Gurukula Kangri Vishwavidyalaya was established with a sole aim to restore the early Indian Gurukula system of Education. It is situated in river banks of Ganges in Haridwar. The institution offers various post graduate level as well as doctorate level courses. The admission to these higher level courses is offered through entrance exams carried out by this institution.

Structure of Gurukul Kangri Vishwavidyalaya Ph.D in Environmental Science RET

Candidates those who possess the minimum educational criteria are eligible to appear for the written test in Environmental Science conducted by the Gurukul Kangri Vishwavidyalaya. The written examination is organized for a total of 100 marks. The question paper comprises of 100 questions which covers the entire syllabus. The questions are set in such a manner that there will be about ten questions from each section. Each question carries one mark. There are no negative markings for the wrong answers. In order to get qualified for this examination the candidate has to score a minimum of 50% marks.

Syllabus for Gurukul Kangri Vishwavidyalaya Ph.D in Environmental Science RET

Unit-I

• Definition, principles and scope of Environmental Science
• Structure and composition of atmosphere, hydrosphere, lithosphere and biosphere. Mass and Energy
• Earth, Man and Environment
• Geographical classification and zones
• Transfer across the various interfaces, material balance. First and Second law of thermodynamics, heat transfer processes
• Ecosystems, Pathways in Ecosystems
• Physico-chemical and Biological factors in the Environment
• Natural resources, conservation and sustainable development

Unit-II

• Fundamentals of Environmental Chemistry
• Gibbs’ Energy
• Chemical Potential
• Water Chemistry
• Solubility Product
• Solubility of Gases In Water
• Radionuclides
• Chemical Composition of Air
• Speciation
• Chemistry of Air Pollutants
• Particles, Ions and Radicals in the Atmosphere
• Oxygen and Ozone Chemistry
• Chemistry of Water
• Sedimentation
• Redox Potential
• Photochemical Smog
• Soil Chemistry
• Principles of Analytical Methods
• Flame Photometry

Unit-III

• Definition, Principles and Scope of Ecology
• Ecosystems
• Structure and Functions
• Abiotic and Biotic Components
• Food Web
• Ecological Pyramids,
• Types and Diversity
• Ecological Succession
• Population
• Community Ecology and Parasitism
• Forests Endangered and Threatened Species
• Biodiversity and Its Conservation
• National Parks and Sanctuaries
• Micro Flora of Atmosphere
• Air Sampling Techniques
• Identification of Aeroallergens
• Air-Borne Diseases and Allergies
• Environmental Biotechnology

Unit-IV

• Environmental Geosciences
• Fundamental Concepts
• The Earth Systems and Biosphere
• Conservation of Matter in Various Geospheres - Lithosphere
• Atmosphere and Biosphere
• Ecosystems Flow of Energy and Matter
• Coexistence in Communities-Food Webs
• Earth’s Major Ecosystems-Terrestrial and Aquatic
• Climates of India
• Earth’s Processes and Geological Hazards
• Mineral Resources and Environment
• Minerals and Population
• Ocean Ore and Recycling Of Resources
• Factors Influencing the Surface Water
• Ice Sheets and Fluctuations of Sea Levels
• Hydrological Cycle
• Origin and Composition of Seawater
• Land use Planning
• Environmental Management

Unit –V

• Sun as Source of Energy
• Radioactive Waste and Radioactivity
• Impacts of Large-Scale Exploitation of Solar

Unit-VI

• Transport and Diffusion of Pollutants
• Acid Rain
• Water Quality Standard
• Soil Pollution Control
• Industrial Waste Effluents and Heavy Metals
• Soil Micro-Organisms
• Degradation of Different Pesticides fungicides and weeds in soil
• Measurement of Noise and Indices
• Effect of Meteorological On Noise Propagation
• Sources of Marine Pollution and Control
• Radioactive and Thermal Pollution

Unit-VII

• Introduction to Environmental Impact Analysis
• Guidelines for Environmental Audit
• Introduction to Environmental Planning
• Urban Planning For India
• Rural Planning and Land use Pattern
• Concept and Strategies of Sustainable Development
• Cost-Benefit Analysis

Unit-VIII

• Sources and Generation of Solid Wastes
• Chemical Composition and Classification
• Different Methods of Disposal and Management of Solid Wastes
• Management and Risk Analysis
• Environment Protection-Issues and Problems
• Environment Policy Resolution
• Public Policy Strategies in Pollution Control

Unit-IX

• Basic Elements and Tools of Statistical Analysis
• Introduction to Environmental System Analysis
• Approaches to Development of Models
• Linear Simple
• Multiple Regression Models
• Leslie’s Matrix Model
• Point Sources Stream Pollution Model
• Box Model
• Gaussian Plume Model

Unit-X

• Environmental Education and awareness
• Environmental Ethics and Global imperatives
• Alkaline and Saline Soil
• Waste Lands and their reclamation
• Depletion of nature resources
• Biodiversity conservation Environmental hazards
• Eutrophication and restoration of Indian lakes

Eligibility Criteria

A candidate possessing a master’s degree in the relevant field with a minimum of 55% marks are qualified to appear for the entrance test. Students those who full fill these criterions can apply for the Ph.D Environmental Science Entrance Examination that is being conducted by the Gurukul Kangri Vishwavidyalaya

How to Apply?

Candidates those who possess a desire for appearing in Research entrance test have to pay an application fee of Rs. 800/- in cash or DD to the Registrar, Gurukula Kangri Vishwavidyalaya”. It should be payable at Haridwar. The student has to specify the name of the subject, his/her name and the discipline along with the appropriate code on theback side of the demand draft.

How to fill the Form?

Candidates have to go through the guide line that has been given in the admission brochure before starting to fill up the application form. After filling it successfully, the candidates have to send it to the specified address after attaching the photocopies of all the relevant documents.

Important Dates (Tentative)

[Please note that we only provide tentative dates based on previous years dates. For exact dates related information it is always best to check official websites only.]

Date of start of submission of Application Forms: First Week of October, 2012

Date of Commencement of Entrance Examination: Third Week of October, 2012

Contact Address for Gurukul Kangri Vishwavidyalaya Ph.D in Environmental Science RET

• Address: Gurukula Kangri Vishwavidyalaya, Haridwar - 249401, Uttarakhand, India.
• Phone: +91-01334- 311881
• Web Address: www.gkvharidwar.org
• Email Address: [email protected]

List of Gurukul Kangri Vishwavidyalaya Ph.D in Environmental Science RET Centers

• Gurukula  Kangri Vishwavidyalaya, Haridwar (for male candidates)
• Kanya Gurukula Mahavidyalaya Campus, Roorkee Road, Jwalapur, Haridwar (for female candidates)

Colleges Accepting Gurukul Kangri Vishwavidyalaya Ph.D in Environmental Science RET score

Gurukul Kangri Vishwavidyalaya

Reference Books for Gurukul Kangri Vishwavidyalaya Ph.D in Environmental Science RET

• General Microbiology by Pelczar, Chan, and Krieg
• General Biochemistry by Larinzar
• Microbiology by Tortora, Funke and Case
• Water Supply and Sewerage by Steel and McGhee
• Water Supply and Wastewater Engineering by Raju
• Water Supply and Sanitary Engineering by Birdie
• Microbiology by Krueger and Johansson
• Handbook of Air Pollution Control by Mycock, McKenna and Theodore
• Air Pollution Control Engineering by Rao and Rao
• Microbiology for Sanitary Engineers by McKinney

Coaching Centers for Gurukul Kangri Vishwavidyalaya Ph.D in Environmental Science RET

• Agrawal Classes
• Aakash Institute
• Global Educational Trust
• Career Forum
• Achiever’s Academy
• Success Guru
• Bulls Eye
• Capital Institute of Competition Training
• CET Tutorials Pvt. Ltd
• AIMS
• Advent Solution

Study Plan

Start early: The candidates have to start the preparations way before the test. It is not possible to cram the entire syllabus within a very short span of time.

Organize: Start preparing for the examination by establishing a calendar that outlines the daily schedule of topics for revision.

Outline: While studying make a brief note of the important points. Mark the difficult portions on the outline which you have created earlier. After finishing this review, start off again with the portions that you have highlighted.

Make Flash Cards: One of the effective techniques to study the definitions and the important dates are by creating flash cards.

How and Where To Get the Results?

The results can be downloaded from the website of the Gurukul Kangri Vishwavidyalaya after the official declaration. The website address is as follows: www.gkvharidwar.org

Score Validity

The score of this Environmental Science Research entrance Test will be valid for a time period of twelve months.