Sri Krishnadevaraya University conducts entrance test every year in order to admit the eligible candidates for the Master’s degree in Biochemistry. This university also offers post graduation courses in various other disciplines such as Law, Commerce, Arts, Business Administration.

Structure of Sri Krishnadevaraya University, Anantapur & Rayalaseema University, Kurnool M.Sc Biochemistry Common Entrance Test

The entrance examination that is conducted by the Sri Krishnadevaraya University consists of Mathematical and Analytical questions. The aptitude test comprises of 30 multiple choice questions. This test is compulsory to all the candidates. The marks obtained for this test will be considered for preparing the rank list. The main test will be carried out on the basis of the subjects chosen.

Syllabus for Sri Krishnadevaraya University, Anantapur & Rayalaseema University, Kurnool M.Sc Biochemistry Common Entrance Test

Elementary Chemistry

• Chemical Bonding
• Structure and reactivity
• Nomenclature
• Thermodynamics
• Chemical Kinetics

Elementary Biochemistry

• Cellular Organization
• Biomolecules
• Carbohydrates
• Lipids
• Aminoacids
• Proteins
• Nucleic acids
• Enzymes
• Nature and types of enzyme reactions
• Enzyme kinetics
• Enzyme inhibition
• Regulation of enzyme reactions

Metabolism

• Carbohydrate metabolism
• Glycolysis
• TCA Cycle
• Electron transport
• Bioenergetics
• Biological oxidation
• Nutrition
• Clinical Biochemistry

Modern biology

• Immunology
• Elements of Microbiology
• Molecular Biology
• DNA Replication
• Transcription
• Translation and Regulation of gene expression

Eligibility Criteria

The students should hold a graduate degree in the related field from any one of the recognized universities. They should also possess a second class with an aggregate of 55% marks. The minimum qualifying marks for SC/ST candidates is 50%.

How to Apply?

The application forms can be purchased from the Andhra Bank and the Head post offices. It is also available in some of the sub post offices. The forms can also obtained through post by sending a request to the Director, Directorate of Admissions, S.K.University, Anantapur-515 055. A demand draft of Rs. 220/- should be sent along with the request to the Director, DOA, S.K.University on Andhra Bank, 410, S.K.University Branch, Anantapur, or State Bank of India, Anantapur. The application has to be sent in a self addressed envelope of size 30 x 40 cm along with a stamp of Rs. 30/-. The name of the candidate, address and the course to which admission is sort should be written on the back side of the envelope. After filling the application forms, it should be sent to the THE DIRECTOR, DIRECTORATE OF ADMISSIONS, S.K.UNIVERSITY,ANANTAPUR – 515055 by speed post. It should reach before the last date for the acceptance of application forms.

How fill the Form?

The application forms should be filled carefully after reading the instructions given in the prospectus. Candidates have to fill the application forms in their own handwriting by using a black ink ball pen. A black and white photo must be affixed on the provided space along with the specimen signature of the candidate. Students have to be very careful while taking down the test centre code and subject code.

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.]

Start of Sale of application forms: First week of April, 2012

Last date for the receipt of application form: Second week of May, 2012

Date of Commencement of Entrance Examination: Last week of May, 2012

List of Sri Krishnadevaraya University, Anantapur & Rayalaseema University, Kurnool M.Sc Biochemistry Common Entrance Test centers

Sri Krishnadevaraya University

Contact Address for Sri Krishnadevaraya University, Anantapur & Rayalaseema University, Kurnool M.Sc Biochemistry Common Entrance Test

• Address: Bioinformatics centre, Dept. of Biochemistry,SKU, Ananthapur, Andhra Pradesh, India
• Phone # 255056(O), 255344(R)
• Email: [email protected]
• Phone: 255056(O), 255344(R)
• Fax: # 255804(O), 249463(R)
• Website: http://www.skuniversity.org

Colleges Accepting Sri Krishnadevaraya University, Anantapur & Rayalaseema University, Kurnool M.Sc Biochemistry Common Entrance Test

• National Degree College, Nandyal
• St. Joseph’s Degree College, Kurnool
• Sri Sankara’s Degree College, Kurnool
• C.V.L.N.R. Degree College, Anantapur
• P.V.K.K. Degree College, Anantapur
• Sri Vani Women’s Degree College, Anantapur

Reference Books for Sri Krishnadevaraya University, Anantapur & Rayalaseema University, Kurnool M.Sc Biochemistry Common Entrance Test

• Elementary Chemistry By Frederick Settle Barff
• Elementary Chemistry By Charles Elijah Linebarger
• Elementary Chemistry By A J Haas
• Elementary Chemistry By George Rantoul White
• Elementary Chemistry By Matthew Moncrieff Pattison Muir
• Elementary Chemistry By C E B Linebarger
• Elementary Chemistry By Frank Wigglesworth Clarke
• Rapid Review Biochemistry: With Student Consult Online Access  By John W Pelley , Edward F Goljan
• Elementary Biochemistry: an Introduction to the Chemistry of Living Cells  By Julian E Davies
• Biochemistry By Rastogi
• Biochemistry By Christopher K Mathews , K E Van Holde , Kevin G Ahern
• Biochemistry By I Bertini , P Hemmerich , J Livorness
• Classic Experiments in Modern Biology By Melvin H Green
• Modern Biology By Holt Rinehart, Winston
• Modern Biology By John H Postlethwait , Janet L Hopson
• Modern Biology and the Theory of Evolution By Erich Wasmann
• The Modern Biological and Earth Sciences By Peter J Bowler , John V Pickstone

Coaching Centers for Sri Krishnadevaraya University, Anantapur & Rayalaseema University, Kurnool M.Sc Biochemistry Common Entrance Test

• Brilliant Tutorials
• Career Institute
• FIIT JEE
• Classic Academy
• Training Establishment
• Akash Institute
• Ascent education
• IMS
• T.I.M.E.
• Career Forum
• Axiom Academy
• Vignesh Academy
• Sai Coaching academy
• Covalent Technologies
• G.K.B Tuition Centre

Study Plan

• The candidates should undergo a thorough preparation as this subject of study deals with the specific details of the chemical reactions as well as biological elements.
• Candidates must study the whole syllabus so as to pass the examination with good scores.
• They can also depend on the reference books and guides that are available in the market.
• Refer the old question papers as it helps the students to know about the important questions as well as the pattern of the examination.

How and Where To Get the Results?

The results of the Sri Krishnadevaraya University, Anantapur & Rayalaseema UniversityM.Sc Biochemistry Common Entrance Test can be obtained from the official website of Sri Krishnadevaraya University at the time of publication of the results. The website address is as given below.

http://www.skuniversity.org

Score Validity

The score obtained through the Sri Krishnadevaraya University, Anantapur & Rayalaseema UniversityM.Sc Biochemistry Common Entrance Test is valid for one year.