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 ====== Instructions for candidates shortlisted for the IIT Madras-Texas Instruments research program in Analog and Mixed-signal design ====== ====== Instructions for candidates shortlisted for the IIT Madras-Texas Instruments research program in Analog and Mixed-signal design ======
  
-First of all, congratulations on being shortlisted for the written test and interview. This unique, first of its kind, program is aimed at creating the next generation of star analog VLSI designers in the country.+First of all, congratulations on being shortlisted for the written test and interview. This unique, first of its kind, program is aimed at creating the next generation of star analog VLSI designers in the country. The test and interview will be held online on 27-28 May 2021
  
-**Please read the instructions below carefully and complete ​the required formalities ​before ​10<​sup>​th</​sup> ​April 2019.** +**Please read the instructions below carefully and confirm your attendance by filling out the acknowledgment form on or before ​20<​sup>​th</​sup> ​May 2021.**
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-The test and interview will be held on the dates indicated by you(20th April 2019 or 18th May 2019) in the Electrical Sciences Block(ESB) of IIT Madras. Please report to the following venue for the written test: +
-  * ESB242, in the first floor of the north wing of the Department of Electrical Engineering ([[https://​www.google.co.in/​maps/​@12.9889739,​80.2304765,​19z?​hl=en|map]])+
  
 ===== Acknowledgment of the interview call letter ===== ===== Acknowledgment of the interview call letter =====
  
 Confirm that you will be attending the interview by filling the form at Confirm that you will be attending the interview by filling the form at
-[[https://docs.google.com/forms/​d/​e/​1FAIpQLSdy6HtVSvlFH-sDN6eRWHwJj0BxtI2-8kBUnEyNzIaDMGg_aw/​viewform|this link]]. This link was also sent to you in the email notification of your selection.+[[https://forms.gle/W5mNqnAZSSMPFv4PA|this link]]. This link was also sent to you in the email notification of your selection. Have the following ready before filling out the form: pdfs of your GATE score card and the MS application form filled out at https://​research.iitm.ac.in;​ Your photograph(in an image format).
  
-===== What to bring to the test and interview =====+===== Requirements on the day of the online ​interview ===== 
 +The test and the interview will be conducted online. Links to the test paper and meeting details will be sent by email. You must have the software required for the meeting ready and tested beforehand. ​ We anticipate using google meet. The exact requirements will be intimated at a later date. 
  
-  * Self attested SSLC/​SSC/​Matriculation Certificate copies ​+  ​* You must be able to connect to the internet to take the written test and attend the interview 
 +  * You must be on camera and connected to the meeting throughout the duration of written test  
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 +===== Documents required ===== 
 +If selected in the interviews, these documents must be mandatorily produced at the time of admissions at IIT Madras.  
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 +  ​* Self-attested SSLC/​SSC/​Matriculation Certificate copies ​
   * Two passport size photographs.   * Two passport size photographs.
   * One set of Xerox copies of Degree Certificate,​ with originals.   * One set of Xerox copies of Degree Certificate,​ with originals.
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 ===== Regarding the Test and Interview ===== ===== Regarding the Test and Interview =====
  
-There will initially be a 2 hour written test covering (a) basic electrical circuits and networks and (b) basic analog electronics. You will NOT be tested in digital circuits or device physics. Please visit [[http://​www.ee.iitm.ac.in/​vlsi/​tiiprogram/​faq|this link]] to get a better idea of what kind of questions to expect in the test.+There will initially be a written test covering (a) basic electrical circuits and networks and (b) basic analog electronics. You will NOT be tested in digital circuits or device physics. Please visit [[http://​www.ee.iitm.ac.in/​vlsi/​tiiprogram/​faq|this link]] to get a better idea of what kind of questions to expect in the test.
  
 The syllabus for the test and interview are the same and are given in the website mentioned above. Textbooks are listed and you should be thorough in the relevant chapters of those books. Sample questions are also given. Please be aware that you will be tested on basics - things that a good engineer at the B.E/B.Tech level should know. The syllabus for the test and interview are the same and are given in the website mentioned above. Textbooks are listed and you should be thorough in the relevant chapters of those books. Sample questions are also given. Please be aware that you will be tested on basics - things that a good engineer at the B.E/B.Tech level should know.
  
 Those who do well in the written test will be shortlisted for an interview. The interview will be conducted by faculty in the analog area, and technical experts from Texas Instruments India. Personnel from TI India will also clarify the unique aspects of this program, which is the first of its kind in the country, and explain why this is a much better option than to pursue other degrees. Those who do well in the written test will be shortlisted for an interview. The interview will be conducted by faculty in the analog area, and technical experts from Texas Instruments India. Personnel from TI India will also clarify the unique aspects of this program, which is the first of its kind in the country, and explain why this is a much better option than to pursue other degrees.
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-The test and interview process will be completed on the same day. Please plan to be at IIT Madras up to 7pm on the day of the interview. 
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-===== Your visit to IIT Madras for the interview ===== 
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-Accommodation **may be** available for out-station candidates for a charge. You can make your requests at http://​hosteldine.iitm.ac.in/​iitmhostel. You will be provided accommodation **if it is available**. There is a daily charge for room and board per calendar day. Applicants are not entitled for TA/DA. 
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-===== Reaching IIT Madras ===== 
-  * Frequently used entry points to Chennai and possible modes of transportation are given below. Please check the internet for up to date information. Within IIT Madras, there are buses from the main gate to academic and hostel zones.  ​ 
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 We look forward to your active participation in our test and interview process. Best wishes, and good luck. We look forward to your active participation in our test and interview process. Best wishes, and good luck.