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ICMR- NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF NUTRITION

Hyderabad - 500 007, Telangana State

PROSPECTUS

N-CET

NIN-COMMON ENTRANCE TEST

ONLINE

FOR ADMISSION INTO- 2 YEAR POST-GRADUATION IN

M.Sc. (APPLIED NUTRITION)

Supported by ICMR-NIN

&

M.Sc. (SPORTS NUTRITION)

Supported by Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports (MYAS), GoI

FOR THE ACADEMIC SESSION 2021-2023

AFFILIATED TO OSMANIA UNIVERSITY

Hyderabad, Telangana State

CONTENTS

Sl. No. Particulars Page No.

1. Important Information and Dates at a Glance 1

2. About M.Sc. (Applied Nutrition) and M.Sc. (Sports Nutrition) 2-15

2.1 Tuition Fees Structure 5

2.2 Study Scheme of M.Sc. (Applied Nutrition) 6-9

2.3 Study Scheme of M.Sc. (Sports Nutrition) 10-13

2.4 Scheme of Examination of M.Sc. Courses 14

2.5 Award of Degree, Provision of Reappearing, Attendance 15

2.6 Cancellation of Admission 15

3. About N-CET (NIN -Common Entrance Test) 16

4. Examination Procedure 16-17

4.1. Syllabus 16

4.2. Pattern of the Entrance Test & Negative Marking 16

4.3. Mode of Examination 17

4.4. Duration of Examination 17

4.5. Medium of Question Paper 17

4.6. Center Preferences 17

5. Elligibility and Qualifications 17-18

5.1 For M.Sc. (Applied Nutrition) 17

5.2 For M.Sc. (Sports Nutrition) 17

5.3 For Both the Courses 18

6. Admission Procedure 18-20

6.1 Number of Seats 18

6.2 Scrutiny of Applications 19

6.3 Selection of Candidates 19

6.4 Hostel Accomodation 19

6.5 Anti-Ragging Regulations 19-20

7. General Instruction and Submission of Application Form/ Payment of Fees 20

7.1. General Instructions 20

7.2. Details of Fee Payment 20

7.3. Instructions for Filling the Online Application Form 20

8. Preparation of Merit List 20-21

8.1. Qualifying criteria 21

9. Reservations 21

10. Miscellaneous Provisions 22

10.1 Help Desk 22

11. Original Documents to be submitted at the time of admission/counselling 22-23

12. Annexures 24-28

Annexure-I (Rules of Admission for Local and Non-Local candidates) 24-25

Annexure-II (EWS Certificate Format) 26

Annexure-III (OBC Certificate Format) 27

Annexure-IV (SC/ST Certificate Format) 28

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1. IMPORTANT INFORMATION AND DATES AT A GLANCE

1. Applications by email/ physical submission are not accepted.

2. Applications submitted only through the link on the website are accepted.

3. No further notification or individual intimations will be sent unless there is a change in schedule.

4. The Last date for submission of the application form, date of the entrance examination, and other

important dates may be changed depending upon the prevailing conditions of COVID-19

pandemic, and any such information will be updated on the NIN website from time to time.

Candidates are requested to check the website (www.nin.res.in) frequently for

updates.

AFFILIATION Osmania University, Hyderabad, Telangana

DURATION Two Years

MODE OF

SELECTION

All India - NIN Common Entrance Test (N-CET) & Counselling

TUITION FEE APPLIED NUTRITION: Rs. 1,02,500 (1st year) ; Rs. 89,000 (2nd year)

SPORTS NUTRITION: Rs. 1,05,500 (1st year); Rs. 92,000 (2nd year)

EDUCATIONAL

QUALIFICATIONS

Common for both Applied Nutrition (AN) & Sports Nutrition (SN):

MBBS or

B.Sc. in:

Nutrition/ Food & Nutrition/ Applied Nutrition/Nutrition & Dietetics

Home Science/ Food Science/ Biochemistry/ Zoology

Applied Nutrition & Public Health

Clinical Nutrition & Dietetics Eligible only for Applied Nutrition (other than common qualifications)

B.Sc. Nursing Eligible only for Sports Nutrition (other than common qualifications)

B.Sc. in ‘Food Science and Quality Control’

B.Sc. Life Sciences (Botany, Genetics, Microbiology)

BAMS

Sl.No. Particulars Important Dates and Details

1. Availability of the link for Application form on the website 12.08.2021

2. Last date for Online Submission of Application Form

(through the link provided)

31.08.2021 11.59 pm

3. Application Fee Payable by Candidate

General/EWS/OBC Rs. 3000.00

SC/ST Rs. 2700.00

4. Hall Tickets (will be generated online) From 08.09.2021 onwards.

5. Date of Entrance Test 18.09.2021 @ 02.30 pm to 04.00 pm

6. Duration of Examination 90 minutes

7. Centre of NCET As indicated in Admit Card

8. Website www.nin.res.in, (link provided for online

application)

9. Declaration of Results To be announced on website later

10. Display of list of eligible candidates for counseling To be announced on the website later

http://www.nin.res.in/


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2. ABOUT M.Sc. (APPLIED NUTRITION) & M.Sc. (SPORTS NUTRITION)

Vision

To create scientifically trained human resources in the area of Applied Nutrition and Sports

Science who will make a positive contribution to society.

Mission

To equip post-graduate students with knowledge and skills in the multi-disciplinary area of

Applied Nutrition and Sports Nutrition, thereby enabling them to contribute to the field of

nutrition and/or sports nutrition.

M.Sc. (Applied Nutrition)

The ICMR-National Institute of Nutrition (NIN) has reached a remarkable milestone of

completing 103 years of exemplary service to the nation with special emphasis on overcoming

the nutritional deficiency disorders. The NIN looks forward to recast its focus with a renewed

commitment not just to nutritional science, but also for building a healthy nation. Systematic

training programmes have been initiated to impart training in the current concepts of nutritional

science and their application for promoting public health. This was initiated by introducing

training programmes and certificate courses. A nine-month M.Sc. (Applied Nutrition)

Postgraduate Programme was initiated in 1968 to create skilled human resources in nutritional

sciences to address the nutritional problems in India. This course was initially open to sponsored

candidates, and later considering the usefulness of this programme and the demand, it was

upgraded to a full-time two-year M.Sc. programme in Applied Nutrition in the year 2009. The

students who passed out from the course are employed in teaching and research positions across

the globe and continue to contribute to the dissemination of the knowledge of nutritional sciences

as young ambassadors of the National Institute of Nutrition.

M.Sc. (Sports Nutrition)

Research in the area of sports nutrition was initiated in 1983 under the Energy Metabolism

Division, which was subsequently developed as the Department of Work Physiology and Sports

Nutrition at ICMR-National Institute of Nutrition (NIN).

After three decades of research, consultancy, and extension in the specialized area of Sports

Nutrition, viewing the importance of sports science for performance, the department started the

two-year M.Sc. (Sports Nutrition) course supported by the Indian Institute of Sports Science &

Research (IISSR), Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports (MYAS), GoI and established MYAS -

NIN Department of Sports Science. This course was launched under MoU with the Osmania

University, Hyderabad, and is the first, ever course of its kind.

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About the Programme

M.Sc. (Applied Nutrition): The M.Sc. Applied Nutrition Programme will follow Semester

System and Choice Based Credit System as per the guidelines issued by UGC. The curriculum

has been planned in consultation with renowned academicians, researchers, and clinicians in

various specialties of nutritional sciences and is designed with an application-oriented approach.

M.Sc. (Sports Nutrition): The M.Sc. Sports Nutrition Programme will follow the Semester

System and Choice Based Credit System as per the guidelines issued by UGC. The curriculum

has been planned in consultation with MYAS, International and National experts in the area of

sports nutrition and is executed with an application-oriented approach.

Objectives of the M.Sc. (Applied Nutrition) Programme

To develop in-depth knowledge and understanding of the various applications of

nutritional sciences in public health and clinical settings to address nutritional

deficiencies.

To gain knowledge and skills needed for planning and management of community and

public health nutrition programmes implemented by the Government and NGOs.

To acquire skills in nutritional assessment and nutritional planning for the application of

theoretical concepts in field settings.

To acquire research and scholarly skills and specific skills needed for entrepreneurship to

increase employability.

Objectives of the M.Sc. (Sports Nutrition) Programme

To develop in-depth knowledge and practical skill sets to ensure planning and

implementation of sport-specific nutritional support to Indian athletes/sportspersons.

To develop a team approach, display adequate team building and soft skills to ensure

implementation and monitoring of sport-specific nutritional support.

To develop research, academic skills, paper publication/presentation skills or specific

skills needed for entrepreneurship or gain job experience to improve employability.

To develop day-to-day support requirements of athletes, critical analysis of situations

and problem-solving within a team, with specific reference to providing support to

elite athletes during training and during international and national events.

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Career Options

Applied Nutrition:

After the completion of this course, candidates will be able to take up careers in the following

areas:

1. Teachers/Professors as faculty teaching the science of nutrition and dietetics in colleges

and universities.

2. Nutritionists in government’s health departments, schools, colleges and office cafeterias

for planning nutritional regimens.

3. Researchers in Government established Laboratories and Institutes.

4. Clinical Dietitians/Nutritionists in Hospitals, outpatient clinics and as private consultants.

5. Nutritionists in Food Industries and Pharma companies.

6. Nutrition educators/counselors/advisors and extension workers.

7. Nutritionists in gymnasiums and sports facilities.

Sports Nutrition:

After the completion of this course, candidates will be eligible to take up careers in the following

areas:

1. Sports Nutritionist as part of high-performance team to support elite athletes.

2. Sports Nutritionist in Government (Central and State)/Private owned sports academies/

agencies/federations.

3. Sports nutrition educators/counselors/diet planners/advisors/extension workers.

4. Sports Nutrition teachers/professors/researchers.

5. Sports Nutrition product/supplement developers.

6. Fitness and gymnasium entrepreneurs.

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2.1 TUITION FEES STRUCTURE

2.1.1 Fee Structure for M.Sc. (Applied Nutrition)

Sl. No. Particulars First Year

Amount (Rs.)

Second Year

Amount (Rs.)

1. Tuition Fee 30,000.00 30,000.00

2. Building Fee 5000.00 5,000.00

3. Lab Fee 15,000.00 15,000.00

4. Library Fee 7,000.00 7,000.00

5. Development Fund 15,000.00 15,000.00

6. Project Fund 15,000.00 15,000.00

7. Sports and Games Recreation Fund 2,000.00 2,000.00

8. Security/Caution Deposit 10,000.00 -

9. ID Card 500.00 -

10. University Fee 3,000.00 -

TOTAL 1,02,500.00 89,000.00

2.1.2 Fee Structure for M.Sc. (Sports Nutrition)

Sl. No. Particulars First Year

Amount (Rs.)

Second Year

Amount (Rs.)

1. Tuition Fee 60,000.00 60,000.00

2. Building Fee 2,000.00 2,000.00

3. Lab Fee 3,000.00 3,000.00

4. Library Fee 5,000.00 5,000.00

5. Development Fund 15,000.00 15,000.00

6. Project Fund 5,000.00 5,000.00

7. Sports Fund 2,000.00 2,000.00

8. Security/Caution Deposit 10,000.00 -

9. ID Card 500.00 -

10. University Fee 3,000.00 -

TOTAL 1,05,500.00 92,000.00

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2.2 STUDY SCHEME OF M.SC. (APPLIED NUTRITION)

The detailed list of subjects and credit system followed is provided below:

M. Sc. Applied Nutrition – Part I (2021-22)

Semester - I

Subject Theory/

Practical Credits

No. of Hrs/ week

(Total Hrs/

semester)

Internal +

External

Marks

Total

Marks

Applied Nutrition

Biochemistry Theory 4 4 (60) 20 + 80 100

Human Physiology Theory 4 4 (60) 20 + 80 100

Clinical Nutrition Theory 4 4 (60) 20 + 80 100

Public Health and

Community Nutrition

Theory

4

4 (60)

20 + 80

100

Applied Nutrition

Biochemistry Practical 2 3 (45) 0 + 50 50

Human Physiology Practical 2 3 (45) 0 + 50 50

Clinical Nutrition Practical 2 3 (45) 0 + 50 50

Public Health and

Community Nutrition

Practical

2

3 (45)

0 + 50

50

Total 24 28 (420) 80 + 520 600

Note: 1 credit = 1 teaching hr/week or 2 practical hrs/week, Practical = 1 teaching hr + 2

practical hrs, per semester = 15 weeks of teaching per subject.

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M. Sc. Applied Nutrition – Part I (2021-22)

Semester - II

Subject Theory/

Practical Credits

No. of Hrs/ week

(Total Hrs/

semester)

Internal +

External

Marks

Total

Marks

Advanced


Advanced Clinical

Nutrition Theory 4 4 (60) 20 + 80 100

Assessment of Nutrient

Requirements Theory 4 4 (60) 20 + 80 100

Research Methodology

and Biostatistics-I

Theory

4

4 (60)

20 + 80

100

Advanced

Biochemistry Practical 2 3 (45) 0 + 50 50

Advanced Clinical

Nutrition Practical 2 3 (45) 0 + 50 50

Assessment of Nutrient

Requirements Practical 2 3 (45) 0 + 50 50


and Biostatistics-I

Practical

2

3 (45)

0 + 50

50

Total 24 28 (420) 80 + 520 600

Note: 1 credit = 1 teaching hr/week or 2 practical hrs/week, Practical = 1 teaching hr + 2 practical hrs,

per semester = 15 weeks of teaching per subject.

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M.Sc. Applied Nutrition - Part II (2022-23)

Semester - III

Subject Theory/

Practical Credits No. of Hrs/ week

(Total Hrs/

semester)

Internal +

External

Marks

Total

Marks

Food Science Theory 4 4 (60) 20 + 80 100

Therapeutic Dietetics Theory 4 4 (60) 20 + 80 100

Nutrition

Communication and

Health Promotion

Theory

4

4 (60)

20 + 80

100


and Biostatistics-II Theory 4 4 (60) 20 + 80 100

Food Science Practical 2 3 (45) 0 + 50 50

Therapeutic Dietetics Practical 2 3 (45) 0 + 50 50

Nutrition

Communication and

Health Promotion

Practical

2

3 (45)

0 + 50

50


and Biostatistics-II Practical 2 3 (45) 0 + 50 50

Dissertation Work -- -- 2 (30) --- --

Total 24 28 (420) 80 + 520 600

Note: 1 credit = 1 teaching hr/week or 2 practical hrs/week, Practical = 1 teaching hr + 2 practical hrs, per

semester = 15 weeks of teaching per subject. * Extra hours provided for research activities.

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Note: 1 credit = 1 teaching hr/week or 2 practical hrs/week, Practical = 1 teaching hr + 2

practical hrs, per semester = 15 weeks of teaching per subject. * Extra hours provided for research activities.

M.Sc. Applied Nutrition - Part II (2022-23)

Semester - IV

Subject Theory/

Practical Credits

No. of Hrs/ week

(Total Hrs/

semester)

Internal +

External

Marks

Total

Marks

Enteral and Parenteral Nutrition Theory 4 4 (60) 20 + 80 100

Food Microbiology and

Food Safety Theory 4 4 (60) 20 + 80 100

Enteral and Parenteral Nutrition Practical 2 3 (45) 0 + 50 50

Food Microbiology and

Food Safety Practical 2 3 (45) 0 + 50 50

Internship - 4 4 (60) 50 + 50 100

Project/Dissertation - 6 8 (120) * 50 +

70+30 150

Public health outreach

programme - 2 4 (60) 50+0 50

Total 24 32 (480) 140 + 460 600

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2.3 STUDY SCHEME OF M.SC. (SPORTS NUTRITION)

The detailed list of subjects and credit system followed is provided below:

Note: 1 credit = 1 teaching hr/week or 2 practical hrs/week, Practical = 1 teaching hr + 2 practical

hrs, per semester = 15 weeks of teaching per subject.

M. Sc. Sports Nutrition – Part I (2021-22)

Semester - I

Subject Theory/

Practical Credits

No. of Hrs/ week

(Total Hrs/

semester)

Internal +

External

Marks

Total

Marks

Fundamentals of

Human Nutrition Theory 4 4 (60) 20 + 80 100

Basic Physiology Theory 4 4 (60) 20 + 80 100

Assessment of Health

and Fitness of Athletes Theory 4 4 (60) 20 + 80 100


and Biostatistics-I Theory 4 4 (60) 20 + 80 100

Fundamentals of

Human Nutrition Practical 2 3 (45) 0 + 50 50

Basic Physiology Practical 2 3 (45) 0 + 50 50

Assessment of Health

and Fitness of Athletes Practical 2 3 (45) 0 + 50 50


and Biostatistics-I Practical 2 3 (45) 0 + 50 50

Total 24 28 (420) 80 + 520 600

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hrs, per semester = 15 weeks of teaching per subject.

M. Sc. Sports Nutrition – Part I (2021-22)

Semester - II

Subject Theory/

Practical Credits

No. of Hrs/ week

(Total Hrs/

semester)

Internal +

External

Marks

Total

Marks

Exercise Nutrition and

Metabolism Theory 4 4 (60) 20 + 80 100

Exercise Physiology

and Metabolism Theory 4 4 (60) 20 + 80 100

Nutritional



and Biostatistics-II Theory 4 4 (60) 20 + 80 100

Sport Specific


Exercise Physiology

and Metabolism Practical 2 3 (45) 0 + 50 50

Nutritional

Biochemistry and

Exercise

Practical 2 3 (45) 0 + 50 50


and Biostatistics-I Practical 2 3 (45) 0 + 50 50

Total 24 28 (420) 80 + 520 600

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hrs, per semester = 15 weeks of teaching per subject.* Extra hours provided for research activities.

M.Sc. Sports Nutrition - Part II (2022-23)

Semester - III

Subject Theory/

Practical Credits

No. of Hrs/ week

(Total Hrs/

semester)

Internal +

External

Marks

Total

Marks

Sports Specific


Clinical Sports


Dietary Supplements

and Ergogenic Aids Theory 4 4 (60) 20 + 80 100

Communication Skills

for Sports Promotion Theory 4 4 (60) 20 + 80 100

Sports Specific


Clinical Sports


Dietary Supplements

and Ergogenic Aids Practical 2 3 (45) 0 + 50 50

Communication Skills

for Sports Promotion Practical 2 3 (45) 0 + 50 50

Dissertation Work -- -- 2 (30) --- --

Total 24 28 (420) 80 + 520 600

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hrs, per semester = 15 weeks of teaching per subject. * Extra hours provided for research activities.

M.Sc. Sports Nutrition - Part II (2022-23)

Semester - IV

Subject Theory/

Practical Credits

No. of Hrs/ week

(Total Hrs/

semester)

Internal +

External

Marks

Total

Marks

Sports Psychology and

Nutrition Counselling Theory 4 4 (60) 20 + 80 100

Food Service

Management and

Entrepreneurship

Theory 4 4 (60) 20 + 80 100

Sports Psychology and

Nutrition Counselling Practical 2 3 (45) 0 + 50 50

Food Service

Management and

Entrepreneurship

Practical 2 3 (45) 0 + 50 50

Internship - 4 4 (60) 0 + 100 100

Project - 6 7 (105)* 50 + 100 150

Social Outreach

Programme - 2 3 (45) 50 + 0 50

Total 24 28 (420) 140 + 460 600

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2.4 SCHEME OF EXAMINATION OF M.Sc COURSES

1. English will be the medium of instruction and examination.

2. For each subject, the total marks for theory are 100 (80 external and 20 internal

assessments), and for practical the total marks are 50. For dissertation and

project/internship, marks will be based on report evaluation, presentations, and viva-voce

as applicable and decided by the committee.

3. The continuous evaluation shall be based on factors such as participation in case studies,

group activities, class attendance, class tests, mid-term test, assignments, and viva-voce.

4. The duration of the end-semester final examination for each theory course will be three

hours.

2.4.1 Grading Scheme (For M.Sc. Sports Nutrition and M.Sc. Applied Nutrition)

Range Grade Grade Point

(GP)

95% - 100% O (Outstanding) 10

85% - 94% A+ (Excellent) 9

75% - 84% A (Very Good) 8

65% - 74% B+ (Good) 7

55% - 64% B (Above Average) 6

45% - 54% C (Average) 5

40% - 44% P (Pass) 4

F (Fail) 0

Ab (Absent) 0

Note: As per the UGC guidelines.

2.4.2 Computation of SGPA and CGPA

The SGPA is the ratio of the sum of the product of the number of credits with the grade

points scored by the student in all the courses taken by the student and the sum of the number

of credits of all the courses earned by the student.

Calculation of SGPA

Where is the number of credits of the course, and is the grade point scored by the student

in the course.

Calculation of CGPA

The CGPA is also calculated in the same manner taking into account all the courses cleared by

the student over all the semesters of a programme.

Where is the SGPA of the semester and is the total number of credits in that semester. The

SGPA and CGPA shall be rounded off to 2 decimal points and reported in the transcripts.

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2.5 AWARD OF DEGREE, PROVISION OF REAPPEARING & ATTENDANCE

A student shall be awarded the degree on the following conditions:

(i) He/she must have registered himself/herself to undergo the chosen course of study,

completed the internship and project report specified in the curriculum of his/her program

within the stipulated time, and secured the minimum credits and CGPA prescribed for the

award of the concerned degree.

(ii) There are no dues outstanding in the student’s name to be paid to the Institute/University.

(iii) No disciplinary action should be pending against the student.

(iv) The student should have earned minimum credits (i.e., total credits offered in the Program -

number of credits, not exceeding six credits).

The above degree will be awarded with distinction, if a student has earned a minimum CGPA of

7.50 with a pass in all subjects in the first attempt.

The maximum permissible period for completing the program is four years from the date of

registration. However, if a student fails to do so, he/she may be permitted to register again for the

program after obtaining the requisite approval from the concerned authorities of NIN and OU.

Provision for Reappearing

Reappearing in examinations related to all courses viz. theory/practical/viva will be permitted. The

re-examinations will be scheduled along with the end-semester examinations.

Attendance

Candidates, once admitted, are required to have not less than 75% of attendance in lectures (and

practical wherever applicable). The Vice-chancellor, on the specific recommendation of the

Principal/Head of the Department, may condone the deficiency in attendance to the extent of 10%

on medical grounds, subject to production of satisfactory Medical Certificate and on payment of the

prescribed condonation fee. No admission will be made after the expiry of four (4) weeks from the

date of commencement of instructions.

2.6 CANCELLATION OF ADMISSION

i. If any candidate is found to secure admission on the basis of false information with respect to

age, subject, percentage of marks, special categories etc., his/her admission will be cancelled,

and punitive action will be initiated.

ii. Students who fail in the 1st year Examination in the course and are seeking re-admission will be

treated as fresh applicants for the purpose of admission.

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3. ABOUT N-CET (NIN-COMMON ENTRANCE TEST)

N-CET is an all-India common entrance examination and counselling for admission into the M.Sc.

(Applied Nutrition) and M.Sc. (Sports Nutrition) Courses conducted at ICMR-National Institute of

Nutrition, Hyderabad, Telangana State.

ICMR-NIN, in association with APT-online, will be organising the examination at various centres

across India, based on a minimum number of candidate availability/preferences.

It is mandatory for candidates to appear for the entrance test and the marks of the entrance test will

be considered for admission, along with the marks of qualifying degree and reservation policy

(Presented in the Annexure).

4. EXAMINATION PROCEDURE

4.1 SYLLABUS

The syllabus for the entrance examination is the basic understanding of nutrition, biochemistry and

physiology taught at the graduation level, general knowledge & aptitude.

4.2 PATTERN OF THE ENTRANCE TEST & NEGATIVE MARKING

The candidates need to appear for the entrance test, which will be based on the multiple-choice

questions (MCQs) format. The Entrance Test will be for 100 marks. The test will cover the

following four subjects, and the marks will be allotted as shown below.

Sl. No. Subject Questions Marks

(each question)

Total

Marks

1. Nutrition 40 1 40

2. Biochemistry 20 1 20

3. Physiology 20 1 20

4. General Knowledge and Aptitude 20 1 20

Note: NEGATIVE MARKING

i. There will be negative marking. 1/3rd (one third) mark will be deducted for each incorrect

answer i.e., for every three wrong answers, one mark will be deducted. A merit list shall be

prepared based on marks obtained in the Entrance Test.

ii. In case of a tie of marks in the Entrance Test, the total percentage of the marks in the

qualifying examination (up to two decimal places) will be taken into consideration for

fixing the merit of candidates.

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iii. If the entrance test marks and the percentage of marks in the qualifying examination are

equal, the age of the candidate will be taken into consideration, and older candidates will be

placed higher in the merit list.

4.3 MODE OF EXAMINATION

N-CET exam will be computer-based and the candidate will be required to answer the MCQs on the

system allotted to them in their respective exam center.

4.4 DURATION OF EXAMINATION

The duration of the exam will be ninety (90) minutes

4.5 MEDIUM OF QUESTION PAPER

The medium of the question paper will be in English.

4.6 CENTER PREFERENCES

4.6.1. The tentative centers for the Entrance exam are Hyderabad, New Delhi and Kolkata.

However, candidates need to provide their order of preferences of the Exam center in the online

application.

4.6.2. Candidates may choose their own city or select the neighboring city based on their

convenience and the center options.

4.6.3. In case, the number of candidates opting for a city/center is less than a

certain minimum required, candidates may be allotted to a centers in another

city, irrespective of the center preferences provided by the candidates for

appearing for the examination.

Note: All efforts will be made to consider the convenience of the candidate and efforts will also be

made to follow strict guidelines of social distancing, wearing of masks and sanitization protocols as

per the GoI guidelines.

5. ELIGIBILITY AND QUALIFICATIONS

5.1 FOR M.SC. (APPLIED NUTRITION)

MBBS or non-Medical [B.Sc. in Home Science/Applied Nutrition/Biochemistry)] or B.Sc.

with Nutrition, Food & Nutrition, Home Science, Zoology, Applied Nutrition & Public

Health, Clinical Nutrition & Dietetics, Food Science or Nutrition & Dietetics.

Eligible only for M.Sc. (Applied Nutrition): B.Sc. Nursing

5.2 FOR M.SC. (SPORTS NUTRITION)

MBBS or non-Medical [B.Sc. in Home Science/Applied Nutrition/Biochemistry)] or B.Sc.

with Nutrition, Food & Nutrition, Home Science, Zoology, Applied Nutrition & Public

Health, Clinical Nutrition & Dietetics, Food Science or Nutrition & Dietetics.

Eligible only for M.Sc. (Sports Nutrition): B.Sc. Food Science and Quality Control or B.Sc.

Life Sciences (Botany, Genetics, Microbiology), BAMS

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5.3 FOR BOTH THE COURSES

In addition, the candidate should possess a minimum of 55% aggregate marks in the qualifying

examination, and SC/ST candidates should possess a minimum of 50% aggregate marks in the

qualifying examination. Considering the prevailing COVID-19 Lockdown, candidates who are

appearing for the final exams are also eligible to apply; however, they should submit the relevant

certificates (Marks Memo and Degree certificate) of the qualifying exams at the time of

counselling. Candidates though qualified in the Entrance Test, are not entitled to participate in the

admission counseling if the requisite certificates are not submitted.

Note: If a candidate is found to have concealed any information regarding the eligibility criteria, the

registration will be cancelled. Further, disciplinary action will be taken by the concerned authorities

against the candidate.

6. ADMISSION PROCEDURE

6.1 NUMBER OF SEATS

1. The total No. of seats is 17 for M.Sc. (Sports Nutrition) course including EWS category. Out of

the 17 seats, two seats will be reserved for the Economically Weaker Section (EWS) category,

one each in Central and State quota. From the remaining 15 seats available, 5 seats are reserved

for Telangana and Andhra Pradesh (State quota), and 10 seats are reserved for the applicants

outside Telangana & Andhra Pradesh (Central Quota). For M.Sc. (Applied Nutrition) course, the

total No. of seats is 22 including EWS category. Out of the 22 seats available, two will be

reserved for EWS, one each in Central and State quota. Of the remaining 20 seats, 1/3rd are

reserved for candidates from Telangana, and Andhra Pradesh State (State quota), and the

remaining seats are reserved for the applicants outside Telangana and Andhra Pradesh (Central

Quota). (Details given in Annexure).

2. The distribution of seats under the Central quota will be implemented as per the rules of the

Central Govt. vide No. DL-(N) 04/007/2006-08 dated 3rd Jan 2007. Accordingly, 15%, 7%, and

27% of seats are reserved for SC, ST, and OBC candidates, respectively.

3. In State quota, the procedure indicated in Annexure-III to G.O.P.No. 646, Education dated 10-

7-1979 shall be followed in allotment of seats to the eligible candidates. Accordingly, 15%, 6%,

Common for both Applied Nutrition & Sports Nutrition:

MBBS or

B.Sc. in:

Nutrition, Food & Nutrition /Applied Nutrition/ Nutrition & Dietetics

Home Science/ Food Science/ Biochemistry/ Zoology

Applied Nutrition & Public Health

Clinical Nutrition & Dietetics

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and 29% of seats are reserved for SC, ST, and BC (A-7%, B-10%, C-1%, D-7%, and E-4%)

candidates, respectively as followed by the net group reservation.

Note: To claim reservation under the categories, the candidate should produce a certificate issued

by a Revenue Official, not below the rank of District Revenue Authority (Refer Annexure II - IV).

Caution: Candidates claiming reservation at the time of filling the application and failure to

produce a valid and prescribed original certificate for the same at the time of counseling would lead

to disqualification of their candidature.

6.2 SCRUTINY OF APPLICATIONS

1. After scrutiny of applications, the list of eligible candidates will be put up on the NIN website

(www.nin.res.in)

2. The admission will be made through Counselling at NIN based on the entrance test marks/rank

and submission of requisite certificates, including certificate of the qualifying examination.

6.3 SELECTION OF CANDIDATES

1. The selected candidates, who have qualified for the entrance exam and fulfilled the criteria,

following reservation policy, will be uploaded on the NIN website and will also be

communicated by email.

2. After the admission procedure is completed, the final list of selected candidates (who have

submitted all original certificates and paid the stipulated fee) will be displayed on the website.

6.4 HOSTEL ACCOMMODATION

The students who secure admission at NIN will be eligible for hostel accommodation. The hostel

seats are reserved as per the government rules for SC/ST/OBC/EWS.

The hostel is well equipped with furniture, Wi-Fi and has LCD television besides other facilities.

The hostel rooms are spacious and well furnished. The hostel also includes a dining facility, and

students are not allowed to cook in their hostel rooms. It provides all the students a safe and

comfortable environment. It is a “Zero tolerance for ragging” and a “No Smoking Zone.”

Admission to the hostel will be given as per the merit and the following categorization:

Category A: 95% of seats will consist of those students whose parents are not residing in or around

Hyderabad. Proof of residence has to be submitted for the same.

Category B: 5% of the seats will consist of those students whose parents are not residing in

Hyderabad but 20 km or more from the NIN. Proof of residence has to be submitted for the same.

A candidate may apply for Hostel Accommodation on a prescribed form only after

confirmation of his/her seat.

Any candidate not fulfilling the attendance requirement during the current academic year will be

denied the hostel seat in the next academic session.

6.5 ANTI-RAGGING REGULATIONS

The Anti-Ragging cell of ICMR-National Institute of Nutrition includes the Anti-Ragging

Committee and the Anti-Ragging Squad. This committee will ensure compliance with the


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provisions of the anti-ragging regulations prescribed by the UGC. The students and their parents

have to submit an anti-ragging related undertaking to the institute at the time of admission stating

that they will not indulge in any form of ragging. ICMR-National Institute of Nutrition and its

hostel facilities for students have zero tolerance for ragging and will take all measures to ensure a

ragging-free campus.

Students found to indulge in any form of ragging during any time of the two-year M.Sc. course are

liable to have their admission cancelled and their candidature may be withdrawn from the course.

7. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS AND SUBMISSION OF APPLICATION

FORM/ PAYMENT OF FEES

7.1 GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS

The link for Online Application on the website will enable the candidate to complete the

registration and online application process. On clicking the link, the candidate will be first directed

to the registration process. Under the Registration process the candidate will be required to enter

basic details like his/her name, social status, mobile number, email id, educational qualification.

Based on the qualifying degree opted, the eligibility for the M.Sc. course(s) at NIN will be fixed.

Accordingly, the drop-down menu will project only the course(s) the candidate is eligible.

7.2 DETAILS OF FEE PAYMENT

After entering the above details, the candidate will be directed to pay the registration fees online.

General category/OBC/EWS students have to pay a registration fee of Rs. 3000 and SC/ST

category students have to pay a registration fee of Rs. 2700. On paying the registration fees the

candidate will receive the payment reference number. The registration fee once paid online will not

be refunded.

7.3 INSTRUCTIONS FOR FILLING THE ONLINE APPLICATION FORM

After paying the registration fees online the candidate can start entering details in the online

application form after entering the payment reference number. On entering the payment reference

number, the candidate will be able to fill in the online application form. After filling the online

application form, the candidate has to upload a photograph in JPEG format and click on submit.

The candidate can download a PDF of the filled-in application form after submission is completed.

Note: Incomplete applications and applications not in accordance with the instructions are liable to

be rejected without any further intimation.

8. PREPARATION OF MERIT LIST

The Merit list shall be prepared on the basis of the marks obtained in the Entrance Test. In case of a

tie of marks in the Entrance Test, the total percentage of the marks in the qualifying examination

(up to two decimal places) will be taken into consideration for fixing the merit of candidates. If the

entrance test marks and the percentage of marks in the qualifying examination are equal, the age of

the candidate will be taken into consideration and older candidates will be placed higher in the

merit list.

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Note: If the candidate fails to submit the marks memos from the first to the final year of the

qualifying examination, the minimum passing marks will be taken into consideration for merit list

of Entrance exam.

8.1 QUALIFYING CRITERIA

The Merit List will be prepared on the basis of the seat allocation for Central Quota and State Quota

candidates. Within each quota the reservation policy will be followed for OBC/BC and

SC/ST/EWS candidates (Refer to section 9 of the prospectus and Annexure for details). The Merit

list will be posted on the ICMR-NIN website only, and individual email will not be sent.

9. RESERVATIONS

I. Reservations For Central Quota Seats

A. All candidates are eligible for the central quota except the candidates of Telangana (TS) and

Andhra Pradesh (AP). Candidates who are eligible to appear for the Entrance Test either as

Local or Non-Local of Telangana & Andhra Pradesh are not eligible to seek admission for the

Central Quota seats. Candidates seeking admission under Central Quota shall produce a

certificate from a Revenue Official not below the rank of District Revenue Authority from the

state from which he/she belongs and claims Nativity.

B. The distribution of seats under the Central Quota will be implemented as per the rules of the

Central Govt. vide No. DL-(N) 04/007/2006-08 dated 3rd Jan 2007. Accordingly, 15%, 7%,

and 27% of seats are reserved for SC, ST and OBC candidates, respectively. To claim

reservation under the above categories’ candidate should produce a certificate issued by a

Revenue Official, not below the rank of District Revenue Authority.

Note: If the candidates from outside the state are not available such seats will be filled up by the

candidates of TS and AP (Local and Non-Local) as per the old regulations on a merit basis.

II. Reservations For State Quota Seats

A. These seats for M.Sc. (Sports Nutrition and Applied Nutrition) Courses conducted by NIN are

considered as non-statewide.

B. Admission to 85% of the available seats shall be reserved in favour of local candidates in

relation to the local area. While determining 85% in favour of local candidates, any fraction of

seat shall be counted as one as per the Presidential Order.

C. The procedure indicated in Annexure-III to G.O.P.No. 646, Education dated 10-7-1979 shall be

followed in the selections of the candidates. 15%, 6% and 29% seats are reserved for SC, ST

and BC (A-7%, B-10%, C-1%, D-7% and E-4%) candidates respectively as followed by the net

group reservation.

III. Reservations For Economically Weaker Sections (EWS)

As part of the 103rd Amendment of the constitution of India, under Section15 (A) and Section

16 (A) in 2019, a 10% additional reservation has been granted to EWS, over and above the

existing seats under reservation. A candidate applying under EWS must not belong to any other

reservation category, and the guidelines listed as per the MHRD GOI Office Memorandum

No.12-4/2019-U1 dated 17th January 2019 will be followed for admissions.

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10. MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS

10.1 Help Desk

10.1.1 Candidates who have any queries regarding the eligibility and admission procedure may

contact the Help desk staff on weekdays (Monday-Friday) during office hours (10.00 AM to 1:00

PM and 2:00 PM to 5.00 PM). In addition, they can also contact by E-mail given below.

Help Desk Phone Nos.:

040-27197247

040-27197473

040-27197450

E-mail: [email protected]

10.1.2 Candidates should read the instruction manual provided in the link before filling the online

application. For any further queries the candidates may contact the helpline numbers given above.

11. ORIGINAL DOCUMENTS TO BE SUBMITTED AT THE TIME OF

ADMISSION /COUNSELLING

1. Study/ Bonafide Certificates from 9th Class to qualifying (Graduation/ Degree) examination.

2. X class or equivalent certificate as proof of age.

3. Memoranda of Marks (Year-wise or semester-wise) of the qualifying degree examination.

4. Provisional or Original Degree Certificate of qualifying exam (If the applicant has not studied

qualifying examination in the states of Andhra Pradesh/ Telangana, he/she should submit the

following certificates as per the regulation under Reservations and Annexure-I, whichever is

applicable to the applicant.

10 Years Residence Certificate of the candidate in the State of T.S and A.P.

(OR)

10 Years Residence Certificate of either of the Parents/Spouse (Certificate of relationship

also shall be enclosed).

5. Social Status (Caste/ Community) Certificate, if applicable.

6. Candidates claiming eligibility as Local/Non-Local should furnish relevant certificates in

support of their claim as per the regulation in Annexure, whichever is applicable to the

applicant.

10 Years Residence Certificate of the candidate in the State of T.S and A.P.

(OR)

10 Years Residence Certificate of either of the Parents/Spouse (Certificate of relationship

also shall be enclosed).

7. Candidates who have studied in the state of Andhra Pradesh / Telangana: Proof of Local / Non-

Local candidates, according to rules in force. Those who have studied Intermediate and Degree

courses as regular students need to submit only the Bonafide certificates from colleges where

they have studied Intermediate and Degree courses. In case, there is a break in the four

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consecutive years preceding the qualifying examination, the candidates must submit a Bonafide

certificate of 9th and 10th class. Non-local candidates should submit i) a residence certificate

for 10 years of either of the parents from M.R.O. or ii) an employee certificate from the

employer.

8. If the candidate has studied in any educational institution, a study/ bonafide certificate from IX

to the degree (Govt. ZPH/Private School or College) shall be submitted.

9. A candidate who has studied in two or more institutions in various places in Andhra Pradesh,

including Telangana, should submit study bonafide certificates from IX to the degree (Govt.

/ZPH/Private School or College) from those places.

10. A candidate who has not studied a class in any school/institution, a residence certificate for that

period only shall be submitted.

11. Candidates who have not studied in any school/college in the state of T.S/A.P., but resided in

Andhra Pradesh, including Telangana with private study in Telangana and Andhra Pradesh for

seven years with residence certificate mentioning the period of residence preceding the

qualifying examination (6th to Intermediate) by the candidate claiming eligibility as a local by

virtue of residence shall be submitted.

12. Original Migration Certificate issued by the concerned university where last studied.

13. Community, Nativity and Date of Birth Certificate for S.C/S.T./B.C., candidates as per

G.O.M.S. No. 58 Social Welfare (J) Department dated 12-5-1997.

14. Service Certificate and No-objection Certificate from the employer, in case of employed

candidates.

15. Income and Asset certificate to be produced for the seat under Economically Weaker Section

(EWS).

16. OBC Non-creamy layer certificate for Central Quota.

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ANNEXURE-I

RULES OF ADMISSION FOR LOCAL AND NON-LOCAL CANDIDATES

RULES OF ADMISSION IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE ANDHRA PRADESH

EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS (REGULATION OF ADMISSION) ORDER 1974.

I. Admission to 85% of the available seats in every course of study provided by the Osmania

University shall be reserved in favour of LOCAL CANDIDATES in relation to the LOCAL

AREA in respect of the Osmania University subject to community and other reservations in

force.

A. LOCAL AREA:

The part of the Telangana State comprising the districts of Adilabad, Bhadradri, Hyderabad,

Jagtial, Jangaon, Jayashankar, Jogulamba, Kamareddy, Karimnagar, Khammam, Komaram

Bheem, Mahabubabad, Mahabubnagar, Mancherial, Medak, Medchal–Malkajgiri,

Nagarkurnool, Nalgonda, Nirmal, Nizamabad, Peddapalli, Rajanna Sircilla, Ranga Reddy,

Sangareddy, Siddipet, Suryapet, Vikarabad, Wanaparthy, Warangal Rural, Warangal Urban,

Yadadri Bhuvanagiri (Osmania University and Kakatiya University area) shall be regarded as

a local area for the purpose of admission.

The part of the Andhra Pradesh State comprising the Districts of Srikakulam, Vizianagaram,

Visakhapatnam, East Godavari, West Godavari, Krishna, Guntur, and Prakasam (Andhra

University and Nagarjuna University area), Ananthapur, Kurnool, Chittoor, Kadapa, and

Nellore (S.V. University /S.K.University area) shall be regarded as the local area for the

purpose of admission.

B. Local Candidate:

1. A candidate for admission to any course of study shall be regarded as a Local Candidate in

relation to the local area:

a) If he has studied in an educational institution or educational institutions in such local area for

a period of not less than four consecutive academic years ending with the academic year in

which he appeared or as the case may be, first appeared in the relevant qualifying

examination.

OR

b) Where, during the whole or any part of the four consecutive academic years ending with the

academic year in which he appeared or, as the case may be, first appeared for the relevant

qualifying examination, he has not studied in any educational institution if he has resided in

that local area for a period of not less than four years immediately preceding the date of

commencement of the relevant qualifying examination in which he appeared or, as the case

may be, first appeared.

2. A candidate for admission to any course of study who is not regarded as a local candidate under

sub-paragraph (1) in relation to any local area shall:

a) If he has studied in an educational institution in the State for a period of not less than seven

consecutive academic years ending with the academic year in which he will appear or, as the

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case may be first appeared for the relevant qualifying examination be regarded as a local

candidate in relation to

i) Such local area where he has studied for the maximum period out of the said period of seven

years, or

ii) Where the periods of study in two or more local areas are equal, such as local area where he

has studied last in such equal periods; or

b) If, during the whole or any part of the seven consecutive academic years ending with the

academic year in which he appeared, or as the case may be, first appeared for the relevant

qualifying examination, he has not studied in the educational institution in any local area, but

has resided in the State during the whole of the said period of seven years be regarded as a

local candidate in relation to.

i) Such local area where he has resided for the maximum period out of the said period of seven

years: or,

ii) Where the periods of his residence in two or more local areas are equal, such local area where

he has resided last in such equal periods.

3. The remaining 15% of the available seats, which are open to local and non-local, shall be filled

up subject to similar reservation as applicable to 85% local candidates as below:

a) All candidates who have studied in a recognized educational institution or institutions in the

State for a period of not less than four consecutive academic years ending with the academic

year in which they appeared or as the case may be, first appeared in the relevant qualifying

examination, or where during the whole or any part of such four consecutive academic years,

if they have not studied in any educational institutions, if they have resided in the State for a

period of not less than four years immediately preceding the date of commencement of the

relevant qualifying examination.

b) Candidates who have resided in the State for a total of ten years excluding periods of study

outside the State, or either of whose parents have resided in the State for a total period of ten

yeas excluding the periods of employment outside the State.

c) Candidates who are children of parents who are in employment of this State or Central

Government, Public Sector Corporations; Local Bodies, Universities and other similar quasi-

public institutions within the State.

d) Candidates who are spouses of those in the employment of this State or Central Government,

Public Sector Corporations; Local Bodies, Universities and Educational Institutions

recognized by the Government, a University or other competent authority and other similar

quasi-public Institutions within the State.

e) Candidates who are employees in State, Central Govt. undertakings, Public Sector

Corporations, Local Bodies, Universities, and other similar quasi-public institutions within

the State.

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ANNEXURE – II

EWS CERTIFICATE FORMAT

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ANNEXURE-III

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ANNEXURE-IV