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TABLE OF CONTENTS
ABOUT AMRITA VISHWA VIDYAPEETHAM 3

ADMISSION PROCEDURE 6

ENTRANCE EXAMINATIONS OF AMRITA VISHWA VIDYAPEETHAM (AEEE, AEEP, AEEL, AEEB) 6

CAMPUSES & COURSES OFFERED 7

ADMISSION / ALLOCATION FOR ALL LISTED PROGRAMMES 9

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA FOR ADMISSION 12

COST OF APPLICATION FOR AEEE, AEEP, AEEL, AEEB - 2023 17

APPLICATION SUBMISSION – ONLINE 18

APPLICATION FORM DATA ENTRY 18

EXAMINATION CITIES - CENTRES / TOWNS FOR AEEE, AEEP, AEEL, AEEB - 2023 18

REQUESTS FOR CHANGE OF EXAMINATION CITY/TOWN 18

SYLLABUS, PATTERN AND EVALUATION 19

NUMBER OF QUESTIONS AND MARK DISTRIBUTION 19

USE OF CALCULATOR AND COMMUNICATION AIDS 19

SLOT BOOKING FOR AEEE, AEEP, AEEL, AEEB - 2023 20

COMPUTER BASED TEST AT CENTRES (CBT) 20

ADMIT CARD DOWNLOAD 20

GUIDELINES - COMPUTER BASED TEST (CBT) 21

CODE OF CONDUCT 21

AEEE, AEEP, AEEL, AEEB - 2023 RESULT 21

TERMS AND CONDITIONS FOR AWARD AND RENEWAL OF SCHOLARSHIP FEES 21

FEE STRUCTURE 22

WITHDRAWAL & CANCELLATION OF ADMISSION - POLICIES & RULES 22

REFUND POLICY 22
SETTLEMENT OF DISPUTES 22

JURISDICTION 22

APPENDIX I : EXAMINATION CITIES FOR AEEE 2023 23

APPENDIX II : EXAMINATION CITIES FOR AEEP, AEEL, AEEB 2023 26

APPENDIX III: Syllabus for AEEE, AEEP, AEEL, AEEB - 2023 28

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ABOUT AMRITA VISHWA VIDYAPEETHAM
Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham is a multi-campus, multi-disciplinary research academia that is accredited
'A++' by NAAC and is ranked as one of the best research Institutions in India. Amrita Vishwa
Vidyapeetham has been ranked 5 th best among all universities in India in 2022 National Institutional
Ranking Framework (NIRF) released by MHRD, Govt. of India. Amrita is spread across eight campuses in
five states of India – Andhra Pradesh, Haryana, Karnataka, Kerala and Tamil Nadu with the
headquarters in Tamil Nadu at Ettimadai, Coimbatore. Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham continuously
collaborates with top US Universities including Ivy league Universities and top European Universities for
regular student exchange programs, and has emerged as one of the fastest growing Institutions of higher
learning in India. The Institution is managed by the Mata Amritanandamayi Math.

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 AMARAVATI CAMPUS

Located near the banks of the Krishna River between natural getaways and places of heritage, Amaravati city is built
around sustainability and liveability principles. We are building one of the most buoyant center of the research, education
and technological advancement, in the all new greenfield capital city. With over 100 acres’ campus, that will feature green
lawns and the burgeoning trees, is well connected by road, rail and air to the IT and business hubs of the both Andhra
Pradesh and Telangana states.

AMRITAPURI CAMPUS

The Amritapuri campus, nestled in the backdrop of the beautiful village of Vallikavu, provides warmth and serenity to its
visitors. It provides a homely atmosphere to the students. Located close to the international headquarters of the Mata
Amritanandamayi Math, the campus provides an environment that harmoniously blends learning and research. The
technical excellence of the campus has made it a learning hub for students from all around the globe. Advanced research
facilities helps enhance one’s appetite for learning.

BENGALURU CAMPUS

Located at the heart of Bengaluru, is one of the most effervescent center of the research, education, and technological
advancement, in the tech-city. The 50 acres campus, featuring green lawns and the burgeoning trees, is well connected
by road, rail and air.

CHENNAI CAMPUS

The Chennai Campus of Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham is spread over 54,834 sq.m. of land and a total built up area of
24,956.435 sq m. The Institution's Chennai campus is home to School of Engineering. The School of Engineering, Amrita
Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Chennai Campus, was setup as part of the vision of world-renowned, Mata Amritanandamayi
Math.

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 COIMBATORE CAMPUS
HEADQUARTERS

Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham is situated in the obscure village of Ettimadai, at the foothills of the mesmerising
Bouluvanpatty ranges of the Western Ghats in the Coimbatore district of Tamil Nadu. The pristine beauty of nature offers
a soothing environment for the students which is conducive for growth. The campus, through its value based education,
provides a diverse platform for personality development. Amrita provides a unique educational experience that matches
the global level. This indelible experience remains a lasting memory in the students.

FARIDABAD CAMPUS

Aland that has witnessed the historical prominence of ultra-modern facilities in India. A place where science, technology,
and research merge to embrace good health across a 130-acre sprawling health city campus. It is India’s largest multi-
specialty hospital and extend beyond teaching and learning to include research, which is at the forefront of innovation and
discovery. This multidisciplinary institution will impart knowledge to a vibrant community of more than 20,000 students
with 800+ Ph.D. faculty and over 250 programs. The medical college with a built-up area of 5.2 lakh square feet with a
completely dedicated research block looks forward to the advancements and innovations of every student.

KOCHI CAMPUS

The expansive and serene Brahmasthanam Temple Complex at Edappally, Kochi, by the NH-17 is home to Amrita Viswa
Vidyapeetham-Kochi Campus, which is candidly achieving fame and glory.

MYSURU CAMPUS

One of the eight campuses of Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham established under Section 3 of the UGC Act 1956 is a multi
campus institution and is accredited by NAAC with ‘A++’ Grade. Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Mysuru Campus located
in a peaceful environment, away from the hustle & bustle of city, yet well connected by road, provides an ambience for
learning, combining state-of-the-art facilities with a serene ashram and temple atmosphere.

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ADMISSION PROCEDURE
Admission to programmes offered at various campuses & schools of Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham is
managed by Directorate of Admissions & Academic Outreach.
Admission to various undergraduate and integrated programmes is through 4 different entrance
examinations conducted by the University. Students desirous of joining any UG/Integrated programme,
after passing their plus two or equivalent examination are required to attend the eligible entrance
examinations.
Note: Those who appear for +2 or Equivalent examination in March/April 2023 and expect to secure minimum
marks (as specified), may also apply

ENTRANCE EXAMINATIONS OF AMRITA VISHWA VIDYAPEETHAM

Following are the entrance examinations conducted by Amrita as part of the selection process.

01. Amrita Entrance Examination – Engineering ( AEEE )

for admission to all the B.Tech programmes offered by the University in Amaravati, Amritapuri, Bengaluru,
Chennai, Coimbatore
Subjects : Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, English
Durations of Examination : 2.5 hrs
No. of Questions : 100

02. Amrita Entrance Examination – Physical Sciences ( AEEP )

is conducted for the students passing out their +2 with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics as the core subjects.
Candidates desiring to join programmes offered in Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, BCA etc. are required to
attend this examination to secure admissions to the respective programme.
Subjects : Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, English
Durations of Examination : 2 hrs
No. of Questions : 80

Amrita Entrance Examination – Life Sciences, Agriculture & Medical

03.
Sciences ( AEEL )
is conducted for the students passing out their +2 with Physics, Chemistry and Biology as core subjects. Candidates
desiring to join the programmes with Physics, Chemistry, Biology as the eligibility are required to attend this
examination to secure admission to the respective programme.
Subjects : Physics, Chemistry, Biology, English
Durations of Examination : 2 hrs
No. of Questions : 80

Amrita Entrance Examination – Behavioural Sciences ( Arts, Humanities

04.
& Commerce) ( AEEB )
is conducted for the students passing out their +2 with any stream. `
Candidates desiring to any programme with Arts, Humanities, Commerce as eligibility are required to attend this
examination to secure admission to the respective programmes.
Subjects : Reasoning, Computing Skills, English
Durations of Examination : 2 hrs
No. of Questions : 80

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CAMPUSES & COURSES OFFERED:

Amaravati (AMR) | Amritapuri (AMP) | Benagluru (BLR) | Chennai (CHE)

Coimbatore (CBE) | Faridabad (FBD) | Kochi (KOH) | Mysuru (MYU)

Admission to B.Tech Programmes AMR AMP BLR CBE CHE FBD KOH MYU

Through AEEE 2023 / JEE Mains 2023

Aerospace Engineering (AEE) 
Automation & Robotics Engineering (ARE)   
Civil Engineering (CIE) 
Chemical Engineering (CHE) 
Computer Science & Engineering (CSE)     
Computer Science & Engineering (Artificial Intelligence - AIE)     
Computer & Communication Engineering (CCE) *  
Computer Science & Engineering (Cyber Security - CYS) *  
Electronics & Communication Engineering (ECE)    
Electrical & Electronics Engineering (EEE)   
Electronics & Computer Engineering (EAC)  
Electrical & Computer Engineering (ELC)  * 
Mechanical Engineering (MEE)    

Admission to Programmes AMR AMP BLR CBE CHE FBD KOH MYU

Through AEEP 2023 / HSC Marks***

5 Year Integrated M.Sc Chemistry  ***
5 Year Integrated M.Sc Chemistry with specialisation in

Chemical Biology (with Exit Option after 3 years)
5 Year Integrated M.Sc Chemistry with specialisation in

Applied Electrochemistry (with Exit Option after 3 years)
5 Year Integrated M.Sc Physics with Minor in Scientific

Computing
5 Year Integrated M.Sc Mathematics with Minor in Data

Sciences
Bachelor of Computer Applications  *** ***
Bachelor of Computer Applications (Specialisation in Data
 *** ***
Science)
5 Year Integrated M.Sc Physics ***
5 Year Integrated M.Sc Physics with specialisation in

Theoretical Physics (with Exit Option after 3 years)
5 Year Integrated M.Sc Physics with specialisation in Applied

Materials (with Exit Option after 3 years)
5 Year Integrated M.Sc Mathematics ***
5 Year Integrated M.Sc Mathematics with a minor in
*
Computer Science
5 Year Integrated M.Sc Data Science (No Exit Option) 
B,Sc Honours in Mathematics with Minor in Data

Science/Computer Science
5 Year Integrated BCA – MCA *** ***
(No Exit option in Mysuru Campus)
B.Sc Honours in Chemistry with Minor in Materials Design ***
B.Sc in Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics ***
B.Sc in Physics, Mathematics, Computer Science ***

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 Admission to Programmes AMR AMP BLR CBE CHE FBD KOH MYU

Through AEEL 2023 / HSC Marks***

B.Sc (Honours) Food Science and Nutrition
*
(with exit option after 3 years)
B.Sc (Honours) Agricultural Sciences 
B.Sc Biotechnology ***
B.Sc Microbiology ***
B.Sc Hons. Biotechnology and Integrated Systems Biology*  ***
B.Pharm (Regular) ***
Pharm D ***
B.Sc Nursing  
B.Sc Allied Health Sciences
Bachelor in Audiology & Speech Language Pathology
 
(B.ASLP)
Cardio Vascular Technology (CVT)  
Cardiac Perfusion Technology (CPT)  
Dialysis Therapy (DT)  
Respiratory Therapy (RPT)  
Neuro Electro Physiology (NEP)  
Optometry (OPT)  
Medical Radiologic Technology (MRT)  
Echo Cardiography (ECT)  
Anaesthesia Technology (AT)  
Physician Assistant (PAT)  
Medical Laboratory Technology (MLT)  
Diabetes Sciences (DBS)  
Emergency Medical Technology (EMT)  
Intensive Care Technology (ICT)  
Operation Theatre Technology (OTT)  

Admission to Programmes AMR AMP BLR CBE CHE FBD KOH MYU

Through AEEB 2023 / HSC Marks***

**,
B.Sc in Visual Media ***
***
5 Year Integrated B.Sc-M.Sc Visual Communication
(with exit option after 3 years)
***
5 Year Integrated BSW-MSW (with exit option after 3 years) ***
**,
BBA  ***
***
B.Com ***
B.Com (Taxation and Finance)  *** ***
*,
B.Com (Hons.) in FinTech
***
5 Year Integrated M.A. English (Language & Literature)  ***
* Subject to approval
** Girls only
***Programmes offered at Kochi (except courses related to Medical sciences other than B.Pharm and Pharm D) and Mysuru
campuses under AEEP, AEEL and AEEB, and B.Sc Biotechnology / B.Sc Microbiology, B.Sc Hons. Biotechnology and Integrated
Systems Biology, 5 Year Integrated BSW-MSW offered at Amritapuri will have additional option to secure admission based on
the marks scored in +2. For both B.Pharm and Pharm D admission will be considered based on +2 marks with PCM stream.
BCA, BCA(Data science) and Int.BCA-MCA Courses in Kochi and Mysuru campuses:
Candidates passing 10+2 or equivalent with Statistics / Accountancy will have an option to secure admission based on the
marks scored in +2.

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ADMISSION / ALLOCATION FOR ALL LISTED PROGRAMMES :

I. ADMISSION TO B.TECH PROGRAMS :

Admission to B.Tech Programmes offered at Amrita School of Engineering – Amaravati, Amritapuri,
Bengaluru, Chennai & Coimbatore campuses for the Academic Year (AY) 2023-2024 is through and
based on the rank scored in:
1. Amrita Entrance Examination – Engineering ( AEEE ) 2023
(OR)
2. JEE Mains 2023
If JEE Mains is conducted multiple times, all the scores released prior to the Amrita B.Tech.
Centralised Seat Allotment Process (CSAP) will be looked into and the best result considered. 

ALLOCATION OF SEAT for B.TECH PROGRAMS:

AEEE 2023 : 70 % of the seat allotment

JEE Mains 2023 : 30 % of the seat allotment

A candidate can choose to apply either through AEEE or JEE Mains 2023 individually or
even select both.

II. ADMISSION TO LISTED UG / INTEGRATED PROGRAMMES (OTHER THAN B.TECH):

 Admission to UG Programmes offered at Amrita School of Physical Sciences – Amritapuri,

Coimbatore, Kochi and Mysuru campuses for the Academic Year (AY) 2023-2024 is through
and based on the rank scored in:

(i) Amrita Entrance Examination – Physical Sciences ( AEEP ) 2023

(OR)

(ii) Marks in the qualifying examination (+2) for programmes in Kochi and Mysuru
campuses only.

ALLOCATION OF SEAT For UG/INTEGRATED PROGRAMMES OF PHYSICAL SCIENCES (AEEP):

AEEP 2023 : 100 % of the seat allotment

 Programmes offered at Kochi and Mysuru campuses will have additional option to
secure admission based on the marks scored in +2.
 BCA, BCA(Data science) and Int.BCA-MCA Courses in Kochi and Mysuru campuses:
Candidates passing 10+2 or equivalent with Statistics / Accountancy will have an option
to secure admission based on the marks scored in +2.
In such Cases, allocation of seat will be :
AEEP 2023 : 70 % of the seat allotment

Qualifying Examination (+2) Marks : 30% of the seat allotment

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 Admission to UG Programmes offered at Amrita School of Life Sciences, Agriculture & Medical
Sciences – Amritapuri, Coimbatore, Faridabad and Kochi campuses for the Academic Year (AY)
2023-2024 is through and based on the rank scored in:

(i) Amrita Entrance Examination – Life Sciences, Agriculture & Medical Sciences (AEEL) 2023
(OR)
(ii) Marks in the qualifying examination (+2) for programmes in Kochi (except courses related
to Medical sciences other than B.Pharm and Pharm D) and Mysuru campuses and for B.Sc.
Biotechnology, B.Sc Microbiology and B.Sc Hons. Biotechnology and Integrated Systems
Biology, offered at Amritapuri campus.

ALLOCATION OF SEAT For UG/INTEGRATED PROGRAMMES OF LIFE SCIENCES, AGRICULTURE &

MEDICAL SCIENCES (AEEL):
AEEL 2023 : 100 % of the seat allotment
Programmes offered in Kochi (except courses related to Medical sciences other than
B.Pharm and Pharm D) and Mysuru campuses, B.Sc Biotechnology, B.Sc Microbiology and
B.Sc Hons. Biotechnology and integrated Systems Biology offered at Amritapuri campus will
have additional option to secure admission based on the marks scored in +2. In such Cases,
allocation of seat will be :
AEEL 2023 : 70 % of the seat allotment

Qualifying Examination (+2) Marks : 30% of the seat allotment

 Admission to UG Programmes offered at Amrita School of Behavioural Sciences (Arts, Humanities

& Commerce) – Amritapuri, Kochi and Mysuru campuses for the Academic Year (AY) 2023-2024 is
through and based on the rank scored in:

(i) Amrita Entrance Examination – Behavioural Sciences (AEEB) 2023

(OR)
(ii) Marks in the qualifying examination (+2) for programmes in Kochi and Mysuru campuses
and 5 Year Integrated BSW-MSW offered at Amritapuri campus

ALLOCATION OF SEAT For UG/INTEGRATED PROGRAMMES OF BEHAVIOURAL SCIENCES (Arts,

Humanities & Commerce) (AEEB):

AEEB 2023 : 100 % of the seat allotment

Programmes offered at Kochi and Mysuru campuses and 5 Year Integrated BSW-MSW offered
at Amritapuri campus will have additional option to secure admission based on the marks
scored in +2. In such Cases, allocation of seat will be :

AEEB 2023 : 70 % of the seat allotment

Qualifying Examination (+2) Marks : 30% of the seat allotment

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AMRITA ENTRANCE EXAMINATIONS - 2023:

Amrita Entrance Examinations 2023 (AEEE, AEEP, AEEL, AEEB) in the year 2023 will be conducted ONLY
in Computer Based Test (CBT) mode in various centres at selected cities. Please be in touch with the
admission website for latest updates.

COMPUTER BASED TEST (CBT):

Refer APPENDIX I & II for exam centres in selected cities.

DURATION OF THE CBT EXAMINATION:

Name of the Examination Year Duration No. of Questions

AEEE 2023 150 Minutes (2.5 Hours) 100 Questions

AEEP 2023 120 Minutes (2 Hours) 80 Questions
AEEL 2023 120 Minutes (2 Hours) 80 Questions
AEEB 2023 120 Minutes ( 2 Hours) 80 Questions

EXAMINATION DATES (TENTATIVE):

Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham is planning to conduct the Amrita Entrance Examinations - 2023 as follows:

Slots per
Name of the Examination Year Date of Examination Timing
day

Phase I – April 21 to 28 10.00 AM to 12.30 PM

AEEE 2023 2 slots
Phase II – May 05 to 11 2.00 to 4.30 PM

AEEP 2023
3 Slots – 9.30 to 11.30 AM
AEEL 2023 April 28, 29, and 30 1 slot for 12.30 to 2.30 PM
each exam 3.00 to 5.00 PM
AEEB 2023
(slot bookings will be opened in advance before the date of examination)

Important Note:

(i) These dates are tentative

(ii) The number of days of all the Examinations will be changed depending on the strength of the candidates.
(iii) Dates may get deferred -
a) Based on the government notifications
b) In case there is any other major examination scheduled on these dates and / or due to which
majority of the candidates are unable to appear for Amrita Entrance Examinations 2023.
c) Because of any other reason
(iv) Candidates who are unable to appear in Phase I of the AEEE 2023 will have the provision to appear in
Phase II.
(v) Candidates who have appeared in Phase I of the AEEE 2023 examination can also appear for Phase II
examination by paying an additional fee of INR 600. This is an opportunity given to the candidates for
improving their scores.
(vi) Best score from both Phase I and Phase II in AEEE 2023 examinations will be taken for AMRITA Ranking.
(vii) Candidates appearing for AEEP, AEEL and AEEB will have only one chance to appear for the examination.
(viii) University holds the right to defer the mode / dates /slots of the examinations as per the situation,
whatsoever, prevailing at that time.
(ix) Candidates are advised to keep in touch with our website regularly for the latest updates."

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ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA:

B.TECH Programmes
( Admission through AEEE 2023 / JEE Mains 2023 Score)
Educational Qualification:
A pass in 10 + 2 (Class XII) or its equivalent examination from a recognized board with minimum 60%
aggregate of marks in Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry and with not less than 55% in each of these
three subjects, Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics.
Branches Duration Campus(s) Eligibility Criteria

Aerospace Engineering (AEE) Coimbatore

Automaticn & Robotics Engineering Amritapuri,

(ARE) Coimbatore, Chennai

Civil Engineering (CIE) Coimbatore

Chemical Engineering (CHE) Coimbatore

Amaravati, Amritapuri, Educational

Computer Science & Engineering Qualification:
Bengaluru, Coimbatore,
(CSE) Chennai A pass in 10 + 2 (Class
Amaravati, Amritapuri, XII) or its equivalent
Computer Science & Engineering
Bengaluru, Coimbatore, examination from a
(Artificial Intelligence - AIE) Chennai recognized board with
minimum 60%
Computer & Communication 4 Years Amaravati, Coimbatore,
Chennai
aggregate of marks in
Engineering (CCE)
Mathematics, Physics
and Chemistry and
Computer Science & Engineering Amritapuri, Coimbatore,
Chennai
with not less than 55%
(Cyber Security - CYS)
in each of these three
subjects, Physics,
Electronics & Communication Amritapuri, Bengaluru,
Coimbatore, Chennai Chemistry and
Engineering (ECE)
Mathematics.
Electrical & Electronics Engineering Amritapuri, Bengaluru,
(EEE) Coimbatore

Electronics & Computer Engineering

Amritapuri, Bengaluru
(EAC)

Electrical & Computer Engineering Amritapuri, Bengaluru,

(ELC) Coimbatore

Amritapuri, Bengaluru,
Mechanical Engineering (MEE) Coimbatore, Chennai

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 Physical Sciences Programmes
(Admission through AEEP)
Educational Qualification:
A pass in 10 + 2 (Class XII) or its equivalent examination from a recognized board with Physics, Chemistry and
Mathematics and with minimum marks specified hereunder.
Duration of the
Courses Campus(s) Eligibility Criteria
Course
A pass in +2 or equivalent with minimum 50%
5 Year Integrated M.Sc Amritapuri
5 Years marks in Chemistry and an aggregate of 55 %
Chemistry Mysuru
marks in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics.
5 Year Integrated M.Sc
B,Sc Degree – 3 Yrs. A pass in +2/HSC or equivalent with 50% marks
Chemistry with specialisation
B.Sc Honours – 4 Yrs. Coimbatore in Chemistry and aggregate of 55% marks in
in Chemical Biology (with exit M.Sc Degree – 5 Yrs.
Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics.
option after 3 years)
5 Year Integrated M.Sc
B,Sc Degree – 3 Yrs. A pass in +2/HSC or equivalent with 50% marks
Chemistry with specialisation
B.Sc Honours – 4 Yrs. Coimbatore in Chemistry and aggregate of 55% marks in
in Applied Electrochemistry M.Sc Degree – 5 Yrs.
Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics.
(with exit option after 3 years)
A pass in +2 or equivalent with an aggregate
5 Year Integrated M.Sc Physics minimum of 50% marks in Physics, Chemistry &
with Minor in Scientific 5 Years Amritapuri Maths and a separate minimum of 60% marks
Computing in Physics & Maths from CBSE /State
Board/ICSE
5 Year Integrated M.Sc
A pass in +2 with an aggregate of 50% and 55%
Mathematics with Minor in 5 Years Amritapuri
marks in Mathematics.
Data Sciences
A pass in +2 or equivalent with an aggregate
minimum of 55% marks In Physics, Chemistry
and Mathematics from CBSE /State
Board/ICSE.
Amritapuri,
Bachelor of Computer Note :
3 Years Kochi,
Applications Candidates passing 10+2 or equivalent with
Mysuru
Statistics / Accountancy will have an option to
secure admission based only on the marks
scored in +2 (In Kochi and Mysuru campuses
only).
A pass in +2 or equivalent with an aggregate
minimum of 55% marks In Physics, Chemistry
and Mathematics from CBSE /State Board/ICSE
Bachelor of Computer Amritapuri, Note :
Applications (Specialisation in 3 Years Kochi, Candidates passing 10+2 or equivalent with
Data Science) Mysuru Statistics / Accountancy will have an option to
secure admission based only on the marks
scored in +2 (In Kochi and Mysuru campuses
only).
A pass in +2 or equivalent with minimum 50%
5 Year Integrated M.Sc Physics 5 Years Kochi marks in Physics and an aggregate of 55 %
marks in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics.
5 Year Integrated M.Sc Physics B,Sc Degree – 3 Yrs.
A pass in +2/HSC or equivalent with 50% marks
with specialisation in B.Sc Honours – 4 Yrs.
M.Sc Degree – 5 Yrs. Coimbatore in Physics and an aggregate of 55% marks in
Theoretical Physics
Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics.
(with Exit Option after 3 years)
5 Year Integrated M.Sc Physics B,Sc Degree – 3 Yrs. A pass in +2/HSC or equivalent with 50% marks
B.Sc Honours – 4 Yrs. Coimbatore
with specialisation in Applied M.Sc Degree – 5 Yrs. in Physics and an aggregate of 55% marks in
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Materials Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics..
(with Exit Option after 3 years)
5 Year Integrated M.Sc A pass in +2 (MPC) or equivalent with at least
5 Years Kochi
Mathematics 60% marks in Mathematics
5 Year Integrated M.Sc
A pass in +2/HSC or equivalent with 50% marks
Mathematics
5 Years Coimbatore in Mathematics and an aggregate of 55% marks
(with a minor in Computer
in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics..
Science)
5 Year Integrated M.Sc Data A pass in +2/HSC or equivalent with 50% marks
Science 5 Years Coimbatore in Mathematics and an aggregate of 55% marks
(No Exit Option) in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics..
B.Sc Hons. in Mathematics
A pass in +2 or equivalent with an aggregate of
with Minor in Data 4 Years Amritapuri
50% and 55% marks in Mathematics.
Science/Computer Science
A pass in 10+2 or equivalent with 50% marks in
Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics.
Note :
Kochi, Candidates passing 10+2 or equivalent with
5 Year Integrated BCA – MCA 5 Years
Mysuru Statistics / Accountancy will have an option to
secure admission based only on the marks
scored in +2 (in Kochi and Mysuru Campuses
only).
B.Sc Hons. in Chemistry with A pass in +2 or equivalent with minimum 50%
4 Years Mysuru
Minor in Materials Design marks with Mathematics as a subject.
A pass in +2 in any discipline or its equivalent
B.Sc in Physics, Chemistry,
3 Years Mysuru with 50% aggregate or 3-year Polytechnic
Mathematics
Diploma
A pass in +2 in any discipline or its equivalent
B.Sc in Physics, Mathematics,
3 Years Mysuru with 50% aggregate or 3-year Polytechnic
Computer Science
Diploma

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 Life Sciences, Agriculture and Medical Sciences Programmes
(Admission through AEEL)
Educational Qualification :
A pass in 10 + 2 (Class XII) or its equivalent examination from a recognized board with Physics,
Chemistry and Biology as core subjects and with minimum marks specified hereunder.

Duration of
Courses Campus(s) Eligibility Criteria
the Course

B.Sc Degree – 3 Yrs. A pass in +2/HSC or equivalent with minimum 50%

B.Sc (Honours) Food Science B.Sc Honours – 4 Yrs. Coimbatore marks in Biology and an aggregate of 55% marks in
and Nutrition
Physics, Chemistry and Biology

A pass in 10 + 2 (Class XII) or its equivalent examination

B.Sc (Honours) Agricultural with minimum 60% aggregate of marks in Biology,
4 Years Coimbatore
Sciences Physics and Chemistry and with not less than 55% in
each of Physics, Chemistry and Biology .

A pass in higher secondary examination or its equivalent

B.Sc Biotechnology 3 Years Amritapuri is mandatory with 60% marks in Physics, Chemistry and
Biology/Biotechnology taken together

A pass in higher secondary examination or its equivalent

B.Sc Microbiology 3 Years Amritapuri is mandatory with 60% marks in Physics, Chemistry and
Biology/Biotechnology taken together

A pass in higher secondary examination or its equivalent

B.Sc Hons. Biotechnology and
4 Years Amritapuri is mandatory with 60% marks in Physics, Chemistry and
Integrated Systems Biology
Biology/Biotechnology taken together

A Pass in Plus Two with 50% marks in Physics,

Chemistry, Biology. In place of Biology or Maths are also
eligible.
B.Pharm 4 Years Kochi
Admission will also be considered based on +2 marks
with PCM stream.
A Pass in Plus two examination with 50% in Physics and
Chemistry as compulsory subjects along with
Mathematics or Biology. Any other qualification
approved by Pharmacy Council of India as equivalent to
Pharm D 6 Years Kochi
any of the above examinations.

Admission will also be considered based on +2 marks

with PCM stream.

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B.Sc Allied Health Sciences:

Pass in Plus Two with 60% Aggregate marks in

B.Sc. Medical Radiologic Technology (MRT) 4 Years Physics, Chemistry, Biology, English & 60% Marks
separately in Mathematics

3+1 Year
B. Sc. Cardio Vascular Technology (CVT)
Internship

B. Sc. Medical Laboratory Technology

4 Years
(MLT)
3 +1 Year
B. Sc. in Optometry
Internship
3 + 1 Year
B. Sc. Neuro Electro Physiology
Internship

3 + 1 Year
B. Sc. Emergency Medical Technology
Internship
3 + 1 Year
B. Sc. Anaesthesia Technology Faridabad,
Internship
Kochi
3 + 1 Year
B. Sc. Operation Theatre Technology Pass in Plus Two with 60% Aggregate Marks in
Internship
Physics, Chemistry, Biology & English.
3 + 1 Year
B.Sc. Cardiac Perfusion Technology (CPT)
Internship
3 + 1 Year
BSc Physician Assistant (PAT)
Internship
3 + 1 Year
B. Sc. Intensive Care Technology
Internship
3 + 1 Year
B. Sc. Diabetes Sciences
Internship
3 + 1 Year
B. Sc. in Respiratory Therapy
Internship
3 + 1 Year
B. Sc. Dialysis Therapy
Internship
3 + 1 Year
B. Sc. Echocardiography Technology
Internship

3 Years + Pass in Plus Two with 60% Aggregate Marks in

Bachelor in Audiology and Speech 10 Faridabad, Physics, Chemistry and any one of the subject Biology
Language Pathology Months Kochi / Mathematics / Computer Science / Statistics /
Internship Electronics / Psychology.

Must have passed 12th in the first attempt and with a

minimum of 60% in English and 60% in Physics,
Faridabad,
B.Sc Nursing 4 Years Chemistry and Biology taken together from any State
Kochi
Higher Secondary Board or equivalent

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 Behavioural Sciences (Arts, Humanities and Commerce) Programmes
(Admission through AEEB)
Educational Qualification:
A pass in 10 + 2 (Class XII) or its equivalent examination from a recognized board in any discipline and
with minimum marks specified hereunder.
Duration of
Courses Campus(s) Eligibility Criteria
the Course
A pass in +2 in any discipline or its equivalent with
B.Sc in Visual Media 3 Years Kochi, Mysuru
50% aggregate or 3-year Polytechnic Diploma
Integrated B.Sc-M.Sc Visual A pass in +2 in any discipline or its equivalent with
5 Years Mysuru
Communication 50% aggregate or 3-year Polytechnic Diploma
B,Sc Degree – 3 Yrs. A pass in +2 or its equivalent with aggregate of 50%
5 Year Integrated BSW-MSW B.Sc Honours – 4 Yrs. Amritapuri
(with exit option after 3 years) M.Sc Degree – 5 Yrs. marks from State Board / CBSE / ICSE.
A pass in +2 in any discipline from CBSE /State
Amritapuri,
BBA 3 Years Board/ICSE or equivalent with an aggregate
Mysuru, Kochi
minimum of 50% marks

B.Com 3 Years Mysuru A pass in +2 from CBSE /State Board/ICSE or

equivalent with an aggregate minimum of 50%
Amritapuri, marks
B.Com (Taxation and Finance) 3 Years
Kochi, Mysuru
A pass in +2 from CBSE /State Board/ICSE.or
B.Com (Hons.) in FinTech 4 Years Kochi equivalent with an aggregate minimum of 50%
marks
5 Year Integrated M.A. English Amritapuri, A pass in +2 in any discipline or equivalent with an
5 Years
(Language & Literature) Kochi aggregate minimum of 50% marks.

COST OF APPLICATION:
AEEE 2023 AEEP 2023 AEEL 2023 AEEB 2023

AEEE only : INR 1200 AEEP : INR 750 AEEL : INR 750 AEEB : INR 750

AEEE + JEE : INR 1200

+2 +2 +2
: INR 500 : INR 500 : INR 500
Marks Marks Marks
JEE only : INR 500

The application fee may be paid online either by credit / debit card or net banking. In case the
examination fee is paid through credit / debit card, the candidates may have to pay an additional
processing charges of the concerned bank.

Please note that fee submitted through any other mode like money order, demand draft, IPO etc. is not
accepted for online applications.

Application fee once paid will not be refunded (full or partial) under any circumstances.

Post your payment queries in Query Management System in the Amrita Online Application Portal
(AOAP) to get a faster response.

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APPLICATION SUBMISSION – ONLINE
Application submission is online and shall be submitted via the website: www.amrita.edu/admissions

The candidates are advised to have their own personal and valid email ID and mobile No. The
candidates are advised to retain the registered mobile number and email-id they have submitted in the
application form till all the admission procedures are completed as all important updates will be informed
to the candidates through SMS / e-mail or both.

You need to complete the following sections in order to submit the application. Refer next section for
more details on application form data. You can fill all the details initially and complete the payment at a
later stage. However, the application is deemed to be completed only after the payment.

Details to be filled are:

a) Personal Profile (Name, Address & Contact details, upload Photograph, Signature)
b) Application Details ( Available courses to be selected )
c) Payment (Cost of application for the relevant courses)
d) Academic Profile* (Marks of the qualifying examination & year, Last attended school, etc.,)
e) Upload Documents*.
NOTE: * Academic Profile, documents upload and JEE Mains 2023 scores may be entered after the publication of the
results. It is not mandatory to fill the same at the time of filling the application.

APPLICATION FORM DATA ENTRY

The name of the candidate and his/her parents’ name in the application form must exactly be the same
as registered in Class 10 th Certificate. Prefix/title such as Mr./Shri/Fr/Dr/Mrs./Smt./Col etc., must not be
used.

Candidates shall correct / modify some of the particular(s) of the application data, prior to the
commencement of Seat Allotment.

Request for change will not be accepted through phone/ fax/ e-mail etc.
The candidates are advised not to send hard copy of the online application to the University. However,
the candidates are advised to retain the hard copy of the application, i.e., acknowledgement page for
future reference or correspondence, if any. Candidate(s) may check the status of their application
online in our website: www.amrita.edu/admissions

EXAMINATION CITIES – CENTRES / TOWNS

The names of the cities where CBT Examinations will be conducted is listed in Appendix–I. Choose the
city listed in the online application to write the examination. A candidate appearing for CBT should
submit three preferences from the list of cities in Appendix – I & II . Examination will be conducted in a
centre in these cities, provided only if there are enough candidates. The preferences submitted by the
candidate are only indicative and a guide to the University for deciding the number of cities & centres. A
candidate will be allotted one out of the three preferred cities, preferably the first preferred city. If
exam cannot be conducted at the first preference of a candidate, he / she will be allotted to second /
third preference as applicable. University will put all efforts to conduct examination at all the cities
listed in the appendix. If any city in the list is cancelled due to very less registrations, the candidates
who have opted for that city will be allotted another city nearest to their preference and the same will
be informed to the candidates by email.

REQUESTS FOR CHANGE OF EXAMINATION CITY/ TOWN

Normally, the requests for change of cities will not be entertained after the application submission. The
decision of the Admission Committee will be final in case of any such requests raised in this regard.

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SYLLABUS, PATTERN AND EVALUATION
 The questions are based on the syllabus in Class 11 th & Class 12th . 
 The syllabus for AEEE, AEEP, AEEL and AEEB 2023 is appended in Appendix – III
 The pattern of examination paper for AEEE, AEEP, AEEL and AEEB 2023 is given in the website:
www.amrita.edu/admissions
 All the questions are of Multiple-Choice type and will have four options as possible answers.
 Candidates can choose the most appropriate answer for each question in the Computer Based Test
(CBT) mode. Answers marked can be changed later, before the final submission of all the answers. 
 3 (Three) marks are awarded for each correct answer and -1(negative one) for each wrong answer.

NUMBER OF QUESTIONS AND MARK DISTRIBUTION:

AEEE 2023:
Subject No. of Questions Marks (3)
Mathematics 40 120
Physics 30 90
Chemistry 25 75
English 05 15
TOTAL 100 300

AEEP 2023 :
Subject No. of Questions Marks (3)
Physics 25 75
Chemistry 25 75
Mathematics 25 75
English 05 15
TOTAL 80 240

AEEL 2023 :
Subject No. of Questions Marks (3)
Physics 25 75
Chemistry 25 75
Biology 25 75
English 05 15
TOTAL 80 240

AEEB 2023 :
Subject No. of Questions Marks (3)
Reasoning (Reasoning, Verbal Reasoning & 30 90
Quantitative Aptitude)
Computing Skills (Basic Computer Science 25 75
answerable by a 12Th graduate)
English 25 75
TOTAL 80 240

Use of Calculator and Communication Aids

Use of electronic devices like mobile phones, calculators etc. are NOT PERMITTED for Amrita Entrance
Examinations 2023. Materials like log table, book, notebook, etc. should NOT be brought into the examination hall
for CBT.

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SLOT BOOKING FOR ENTRANCE EXAMINATIONS 2023:
Candidates registered for Computer Based Test of the respective Entrance Examinations shall select “DATE AND
TIME SLOT” of their choice, SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY, by visiting the University website prior to the last date. This
process is called “SLOT BOOKING.” Test Centre, Number of days and Number of operating slots in a day will be
finalised based on the number of candidates for a particular city. The allotment of date / slot will be on first come
first serve basis. If a candidate does not exercise his / her option, he/she shall be assigned a date/ slot as per the
availability of the same. To Book Exam Date and Slot, registered candidates need to click the slot booking link
provided in the University webpage www.amrita.edu/admissions and follow the instructions given below:

COMPUTER BASED TEST AT CENTRES (CBT)

a) Candidates can login using their Application Number and Date-of-Birth. In case of any difficulty logging in, open a
ticket in the online query management in the application portal.

b) After logging in, the candidates can select the test date and test slots based on the availability. To choose the
date, click on the available date and click continue button. In the next screen, candidates will be prompted to
select test slot based on its availability status.

c) Since other candidates are also simultaneously using the same slot booking portal, sometimes the status
presented may change by the time the candidate finishes his/her selection and the particular slot chosen by the
candidate may not be available. In such case, the candidate will be prompted to choose another date and slot.
To change the test date, click on Change Test Date button. Candidates are advised to check selection of Test.
Centre, Date and Time before confirmation. Click “Confirm Slot” button to confirm booking.

d) A slot once booked cannot be changed under any circumstances. Requests for change of test centers also will not
be entertained. The address of the examination centre for a candidate will be mentioned in the Admit Card, which
can be downloaded.

ADMIT CARD DOWNLOAD

Admit Card is issued provisionally to the candidate to attend the Entrance Examination. Admit Card to
write the examination is generated only to those eligible candidates who have submitted their
application form complete in all respects.
Admit cards to attend the respective Amrita Entrance Examinations 2023 shall be downloaded from the
website by logging into the registered account using the registered Email ID / Application Number and
Date of Birth. Intimation in this regard will be sent by SMS and email.

1. Admit Card will not be sent by post. Visit www.amrita.edu/admissions to see the link to download
the Admit Card. The Admit Card will contain details like the Name and Registration Number of the
candidate, Date of Exam, Address of the Exam Centre allotted etc.

2. After downloading the admit card, ensure that the data is printed as per the application form
submitted by you. In case of any discrepancy, open a ticket in the online query management system
for a faster resolution.
3. Admit Card is an important document and must be kept safe till the completion of admission
procedure.

Note: Request from a candidate for change of city allotted to him/her will NOT be entertained under any
circumstances for CBT. Candidate will not be permitted to appear for the CBT entrance examination
without a valid Admit Card. In the examination hall, candidate should produce his/her Admit Card when
demanded by the invigilator.

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AMRITA ENTRANCE EXAMINATIONS 2023 - GUIDELINES - COMPUTER BASED TEST (CBT)
A sample/mock test is available on our website for practice purpose and to give the candidate an
awareness of the Computer Based Test (CBT). The examination rooms / hall for CBT will be opened one
hour before the commencement of the test on the respective dates. The candidates should take their
seats in the examination hall 30 minutes prior to the commencement of the examination. If the
candidates do not report on time, they are likely to miss some of the general instructions to be
announced in the examination hall. A seat indicating the roll number is allocated to each candidate.
Candidates should find out and occupy only their allotted seat. Any candidate found to have changed
room or the seat on his/her own other than allotted, his/her candidature shall be cancelled, and no plea
would be accepted for it. The candidate must show, on demand, the Admit Card for admission in the
examination room/hall. The test will start exactly at the time mentioned in t he Admit Card. During the
examination time, the invigilator will check Admit Card of the candidate to satisfy himself/herself about
the identity of each candidate.

CODE OF CONDUCT
The candidates are governed by all Rules and Regulations of the University regarding their conduct in the
Examination Hall. All cases of unfair means will be dealt with as per University rules. Candidates shall
maintain perfect silence and attend to their question paper only. Any conversation or gesture or
disturbance in the Examination Room / Hall shall be deemed as misbehaviour.

If a candidate is found using unfair means or impersonating, his/her candidature shall be cancelled, and
he/she will be liable to be debarred for taking examination either permanently or for a specifie d period
according to the nature of offence. The decision of the Admission Committee is final and is binding on the
candidate.

AMRITA ENTRANCE EXAMINATIONS 2023 RESULT

Result will be released for all the candidates who have appeared in Amrita Entrance Examinations 2023
provided the candidate has not indulged in any sort of malpractice and /or against the rules and
regulations of the examination as laid by the University. Candidates will be able to access their result by
entering the login details in our admission portal.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS FOR AWARD AND RENEWAL OF SCHOLARSHIP FEES:

Scholarship Fees, i.e. Slabs 1 to 3 is allotted for the Academic Year 2023-2024 ONLY. Renewal of scholarship
Fees for subsequent years is subject to meeting the following conditions:

1. Consistent Academic performance by securing a Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of

i. 8.0 and above in the case of Scholarship Slab 1 at the end of each academic year
ii. 7.5 and above in the case of Scholarship Slab 2 at the end of each academic year
iii. 7.0 and above in the case of Scholarship Slab 3 at the end of each academic year

2. No disciplinary action during the period of study in the University.

3. Clearing each semester without any arrear

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Failing to meet the aforesaid conditions 1,2 and 3, the candidate will be required to pay higher fees in the
subsequent years.


o If Slab 1 Student maintains CGPA 8.0 and above, the same fees slab will continue. If his/her CGPA is
between 7.5 and 8.0, he/she will pay Slab 2 fees in the subsequent year. If his/her CGPA is between 7.0 and
7.5, he/she will pay Slab 3 fees in the subsequent year. If CGPA is below 7.0, the candidate will be required
to pay slab 4 fees in the subsequent year.

o In the event a student moves to higher fee slab due to not meeting conditions 1, 2 and 3 above, the
student will not be able to move back to the old slab even if his/her CGPA improves in further subsequent
years.

FEE STRUECTURE:
Refer our website : www.amrita.edu/admissions

WITHDRAWAL / CANCELLATION OF ADMISSION – POLICIES & RULES

Procedures and rules on the withdrawal from the admission process is published prior to the counseling
process. Candidates are requested to visit website www.amrita.edu/admissions
for all the admission updates.

REFUND POLICY

Refund will be made as per the norms of University Grants Commission (UGC)/respective Statutory
Council.

Refund will be made only after submission of fee receipt, Provisional Seat Allotment Order [received
by email] & no dues certificate. The refund will be made through account transfer to the account
number mentioned in the withdrawal request. Hence, the correct bank account details may be
provided in the withdrawal request.

Refund will be effected only after the final allotment.

SETTLEMENT OF DISPUTES:
In case of any disputes in the interpretation of any of the conditions included in this handbook or in any
other matter related to admissions covered by the Rules and Regulations contained herein, decision of
the Director of Admissions & Academic Outreach, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham will be final and binding
on the candidate.

JURISDICTION:
Courts situated in Coimbatore District, Tamil Nadu only will have jurisdiction ov er disputes, if any, arising
on the matter of application and/or admission to the courses covered in these Rules and Regulations.
Note: University reserves the right to change the admission related matters.

ALL CORRESPONDENCE RELATED TO ADMISSIONS SHOULD BE ADDRESSED TO:

Directorate of Admissions & Academic Outreach,
Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Amritanagar (PO), Ettimadai,
Coimbatore – 641112, Tamilnadu.
Phone: 044 - 46276066 [Toll Free]
Email : [email protected]

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APPENDIX I:
Amrita Entrance Examination-Engineering(AEEE) - 2023
EXAMINATION CITIES FOR COMPUTER BASED TEST (CBT) Only for B.TECH
sl.
State Exam City Name Exam City Code
No
1 ANANTAPUR 1001
2 CHITOOR 1002
3 EAST GODAVARI 1003
4 GUNTUR 1004
5 KRISHNA 1005
6 KURNOOL 1006
7 PRAKASAM 1007
Andhra Pradesh
8 SPSR NELLORE 1008
9 SRIKAKULAM 1009
10 VISAKHAPATNAM 1010
11 VIZIANAGARAM 1011
12 WEST GODAVARI 1012
13 Y.S.R. 1013
14 VIJAYAWADA 1014
15 Assam KAMRUP METRO 1201
16 BHAGALPUR 1301
17 Bihar GAYA 1302
18 PATNA 1304
19 BILASPUR 1401
20 Chhattisgarh DURG 1402
21 RAIPUR 1403
22 Goa GOA 1501
23 AHMEDABAD 1601
24 BHARUCH 1602
25 GANDHINAGAR 1603
26 JAMNAGAR 1604
Gujarat
27 RAJKOT 1605
28 SURAT 1606
29 VADODARA 1607
30 VALSAD 1608
31 FARIDABAD 1701
32 Haryana GURUGRAM 1702
33 YAMUNANAGAR 1705
34 Himachal Pradesh SHIMLA 1801
35 Jammu and Kashmir JAMMU 1901
36 Jharkhand RANCHI 2001
37 BALLARI 2101
38 BENGALURU 2102
39 Karnataka DAKSHIN KANNAD 2104
40 DAVANGERE 2105
41 MYSURU 2106

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sl.
state Exam City Name Exam City Code
No
42 ALAPUZHA 2201
43 ERNAKULAM 2202
44 KANNUR 2203
45 KOLLAM 2204
46 KOTTAYAM 2205
47 KOZHIKODE 2206
Kerala & Mahe
48 MALAPPURAM 2207
49 PALAKKAD 2208
50 PATHANAMTHITTA 2209
51 THIRUVANANTHAPURAM 2210
52 THRISSUR 2211
53 DUBAI 2212
54 BHOPAL 2301
55 GWALIOR 2302
Madhya Pradesh
56 INDORE 2303
57 JABALPUR 2304
58 AURANGABAD 2401
59 KOLHAPUR 2404
60 MUMBAI 2405
61 NAGPUR 2407
Maharashtra
62 NASHIK 2408
63 PUNE 2409
64 RAIGAD 2410
65 THANE 2411
66 Manipur IMPHAL 2501
67 Meghalaya SHILLONG 2601
68 CUTTACK 2901
Odisha
69 KHORDHA 2903
70 JALANDHAR 3001
Punjab
71 LUDHIANA 3002
72 BIKANER 3105
73 JAIPUR 3108
74 JODHPUR 3109
Rajasthan
75 KOTA 3110
76 SIKAR 3111
77 UDAIPUR 3112

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 sl.
state Exam City Name Exam City Code
No
78 CHENNAI 3302
79 COIMBATORE 3303
80 CUDDALORE 3304
81 DINDIGUL 3305
82 ERODE 3306
83 KANYAKUMARI 3308
84 KARUR 3309
85 KRISHNAGIRI 3310
86 MADURAI 3311
87 NAMAKKAL 3312
88 PONDICHERY 3313
89 SALEM 3314
Tamil Nadu & Puducherry (UT)
90 THANJAVUR 3315
91 THE NILGIRIS 3316
92 THENI 3317
93 THIRUVALLUR 3318
94 TIRUCHIRAPALLI 3319
95 TIRUNELVELI 3320
96 TIRUPPUR 3321
97 TUTICORIN 3322
98 VELLORE 3323
99 VILLUPURAM 3324
100 VIRUDHUNAGAR 3325
101 HOSUR 3326
102 HYDERABAD 3402
103 KARIMNAGAR 3403
104 KHAMMAM 3404
105 MEHBUBNAGAR 3406
Telangana
106 NALGONDA 3407
107 NIZAMABAD 3408
108 RANGA REDDY 3409
109 WARANGAL 3412
110 AGRA 3601
111 ALLAHABAD 3602
112 GAUTAM BUDDHA NAGAR 3603
113 GHAZIABAD 3604
Uttar Pradesh
114 KANPUR NAGAR 3605
115 LUCKNOW 3606
116 MEERUT 3607
117 VARANASI 3608
118 Uttarakhand DEHRADUN 3701
119 West Bengal KOLKATA 3802
120 Andaman and Nicobar Islands ANDAMAN & NICOBAR ISLANDS 3901
121 Chandigarh CHANDIGARH 4001
122 Delhi DELHI 4301

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APPENDIX II:
Amrita Entrance Examination – Physical Sciences ( AEEP )
Amrita Entrance Examination – Life Sciences, Agriculture & Medical Sciences ( AEEL )
Amrita Entrance Examination – Behavioural Sciences ( Arts, Humanities & Commerce) ( AEEB )
Entrance Exam Cities List – 2023 (Except B.TECH PROGRAMMES ONLY)
S.L No State District
1 KERALA ALAPPUZHA
2 KERALA ERNAKULAM
3 KERALA IDUKKI
4 KERALA KANNUR
5 KERALA KASARAGOD
6 KERALA KOLLAM
7 KERALA KOTTAYAM
8 KERALA KOZHIKODE
9 KERALA MALAPPURAM
10 KERALA PALAKKAD
11 KERALA PATHANAMTHITTA
12 KERALA THIRUVANANTHAPURAM
13 KERALA THRISSUR
14 KERALA WAYANAD
15 TAMILNADU CHENNAI
16 TAMILNADU COIMBATORE
17 TAMILNADU CUDDALORE
18 TAMILNADU DINDIGUL
19 TAMILNADU ERODE
20 TAMILNADU KANNIYAKUMARI
21 TAMILNADU KARUR
22 TAMILNADU KRISHNAGIRI
23 TAMILNADU MADURAI
24 TAMILNADU NAMAKKAL
25 TAMILNADU PONDICHERRY
26 TAMILNADU SALEM
27 TAMILNADU THANJAVUR
28 TAMILNADU THE NILGIRIS
29 TAMILNADU THENI
30 TAMILNADU THIRUVALLUR

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S.L No State District
31 TAMILNADU TIRUCHIRAPPALLI
32 TAMILNADU TIRUNELVELI
33 TAMILNADU TIRUPPUR
34 TAMILNADU TUTICORIN
35 TAMILNADU VELLORE
36 TAMILNADU VIRUDHUNAGAR
37 KARNATAKA BENGALURU
38 ANDHRA PRADESH ANANTAPUR
39 ANDHRA PRADESH CHITTOOR
40 ANDHRA PRADESH EAST GODAVARI
41 ANDHRA PRADESH GUNTUR
42 ANDHRA PRADESH KRISHNA
43 ANDHRA PRADESH SPSR NELLORE
44 ANDHRA PRADESH VISAKHAPATANAM
45 TELANGANA HYDERABAD
46 TELANGANA RANGAREDDI
47 MAHARASHTRA PUNE
48 MAHARASHTRA THANE
49 DELHI DELHI
50 BIHAR PATNA
51 CHHATTISGARH RAIPUR
52 GUJARAT AHMEDABAD
53 HARYANA FARIDABAD
54 HARYANA GURUGRAM
55 HARYANA YAMUNANAGAR
56 JHARKHAND RANCHI
57 MADHYA PRADESH INDORE
58 RAJASTHAN KOTA
59 UTTAR PRADESH LUCKNOW
60 WEST BENGAL KOLKATA
61 ANDAMAN AND NICOBAR ISLANDS ANDAMAN AND NICOBAR ISLANDS

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APPENDIX – III:

SYLLABUS FOR AEEE 2023

MATHEMATICS
Unit 1: Sets, Relations and Functions: Sets and their representation: Union, intersection and
complement of sets and their algebraic properties; Power set; Relation, Type of relations,
equivalence relations, functions; one- one, into and onto functions, the composition of functions.

Unit 2: Complex Numbers: Complex numbers in the form a+ib and their representation on a plane.
Argand diagram. Algebra of complex numbers, Modulus and argument (or amplitude) of a complex
number, square root of a complex number. Cube roots of unity, triangle inequality.

Unit 3: Permutations and Combinations: Fundamental principle of counting; Permutation as an

arrangement and combination as selection, simple applications.

Unit 4: Binomial Theorem: Binomial theorem for positive integral indices. General and middle terms in
binomial expansions, simple applications.

Unit 5: Sequences and Series: Arithmetic, Geometric and Harmonic progressions. Insertion of
Arithmetic, Geometric and Harmonic means between two given numbers. Relation between A.M., G.M.
and H.M. Special series ∑n, ∑n2, ∑n3.Arithmetico-Geometric Series, Exponential and Logarithmic Series.

Unit 6: Matrices and Determinants: Determinants and matrices of order two and three, Properties of
determinants. Evaluation of determinants. Addition and multiplication of matrices, adjoint and inverse
of matrix. Solution of simultaneous linear equations using determinants.

Unit 7: Quadratic Equations: Quadratic equations in real and complex number system and their
solutions. Relation between roots and coefficients, Nature of roots, Formation of quadratic equations
with given roots.

Unit 8: Trigonometry: Trigonometrical identities and equations. Inverse trigonometric functions and
their properties. Properties of triangles including centroid, incentre, circumcentre and orthocentre,
Solution of triangles. Heights and distances.

Unit 9: Measures Of Central Tendency and Dispersion: Calculation of Mean, Median and Mode of
grouped and ungrouped data, Calculation of standard deviation, variance and mean deviation for
grouped and ungrouped data.

Unit 10: Probability: Probability of an event, addition and multiplication theorems of probability and
their applications; Conditional probability; Bayes’ theorem, Probability distribution of a random variate;
Binomial and Poisson distributions and their properties.

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Unit 11: Differential Calculus: Polynomials, rational, trigonometric, logarithmic and exponential
functions; Graphs of simple functions, Limits, Continuity; Differentiation of the sum, difference, product
and quotient of two functions; Differentiation of trigonometric, inverse trigonometric, logarithmic,
exponential, composite and implicit functions; Derivatives of order upto two, Applications of
derivatives; Maxima and Minima of functions one variable, tangents and normals, Rolle’s and Langrage’s
Mean Value Theorems.

Unit 12: Integral Calculus: Integral as an anti-derivative. Fundamental integrals involving algebraic,
trigonometric, exponential and logarithmic functions; Integration by substitution, by parts and by
partial fractions; Integration using trigonometric identities; Integral as a limit of sum; Properties of
definite integrals. Evaluation of definite integral; Determining areas of the regions bounded by simple
curves.

Unit 13: Differential Equations: Ordinary differential equations, their order and degree; Formation of
differential equation; Solutions of differential equations by the method of separation of variables;
Solution of Homogeneous and linear differential equations of first order.

Unit 14: Co-ordinate Geometry: Review of Cartesian system of rectangular co-ordinates in a plane,
distance formula, area of triangle, condition for the collinearity of three points, slope of a line, parallel
and perpendicular lines, intercepts of a line on the coordinate axes.

Unit 15: The Straight Line and Pair of Straight Lines: Various forms of equations of a line, intersection
of lines, angles between two lines, conditions for concurrence of three lines, distance of a point from a
line. Equations of internal and external bisectors of angles between two lines, equation of family lines
passing through the point of intersection of two lines, homogeneous equation of second degree in x
and y, angle between pair of lines through the origin, combined equation of the bisectors of the angles
between a pair of lines, condition for the general second degree equation to represent a pair of lines,
point of intersections and angles between two lines.

Unit 16: Circles and Family of Circles: Standard form of equation of a circle, general form of the
equation of a circle, its radius and centre, equation of a circle in the parametric form, equation of a
circle when the end points of a diameter are given, points of intersection of a line and circle with the
centre at the origin and condition for a line to be tangent, equation of a family of circles through the
intersection of two circles, condition for two intersecting circles to be orthogonal.

Unit 17: Conic Sections: Sections of cones, equations of conic sections (parabola, ellipse and
hyperbola) in standard forms, conditions for y = mx+c to be a tangent and point(s) of tangency.

Unit 18: Vector Algebra: Vector and scalars, addition of two vectors, components of a vector in two
dimensions and three-dimensional space, scalar and vector products, scalar and vector triple product.
Application of vectors to plane geometry.

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Unit 19: Three-Dimensional Geometry: Distance between two points. Direction cosines of a line
joining two points. Cartesian and vector equation of a line. Coplanar and skew lines. Shortest distance
between two lines. Cartesian and vector equation of a plane. Angle between (i) two lines (ii) two
planes (iii) a line and a plane. Distance of a point from a plane.

PHYSICS
Unit 1: Units and dimensions
Units for measurement, system of units, SI, fundamental and derived units, dimensional analysis.
Unit 2: Kinematics:
Uniform and non-uniform motion, average speed and instantaneous velocity, uniformly accelerated
motion, velocity- time, position-time graph, relations for uniformly accelerated motion, Scalars and
Vectors, Vector. Addition and subtraction, zero vector, scalar and vector products, Unit Vector,
Resolution of a Vector. Relative Velocity, Motion in a plane, Projectile Motion, Uniform Circular
Motion.

Unit 3: Mechanics
Motion in one-dimension, uniform and non-uniform motion, uniformly accelerated motion; Scalars
and Vectors, resolution of Vectors, vector properties. Motion in a plane, Projectile motion, Uniform
circular motion.

Newton’s laws of motion, conservation of linear momentum, Friction; Work-Energy theorem, kinetic
energy, potential energy, conservation of energy; elastic collision in one and two dimensions.

Center of mass of a system of particles, centre of mass of a rigid body, rotational motion and torque,
angular momentum and its conservation, moments of inertia for various geometries , parallel and
perpendicular axes theorem.

Universal law of gravitation, acceleration due to gravity, planetary motion, Kepler’s laws, Satellites,
gravitational potential and potential energy and escape velocity.

Unit 4: Solids and Fluids

Solids: Elastic properties, Hooke’s law, Young’s modulus, bulk modulus, rigidity modulus.

Liquids: Cohesion and adhesion; surface energy and surface tension; flow of fluids; Bernouli’s
theorem and applications; viscosity, Stoke’s law, terminal velocity

Unit 5: Oscillations and Waves

Oscillations: Oscillatory motion - periodic and non-periodic motion; simple harmonic motion (SHM),
angular SHM, linear harmonic oscillator – both horizontal and vertical; combination of springs –
series and parallel, simple pendulum; Expression of energy – potential energy, kinetic energy and
total energy; Graphical representation of SHM; Types of oscillations – free, damped, maintained and
forced oscillations and resonance.

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Wave Motion: Properties of waves; Transverse and Longitudinal waves; Superposition of waves,
Progressive and Standing waves; Vibration of strings and air columns, beats, Doppler Effect.

Unit 6: Heat and Thermodynamics

Heat, work and temperature; Ideal gas laws; Specific heat capacity, Thermal expansion of solids,
liquids and gases, Relationship between Cp and Cv for gases; Newton’s law of cooling, black body,
Kirchoff’s law, Stafan’s law and Wein’s law, thermodynamic equilibrium, internal energy; Zeroth, first
and second law of thermodynamics, thermodynamic processes, Carnot cycle, efficiency of heat
engines, refrigerator

Unit 7: Electrostatics, Current Electricity and Magnetostatics

Electric charges and Fields: Electric Charge; Conductors and Insulators, Charging by Induction, Basic
Properties of Electric Charge, Coulomb’s Law, Forces between Multiple Charges, Electric Field,
Electric Field Lines, Electric Flux, Electric Dipole, Dipole in a Uniform External Field, Continuous
Charge Distribution, Gauss’s Law, Applications of Gauss’s Law.

Electrostatic potential and Capacitance: Electrostatic potential, Potential due to a point charge,
electric dipole, system of charges. Equipotential surfaces; Potential energy of a system of charges,
potential energy in an external field, Electrostatics of conductors, Dielectric and Polarization,
Capacitors and Capacitance, parallel plate capacitor, effect of dielectric on capacitance combination
of capacitors, energy stored in a capacitor, Van de Graaff Generator.

Current Electricity: Electric current, electric currents in conductors, Ohm’s law, drift of electrons and
the origin of Resistivity, temperature dependence of resistivity, electrical energy, power, combination
of resistors, series and parallel, cells, emf, internal resistance, cells in series and in parallel,
Kirchhoff’s Rules, Wheatstone bridge, Meter bridge, potentiometer.

Heating effects of current: Electric power; concept of thermoelectricity – Seebeck effect and
thermocouple, chemical effect of current – Faraday’s laws of electrolysis.

Magnetic effects: Oersted’s experiment, BiotSavart’s law, magnetic field due to a straight wire,
circular loop and solenoid, force on a moving charge in a uniform magnetic field (Lorentz force),
forces and torques on a current carrying conductor in a magnetic field, force between current
carrying wires, moving coil galvanometer and conversion to ammeter and voltmeter.

Magnetostatistics: Bar magnet, magnetic field, lines of force, torque on a bar magnet in a magnetic
field, earth’s magnetic field; para, dia, and ferro magnetism, magnetic induction and magnetic
susceptibility.

Unit 8: Electromagnetic Induction and Electromagnetic Waves

Electromagnetic Induction: Induced e. m. f: Magnetic flux, Faraday’s law, Lenz’s Law and Conservation
of Energy, self and mutual inductance.

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Alternating Current: Impedance and reactance; power in AC circuits; AC voltage applied to resistor,
inductor, capacitor, LCR circuits and resonance, transformer and AC generator.

Electromagnetic Waves: Electromagnetic waves characteristics, electromagnetic spectrum from

gamma to radio waves.

Unit 9: Kinetic Theory of Gases: Equation of state of a perfect gas, work done on compressing a gas,
Kinetic theory of gases - assumptions, the concept of pressure. Kinetic energy and temperature:
RMS speed of gas molecules: Degrees of freedom. Law of equipartition of energy, applications to
specific heat capacities of gases; Mean free path. Avogadro's number.

Unit 10: Ray and Wave Optics

Ray Optics and optical instruments: Reflection and refraction of light by plain spherical mirrors -
Total Internal Reflection; optical fiber; deviation and dispersion of light by a prism; lens formula;
magnification and resolving power; microscope and telescope.

Wave Optics: Huygens principle: Wave nature of light, interference of light waves and Young’s
experiment, thin films, Newton’s rings, Diffraction – single slit, grating, Polarization and
applications.

Unit 11: Modern Physics

Dual nature of radiation and matter: De Broglie relation, Electron emission, photoelectric effect,
experimental study, Einstein’s photoelectric equation: Energy quantum of radiation; particle nature
of light, the photon, wave nature of matter.

Atoms: Alpha-particle scattering and Rutherford’s nuclear model of atom, atomic spectra, Bohr
model of the hydrogen atom; the line spectra of the hydrogen atom.

Nuclei: Atomic masses and composition of nucleus; size of the nucleus; mass-energy and nuclear
binding energy; nuclear force; radioactivity; nuclear energy

Semiconductor materials, devices and simple circuits: Energy bands in solids; classification of
metals, conductors and semiconductors; intrinsic semiconductor, extrinsic semiconductor, p-n
junction, semiconductor diode, junction diode as a rectifier, junction transistor, transistor as an
amplifier.

CHEMISTRY
Unit 1 – Basic Chemical calculations: Density - mole concept - empirical and molecular formula –
stoichiometry - volumetry, equivalent and molecular masses, percentage composition

Unit 2 - Atomic structure & periodicity: Atomic models, sub-atomic particles, orbital shapes, Pauli’s
exclusion, Hund’s rule, Aufbau principle, de-Broglie relation, Heisenberg’s uncertainty, electronic
configuration and periodic properties.

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Unit 3 - Chemical bonding: Ionic bonding, lattice energy – Born-haber cycle, covalent bond - Fajan’s
Rule –VSEPR theory -- hybridization, valence bond and molecular orbital theory, coordinate, metallic
and hydrogen bonding

Unit 4 - S-block and hydrogen: Hydrogen, isotopes, liquid hydrogen as fuel, alkali metals, oxides and
hydroxides, extraction and properties of lithium, sodium and potassium. Group 2 elements and their
properties.

Unit 5 - P-block elements: Boron - borax, boranes, diboranes, Carbon - allotropes, oxides, carbides,
halides and sulphides of carbon group- silicon and silicates – silicones, Nitrogen – Fixation –
compounds of nitrogen- Phosphorous – allotropes and compounds. Oxygen - oxides and peroxide.
Sulphur – its compounds - inter-halogen compounds.

Unit 6 - d and f block elements: d-block elements configuration and properties - transition elements,
chromium, copper, zinc, silver, interstitial compounds and alloys, f - block elements and extraction,
lanthanides and actinides

Unit 7 - Solid state: Solids - amorphous and crystalline, classification of crystalline - unit cell, Miller
indices - packing efficiency, unit cell dimensions, crystal structure, ionic crystals, imperfections in
solids, electric and magnetic properties.

Unit 8 - Coordination compounds: Terminology in coordination- isomerism, Werner, VBT, CFT

theories - Bio- coordination compounds.

Unit 9 - Gaseous State & Surface chemistry: Gaseous state and gas laws, deviation- van der Waal’s
constants - Joule-Thomson effect - liquefaction of gases, theory of catalysis, colloids and emulsions.

Unit 10 - Colligative properties: Lowering of vapour pressure, Depression of freezing point, Elevation
in boiling point, Osmotic pressure, abnormality - dissociation and association

Unit 11 – Electrochemistry: Faraday’s laws - specific, equivalent and molar conductances,

Kohlraush’s law and applications- electrode potentials - EMF, electrochemical and, galvanic cells,
Nernst equation, batteries, fuel cells, corrosion and its prevention.

Unit 12 -Thermodynamics: First and second law- internal energy, enthalpy, entropy, free energy
changes– specific heats at constant pressure and constant volume – enthalpy of combustion,
formation and neutralization, Kirchoff law – Hess’s law - bond energy

Unit 13 - Chemical and Ionic Equilibria: Law of chemical equilibrium, homogenous and
heterogeneous equilibrium, Le Chatlier’s principle, equilibrium constants, factors affecting- Ionic
equilibrium, ionization of acids and bases, buffer solutions, pH -solubility of sparingly soluble salts

Unit 14 - Chemical kinetics: Order, molecularity, rate and rate constant – first and second order
reactions - temperature dependence, factors influencing rate of reaction, integrated rate equation,
collision theory of chemical reaction

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 Unit 15 - Basic Organic chemistry: Classification, functional groups, nomenclature and isomerism,
types of organic reactions, mechanism, purification, qualitative and quantitative analysis
carbocation, carbanion and free radical, electron displacement in covalent bond.

Unit 16 - Hydrocarbons & Polymers: IUPAC nomenclature, alkanes –alkynes – aromatic

hydrocarbons- nomenclature, preparation, physical and chemical properties uses. Polymerization –
types, molecular mass, biodegradable and commercial polymers.

Unit 17 - Organic halogen compounds: Nature of C-X bond- preparation - properties and reactions
of alkyl and aryl halides- polyhalogen compounds - substitution and elimination – mechanism-
Grignard reagents.

Unit 18 - Stereochemistry and Organic nitrogen compounds: Preparation - properties and uses of
Aliphatic and aromatic nitro compounds --aliphatic and aromatic amines, nitriles, Diazonium salts. – 1°,
2°, and 3° amines – distinction - Optical activity.

Unit 19 - Organic functional groups – hydroxyl, carbonyl compounds and ethers: Nomenclature,
preparation, properties and uses of alcohols, ethers, aldehydes, ketones, aliphatic carboxylic acids,
benzoic acid - salicylic acid.

Unit 20 - Biomolecules and Environmental chemistry: Carbohydrates, proteins, amino acids -

enzymes, vitamins, and nucleic acids - lipids. Pollution. - air, water and soil - industrial waste, acid rain,
greenhouse effect, global warming, Strategies to control pollution.

ENGLISH
Articles, Synonyms, Antonyms, Preposition, Verbs.

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 SYLLABUS FOR AEEP 2023
PHYSICS
Unit 1: Units and dimensions: Units for measurement, system of units, SI, fundamental and derived
units, dimensional analysis.

Unit 2: Kinematics: Uniform and non-uniform motion, average speed and instantaneous velocity,
uniformly accelerated motion, velocity time, position-time graph, relations for uniformly accelerated
motion, Scalars and Vectors, Vector. Addition and subtraction, zero vector, scalar and vector products,
Unit Vector, Resolution of a Vector. Relative Velocity, Motion in a plane, Projectile Motion, Uniform
Circular Motion.

Unit 3: Mechanics: Motion in one-dimension, uniform and non-uniform motion, uniformly

accelerated motion; Scalars and Vectors, resolution of Vectors, vector properties. Motion in a plane,
Projectile motion, Uniform circular motion. Newton’s laws of motion, conservation of linear
momentum, Friction; Work-Energy theorem, kinetic energy, potential energy, conservation of energy;
elastic collision in one and two dimensions. Center of mass of a system of particles, centre of mass of
a rigid body, rotational motion and torque, angular momentum and its conservation, moments of
inertia for various geometries , parallel and perpendicular axes theorem. Universal law of gravitation,
acceleration due to gravity, planetary motion, Kepler’s laws, Satellites, gravitational potential and
potential energy and escape velocity.

Unit 4: Solids and Fluids Solids: Elastic properties, Hooke’s law, Young’s modulus, bulk modulus,
rigidity modulus. Liquids: Cohesion and adhesion; surface energy and surface tension; flow of fluids;
Bernouli’s theorem and applications; viscosity, Stoke’s law, terminal velocity

Unit 5: Oscillations and Waves Oscillations: Oscillatory motion - periodic and non-periodic motion;
simple harmonic motion (SHM), angular SHM, linear harmonic oscillator – both horizontal and
vertical; combination of springs – series and parallel, simple pendulum; Expression of energy –
potential energy, kinetic energy and total energy; Graphical representation of SHM; Types of
oscillations – free, damped, maintained and forced oscillations and resonance. Wave Motion:
Properties of waves; Transverse and Longitudinal waves; Superposition of waves, Progressive and
Standing waves; Vibration of strings and air columns, beats, Doppler Effect.

Unit 6: Electrostatics, Current Electricity and Magnetostatics Electric charges and Fields: Electric
Charge; Conductors and Insulators, Charging by Induction, Basic Properties of Electric Charge,
Coulomb’s Law, Forces between Multiple Charges, Electric Field, Electric Field Lines, Electric Flux,
Electric Dipole, Dipole in a Uniform External Field, Continuous Charge Distribution, Gauss’s Law,
Applications of Gauss’s Law. Electrostatic potential and Capacitance: Electrostatic potential, Potential
due to a point charge, electric dipole, system of charges. Equipotential surfaces; Potential energy of a

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system of charges, potential energy in an external field, Electrostatics of conductors, Dielectric and
Polarization, Capacitors and Capacitance, parallel plate capacitor, effect of dielectric on capacitance
combination of capacitors, energy stored in a capacitor, Van de Graaff Generator. Current Electricity:
Electric current, electric currents in conductors, Ohm’s law, drift of electrons and the origin of
Resistivity, temperature dependence of resistivity, electrical energy, power, combination of resistors,
series and parallel, cells, emf, internal resistance, cells in series and in parallel, Kirchhoff’s Rules,
Wheatstone bridge, Meter bridge, potentiometer. Heating effects of current: Electric power; concept
of thermoelectricity – Seebeck effect and thermocouple, chemical effect of current – Faraday’s laws of
electrolysis. Magnetic effects: Oersted’s experiment, BiotSavart’s law, magnetic field due to a straight
wire, circular loop and solenoid, force on a moving charge in a uniform magnetic field (Lorentz force),
forces and torques on a current carrying conductor in a magnetic field, force between current carrying
wires, moving coil galvanometer and conversion to ammeter and voltmeter. Magnetostatistics: Bar
magnet, magnetic field, lines of force, torque on a bar magnet in a magnetic field, earth’s magnetic
field; para, dia, and ferro magnetism, magnetic induction and magnetic susceptibility.

Unit 7: Electromagnetic Induction and Electromagnetic Waves Electromagnetic Induction: Induced e.

m. f: Magnetic flux, Faraday’s law, Lenz’s Law and Conservation of Energy, self and mutual inductance.
Alternating Current: Impedance and reactance; power in AC circuits; AC voltage applied to resistor,
inductor, capacitor, LCR circuits and resonance, transformer and AC generator. Electromagnetic
Waves: Electromagnetic waves characteristics, electromagnetic spectrum from gamma to radio
waves.

Unit 8: Kinetic Theory of Gases: Equation of state of a perfect gas, work done on compressing a gas,
Kinetic theory of gases - assumptions, the concept of pressure. Kinetic energy and temperature: RMS
speed of gas molecules: Degrees of freedom. Law of equipartition of energy, applications to specific
heat capacities of gases; Mean free path. Avogadro's number.

Unit 9: Ray and Wave Optics Ray Optics and optical instruments: Reflection and refraction of light by
plain spherical mirrors - Total Internal Reflection; optical fiber; deviation and dispersion of light by a
prism; lens formula; magnification and resolving power; microscope and telescope. Wave Optics:
Huygens principle: Wave nature of light, interference of light waves and Young’s experiment, thin
films, Newton’s rings, Diffraction – single slit, grating, Polarization and applications.

Unit 10: Modern Physics Dual nature of radiation and matter: De Broglie relation, Electron emission,
photoelectric effect, experimental study, Einstein’s photoelectric equation: Energy quantum of
radiation; particle nature of light, the photon, wave nature of matter. Atoms: Alpha -particle scattering
and Rutherford’s nuclear model of atom, atomic spectra, Bohr model of the hydrogen atom; the line
spectra of the hydrogen atom. Nuclei: Atomic masses and composition of nucleus; size of the nucleus;
mass-energy and nuclear binding energy; nuclear force; radioactivity; nuclear energy Semiconductor
materials, devices and simple circuits: Energy bands in solids; classification of metals, conductors and
semiconductors; intrinsic semiconductor, extrinsic semiconductor, p-n junction, semiconductor diode,
junction diode as a rectifier, junction transistor, transistor as an amplifier.

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 CHEMISTRY
Unit 1 – Basic Chemical calculations: Density - mole concept - empirical and molecular formula –
stoichiometry - volumetry, equivalent and molecular masses, percentage composition

Unit 2 - Atomic structure & periodicity: Atomic models, sub-atomic particles, orbital shapes, Pauli’s
exclusion, Hund’s rule, Aufbau principle, de-Broglie relation, Heisenberg’s uncertainty, electronic
configuration and periodic properties.

Unit 3 - Chemical bonding: Ionic bonding, lattice energy – Born-haber cycle, covalent bond - Fajan’s
Rule –VSEPR theory - - hybridization, valence bond and molecular orbital theory, coordinate, metallic
and hydrogen bonding

Unit 4 - d and f block elements: d-block elements configuration and properties - transition elements,
chromium, copper, zinc, silver, interstitial compounds and alloys, f - block elements and extraction,
lanthanides and actinides

Unit 5 - Solid state: So ds li- amorphous and crystalline, classification of crystalline - unit cell, Miller
indices - packing efficiency, unit cell dimensions, crystal structure, ionic crystals, imperfections in
solids, electric and magnetic properties.

Unit 6 - Coordination compounds: Terminology in coordination- isomerism, Werner, VBT, CFT

theories - Bio coordination compounds.

Unit 7 - Gaseous State & Surface chemistry: Gaseous state and gas laws, deviation- van der Waal’s
constants - Joule-Thomson effect - liquefaction of gases, theory of catalysis, colloids and e:

Unit 8 - Colligative properties: Lowering of vapour pressure, Depression of freezing point, Elevation
in boiling point, Osmotic pressure, abnormality - dissociation and association

Unit 9 – Electrochemistry: Faraday’s laws - specific, equivalent and molar conductances, Kohlraush’s
law and applications- electrode potentials - EMF, electrochemical and, galvanic cells, Nernst
equation, batteries, fuel cells, corrosion and its prevention.

Unit 10 -Thermodynamics: First and second law- internal energy, enthalpy, entropy, free energy
changes– specific heats at constant pressure and constant volume – enthalpy of combustion,
formation and neutralization, Kirchoff law – Hess’s law - bond energy

Unit 11 - Chemical and Ionic Equilibrium: Law of chemical equilibrium, homogenous and
heterogeneous equilibrium, Le Chatlier’s principle, equilibrium constants, factors affecting- Ionic
equilibrium, ionization of acids and bases, buffer solutions, pH -solubility of sparingly soluble salts

Unit 12 - Chemical kinetics: Order, molecularity, rate and rate constant – first and second order
reactions - temperature dependence, factors influencing rate of reaction, integrated rate equation,
collision theory of chemical reaction

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Unit 13 - Basic Organic chemistry: Classification, functional groups, nomenclature and isomerism,
types of organic reactions, mechanism, purification, qualitative and quantitative analysis
carbocation, carbanion and free radical, electron displacement in covalent bond.

Unit 14 - Hydrocarbons & Polymers: IUPAC nomenclature, alkanes –alkynes – aromatic

hydrocarbons nomenclature, preparation, physical and chemical properties uses. Polymerization –
types, molecular mass, biodegradable and commercial polymers.

Unit 15 - Organic halogen compounds: Nature of C-X bond- preparation - properties and reactions
of alkyl and aryl halides- polyhalogen compounds - substitution and elimination – mechanism-
Grignard reagents.

Unit 16 - Stereochemistry and Organic nitrogen compounds: Preparation - properties and uses of
Aliphatic and aromatic nitro compounds --aliphatic and aromatic amines, nitriles, Diazonium salts. –
1°, 2°, and 3° amines – distinction - Optical activity.

Unit 17 - Organic functional groups – hydroxyl, carbonyl compounds and ethers: Nomenclature,
preparation, properties and uses of alcohols, ethers, aldehydes, ketones, aliphatic carboxylic acids,
benzoic acid - salicylic acid.

Unit 18 - Biomolecules and Environmental chemistry: Carbohydrates, proteins, amino acids -

enzymes, vitamins, and nucleic acids - lipids. Pollution. - air, water and soil - industrial waste, acid
rain, greenhouse effect, global warming, Strategies to control pollution.

MATHEMATICS
Unit 1: Sets, Relations and Functions: Sets and their representation: Union, intersection and
complement of sets and their algebraic properties; Power set; Relation, Type of relations,
equivalence relations, functions; one one, into and onto functions, the composition of functions.

Unit 2: Complex Numbers: Complex numbers in the form a+ib and their representation on a plane.
Argand diagram. Algebra of complex numbers, Modulus and argument (or amplitude) of a complex
number, square root of a complex number. Cube roots of unity, triangle inequality.

Unit 3: Permutations and Combinations: Fundamental principle of counting; Permutation as an

arrangement and combination as selection, simple applications.

Unit 4: Binomial Theorem: Binomial theorem for positive integral indices. General and middle terms
in binomial expansions, simple applications.

Unit 5: Sequences and Series: Arithmetic, Geometric and Harmonic progressions. Insertion of
Arithmetic, Geometric and Harmonic means between two given numbers. Relation between A.M.,
G.M. and H.M. Special series ∑n, ∑n2, ∑n3.Arithmetico-Geometric Series, Exponential and
Logarithmic Series.

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Unit 6: Matrices and Determinants: Determinants and matrices of order two and three, Properties
of determinants. Evaluation of determinants. Addition and multiplication of matrices, adjoint and
inverse of matrix. Solution of simultaneous linear equations using determinants.

Unit 7: Trigonometry: Trigonometrical identities and equations. Inverse trigonometric functions and
their properties. Properties of triangles including centroid, incentre, circumcentre and orthocentre,
Solution of triangles. Heights and distances.

Unit 8: Probability: Probability of an event, addition and multiplication theorems of probability and
their applications; Conditional probability; Bayes’ theorem, Probability distribution of a random
variate; Binomial and Poisson distributions and their properties.

Unit 9: Differential Calculus: Polynomials, rational, trigonometric, logarithmic and exponential

functions; Graphs of simple functions, Limits, Continuity; Differentiation of the sum, difference,
product and quotient of two functions; Differentiation of trigonometric, inverse trigonometric,
logarithmic, exponential, composite and implicit functions; Derivatives of order upto two,
Applications of derivatives; Maxima and Minima of functions one variable, tangents and normals,
Rolle’s and Langrage’s Mean Value Theorems.

Unit 10: Integral Calculus: Integral as an anti-derivative. Fundamental integrals involving algebraic,
trigonometric, exponential and logarithmic functions; Integration by substitution, by parts and by
partial fractions; Integration using trigonometric identities; Integral as a limit of sum; Properties of
definite integrals. Evaluation of definite integral; Determining areas of the regions bounded by
simple curves.

Unit 11: Differential Equations: Ordinary differential equations, their order and degree; Formation
of differential equation; Solutions of differential equations by the method of separation of variables;
Solution of Homogeneous and linear differential equations of first order.

Unit 12: Co-ordinate Geometry: Review of Cartesian system of rectangular co-ordinates in a plane,
distance formula, area of triangle, condition for the collinearity of three points, slope of a line,
parallel and perpendicular lines, intercepts of a line on the coordinate axes.

Unit 13: The Straight Line and Pair of Straight Lines: Various forms of equations of a line,
intersection of lines, angles between two lines, conditions for concurrence of three lines, distance of
a point from a line. Equations of internal and external bisectors of angles between two lines,
equation of family lines passing through the point of intersection of two lines, homogeneous
equation of second degree in x and y, angle between pair of lines through the origin, combined
equation of the bisectors of the angles between a pair of lines, condition for the general second
degree equation to represent a pair of lines, point of intersections and angles between two lines.

Unit 14: Conic Sections: Sections of cones, equations of conic sections (parabola, ellipse and
hyperbola) in standard forms, conditions for y = mx+c to be a tangent and point(s) of tangency.

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Unit 15: Vector Algebra: Vector and scalars, addition of two vectors, components of a vector in two
dimensions and three-dimensional space, scalar and vector products, scalar and vector triple
product. Application of vectors to plane geometry.

Unit 16: Three-Dimensional Geometry: Distance between two points. Direction cosines of a line
joining two points. Cartesian and vector equation of a line. Coplanar and skew lines. Shortest
distance between two lines. Cartesian and vector equation of a plane. Angle between (i) two lines (ii)
two planes (iii) a line and a plane. Distance of a point from a plane.

ENGLISH
Articles, Synonyms, Antonyms, Preposition, verbs.

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 SYLLABUS FOR AEEL 2023
PHYSICS
Unit 1: Units and dimensions:

Units for measurement, system of units, SI, fundamental and derived units, dimensional analysis.

Unit 2: Kinematics:

Uniform and non-uniform motion, average speed and instantaneous velocity, uniformly accelerated
motion, velocity, time, position-time graph, relations for uniformly accelerated motion, Scalars and
Vectors, Vector. Addition and subtraction, zero vector, scalar and vector products, Unit Vector,
Resolution of a Vector. Relative Velocity, Motion in a plane, Projectile Motion, Uniform Circular
Motion.

Unit 3: Mechanics:

Motion in one-dimension, uniform and non-uniform motion, uniformly accelerated motion; Scalars
and Vectors, resolution of Vectors, vector properties. Motion in a plane, Projectile motion, Uniform
circular motion. Newton’s laws of motion, conservation of linear momentum, Friction; Work-Energy
theorem, kinetic energy, potential energy, conservation of energy; elastic collision in one and two
dimensions. Center of mass of a system of particles, centre of mass of a rigid body, rotational motion
and torque, angular momentum and its conservation, moments of inertia for various geometries ,
parallel and perpendicular axes theorem. Universal law of gravitation, acceleration due to gravity,
planetary motion, Kepler’s laws, Satellites, gravitational potential and potential energy and escape
velocity.

Unit 4: Solids and Fluids Solids:

Elastic properties, Hooke’s law, Young’s modulus, bulk modulus, rigidity modulus. Liquids: Cohesion
and adhesion; surface energy and surface tension; flow of fluids; Bernouli’s theorem and applications;
viscosity, Stoke’s law, terminal velocity

Unit 5: Oscillations and Waves Oscillations:

Oscillatory motion - periodic and non-periodic motion; simple harmonic motion (SHM), angular SHM,
linear harmonic oscillator – both horizontal and vertical; combination of springs – series and parallel,
simple pendulum; Expression of energy – potential energy, kinetic energy and total energy; Graphical
representation of SHM; Types of oscillations – free, damped, maintained and forced oscillations and
resonance. Wave Motion: Properties of waves; Transverse and Longitudinal waves; Superposition of
waves, Progressive and Standing waves; Vibration of strings and air columns, beats, Doppler Effect.

Unit 6: Electrostatics, Current Electricity and Magnetostatics Electric charges and Fields:

Electric Charge; Conductors and Insulators, Charging by Induction, Basic Properties of Electric Charge,
Coulomb’s Law, Forces between Multiple Charges, Electric Field, Electric Field Lines, Electric Flux,
Electric Dipole, Dipole in a Uniform External Field, Continuous Charge Distribution, Gauss’s Law,
Applications of Gauss’s Law. Electrostatic potential and Capacitance: Electrostatic potential, Potential

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due to a point charge, electric dipole, system of charges. Equipotential surfaces; Potential energy of a
system of charges, potential energy in an external field, Electrostatics of conductors, Dielectric and
Polarization, Capacitors and Capacitance, parallel plate capacitor, effect of dielectric on capacitance
combination of capacitors, energy stored in a capacitor, Van de Graaff Generator. Current Electricity:
Electric current, electric currents in conductors, Ohm’s law, drift of electrons and the origin of
Resistivity, temperature dependence of resistivity, electrical energy, power, combination of resistors,
series and parallel, cells, emf, internal resistance, cells in series and in parallel, Kirchhoff’s Rules,
Wheatstone bridge, Meter bridge, potentiometer. Heating effects of current: Electric power; concept
of thermoelectricity – Seebeck effect and thermocouple, chemical effect of current – Faraday’s laws of
electrolysis. Magnetic effects: Oersted’s experiment, BiotSavart’s law, magnetic field due to a straight
wire, circular loop and solenoid, force on a moving charge in a uniform magnetic field (Lorentz force),
forces and torques on a current carrying conductor in a magnetic field, force between current carrying
wires, moving coil galvanometer and conversion to ammeter and voltmeter. Magnetostatistics: Bar
magnet, magnetic field, lines of force, torque on a bar magnet in a magnetic field, earth’s magnetic
field; para, dia, and ferro magnetism, magnetic induction and magnetic susceptibility.

Unit 7: Electromagnetic Induction and Electromagnetic Waves Electromagnetic Induction: Induced

e. m. f:

Magnetic flux, Faraday’s law, Lenz’s Law and Conservation of Energy, self and mutual inductance.
Alternating Current: Impedance and reactance; power in AC circuits; AC voltage applied to resistor,
inductor, capacitor, LCR circuits and resonance, transformer and AC generator. Electromagnetic
Waves: Electromagnetic waves characteristics, electromagnetic spectrum from gamma to radio
waves.

Unit 8: Kinetic Theory of Gases:

Equation of state of a perfect gas, work done on compressing a gas, Kinetic theory of gases -
assumptions, the concept of pressure. Kinetic energy and temperature: RMS speed of gas molecules:
Degrees of freedom. Law of equipartition of energy, applications to specific heat capacities of gases;
Mean free path. Avogadro's number.

Unit 9: Ray and Wave Optics Ray Optics and optical instruments:

Reflection and refraction of light by plain spherical mirrors - Total Internal Reflection; optical fiber;
deviation and dispersion of light by a prism; lens formula; magnification and resolving power;
microscope and telescope. Wave Optics: Huygens principle: Wave nature of light, interference of light
waves and Young’s experiment, thin films, Newton’s rings, Diffraction – single slit, grating, Polarization
and applications.

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Unit 10: Modern Physics Dual nature of radiation and matter:

De Broglie relation, Electron emission, photoelectric effect, experimental study, Einstein’s

photoelectric equation: Energy quantum of radiation; particle nature of light, the photon, wave nature
of matter. Atoms: Alpha-particle scattering and Rutherford’s nuclear model of atom, atomic spectra,
Bohr model of the hydrogen atom; the line spectra of the hydrogen atom. Nuclei: Atomic masses and
composition of nucleus; size of the nucleus; mass-energy and nuclear binding energy; nuclear force;
radioactivity; nuclear energy Semiconductor materials, devices and simple circuits: Energy bands in
solids; classification of metals, conductors and semiconductors; intrinsic semiconductor, extrinsic
semiconductor, p-n junction, semiconductor diode, junction diode as a rectifier, junction transistor,
transistor as an amplifier.

CHEMISTRY
Unit 1 – Basic Chemical calculations:

Density - mole concept - empirical and molecular formula – stoichiometry - volumetry, equivalent and
molecular masses, percentage composition

Unit 2 - Atomic structure & periodicity:

Atomic models, sub-atomic particles, orbital shapes, Pauli’s exclusion, Hund’s rule, Aufbau principle,
de-Broglie relation, Heisenberg’s uncertainty, electronic configuration and periodic properties.

Unit 3 - Chemical bonding:

Ionic bonding, lattice energy – Born-haber cycle, covalent bond - Fajan’s Rule –VSEPR theory - -
hybridization, valence bond and molecular orbital theory, coordinate, metallic and hydrogen bonding

Unit 4 - d and f block elements:

d-block elements configuration and properties - transition elements, chromium, copper, zinc, silver,
interstitial compounds and alloys, f - block elements and extraction, lanthanides and actinides

Unit 5 - Solid state:

Solids - amorphous and crystalline, classification of crystalline - unit cell, Miller indices - packing
efficiency, unit cell dimensions, crystal structure, ionic crystals, imperfections in solids, electric and
magnetic properties.

Unit 6 - Coordination compounds:

Terminology in coordination- isomerism, Werner, VBT, CFT theories - Bio coordination compounds.

Unit 7 - Gaseous State & Surface chemistry:

Gaseous state and gas laws, deviation- van der Waal’s constants - Joule-Thomson effect - liquefaction
of gases, theory of catalysis, colloids and emulsions.

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Unit 8 - Colligative properties:

Lowering of vapour pressure, Depression of freezing point, Elevation in boiling point, Osmotic
pressure, abnormality - dissociation and association

Unit 9 – Electrochemistry:

Faraday’s laws - specific, equivalent and molar conductances, Kohlraush’s law and applications-
electrode potentials - EMF, electrochemical and, galvanic cells, Nernst equation, batteries, fuel cells,
corrosion and its prevention.

Unit 10 -Thermodynamics:

First and second law- internal energy, enthalpy, entropy, free energy changes– specific heats at
constant pressure and constant volume – enthalpy of combustion, formation and neutralization,
Kirchoff law – Hess’s law - bond energy

Unit 11 - Chemical and Ionic Equilibrium:

Law of chemical equilibrium, homogenous and heterogeneous equilibrium, Le Chatlier’s principle,

equilibrium constants, factors affecting- Ionic equilibrium, ionization of acids and bases, buffer
solutions, pH -solubility of sparingly soluble salts

Unit 12 - Chemical kinetics:

Order, molecularity, rate and rate constant – first and second order reactions - temperature
dependence, factors influencing rate of reaction, integrated rate equation, collision theory of chemical
reaction

Unit 13 - Basic Organic chemistry:

Classification, functional groups, nomenclature and isomerism, types of organic reactions, mechanism,
purification, qualitative and quantitative analysis carbocation, carbanion and free radical, electron
displacement in covalent bond.

Unit 14 - Hydrocarbons & Polymers:

IUPAC nomenclature, alkanes –alkynes – aromatic hydrocarbons nomenclature, preparation, physical

and chemical properties uses. Polymerization – types, molecular mass, biodegradable and commercial
polymers.

Unit 15 - Organic halogen compounds:

Nature of C-X bond- preparation - properties and reactions of alkyl and aryl halides- polyhalogen
compounds - substitution and elimination – mechanism- Grignard reagents.

Unit 16 - Stereochemistry and Organic nitrogen compounds:

Preparation - properties and uses of Aliphatic and aromatic nitro compounds --aliphatic and aromatic
amines, nitriles, Diazonium salts. – 1°, 2°, and 3° amines – distinction - Optical activity.

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Unit 17 - Organic functional groups – hydroxyl, carbonyl compounds and ethers:

Nomenclature, preparation, properties and uses of alcohols, ethers, aldehydes, ketones, aliphatic
carboxylic acids, benzoic acid - salicylic acid.

Unit 18 - Biomolecules and Environmental chemistry:

Carbohydrates, proteins, amino acids - enzymes, vitamins, and nucleic acids - lipids. Pollution. - air,
water and soil - industrial waste, acid rain, greenhouse effect, global warming, Strategies to control
pollution.

BIOLOGY
Unit 1: Diversity of Living Organisms The Living World:

Biodiversity; Need for classification; three domains of life; taxonomy and systematics; concept of
species and taxonomical hierarchy; binomial nomenclature. Biological Classification: Five kingdom
classification; Salient features and classification of Monera, Protista and Fungi into major groups;
Lichens, Viruses and Viroids. Plant Kingdom: Classification of plants into major groups; Salient and
distinguishing features and a few examples of Algae, Bryophyta, Pteridophyta, Gymnospermae Animal
Kingdom: Salient features and classification of animals, non-chordates up to phyla level and chordates
up to class level

Unit 2: Structural Organization in Animals and Plant Morphology of Flowering Plants:

Morphology of different parts of flowering plants: root, stem, leaf, inflorescence, flower, fruit and
seed. Description of family Solanaceae Anatomy of Flowering Plants: Anatomy and functions of tissue
systems in dicots and monocots. Structural Organisation in Animals: Morphology, Anatomy and
functions of different systems of frog.

Unit 3: Cell Structure and Function Cell-The Unit of Life:

Cell theory and cell as the basic unit of life, structure of prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells; Plant cell a nd
animal cell; cell envelope; cell membrane, cell wall; cell organelles - structure and function;
endomembrane system, endoplasmic reticulum, golgi bodies, lysosomes, vacuoles, mitochondria,
ribosomes, plastids, microbodies; cytoskeleton, cilia, flagella, centrioles (ultrastructure and function);
nucleus. Biomolecules: Chemical constituents of living cells: biomolecules, structure and function of
proteins, carbohydrates, lipids, nucleic acids; Enzyme - types, properties, enzyme action. Cell Cycle
and Cell Division: Cell cycle, mitosis, meiosis and their significance

Unit 4: Plant Physiology Photosynthesis in Higher Plants:

Photosynthesis as a means of autotrophic nutrition; site of photosynthesis, pigments involved in

photosynthesis (elementary idea); photochemical and biosynthetic phases of photosynthesis; cyclic
and non-cyclic photophosphorylation; chemiosmotic hypothesis; photorespiration; C3 and C4
pathways; factors affecting photosynthesis. Respiration in Plants: Exchange of gases; cellular
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glycolysis, fermentation (anaerobic), TCA cycle and electron transport system (aerobic); energy
relations - number of ATP molecules generated; amphibolic pathways; respiratory quotient. Plant -
Growth and Development: Seed germination; phases of plant growth and plant growth rate;
conditions of growth; differentiation, dedifferentiation and redifferentiation; sequence of
developmental processes in a plant cell; growth regulators - auxin, gibberellin, cytokinin, ethylene,
ABA;

Unit 5: Human Physiology Breathing and Exchange of Gases:

Respiratory organs in animals (recall only); Respiratory system in humans; mechanism of breathing
and its regulation in humans - exchange of gases, transport of gases and regulation of respiration,
respiratory volume; disorders related to respiration - asthma, emphysema, occupational respiratory
disorders. Body Fluids and Circulation: Composition of blood, blood groups, coagulation of blood;
composition of lymph and its function; human circulatory system - Structure of human heart and
blood vessels; cardiac cycle, cardiac output, ECG; double circulation; regulation of cardiac activity;
disorders of circulatory system - hypertension, coronary artery disease, angina pectoris, heart failure.
Excretory Products and their Elimination: Modes of excretion - ammonotelism, ureotelism,
uricotelism; human excretory system – structure and function; urine formation, osmoregulation;
regulation of kidney function - renin - angiotensin, atrial natriuretic factor, ADH and diabetes
insipidus; role of other organs in excretion; disorders - uremia, renal failure, renal calculi, nephritis;
dialysis and artificial kidney, kidney transplant. Locomotion and Movement: Types of movement -
ciliary, flagellar, muscular; skeletal muscle, contractile proteins and muscle contraction; skeletal
system and its functions; joints; disorders of muscular and skeletal systems - myasthenia gravis,
tetany, muscular dystrophy, arthritis, osteoporosis, gout. Neural Control and Coordination: Neuron
and nerves; Nervous system in humans - central nervous system; peripheral nervous system and
visceral nervous system; generation and conduction of nerve impulse Chemical Coordination and
Integration: Endocrine glands and hormones; human endocrine system - hypothalamus, pituitary,
pineal, thyroid, parathyroid, adrenal, pancreas, gonads; mechanism of hormone action (elementary
idea); role of hormones as messengers and regulators, hypo - and hyperactivity and related disorders;
dwarfism, acromegaly, cretinism, goiter, exophthalmic goitre, diabetes, Addison's disease. Note:
Diseases related to all the human physiological systems to be taught in brief.

Unit 6: Reproduction Sexual Reproduction in Flowering Plants:

Flower structure; development of male and female gametophytes; pollination - types, agencies and
examples; out breeding devices; pollen-pistil interaction; double fertilization; post fertilization events -
development of endosperm and embryo, development of seed and formation of fruit; special
modes apomixis, parthenocarpy, polyembryony; Significance of seed dispersal and fruit formation.
Human Reproduction: Male and female reproductive systems; microscopic anatomy of testis and
ovary; gametogenesis -spermatogenesis and oogenesis; menstrual cycle; fertilisation, embryo
development upto blastocyst formation, implantation; pregnancy and placenta formation (elementary
idea); parturition (elementary idea); lactation (elementary idea). Reproductive Health: Need for
reproductive health and prevention of Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs); birth control - need and
methods, contraception and medical termination of pregnancy (MTP); amniocentesis; infertility and
assisted reproductive technologies - IVF, ZIFT, GIFT (elementary idea for general awareness).

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Unit 7: Genetics and Evolution Heredity and variation:
Mendelian inheritance; deviations from Mendelism – incomplete dominance, co-dominance, multiple
alleles and inheritance of blood groups, pleiotropy; elementary idea of polygenic inheritance;
chromosome theory of inheritance; chromosomes and genes; Sex determination - in humans, birds and
honey bee; linkage and crossing over; sex linked inheritance - haemophilia, colour blindness; Mendelian
disorders in humans - thalassemia; chromosomal disorders in humans; Down's syndrome, Turner's and
Klinefelter's syndromes. Molecular Basis of Inheritance: Search for genetic material and DNA as genetic
material; Structure of DNA and RNA; DNA packaging; DNA replication; Central Dogma; transcription,
genetic code, translation; gene 8 expression and regulation - lac operon; Genome, Human and rice
genome projects; DNA fingerprinting. Evolution: Origin of life; biological evolution and evidences for
biological evolution (paleontology, comparative anatomy, embryology and molecular evidences);
Darwin's contribution, modern synthetic theory of evolution; mechanism of evolution - variation
(mutation and recombination) and natural selection with examples, types of natural selection; Gene flow
and genetic drift; Hardy - Weinberg's principle; adaptive radiation; human evolution
Unit 8 Biology and Human Welfare: Human Health and Diseases:
Pathogens; parasites causing human diseases (malaria, dengue, chikungunya, filariasis, ascariasis,
typhoid, pneumonia, common cold, amoebiasis, ring worm) and their control; Basic concepts of
immunology - vaccines; cancer, HIV and AIDS; Adolescence - drug and alcohol abuse. Microbes in
Human Welfare: Microbes in food processing, industrial production, sewage treatment, energy generation
and microbes as bio-control agents and bio-fertilizers. Antibiotics; production and judicious use.
Unit 9: Biotechnology and its Applications Biotechnology - Principles and Processes:
Genetic Engineering (Recombinant DNA Technology). Biotechnology and its Applications: Application
of biotechnology in health and agriculture: Human insulin and vaccine production, stem cell technology,
gene therapy; genetically modified organisms - Bt crops; transgenic animals; biosafety issues, biopiracy
and patents
Unit 10: Ecology and Environment Organisms and Populations:
Population interactions - mutualism, competition, predation, parasitism; population attributes - growth,
birth rate and death rate, age distribution. (Topics excluded: Organism and its Environment, Major
Abiotic Factors, Responses to Abiotic Factors, Adaptations) Ecosystem: Ecosystems Patterns,
components; productivity and decomposition; energy flow; pyramids of number, biomass, energy (Topics
excluded: Ecological Succession and Nutrient Cycles) Biodiversity and its Conservation: Biodiversity-
Concept, patterns, importance; loss of biodiversity; biodiversity conservation; hotspots, endangered
organisms, extinction, Red Data Book, Sacred Groves, biosphere reserves, national parks, wildlife,
sanctuaries and Ramsar sites.

ENGLISH
Articles, Synonyms, Antonyms, Preposition, verbs.

SYLLABUS FOR AEEB 2023

Reasoning, Computing Skills, English - General Syllabus

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