Osmania University is one of the oldest institutes in India. This institute provides various courses in Social Science, Arts, Humanities, Law, Medicine, Engineering, Technology, Business Management and Commerce. The institute offers MSc courses in Botany, Chemistry, Computer Science, Physics, Electronics, Environmental Science, Forensic Science, Genetics, Mathematics, Microbiology, Statistics, etc.  The university conducts entrance examination for admission for various streams in Master of Science.

Structure of Osmania University M.Sc Physics Entrance Exam

The entrance exam questions are objective in nature. The duration of the entrance exam is ninety minutes. The total number of questions in the entrance exam is hundred. The exam consists of many questions testing the analogical skills. The other types of questions include matching, classification and comprehension of a study.

Syllabus for Osmania University M.Sc Physics Entrance Exam

• Uniform circulation motion
• Motion in one, two and three dimension
• Newtons law of motion
• Work power and Energy
• Rotatory motion of rigid bodies
• Kinetic theory of gases
• Gravitation
• Archimedes principle
• Simple Harmonic Motion
• Elasticity surface tension
• Viscosity and Bernoulli’s principle
• Calorimetry
• Expansion of solids, liquids and gases
• Thermodynamics
• Thermometry
• Isothermal changes
• Adiabatic changes
• Transmission of heat
• Wave motion
• Vibration of columns and strings
• Doppler effect
• Superposition of waves (beats, interference and stationary waves)
• Reflection at plane and spherical surface
• Refraction at plane surface
• Refraction through spherical surface
• Eye optical instrument aberration and defect of vision
• Wave nature of light
• Photometry
• Electric field and potential
• Capacity and condenser
• Electric conduction and heating effect of current
• Simple circuits
• Chemical effect of current and thermo-electricity
• Electromagnetism and magnetism
• Electromagnetic induction
• Alternating current
• Universe
• Diode and triode valves
• Semi-conducting devices
• Solids
• Atomic models and spectra
• Radio-activity
• Nuclear structure and nuclear energy
• Cathode rays and positive rays
• Photo-electric effect
• X-rays
• Matter waves

Eligibility Criteria

Candidate should obtain a minimum of 40% in B.Sc. Another important criterion for the candidate is to have studies physics and mathematics in the undergraduate course. The candidates under the SC/ST category need only pass mark in the qualifying exam.

How to Apply?

Application forms along with ICR sheet can be obtained from the Osmania University Press. The cost of the application form is Rs 100/-. The candidates can find the application form in the official web site www.osmania.ac.in. The candidates can fill the application form after downloading. The candidate has to send a DD of Rs 300/- for the course to the concerned authority. Another way of obtaining the form is through post. The candidate has to send a DD of Rs 100/- to the Director, Osmania University. The candidate needs to send a self addressed envelope also along with the DD. The demand draft can be taken from any nationalized bank in favor of Director, Publication and Press, Hyderabad. The demand draft are to be payable at Hyderabad. The completed application forms are to be sent to the Director, Osmania University. A demand draft of Rs. 150/- should be sent along with ICR sheet and the application form.

How to fill the Form?

The candidate need to fill both Intelligent Character Recognition (ICR) sheet and application form. The candidate should read the instructions carefully as specified in the brochure before filling in the form. The candidate should take utmost care while filling the application form. The candidate should the fill the application form personally. The applicant should enter their name as in the degree certificate while filling the ICR sheet. The candidate should leave one box after writing the first name to write the surname.

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.]

Last date of submitting forms without late fee: 1st Week of May, 2012

Last date of submitting forms with late fee Rs.200: 2nd Week of May, 2012

Last date of submitting forms with late fee Rs.400: 3rd Week of May, 2012

Date of Examination: 3rd Week of June, 2012

List of Osmania University M.Sc Chemistry Entrance Exam Centers

• Amalapuram
• Srikakulam
• Bobbili
• Visakhapatnam
• Viziangaram
• Kakinada
• Tuni
• Rajahmundry
• Eluru
• Machilipatnam
• Bhimavaram
• Guntur
• Vijayawada
• Bapatla
• Tenali
• Kavali
• Ongole
• Chirala
• Nellore
• Kadapa
• Chittoor
• Proddatur
• Tirupati
• Anantapur
• Madanapalli
• Hindupur
• Kurnool
• Nandyal
• Mahaboob Nagar
• Karimnagar
• Hyderabad
• Siddipet
• Nizamabad
• Kothagudem
• Nirmal
• Nalgonda
• Warangal
• Suryapet
• Jangaon
• Khammam

Contact Address for Osmania University M.Sc Physics Entrance Exam

• Address : The Director, Directorate of Admissions, Near University Press, Osmania University, Hyderabad - 500 609, Andhra Pradesh
• Phone: 040-27090136
• Website: www.osmania.ac.in

Colleges Accepting the Osmania University M.Sc Physics Entrance Exam Score University

• Anwarul-Uloom Collge
• AV College
• Shadan Institute of PG Studies
• Government College

Reference Books for Osmania University M.Sc Physics Entrance Exam

• Fundamentals of Waves & Oscillations by K. Uno Ingard
• An introduction to mechanics by Daniel Kleppner, Robert J. Kolenkow
• Mechanics by D S Mathur
• Introduction to Mathematical Physics by Charlie Harper
• Fundamentals of Electricity and Magnetism by Arthur F. Kip
• Mechanics by Keith R. Symon
• Electricity and Magnetism By Edward M. Purcell University Physics by F W Sears, M W Zemansky and H D Young
• Vibrations and Waves by A. P. French
• Electricity and Magnetism by J.H.Fewkes & John Yarwood
• Electricity and Magnetism by D C Tayal
• Introduction to Electrodynamics by J. Griffiths
• Physics - Problems and solved examples, basic concepts by Resnick and Halliday
• Physics by Example by Rees
• Physics Problems, with solutions by Min Chen
• A textbook of fluid mechanics and hydraulic machines by R.K. Bansal
• Coaching Centers for Osmania University M.Sc Physics Entrance Exam
• T.I.M.E (Triumphant Institute of Management Education Pvt. Ltd
• Aakash
• Tandem
• Brilliants Tutorial Pvt.Ltd
• Sreekrishna Entrance Coaching Center
• Oasis education services
• Career point
• Sahil study circle
• J .R. S Tutorials
• Narayana IIT Academy
• Prof P C Thomas Classes
• Hierank School of Competitions
• Pathfinder Academy
• Study Plan
• Focus on key concepts and topics in physics.
• Read the reference books of eminent authors and revise thoroughly.
• Refer to the books of graduation.
• Learn the difficult portions first and then focus on easy topics.
• Use time effectively to cover the portions well in advance.
• Revise the portions again at least one week before the exam.

How and Where To Get the Results?

The candidates can find their result on the Notice Board of Directorate of Admissions. The results can also be published in the official website of the university. The candidates can visit the website www.osmania.ac.in. to check their result.

Score Validity

The score obtained in the entrance exam of Osmania University will be valid for a period of one year.