for Nanosciences & Molecular Medicine at Kochi. For availing application form through mail candidate should send a requisition letter to:

• The Director, Amrita Centre for Nanosciences and Molecular Medicine, M Tech Molecular Medicine Admissions, Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences

How to fill the Form?

Keep the form neat and clean Candidate should not change any details after filling the form. Do not scribble or write anything on the application form Candidate should not forget to attach all the documents / certificates with the application form. Make all the arrangements for filling the form before starting to fill.

Important Dates (Tentative)

Application forms should reach the directors office before the second week of May, 2012

Entrance exam will be held on the last week of May, 2012

Interview will be held on the last week of May, 2012

List of ACNS Entrance Test centers

• Amritapuri (Kollam)
• Bangalore
• Chennai
• Coimbatore
• Hyderabad
• Kochi
• Kolkata
• Kozhikode
• New Delhi
• Thiruvananthapuram

Contact Address for the ACNS Entrance Test

• The Director, Amrita Centre for Nanosciences & Molecular Medicine, M Tech Admissions - Nanotechnology, Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences Campus, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, AIMS-Ponnekkara PO Kochi - 682041 Kerala
• Phone : 0484 – 2851832 / 09048062499
• Fax: 0484- 280 2030
• E-mail : researchsecretary@aimsamritaedu

College Accepting the ACNS Entrance Test score

Amrita Centre for Nanosciences, Kochi

Reference Books for ACNS Entrance Test

• The Material World by Rodney Cotterill
• Phase Equilibria Phase Diagrams and Phase Transformations
• Nanotechnology for Environmental Remediation
• New Global Frontiers In Regulation
• Simulating the Physical World
• Bio-MEMS and Biomedical Nanotechnology
• Nanoscale Transistors Device Physics Modeling and Simulation
• Nano-tribology and Nano-mechanics
• Advanced Magnetic Nanostructures
• Micro-manufacturing and Nanotechnology
• Springer Handbook of Nanotechnology
• Nanowires and Nanobelts: Volume 2: Nanowires and Nanobelts of Functional Materials
• Mems/Nems Handbook
• Computational Physics of Carbon Nanotubes
• Nanowires and Nanobelts: - Volume 1: Metal and Semiconductor Nanowires
• Arbon Nanotubes and Related Structures
• Nanotechnology and Nanoelectronics - Materials Devices Measurement Techniques
• Computational Thermodynamics
• The Physics of Carbon Nanotube Devices
• Introduction to Nanoscale Science and Technology
• Electrical Transport in Nanoscale Systems
• Fundamentals of Nanoscale Film Analysis
• Quantum Transport
• Handbook of Microscopy for Nanotechnology
• Introduction to Nanoelectronics

Coaching Centers for ACNS Entrance Test

• Brilliant tutorials pvt ltd
• Darshana academy
• Tandem
• Sree Krishna entrance coaching center
• Excellent institute
• Prof P C Thomas Classes
• Akash institute
• Narayana institute of information technology academy
• Physics techniques
• Career point
• Oasis education services
• Sahil study circle
• J R S Tutorials
• Guru dronacharya
• Takshila institute

Study Plan

The topics for the entrance exam are very vast so create time for studying each topic in depth. Manage the available time effectively. Only then you can score good marks in the entrance exam. Lecture notes will be very useful so candidates can create small notes on each topic. Attending coaching centers would be really helpful.

How and Where To Get the Results?

The result will be published in the official site and the website address is: http://wwwamritaedu/

Score Validity

Until the admission process in the ACNS is closed, the score will remain valid.