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NRI and Foreign National Students

DA-IICT, a UGC recognised statutory university, has announced Admission to the thirteenth Batch (2013 Batch) of its M Tech (ICT) program for the academic year 2013-14. Admission to this batch for Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) and Foreign Nationals (FN) will be through a separate channel called Direct Admission of Foreign and NRI Students (DAFS). For the purpose of Admission, Persons of Indian Origin (PIO) will be regarded as Foreign Nationals.

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Definitions

Non Resident Indian (NRI) in this context means, Non Resident Indian as defined under the Foreign Exchange Management Act of the Reserve Bank of India is a person resident outside India who is either a citizen of India or a person of Indian Origin.”

Under this definition even students studying abroad can also be treated as NRIs and accordingly be eligible for   foreign investments and NRE/FCNR accounts. Further a person of Indian Origin includes a person, being a citizen of any country other than Pakistan and Bangladesh who (i) held an Indian Passport at any time, or (ii) himself or either of his parents or any of his grandparents were citizens of India, or (iii) is a spouse of an Indian citizen, or (iv) is a spouse of a person covered under (i) or (ii) above.

"Foreign National" (FN) in this context means an individual having citizenship of a foreign country (citizens of all countries other than India) and not having the status of "NRI".


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Eligibility

 1.  For the MTech program a qualifying undergraduate degree in the form of B.E. / B.Tech or equivalent with specialization in one of the following areas: Electrical and Electronics (EEE), Electronics and Telecommunications (ECE), Computer Science/Engineering (CSE), Information Technology (IT).

OR

M.Sc in Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or Statistics

For PG admissions to Msc IT, MDes or MSc ICT ARD the candidate must have a qualifying undergraduate degree in a suitably allied discipline that will be evaluated on a case to case basis.

 2.  Candidates must have passed (or must be appearing for in the year 2013) the qualifying examination, must have secured a minimum GPA of 6 on a 10-point scale, if grades are awarded. In case marks are awarded, candidates must have secured at least 60% aggregate in their qualifying degree.

 3.  Candidates, who are appearing in the qualifying degree examination in the year 2013, will be considered for provisional admission based on their GRE scores and scores up to their most recent examination in their qualifying degree programs. All such candidates will be required to produce the proof of having passed the qualifying examination to the Institute latest by 30 October 2013 failing which such provisional admission will stand cancelled.

Note: The above eligibility criteria is only a minimum requirement and the institute will use the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) scores to shortlist candidates for offering admission.


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Fee Structure
The fee structure for NRI and FN students is as indicated below
Tuition fee US $5,000 per semester
Registration Fee US $100 per semester
Caution Deposit US $1,000  (Refundable at the end of the Program)
Hostel Charges US $500 per semester
Food As per actual, as charged by the canteen/cafeteria.
(These expenses will be approximately US $50 per month)


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Admission Criteria

Admission will be granted based on

 1.  the scores in their qualifying degree program.

 2.  GRE General Test scores

 3.  Candidates will have to e-mail the scanned copy of GRE General Test scores directly to international_students[at]daiict[dot]ac[dot]in by 1st June 2013.

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Number of Seats

The number of seats in this category will be 5.

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How to Apply

Admission of all the international students will be done through the International Student Cell, Dhirubhai Ambani Institute of Information and Communication Technology. A student wishing to join the University should

  • Download the prescribed Application Form along with the instructions for filling up this Form by clicking here. Candidates who are admitted under NRI category of DAFS must continue within this category only and are not eligible for consideration under the procedure for Indian students.
  • Submit the Completed Application Form, along with the Application Fee of US $250 and following documents on or before 1st June 2013:

      • a.    Duly authenticated transcripts of all marks/grades secured in all terms/semesters leading to the qualifying examination.
      b.    Certificate/document from the appropriate authority indicating your residency status (NRI/FN).
to the following address
International Students' Cell
   Dhirubhai Ambani Institute of Information and Communication Technology
Near Indroda Circle
Gandhinagar – 382 007, Gujarat, India.
Fax: (079) 30520010
Email: international_students[at]daiict[dot]ac[dot]in


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Admission Procedures


  • If the student’s application for admission is approved by the International Student Cell, the candidate would be issued a provisional admission letter on or after 15th June 2013 for getting the student visa to India. It is the responsibility of the candidate to secure the student visa and have it endorsed to the Institute. It is also the responsibility of the candidate to obtain all other government clearances as applicable from time to time. However, the ISC through the Executive Registrar’s office will guide the candidate regarding the applicable requirements. NRI and PIO card holders do not require a visa.
  • On accepting admission, an amount of US $ 6,000 or its equivalent amount in Indian rupees at the time of payment ($ 5,000 towards Tuition Fee for the First Semester, and $ 1,000 towards Caution Deposit) is to be paid through Demand Draft (DD) drawn in favor of DA-IICT, Gandhinagar payable in a US bank. The DD shall be issued by a first class bank. DDs issued by Exchange Companies/Private Bankers will not be accepted.  The amount must reach the Institute not later than 25 June 2013.  If a candidate accepts the admission by paying the above amount but does not join, then only the caution deposit will be refunded. The Institute reserves the right to revise the fee and the payment structure as may be decided by it from time to time.
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Post-Admission Procedures


  • Admission Formalities: The candidate must report to the Institute by the designated dates for completion of admission formalities, inclusive of registration, payment of registration fee and Hostel Charges.
  • Document Verification: The candidate must submit the following documents for verification:

    •  a.   Visa: Original documents will be required to be shown for verification at the time of reporting. A photocopy of the passport duly attested and verified by the notary.
     b.   Copies of any other documents from government authorities regarding the status of the international student.
     c.   Degree/Pass certificate/of qualifying examination(s).
     d.   All mark lists/grade reports qualifying examination(s).(Semester-wise)
     e.   (For Exchange Students) Letter from the concerned authority at the home institution.
     f.   Letter from local guardian (if applicable).
     g.   Contact details of person to be informed in case of emergency.
     h.   Information about allergies, necessity of regular medication or any other physical or mental health issues. (It is recommended that students who are on medication must carry on their person a one week supply of medication).

    Note: The original certificates will be returned to the students immediately after making necessary endorsements.

  • Medical Examination: Undergo medical examination and obtain a medical fitness certificate. As per the Government of India rules, all persons entering India on student visa have to undergo a medical examination as prescribed by the Government of India. ISC through the Executive Registrar’s office would coordinate and facilitate the medical examination of international students through the institute’s facilities, the cost would be borne by the student. The result of the medical test would be communicated to the ISC and placed in the student file after consulting the Medical Officer of the Institute. Admission may be denied on health grounds at the discretion of DA-IICT on the advice of the Medical Officer of the Institute.
  • Health Insurance: International students must make arrangements for adequate health insurance. Students may make their own arrangements for international medical insurance. In this case, they must inform the ISC through the Executive Registrar’s office about the arrangements and submit copies of relevant documents for the student file. Otherwise, international students must avail of the health insurance facility arranged by the institute. The premium for the health insurance will be borne by the student.
  • Police Registration: International students are required to register with the local police authorities within a week of arrival. The ISA through the Executive Registrar’s office will provide assistance for the same.
  • Hostel Accommodation: For International Degree Students: Students admitted to the B Tech program must compulsorily reside on campus. Female students will be provided hostel accommodation on campus. PG male students will be provided hostel accommodation if available. The fees charged would be as per the rules in force.
  • For International Exchange Students: Hostel accommodation would be provided as per the terms of the MoU under which the exchange is being undertaken. The fees charged would be as specified in the MoU or exchange agreement.
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Address for Correspondence


International Students' Cell 
  Dhirubhai Ambani Institute of Information and Communication Technology
Near Indroda Circle
Gandhinagar – 382 007, Gujarat, India.
Fax: (079) 30520010
Email: international_students[at]daiict[dot]ac[dot]in


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Important Dates

Last date for receiving completed Application Form 1 June 2013

Last date for receiving GRE  Scores

7 June 2013

Last date for dispatch of Admission Offers to the selected candidates

15 June 2013

Last date for receiving Admission fee

25 June 2013

The candidates will be bound by the rules and regulations of the Institute as applicable during their course of study at DA-IICT. Disputes, if any, relating to admission shall be subject to Gandhinagar / Ahmedabad (Gujarat, India) jurisdiction only.

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