PIEAS Postgraduate Admissions 2020:Guidance and Updates

Introduction to PIEAS

Pakistan Institute of Engineering and Applied Sciences (PIEAS) is a multifaceted educational institution with academic and training programs being conducted at the highest level in a broad spectrum of disciplines. The breadth of its course offerings reflects the complexity and diversity of the programs of Pakistan Atomic Energy Commission (PAEC), for which PIEAS has been the major human resource development centre since 1967.

PIEAS has been conducting postgraduate degree and certificate programs for scientists, engineers, medical doctors and technicians over the last 50 years. The educational infrastructure that has been created for this purpose is now so extensive that, besides nuclear technology, the institution can pass on to the youth of the nation, the experience in a wide range of specialized fields such as information technology, nuclear medicine, medical physics, materials engineering, process engineering, systems engineering and laser technology. Postgraduate academic programs at PIEAS also involve R&D works, which frequently are published in international and national journals, conference proceedings and technical reports.

Admission Schedule 2020

Advertisement in Newspapers	March 31st, 2020
Written Test for Postgraduate Admissions	11th July (Saturday), 2020
Written Test Result on Web	24th July, 2020
Interviews for Postgraduate Admissions	10th-20th August, 2020
Final Merit List on Web	October, 2020
Date of Joining PIEAS	9th November, 2020

Post Graduate Programs at PIEAS

1. PhD / MS Systems Engineering

2. PhD / MS Mechanical Engineering

3. PhD / MS Nuclear Engineering

4. PhD / MS Materials Engineering

5. PhD / MSc Nuclear Medicine

6. PhD / MS Physics

7. PhD / MS Medical Physics

8. PhD / MS Computer Science

9. PhD / MS Process Engineering

10. MSc Radiation and Medical Oncology

11. PhD / MS Radiation Physics 12. PhD / MS Electrical Engineering

13. MS Mineral Resource Engineering 14. PhD/MS Chemistry

15. MS Cyber Security 16. PhD / MPhil Biological Sciences (at NIAB)

17. PhD / MPhil Bio-Technology (at NIBGE) 18. MS Nuclear Power Engineering (at KINPOE)

19. PhD Laser and Semiconductor Physics (at NILOP)

Information about admission to the above-mentioned postgraduate degree programs is given below. For information about other programs of PIEAS, interested students may visit the PIEAS website red.pieas.edu.pk. There are four types of students registered at PIEAS.

1. Regular Students

2. Fellows sponsored by PAEC or other strategic organizations

3. Fellows sponsored by IT & TELECOM ENDOWMENT FUND

4. HEC Scholarship holders for PhD

The Eligibility Criteria for Postgraduate Programs

i. Regular Students

In order to be eligible for admission in any of the aforesaid MS degree programs as regular students, first division is preferably required throughout the academic career provided they meet the pre-requisite course requirements of the degree program to which they are seeking admission. However, one-second division (≥ 50% marks) is allowed at any stage in the academic career from Matriculation to final degree. Applicants having third division in academic career are not eligible. However, the Rector, PIEAS only in case of nominees from foreign government/agencies, may relax this condition. There is no age limit for regular students.

ii. PAEC Fellowship Scheme

For fellowship in the aforesaid MS degree programs, first division is preferably required throughout the academic career. However, one-second division (≥ 50% marks) is allowed in academic career at any stage except the final degree. Maximum age limit for MBBS doctors is 32 years and 27 years for all other disciplines as on the reference date mentioned in the advertisement. The candidates having BS (4 years)/Master degree in Chemistry, Computer, Geo Physics or Geology must have studied Physics and Mathematics at undergraduate level. Field-wise eligibility in various MS programs for induction is shown in the table given below for 

REGULAR STUDENTS and FELLOWS SPONSORED BY THE PAEC FELLOWSHIP SCHEME.

·     All of the degrees must have been approved by the HIGHER EDUCATION COMMISSION.

·    Engineering degrees must also have accreditation by the PAKISTAN ENGINEERING COUNCIL.

·  Medical degrees must also have accreditation by the PAKISTAN MEDICAL AND DENTAL COUNCIL.

Selection Procedure for the MS Programs

1. The selection of the applicants as fellows of PAEC is strictly on merit on all Pakistan basis.

2. Eligible candidates according to the above mentioned criteria will be called for a written test in major cities throughout Pakistan.

3. Those who qualify the test will be called for interview.

4. Admission will be given on merit based on the results of the written test and interview.

Structure of Postgraduate Degree Programs

The duration of all the MS programs is two years. This includes 4 regular semesters of 16 weeks teaching followed by two weeks for terminal examinations, one summer session of 10 weeks and an initial orientation period of about 10 weeks, called the "Zeroeth Semester" in which fundamental concepts are reviewed. The regular semesters are primarily devoted to theory and laboratory courses. Terminal examinations are conducted at the end of each semester while tests; quizzes and assignments are regular part of the sessional assessment during a semester. The overall grades are based upon the sessional assessment as well as the terminal examinations. In the question papers, no choice is allowed and students are expected to attempt all the questions. The last semester is devoted to full time work on a research and/or development project which starts during an earlier semester.

The fellows are required to qualify a ten-week semester called the "Zeroeth Semester". The regular fee paying / departmental students are strongly advised to attend the zeroeth semester. It serves to fill some of the gaps in their knowledge of Computing, Mathematics and other areas. It also provides a transition period during which the students become familiar with the teaching methodology and academic environment at PIEAS. FELLOWS ARE REQUIRED TO ATTEND THESE CLASSES REGULARLY. SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF ZEROETH SEMESTER IS MANDATORY FOR FELLOWS FOR THEIR REGISTRATION IN THE FIRST SEMESTER

Terms and Conditions of PAEC Fellowship

The continuation of the fellowship is contingent upon satisfactory performance, which is adjudged at the end of each semester. Students winning the fellowship programs will be paid a fellowship of approximately Rs. 35,000 per month with the following benefits:

1. Full Fee-waiver

2. Free hostel / transport facility

3. Free indoor medical facility for self

Fellows have to pledge a surety bond to serve PAEC for 5 years after graduation.

Step by Step Application Procedure

·         Go to http://red.pieas.edu.pk/

·         Create an account and Login

·         Fill in and submit online application form

·         Upload recent passport size color photograph

·         Print Bank Challan

·         Make payment in Bank and Fill in paid bank challan details in your profile

·         Print Call Letter (which will be made available after verification of fee through bank)

·         Appear for Test at the venue and date mentioned in your call letter

·         List of Short-listed candidates for interviews will be placed on PIEAS website within 3 weeks after test

·         Keep visiting your profile on our website for any update before and after Entry Test

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