International Institute for Population Sciences, IIPS, Mumbai
Deemed University
Govandi Station Road, Deonar
Mumbai
Maharashtra
Phone-No: 022- 2556 32545556
Fax: 022- 2556 3257
Email: director@iips.net
Website: www.iipsindia.org
Establish: 1956
About College:
The International Institute for Population Sciences (IIPS) serves as a regional Institute for Training and Research in Population Studies for the ESCAP region. It was established in Mumbai in July 1956, till July 1970 it was known as the Demographic Training and Research Centre (DTRC) and till 1985 it was known as the International Institute for Population Studies (IIPS). The Institute was re-designated to its present title in 1985 to facilitate the expansion of its academic activities and was declared as a 'Deemed University' in August 19, 1985 under Section 3 of the UGC Act, 1956 by the Ministry of Human Resource Development, Government of India. The recognition has facilitated the award of recognized degrees by the Institute itself and paved the way for further expansion of the Institute as an academic institution.
Started in 1956 under the joint sponsorship of Sir Dorabji Tata Trust, the Government of India and the United Nations, it has established itself as the premier Institute for training and research in Population Studies for developing countries in the Asia and Pacific region. IIPS holds a unique position among all the regional centres, in that it was the first such centre to be started, and serves a much larger population than that served by any of the other regional centres. The Institute is under the administrative control of the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India.
Besides teaching and research activities, the Institute also provides consultancy to the Government and Non-Government organizations and other academic institutions. Over the years, the Institute has helped in building a nucleus of professionals in the field of population and health in various countries of the ESCAP region. During the past 53 years, students from 42 different countries of Asia and the Pacific region, Africa and North America have been trained at the Institute. Many, who are trained at the Institute, now occupy key positions in the field of Population and Health in Government of various countries, Universities and Research Institutes as well as in reputed National and International organizations.
Course Name:
MSc Population Studies
in International Institute for Population Sciences, IIPS, Mumbai
Course Description:
MSc (Population Studies)
Eligibility:
Eligibility and Selection Procedure for MSc Population Studies in International Institute for Population Sciences, IIPS, Mumbai
Candidates with a Bachelor’s degree in social sciences including the subject of Mathematics/Statistics from a recognized university with at least 55% of aggregate marks or equivalent grade
Age Limit: The upper age limit is 25 years as on 30th June 2018. Marks and age are relaxable for candidates belonging to reserved categories as per GOI rules
How To Apply:
Application Procedure for MSc Population Studies in International Institute for Population Sciences, IIPS, Mumbai
Application Process
All eligible candidates are required to register online by visiting the Institute’s website www.iipsindia.org during 30th January, 2018 to 15th March, 2018.
The non-refundable processing fee is Rs. 1000/- for General category, Rs. 500/- for OBC (Non Creamy Layer) category, Rs. 250/- for SC/ST/PWD category. Processing fee will not be charged from the foreign candidates while submission of completed application forms.
The hard copy of the online application form along with supporting documents should reach to “The Assistant Registrar (Academic), International Institute for Population Sciences, Govandi Station Road, Deonar, Mumbai-400088” on or before 21st March, 2018
Closing Date:
Last Date for online application submission: 15th March 2018
Last date to receive hard copy of online application
and supporting documents at IIPS: 21st March 2018
Announcement of shortlisted candidates
for online admission test: 2nd April 2018
Issue of Admit Card: 7th - 13th April 2018
Date of Entrance Exam: 15th April 2018
Date of Interview: 16th - 18th April 2018
Commencement of academic session: 11th July 2018
Course Name:
MA Population Studies
in International Institute for Population Sciences, IIPS, Mumbai
Course Description:
MA (Population Studies)
Eligibility:
Eligibility and Selection Procedure for MA Population Studies in International Institute for Population Sciences, IIPS, Mumbai
Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university with at least 55% of marks or equivalent grade. Preference shall be given to candidates holding a bachelor’s degree in Math/Stat/Eco or any social science subject
How To Apply:
Application Procedure for MA Population Studies in International Institute for Population Sciences, IIPS, Mumbai
Application Process
All eligible candidates are required to register online by visiting the Institute’s website www.iipsindia.org during 30th January, 2018 to 15th March, 2018.
The non-refundable processing fee is Rs. 1000/- for General category, Rs. 500/- for OBC (Non Creamy Layer) category, Rs. 250/- for SC/ST/PWD category. Processing fee will not be charged from the foreign candidates while submission of completed application forms.
The hard copy of the online application form along with supporting documents should reach to “The Assistant Registrar (Academic), International Institute for Population Sciences, Govandi Station Road, Deonar, Mumbai-400088” on or before 21st March, 2018
Closing Date:
Last Date for online application submission: 15th March 2018
Last date to receive hard copy of online application
and supporting documents at IIPS: 21st March 2018
Announcement of shortlisted candidates
for online admission test: 2nd April 2018
Issue of Admit Card: 7th - 13th April 2018
Date of Entrance Exam: 15th April 2018
Date of Interview: 16th - 18th April 2018
Commencement of academic session: 11th July 2018
To know more Information about course please visit: www.iipsindia.org