PROSPECTUS
2020 -21
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Administration
Chancellor Vice Chancellor His Excellency Prof. (Dr.). Amarendra Prof. Ganeshi Lal Narayan Misra
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Sri Kishore Chandra Das Prof.(Dr.) J Panigrahi Registrar Chairman, Post Graduate Council
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Smt. Minati Sahu Dr. Pabitra Mohan Nanda Comptroller of Finance & Controller of Examination Accounts
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From Vice Chancellor’s Desk
Khallikote University (KU) at Berhampur, the Unitary University in the state of Odisha with intensive research activities, aims at imparting quality education in several interdisciplinary professional courses. Our innovative post graduate curriculum and action plan will motivate the students by igniting their analytical thinking and creativity in these professional interdisciplinary courses which have social relevance as well as job prosperity. In order to realize the educational needs of the millennial, the University has implemented learning management system (LMS) to facilitate 24 x 7 learning. The world is changing fast and our next generation have to catch it up and compete with the rest of the globe with the sincere efforts, dedication, honesty, punctuality and devotion of our qualified faculty members. Moreover, Khallikote University is looking forward to be an innovative Research Intensive University of Odisha keeping the National Education Policy into account. Thus our goal is to create a pool of able, skilled and independent graduates, who will be progressive, confident and productive, and create a new competitive world.
Prof. Amarendra Narayan Misra
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Contents 1. KHALLIKOTE UNIVERSITY: A BRIEF PROFILE 4 1.1 Vision of the University 4 1.2 Mission of the University 4 1.3 MoUs and International Collaborations 5 1.4 Academics 5 1.5 Curriculum and Pedagogy 6 2. ADMISSION PROCESS 7 2.1 Selection Criteria 7 2.2 Eligibility 8 2.3 Result-Awaited (RA) Cases 8 2.4 Entrance Test 9 2.4.1 Application and Short-listing Intimation 9 2.5 Mode of Payment 9 2.6 Schedule of Entrance Examinations: 10 3. ADMISSION PROCESS 11 3.1 Return of Original Documents 11 3.2 Cancellation or Withdrawal of Admission 11 3.3 Reservation 11 3.4 Weightage 12 3.5 Age Limit and Relaxation 14 3.6 Fee Structure 15 4. POST GRADUATE DEPARTMENTS 16 4.1 Department of Biosciences and Bioinformatics 16 4.2 Department of Natural Resources Management and Geo-informatics 19 4.3 Department of Library and Information Science 22 4.4 Department of Economics and Management 24 4.5 Department of Mass Communication and Media Technology 26 4.6 Department of Travel, Tourism and Hospitality Management 28 5. FACILTIIES 30 5.1. Laboratory Facilities 30 5.2. Other Infrastructure Facilities 31 6. RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS AT KUB 32 6.1. Institutional Research Grants 32 6.2. Extra Mural Research Grants 32
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1. KHALLIKOTE UNIVERSITY: A BRIEF PROFILE Khallikote University at Berhampur (KUB) is a unitary university with intensive research activities established by Government of Odisha and recognised by the University Grant Commission (UGC). With an aim to impart quality education in several interdisciplinary professional courses, the University is dedicated to innovative pedagogy, rigour in scholarship, inculcating institutional values and international linkages.
The University was established as the first cluster University in the state of Odisha on 30th May 2015 under Rashtriya Uchhatar Shiksha Abhiyan (RUSA) in exercise of the powers conferred by subsections (1) and (2) of the Odisha University Act, 1989 (Odisha Act 5, 1989). Further, on 26th February, 2020, Government of Odisha in exercise of the powers conferred by subsections (1) and (2) and clause (g) of the sub section (3) of section 32 of the Odisha University Act, 1989 (Odisha Act 5, 1989) altered the Khallikote University to a Unitary University with intensive research activities.
1.1 Vision of the University: Khallikote University aspires to be one of most dynamic, vibrant and research intensive university of Odisha, responsive to the changing global trends, providing unparallel educational opportunities for the students hailing from lower socio- economic strata of society seeking quality education in the emerging areas of the professional and IT savvy world.
1.2 Mission of the University: The University strives to work hard as a team with a sense of commitment towards the educational, cultural, economic, environmental, health and social advancement of the state of Odisha in general and southern Odisha in particular: The University is devoted to provide quality education at master‟s and doctoral level through its own Post Graduate departments. To meet the challenges of the knowledge era and keep pace with the knowledge explosion in higher education, the University is committed to inculcate and sustain quality in all the dimensions of higher education viz. teaching, learning, research, extension and governance while catering to the regional needs, national aspirations and global competitiveness.
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1.3 MoUs and International Collaborations Khallikote University has signed MoU‟s (Memorandum of Understanding) with the following universities for exchange of faculty and students, and promotion of academic and research activities: Shu-Te University (STU), Taiwan National Pingtung University of Science & Technology (NPUST), Taiwan National Taiwan Ocean University (NTOU), Taiwan Odisha State Open University (OSOU), Sambalpur, India Asia University (AU), Taiwan National Taichung University of Education (NTUE), Taiwan
1.4 Academics Presently, the University at its transit campus at GMax Building on NH-16, Konisi, Berhampur, Odisha offers Post-Graduate (P.G.) and Doctoral Programmes in six interdisciplinary subjects through its six P.G. Departments: 1. Department of Biosciences and Bioinformatics 2. Department of Natural Resources Management and Geo-informatics 3. Department of Library and Information Science 4. Department of Economics and Management 5. Department of Travel, Tourism and Hospitality Management 6. Department of Mass Communication and Media Technology
The two years (four semesters) Master‟s degree programmes are: M.Sc. in Bioscience and Bioinformatics M.Sc. in Biotechnology (Department of Biotechnology, GoI supported) Master (M.A./M.Sc.) in Natural Resources Management and Geo-informatics Master in Library and Information Science MBA in Business Economics MBA in Tourism and Travel Management M.A. in Mass Communication and Media Technology
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Strengthening the research programme for both faculty and student by undertaking various research, extension and consultancy programmes addressing basic and regional problems in the national and international perspectives that, in turn, contribute to better quality teaching. Exploring the natural resources using knowledge and wisdom for sustainable development of the state and making the University as a leading Research- Intensive University. Engaging the manpower in the dissemination of knowledge and technology to the community, thereby strengthening and elevating them through various Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) activities and programmes. Creating conducive environment at the University for expanding the intellectual horizons and acquiring affirmative mindset, thereby thriving in an increasingly internationalized and competitive job market, and simultaneously transforming students to responsible citizens of the country.
1.5 Curriculum and Pedagogy The curriculum‟s of all the academic programmes of KUB are designed in consultation with senior academia as well as industry experts to empower the students to lead and excel in their respective career paths. All the programmes have both core and elective courses. The core courses facilitate the students the breadth and depth of knowledge of academic programmes pursuing. The elective courses offer the students the opportunity to choose from an array of subjects which will enhance the resume for a particular career. In order to provide cutting-edge research coupled with real life applications, these courses are taught by academia as well as industry experts.
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Teaching through group discussion/seminar Using of e-learning/learning management system Providing opportunities for students exchange in overseas universities
2. ADMISSION PROCESS Admission to the six PG Courses of Khallikote University will be conducted based on the performance in Central Universities Common Entrance Test 2020 (CUCET 2020) and Odisha State Universities Common PG Entrance Test 2020 (CPET 2020) through Student Academic Management System (SAMS) - Odisha as enumerated below: Seats to be filled through Name of the Course CUCET CPET OJEE 2020/CAT 2020 2020 2020/MAT 2020 M.Sc. in Bioscience and Bioinformatics 12 12 Not Applicable Master in Library and Information Science 12 12 Not Applicable M.A. in Mass Communication and Media 12 12 Not Applicable Technology Master (M.A./M.Sc) in Natural Resources 12 12 Not Applicable Management and Geo-informatics MBA in Business Economics 12 12 OJEE/CAT /MAT MBA in Tourism and Travel Management 12 12 score will also be considered for vacant seats, if any. Note: Any vacant seats from either CUCET 2020 or CPET 2020 (through SAMS-Odisha) can be interchangeably filled at the discretion of the competent authority of KUB.
The admission into the M.Sc. in Biotechnology programme will be conducted through the Graduate Aptitude Test - Biotechnology (GAT-B) 2020, which will be conducted by the Regional Centre for Biotechnology.
No. of seats for M.Sc. in Biotechnology – 10
2.1 Selection Criteria Admission into PG courses cannot be claimed as a matter of right. The University reserves the right to admit or deny admission to the students. Selection for
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admission into different courses shall be done through CUCET 2020 OR CPET 2020 (through SAMS-Odisha) and academic career with a weightage of 70% and 30%, respectively. Absentees in both CUCET 2020 and CPET 2020 shall be disqualified for admission at KUB. However, any vacant seats for the two PG Courses (MBA in Business Economics and MBA in Tourism and Travel Management) from either CUCET 2020 or CPET 2020 will be filled through the candidates having valid OJEE/CAT/MAT score. The detailed criteria for career evaluation are as under:
Degree Marks Pattern 10th/H.S.C./ Secondary or 5 (Total marks secured / Maximum marks) x 5 equivalent 12th / Sr. Secondary/ 10 (Total marks secured / maximum marks) x 10 Intermediate or equivalent Graduation (Aggregate) 10 (Aggregate marks secured in all subjects / Maximum marks in all subjects) x 10 Graduation (Honours) 4 (Total marks secured in honours / maximum marks in honours) x 4 Distinction in graduation 1 NB: In case of identical total mark in (entrance + Career), entrance mark will be taken for deciding merit. If entrance marks are also identical then career mark in graduation examination (+3) and then +2 marks will be considered for deciding rank, respectively. In case, of +2 career mark being identical, the applicant born earlier will get the higher rank.
1. Detailed information about CUCET 2020 is available on www.cucetexam.in.
2. Detailed Information about CPET 2020 (through SAMS-Odisha) is available on www.samsodisha.gov.in.
3. Detailed Information about GATB-2020 is (through Regional Centre for Biotechnology) is available on www.rcb.res.in/GATB/.
2.2 Eligibility For each programme the eligibility criteria has been specified at respective pages along with seats available and other related information.
2.3 Result-Awaited (RA) Cases Result-awaited categories are the applicants who have appeared in the qualifying examination for which the results are awaited. Such candidates are also eligible to
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apply for consideration of provisional admission. All such candidates will be required to produce proof of having passed the qualifying examination to the institute latest by September 30, 2020 failing which such provisional admission will stand cancelled. Such students will be given minimum pass percentage of eligibility while preparing the merit list. If the candidate is found ineligible at a later date even after admission to Khallikote University his/her admission will be cancelled without refunding the amount paid.
2.4 Entrance Test The entrance test of CUCET-2020 will be held during September 18-20, 2020 and the entrance test of CPET-2020 (SAMS Odisha) will be held during September 30 to October 07, 2020. The entrance test for M.Sc. Biotechnology (GATB-2020) will be held on October 03, 2020.
2.4.1 Application and Short-listing Intimation After the declaration of the results of CUCET-2020, CPET-2020 and GATB-2020, the list of qualified candidates will be notified in the Khallikote University website www.kub.ac.in and also in the notice board of the University. The qualified candidates will be intimated and/or invited for Online/ Offline counseling at KUB as the case may be deemed fit, as per the notified counseling schedule. Along with the intimation letter, the candidate will be provided with other relevant information, i.e. i) the required fees to be paid by the candidate at the time of counseling-cum-admission, ii) the list of original documents to be verified during admission, and iii) the last date of admission for the concerned candidate.
2.5 Mode of Payment All types of fees prescribed for admission must be made through bank draft drawn in favour of Chairman, PG Council, Khallikote University payable at Central Bank of India, Khallikote College Branch (IFSC code. CBIN 0283241), Berhampur (the name, Exam. Ref/Roll no. and address of the student should be written clearly on the reverse of the bank draft).
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2.6 Schedule of Entrance Examinations
CUCET 2020 Activity Date Opening of online application form for all PG programmes March 16, 2020 Closing of online application form for all PG Programmes June 06, 2020 Issue of admit card for all programmes To be notified later* CUCET-2020 PG Entrance Examination Dates September 18-20, 2020 Upload of Answer Key To be notified later* Grievance, if any To be notified later* Corrected answer Key, if any To be notified later* Declaration of Results To be notified later* * Please refer the website https://www.cucetexam.in/
CPET 2020 (SAMS Odisha) Activity Date Availability of online Common Application Form (CAF) in August 12, 2020 the website (2:00 PM) Last date of applying online CAF through August 31, 2020 www.samsodisha.gov.in (11:45 PM) Available of Hall Ticket in applicant e-Space for downloading September 20, 2020 (2:00 PM) Commencement of Entrance Examination (CPET 2020) September 30 to October 07, 2020 Updation of Graduation/Equivalent mark by applicant till October 10, 2020 (11:45 PM) Handing over the entrance marks to OCAC by the Entrance October 20, 2020 Exam Conducting Universities Publication of State wide merit list October 25, 2020 Completion of Admission Process by the respective November 20, 2020 Universities and Colleges, offering PG teaching facility Commencement of PG 1st Year Classes December 01, 2020
GAT-B 2020 Activity Date Online application start date June 01, 2020 Online application closing date June 18, 2020 Issue of admit card June 25, 2020 GATB-2020 PG Entrance Examination Dates October 03, 2020 Display of Question Paper and Answer Key on Website To be notified later$ Last date of accepting representation of any discrepancy in To be notified later$ Question paper and Answer Key Declaration of GAT-B rank of Candidates To be notified later* $Please refer the website www.rcb.res.in/GATB
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3. ADMISSION PROCESS Selected candidates can take admission to the course for which they are selected, in person. The process of admission is done by depositing the following documents to the University. a. College Leaving Certificate (CLC) in original from the Institution last attended; b. Conduct Certificate in original from the Institution last attended; c. Original Mark Sheet/Certificates starting from H.S.C/Secondary to last qualifying examination; [in case of +3 Examinations/Degree in Science/Arts/Commerce/Engineering, etc., the mark sheets of First Examination to Final Examination (semester/year wise) are to be submitted separately, if detailed marks are not provided in the final mark sheet]. d. Migration Certificate in original for candidates from other Universities. In case the parent University is not providing the migration certificate at the time of admission, the admission of candidate will still be allowed if he/she gives an undertaking to that effect. e. Four attested passport size coloured photographs. f. Original Caste Certificate for SC/ST candidates. g. Required fees specified in the Intimation Letter. h. Copy of the certificate regarding claims with respect to any reservation such as disability for Physically Handicapped Person, Ex-serviceman, Sports quota, etc.
The University will notify to candidates indicating the completion of the admission process and details regarding commencement of classes.
3.1 Return of Original Documents Original documents will be returned after the verification except CLC, Conduct Certificate and Migration Certificate.
3.2 Cancellation or Withdrawal of Admission Normally the cancellation or withdrawal of admission is discouraged. However, KUB follows the policy of cancellation and withdrawal of admission as prescribed by University Grants Commission (UGC) from time to time. The guidelines prescribed by UGC regarding refund of fess that is in force while taking admission in KUB will remain applicable for the whole duration of the course.
3.3 Reservation For all the courses except M.Sc. in Biotechnology, subject to eligibility and submission of proof belonging to the following categories, some of the seats will be reserved as follows:
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a) Scheduled Caste [SC] & Scheduled Tribe [ST] SC-16.25% of the sanctioned strength of each course shall be reserved for SC applicants (G.O. 11710/HE, Dtd.: 01/06/2015) ST-22.5% of the sanctioned strength of each course shall be reserved for ST applicants (G.O. 11710/HE, Dtd.: 01/06/2015) The reserved seats are not interchangeable between SC & ST. SC/ST applicants selected for admission on their merit shall not be counted against reserved seats. However, any modification made by the Government in the reservation policy will be followed during admission. b) Persons with Disabilities (PwD) 5% of sanctioned seats shall be reserved for PwD (Persons with Disabilities) students with extent of disability not below 40% (Blind and Low Vision, Hard of Hearing, Locomotors Disability including Cerebral Palsy, Leprosy Cured, Dwarfism, Acid Attack Victims and Muscular Dystrophy, Autism, Intellectual Disability, Specific Learning Disability and Mental Illness). (G.O. 10161/HE, Dtd.: 07/04/2018) In respect of PwD/Physically Handicapped, the candidate may be asked to appear before a Medical Board constituted by the Chairman, P.G. Council. The decision of the Medical Board will be final and binding. c) Ex-Serviceman [ESM], Serving Defense Personnel [SDP], Children of Martyrs [CoM]: 1% of the sanctioned seats shall be reserved for Self/ Children/ Wife/Husband/ of Ex-Serviceman, Serving Defence Personnel and Children of Martyrs. (G.O. 10161/HE, Dtd.: 07/04/2018)
3.4 Weightage Number of seats in each stream, except for M.Sc. in Biotechnology, filled up by the applicants with weightage, shall not exceed 10% of the sanctioned strength. This 10% of seats shall be proportionately distributed among all categories of applicants. An applicant, who is selected with weightage and taken admission, shall continue to remain in this 10% bracket, even if cut-off mark is reduced in subsequent selections. a) NCC: Applicants holding B Certificate shall be given weightage of additional 5% of marks over and above the aggregate marks secured at the Degree (+3) or Equivalents examination.
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Applicants who have represented the State at the All India level NCC Camps/Courses/Activities shall be given weightage of additional 3% of marks over and above the aggregate marks secured at the Degree (+3) or Equivalents examination. b) NSS: Applicants who have represented the Country at International level shall be given first priority as per the guidelines prescribed by Government of Odisha. Applicants who have represented the state at National Level Camp shall be given Weightage of additional 5% of marks over and above the aggregate marks secured at the Degree / Equivalent examination. Applicants who have represented the inter State Category Camp shall be given Weightage of additional 3% of marks over and above the aggregate marks secured at the Degree/Equivalent examination. Applicants who have got the best NSS Volunteer award in University level shall be given Weightage of additional 2% of mark over and above the aggregate marks secured in Degree/Equivalent examination. c) Rover & Ranger: Rovers & Rangers possessing and producing the original certificate signed by the President of India shall be given weightage of additional 5% of marks over and above the aggregate marks secured at the Degree (+3)/ Equivalent examination. Rovers & Rangers possessing and producing the original certificate signed by the Governor/ PATRON/ President of the State association shall be given weightage of additional 2% of marks over and above the aggregate marks secured at the Degree (+3)/Equivalent examination. d) Sports & Games: Applicants who have represented the country at international level shall be given first priority during preparation CPET-2020 state rank. Applicants who have represented the state at national level shall be given weightage of additional 10% of marks over and above the aggregate marks secured at the Degree (+3)/Equivalent examination. Applicants who have represented the school at the Inter-State School Sports Meet level shall be given weightage of additional 5% of marks over and above the aggregate marks secured at the Degree (+3)/ Equivalent examination.
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g) International Students: Admission into P.G. courses are subject to clearance from Government of India with a student visa and submission of due medical fitness certificate including HIV test and other eligibility as prescribed by Govt. of India, which will be considered over and above the sanctioned strength in the P.G. Courses, as per availability of foreign students, NRIs, and Government of India sponsored candidate, after due consideration of such applications by the HOD and Chairman, P.G. Council with prior approval of the Vice-Chancellor. Admissions under these categories may be considered within two months from the last date of admission, if he/she has submitted the application with all documents within due date. There is no need for the candidates to appear for entrance test (CUCET 2020/CPET 2020). h) For all the reservation categories and special weightage categories, the applicant must submit certificates from competent authorities, acceptance of which is subject to satisfaction of Admission Committee of the University. There will be no validity limit for NCC/ NSS/ Scouts/ Sports certificates.
For M.Sc. Biotechnology programme, the reservation policy as framed by MHRD/DBT, Govt. of India, from time to time will be followed.
3.5 Age Limit and Relaxation: The maximum age limit for each course is 25 years (relaxation in age will be provided as per the guidelines stipulated by Govt. of Odisha/Govt. of India, as applicable). The industry/ government/ private sponsored candidate will be given relaxation in age equivalent to years of service rendered in the sponsored company/ institute.
Khallikote University Building (Transit Campus)
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3.6 Fee Structure:
Particulars Fee Details A. One Time Fee (To be taken during admission) Admission Fee Rs. 1500.0 University Registration Fee Rs. 500.0 Identity Card Rs. 200.0 Library Fee Rs. 1000.0 Grade sheet and Degree Certificates etc. (during Convocation) Rs. 500.0 Total One time fees Rs. 3700.0 B. Semester Fee (to be taken at the beginning of each semester) Tuition Fee Rs. 500.0 Course Fee [inclusive of Development fee (60%), Seminar Fee Rs. 5000.0 (5%), Sports Fee (5%), Cultural activities (10%), Student welfare activities (10%), Students insurance (5%), Miscellaneous (5%)] Test and Examination Fee Rs. 1500.0 *Laboratory Fee: Cat I. Major Lab based Courses (BSBI, NRMG and MCMT) Rs. 5000.0 Cat. II. Minor Lab based Courses (EM, LIS, and TTHM) (*Department of Biotechnology, GoI supported Rs. 2000.0 students will be exempted from this fee) #Medical Fee (First-aid and emergency consultancy only) #This Rs. 1000.0 fee does not include hospitalization cost and transport to hospital. likely to increase with facility on case to case basis. Total Semester Fees Cat I. Major Lab based PG Courses Rs. 13,000.0 Cat. II. Minor Lab based PG Courses Rs. 10,000.0 Cat. III. DBT or equivalent Supported PG Courses Rs. 8,000.0 C. Refundable Caution Money (to be deposited at the time of admission) University Caution deposit (Refundable) Rs. 2000.0 Library Caution Deposit (Refundable) Rs. 1000.0 Laboratory Caution Deposit (Refundable) Rs. 2000.0 D. Transport Fee *(Optional) Rs. 7000.0 per semester Note 1: Examination repeat fee @ Rs. 250.00 per paper will be included in addition to prescribed examination fees for the defaulter students at time of form fill up/ re-registration.
Note 2: Hostel admission fee, monthly establishment fee of the hostel and mess charges will be collected as per the fee structure approved for the Hostels from time to time.
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4. POST GRADUATE DEPARTMENTS 4.1 Department of Biosciences and Bioinformatics About the course and its scope Currently, the department of Biosciences and Bioinformatics is offering two PG courses, i.e. M.Sc. in Bioscience and Bioinformatics, and M.Sc. in Biotechnology (Department of Biotechnology, Ministry of Science & Technology, Govt. of India Supported Programme).
Both M.Sc. in Bioscience and Bioinformatics and M.Sc. in Biotechnology are unique interdisciplinary programmes by conglomerating basic biology with frontiers of various applied domains of biological science and biotechnology with emphasis on bioinformatics. The department is determined to evolve as one of the best in providing quality education in terms of classroom knowledge sharing and brilliantly designed modern technical laboratory facilities through it highly qualified and dedicated faculty members. Our determination to be easily accessible to student‟s purpose will hopefully make us a better performer.
We strongly believe that healthy professional academic atmosphere can be produced through scientific discussion and sharing novel ideas. Thus, the students can exploit the knowledge by actively participating in journal clubs, seminars and industry-academia visits in addition to class room and laboratory based learning, where they can stay updated with the progress in current day research and industry. To make the student fit for both higher learning as well as industry ready, each student will be assigned with a project work in the final semester, where they will be trained under the supervision of a faculty member. Apart from this, few open courses will be proposed in collaboration with other departments of our university that will help the students keep their analytical mind open to other domains of academics. Overall, the course will motivate the students to prepare for a brighter career in research, academia, and industries dealing with basic bioscience, agriculture, healthcare, and bioprocess technology.
Recently, this department was awarded with the „Centre of Excellence on Bioprospecting of Ethno-pharmaceutical of Southern Odisha‟ by OHEPEE, Govt. of Odisha through World Bank funding scheme. This Centre will carry out intensive research activities on medicinal plants in Southern Odisha and their potential in delivering various bio-active compounds for therapeutics usage. The centre will
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also attempt an industrial scale bioprospecting for translating the research on Lab- to-Industry mode.
Minimum Eligibility M.Sc. in Bioscience and Bioinformatics: Any Graduate in i) Science (Physics, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Mathematics, Botany, Zoology) having 50% of marks in aggregate or in honours with Biology at Intermediate/ Senior Secondary level or ii) professional courses (B.Tech., B.E., MBBS, B.Pharm., BHMS). Candidates seeking admission to M.Sc. Bioscience and Bioinformatics programme can apply through CUCET 2020 and CPET 2020 (SAMS Odisha). Relaxation of marks in qualifying exam will be given to different category of candidates as per Govt. of Odisha guidelines.
M.Sc. in Biotechnology: Bachelor‟s in Physical Sciences, Chemical Sciences, Biological Sciences, Agriculture in 10+2+3 pattern having 50% of marks in aggregate with Biology at +2/ Senior Secondary level. Candidates seeking admission to M.Sc. Biotechnology programme can apply through Graduate Aptitude Test - Biotechnology (GAT-B) 2020, conducted separately by Regional Centre for Biotechnology (https://www.rcb.res.in/GATB/).
Number of Seats M. Sc. in Bioscience and Bioinformatics – 24; M.Sc. in Biotechnology - 10
Students carrying out experiments in the Lab Training-cum-workshop organized
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Faculty Name: Dr. Jogeswar Panigrahi Designation: Professor Specialization: Plant molecular breeding Research projects handled: 07 (Ongoing – 01) Research guidance: Ph.D – 08 (completed) , 04 (ongoing) Research Interest: Molecular elucidation and functional genomics of biotic stress resistance in crop plants. Research publications: Journal – 41, Book chapter – 07 Name: Dr. Sushil Kumar Pathak Designation: Associate Professor and HOD Specialization: Infection Biology Research projects handled: 05 (On-going – 01) Research guidance: Ph.D – 02 Research Interest: Host-Pathogen interactions in Mycobacterial and Helicobacter infections. Research publications: Journal – 19 Name: Dr. Manoj Kumar Panda Designation: Associate Professor Specialization: DNA Fingerprinting and Biodiversity Conservation Research Projects Handled: 02
Research Guidance: PhD - 03 (Completed - 01, Ongoing - 02) Research Interest: Genetic Diversity of Plants, Population Genetics & Conservation of Threatened Medicinal Plants and Phytochemical Evaluation of Medicinal Plants Research publications: Journal – 19 Name: Dr. Saswat Sourav Mohapatra Designation: Assistant Professor Specialization: Microbiology, Molecular biology Research Interest: Bacterial Cell cycle regulation and Signal transduction mechanisms
Research Projects Handled: 02 ( Ongoing) Research publications: Journal – 18, Book chapter- 03
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Name: Dr. Sunil Kumar Behera Designation: Assistant Professor Specialization: Bioprocessing technology Research Interest: Microbial fermentation technology, Microbial mineral processing. Research Projects Handled: 01 ( Ongoing) Research Publications: Journal -13, Book Chapter – 05 Name: Mr. Tapan Kumar Singh Nayak Designation: Assistant Professor Specialization: Immunology Research Interest: Macrophage inflammatory responses, TLR signaling and its regulation. Research Publications: Journal – 02 Name: Dr. Aditya Kumar Panda Designation: Assistant Professor Specialization: Immunogenetics Research Interest: Immunogenetics of Infectious Diseases and Autoimmune Disorders Research guidance: Ph.D – 02 Research Projects: 02 (ongoing) Research Publications: Journal – 60; Book Chapter – 01
4.2 Department of Natural Resources Management and Geo-informatics About the course and its scope Master degree (M.A./M.Sc) in Natural Resources Management and Geo- Informatics (NRMG) is a two year interdisciplinary program for students who want to develop i) understanding in natural resource studies, conservation science, ecological science and associated tools, and ii) skills in geospatial technologies and required knowledge that will contribute to find sustainable solution to most pressing real-world challenges in managing the natural resources and emerging environmental problems. The main focus of the course is „translating‟ natural resource science and social science within areas of the world‟s highly vulnerable regions into „science for policy and decision making‟ products, advice and services. Over the period of four semesters, students will conceptualize the ideas of natural resources in rich and diverse ways, contemporary environmental issues and also sound knowledge on computational and analytical foundation of Geo-informatics
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and modelling. Application of geospatial technology on natural resources management are to be done through hands-on exercises, workshops and four week intensive summer internship and also a semester long major project. There will be flexible option of choosing choice base credits from other departments to build research interest of their domain. The uniqueness of programme lies in integrating Geo-informatics technique in sciences based decisions making of natural resources management and habitat conservation in implementing sustainable development goals and positioning the country towards meeting its global commitments and targets. The master degree at KUB will try to develop the critical masses with technique and tools of sustainable management of natural resources with geo- information and earth observation tools.
Minimum eligibility: Any graduate (Agricultural Science, Marine Science & Oceanography, Marine Engg., Botany, Chemistry, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, Geology, Physics, Zoology, Forestry, Mirco-Biology, Geography, Mathematics) with minimum of 45% marks in aggregate. Relaxation of marks in qualifying exam will be given to different category of candidates as per Govt. of Odisha guidelines.
Number of seats: 24
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Faculty: Name: Dr. Manoranjan Mishra Designation: Associate Professor Specialization: Remote Sensing and GIS Research and consultancy projects handled: 10 (Ongoing – 03) Research guidance: Ph.D. - 01
Research Interest: Climate Change Modeling, Costal Blue Carbon Assessment, ICZM, Remote Sensing and GIS Research publications: Journal – 13, Book Chapter – 07 Name: Dr. B. Anjan Kumar Prusty Designation: Associate Professor and HOD Specialization: Environmental Impact Assessment, Ecotoxicology and Conservation Ecology Research and consultancy projects handled: 20 (Ongoing – 01)
Research guidance: Ph.D. – 01 Research Interest: Environmental Contamination Studies, Ethology and Habitat Ecology Research publications: Journal – 41, Books – 04, Book chapters – 25 Name: Dr. Bikram Sen Sahu Designation: Assistant Professor Specialization: Geoinformatics and Environmental Sciences Research Interest: Spatiotemporal variability analysis of natural resources, Environmental Modeling and Climate Change Research publications: Journal -01 Name: Dr. Kabita Baral Designation: Assistant Professor Specialization: Decentralized Governance of Natural Resources and Environmental Justice Research Interest: Resource and Environmental Geography, Regional Development, and Waste Management Research Projects Handled: 02 ( Ongoing) Research publications: Book Chapter -01 Name: Mr. Santosh Kumar Beja Designation: Assistant Professor Specialization: Geology and Paleo-climate Research Interest: Paleo-climate, Paleo-ocenography Research publications: Journal -02
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4.3 Department of Library and Information Science About the Course and its scope The two years Master of Library and Information Science (also termed as MLIS) Programme under Semester-cum-Choice Based Credit System shall comprise of various papers/courses spreading over four semesters. Master of Library and Information Science is a professional postgraduate course that covers an advanced study of the principles and practices of Library Science and Library Administration along with the current technologies involved therein. The program is designed to prepare students with a strong foundation in LIS and to make them enable to handle effectively the modern day libraries and information centers. The program is intended to provide a master-level library and information technology-oriented curriculum that focuses on the practices, design, and development of information systems, databases & repositories to solve real-world problems. Post-graduates of the program are expected to be able to take significant roles in planning, organizing, managing, designing, configuring and implementing systems using state-of-the-art technologies within organizations. Apart from this, the course essentially includes the study of cataloguing and classification, collection development and management, information systems and technology, research methods, bibliometrics, preservation of information resources, reference and information sources and services, database management, digital library, e-learning and knowledge management, etc. It also teaches students to determine the best technical solution and effectively utilize technology to add value to the field.
Minimum Eligibility Any Graduate having 50% of Marks in Aggregate Graduate in Arts (Library Science as Core/Hons./Elective) with 45% Marks in Aggregate B.Lib/ B.Lib & Inf. Sc. (One Year Course after Graduation) with 45% Marks in Aggregate. Relaxation for reserved candidates will be as per Govt. of Odisha Rules.
Number of seats: 24
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Demonstration on library automation National workshop organized Faculty: Name: Dr. Jyotshna Sahoo Designation: Associate Professor and HOD Specialization: Preservation & Conservation, Knowledge Organisation, INSB Research Projects handled: 2 Research Guidance: Ph.D. – 5* (*ongoing) Research Interest: KM, MIS, Scientometrics, OER Research Publications: Journal – 20, Book – 3, Book Chapter – 07 Name: Dr. Raj Kishor Kampa Designation: Assistant Professor Specialization: Research Methodology Research Interest: Open source software, Pedagogy, E-learning Research Projects Handled: 01 ( On-going) Research Publications: Journal - 05, Book Chapters – 04
Name: Mr. Mrutyunjay Sethy Designation: Assistant Professor Specialization: Human Resource Management Research Interest: Research data management, Bibliometrics
Name: Mr. Desul Sudarsana Designation: Assistant Professor Specialization: Ontology Research Interest: Semantic Web, Knowledge Management and Scientometrics. Research Publications: Journal- 1
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4.4 Department of Economics and Management About the Course and its scope MBA in Business Economics is a unique programme offered by the department is first of its kind in the state of Odisha. This interdisciplinary course blends together the decision-making perspectives from active interaction of principles of Management, Economics and Law. The course has been designed to prepare professionals to serve a wide spectrum of functions embedded in corporations, business organizations, Government Bodies, Non-Profits organizations, Academia and above all research institutions performing Financial Analysis, Economic Feasibility Analysis, Business Analytics and Market Research etc. With intense competition in the market place and digital revolution every organization is spell bound to capitalize on its intellectual capital having multiple competencies which in turn augments the purpose of Value Maximization and Cost Optimization. This programme is manifested on contending narratives of nurturing talents to transform them into tomorrow‟s best corporate decision makers.
Minimum Eligibility: Any Graduate having 50% of Marks in Aggregate/Honours. Relaxation for reserved candidates will be as per Govt. of Odisha Rules.
Number of Seats: 24
Faculty Development Programme organized
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Faculty: Name: Dr. Manoj Kumar Dash Designation: Associate Professor Specialization: Marketing Analytics, Retail Analytics and Econometrics Research projects handled: 02 and Ongoing - 04 Research guidance: Ph.D.- 05 + 04 (Pursuing ) Research Interest: Digital Marketing & Consumer Behaviour, Marketing Analytics, Sustainable Marketing, inclusive Growth and Development, Entrepreneurship Innovation Research Publications: Journal- 71, Book-11, Book chapter-15 Name: Dr. Mrutyunjay Swain Designation: Associate Professor and HOD Specialization: Mathematical Economics & Econometrics Research projects handled: 22 (Ongoing: 01) Research guidance: Ph.D. – 4 Research Interest: Agricultural and Resource Economics, Agri- entrepreneurship, Agri-tourism, Climate Change, Rural Finance, Disaster Management, Food Security and Sustainable Development, Gender Studies, Energy Studies Research Publications: Journal-34, Book-04, Book chapter-20 Name: Dr. Biswajit Prasad Chhatoi Designation: Assistant Professor Specialization: Financial Analytics Research Guidance: Ph.D.- 01 (On Going) Research Interest: Sustainable Development & Financial Literacy Research Projects Handled: 01( Ongoing) Research publications: Journal – 25, Book-01, Book chapter -11 Name: Mr. Sharada Prasad Sahoo Designation: Assistant Professor Specialization: Behavioural Management and Human Capital Management Research Interest: HCM Effectiveness, Sustainable Differentiation, Diversity Management Research Projects Handled: 01( Ongoing) Research Publications: Journal – 04 Name: Mr. Chandrika Prasad Das Designation: Assistant Professor Specialization: Corporate Finance Research Interest: Cost & Management Accounting, Financial Management, Entrepreneurship Research Publications: Journal- 14, Book-01, Book Chapter- 02
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4.5 Department of Mass Communication and Media Technology About the Course and its scope In India, all forms of mass media - print, electronic, cinema, public relation and digital media have been growing and going to be humongous in the foreseeable future. The rapidly growing media industry demands a large number of media professionals with a thorough training in the various media sectors. The department offers a two year full-time programme on “M.A. in Mass Communication and Media Technology”, which provides a blend of rigorous industry oriented hands-on training as well as a variety of technical skills for multi-tasking. It also caters to research and exposure to industries best practices through field work. This degree will have job opportunities in the field of Public Relations, Corporate Communication, Event Management, Advertising, Radio and Video Jockey, Journalism and Online media. Some government organizations like Indian Information Service, Broadcasting Corporation, All India Radio, Doordarshan, Press Information Bureau, Directorate of Advertising and Visual Publicity also take candidates from this discipline. This P.G. programme is designed to adopt semester system with Choice Based Credit System (CBCS). The primary goal of this department is to nurture aspiring media and communication professionals to substantiate as role models in the media industry.
Minimum Eligibility: Any Graduate having 45% of Marks in Aggregate/Honours. Relaxation for reserved candidates will be as per Govt. of Odisha Rules.
Number of Seats: 24
Students being trained on software Students practising video recording practising
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Name: Dr. Bandita Kumari Panda Designation: Associate Professor and HOD Specialization: TV/ Video production, Film Appreciation, Media Commercials, Educational Media, Research projects handled: 04 Research Interest: Advertising, Social Media, Films,Online Journalism Research publications: Journal-10, Book- 01, Book Chapter -01 Name: Dr. Raj Kishore Patra Designation: Assistant Professor Specialization: Public Relation, Media Ethics, Development Communication, Media and Culture Research Interest: Public Relations, CSR, Internal Communication, Fake News, etc. Research publications: Journal – 6 Name: Ms. Neha Pandey Designation: Assistant Professor Specialization: Media Laws, Advertising, New Media, Communication Theories and Models Research Interest: Political Communication, Women and Gender Studies Research publications: 2 Name: Mr. Agni Kumar Behera Designation: Assistant Professor Specialization: Photography, Video Production, Radio Production Research Interest: Film Studies and Semiotics
Research publications: 1
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4.6 Department of Travel, Tourism and Hospitality Management About the Course and its scope The Post Graduate Department of Travel, Tourism & Hospitality Management offers a two years full-time programme on “MBA in Tourism and Travel Management”. The program is designed to provide with managerial skills in tourism and allied fields to the students. The Tourism Industry is one of the largest and fastest growing sectors of Indian Economy. The total contribution of Travel & Tourism to employment was 8.0% of the total employment in India (WTTC report 2017). This MBA program at Khallikote University prepares the students to explore exciting careers in the following areas: Transportation, travel and tourism International and domestic tourism Logistics and Hospitality Air, Road, Rail and Water way services Travel retailers and tour operators Specifically, it may find a position as a Ground handler, Logistic manager, Ticket and counter manger, Tour operators, Marketing executives for Tour & travel companies, Managers in Air, Rail, Road Transport, Ship and Cruise Companies, Foreign Travel Ticketing & Visa Executive, Desk manager, Travel counsellor, Event manager, etc.
Minimum Eligibility: Any Graduate having 50% of Marks in Aggregate/Honours. Relaxation for reserved candidates will be as per Govt. of Odisha Rules.
Number of Seats: 24
World Tourism Day 2019 celebration Participation in an international conference
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Name: Ms. Ritu Tiwari Designation: Assistant Professor Specialization: Marketing & Cargo Management Research Interest: Rural Tourism Research Projects Handled: 01( Ongoing) Name: Dr. Iqbal Ahmad Bhat Designation: Assistant Professor and Coordinator Specialization: Ecotourism Research Interest: Sustainable Tourism and Pilgrimage Tourism Research Publications: Journals – 04, Book Chapter – 02 Name: Ms. Kalpana Behera Designation: Assistant Professor Specialization: Tour Operations & Management Research Interest: Sustainable Tourism and Poverty Eradication, Ecotourism
Resource Persons and Participants of a Faculty Development Programme Organized in KUB
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5. FACILTIIES 5.1. Laboratory Facilities
Central Instrumentation Facility (CIF)
Students Carrying out Experiments in the CIF
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5.2. Other Infrastructure Facilities
Information and Communication Central Library (with e-Resources) Technology (ICT) Cell
Computer Lab Career Counseling Meeting
Conference Hall Open Gym
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6. RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS AT KUB 6.1. Institutional Research Grants A research and development support in the form of „Centre of Excellence on Bioprospecting of Ethno-pharmaceutical of Southern Odisha‟ funded by OHEPEE, Govt. of Odisha (through World Bank Funding). Funding: Rs. 451.00 lakhs.
6.2. Extra Mural Research Grants Presently, following research projects have been awarded to the faculty members of Khallikote University from various funding agencies: 1. Development and characterization of simple sequence repeat (SSR) markers in Clitoria ternatea (L.), and mapping of loci controlling Taraxerol and Delphinidin content funded by SERB-DST, Govt. of India. PI: Prof. J. Panigrahi, Co-PI: Dr. A. K. Panda. Funding: Rs. 36.59 Lakhs. 2. Clean Coal Production by microbial flotation of ash material and coal de- sulphurization funded by DST, Odisha. PI: Dr. Sunil Kumar Behera. Funding: Rs. 9.86 Lakhs. 3. Role of Toll-like receptors and identification of novel disease activity markers in systemic lupus erythematosus funded by DST, Govt. of India New Delhi. PI: Dr. Aditya K Panda. Funding: Rs. 35.00 Lakhs. 4. Molecular Mechanisms of interaction between Helicobacter pylori and host cells funded by DBT, Govt. of India, New Delhi. PI: Sushil K. Pathak. Funding: Rs. 42.50 Lakhs. 5. Mental Model Mapping of Natural Habitat depletion due to excessive mining and industrialization: Analyzing the Public and Expert Perception of tribal funded by ICSSR, Govt. of India, New Delhi. PD: Dr. Manoranjan Mishra, Co-PD: Dr. Manoj Kumar Dash, Dr. Dinoj Kumar Upadhyay. Funding: Rs. 10.00 Lakhs. 6. Role of Agri-Entrepreneurship and Agri-Tourism in Rural Transformation in Tribal Areas of Odisha, India funded by ICSSR, Govt. of India, New Delhi. PD: Dr. Mrutyunjay Swain, Co-PD: Mrs. Ritu Tiwari. Funding: Rs. 8.40 Lakhs. 7. A study on an exploration of ICT tools for the sustainability of socio-economic development of the fishing community of Odisha State funded by ICSSR, Govt. of India, New Delhi. PD: Dr. Manoj Kumar Dash, Co-PD: Dr. Manoranjan Mishra. Funding: Rs. 5.00 Lakhs.
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8. Impact Assessment of Financial Literacy on Financial Inclusion: Special Reference to Khurda and Ganjam Districts of Odisha funded by ICSSR, Govt. of India, New Delhi. PD: Dr. Biswajit Prasad Chhatoi. Funding: Rs. 7.50 Lakhs. 9. Investigation into the role of bacterial two-component signaling systems in the development of resistance to polymyxins, the last resort antibiotics (Startup Research Grant) funded by SERB-DST, Govt. of India, New Delhi. PI: Dr. Saswat Sourav Mohapatra. Funding: Rs. 30.39 Lakhs. 10. Prioritising and Network Relation Modelling of the Faculty and Students Perception on use of Open Educational Resources using AHP-DEMATEI: A case study of Higher Education Odisha funded by Odisha State Open University, Odisha. PI: Dr. Manoranjan Mishra, Co-PI: Dr. Manoj Dash. Funding: Rs. 1.00 Lakh. 11. Evaluating the Acceptance of Mobile Learning (m-learning) by Open and Distance Learning (ODL) Students using Technology Readiness and Acceptance Model(TRAM) funded by Odisha State Open University, Odisha. PI: Dr. Raj Kishor Kampa. Funding: Rs. 1.00 Lakh. 12. Investigating the Role of Social Media in Addressing Public Health Development Issues in India: A Multi Criteria Decision Making Approach funded by ICSSR, New Delhi. PD: Dr. Manoj Kumar Dash. Funding: Rs. 8.00 Lakhs. 13. Women participation and leadership in fisher folk organization: A study of marine fishery cooperative societies in Ganjam funded by Odisha DHE, Bhubaneswar. PI: Dr. Kabita Baral. Funding: Rs. 2.41 Lakhs. 14. Genetic Mechanism of Polymyxin Resistance Mediated via Bacterial Two- Component Signal Transduction System funded by Odisha DHE, Bhubaneswar. PI: Dr. Saswat Sourav Mohapatra. Funding: Rs. 4.72 Lakhs. 15. Ecological complexity as a driver of resource use by bird of prey: Phase-I: Population assemblage along the coast in Ganjam district funded by Dept. of Science and Technology, Govt. of Odisha, Bhubaneswar. PI: Dr. B. Anjan Kumar Prusty. Funding: Rs. 9.98 lakhs.
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Laying of Foundation Stone of Khallikote University at Palur Hills Government of Odisha has allotted a piece of land at Pallur hills on the outskirts of Berhampur city for the permanent campus of Khallikote University. Recently, on 01st July 2020, the foundation stone was laid by His Excellency, Prof. Ganeshi Lal, Honourable Chancellor of Khallikote University and Governor of Odisha, through video conferencing, for the construction of Academic Block, Student Hostel, Auditorium, etc.
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How to reach Khallikote University The transit campus of Khallikote University is located at GMax Building on NH-16, in Konisi, Berhampur. The campus is around 12 km from Berhampur city centre and is well connected through various modes of transportation. Regular city buses ply from Berhampur bus stand to Konisi Junction, from where the present university campus is just around 400 mtrs away. Alternatively, one can hire an auto rickshaw or a taxi to reach the campus.
THE CHAIRMAN, P.G. COUNCIL, KHALLIKOTE UNIVERSITY, GMAX BUILDING ON NH-16, KONISI, BERHAMPUR-761008, ODISHA
Email: [email protected] / [email protected] Website: www.kub.ac.in
Tel: +91-7691858731; +91-9981380256; +91-8780978137
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