Schedule 1 of The Central Educational Institutions (Reservation in Admission) Act, 2006
THE SCHEDULE
THE SCHEDULE [See section 4(b)] S. No. Names of the Institutions of Excellence, etc. 1. Homi Bhabha National Institute, Mumbai and its constituent units, namely:—
- (i)Bhabha Atomic Research Centre, Trombay;
- (ii)Indira Gandhi Centre for Atomic Research, Kalpakkam;
- (iii)Raja Ramanna Centre for Advanced Technology, Indore;
- (iv)Institute for Plasma Research, Gandhinagar;
- (v)Variable Energy Cyclotron Centre, Kolkata;
- (vi)Saha Institute of Nuclear Physics, Kolkata;
- (vii)Institute of Physics, Bhubaneshwar;
- (viii)Institute of Mathematical Sciences, Chennai;
- (ix)Harish-Chandra Research Institute, Allahabad;
- (x)Tata Memorial Centre, Mumbai. 2. Tata Institute of Fundamental Research, Mumbai. 3. North-Eastern Indira Gandhi Regional Institute of Health and Medical Science, Shillong. 4. National Brain Research Centre, Manesar, Gurgaon. 5. Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research, Bangalore. 6. Physical Research Laboratory, Ahmedabad. 7. Space Physics Laboratory, Thiruvananthapuram. 8. Indian Institute of Remote Sensing, Dehradun. _______ 5
Summary
- The Schedule lists specific institutions of excellence, research institutions, and institutions of national and strategic importance.
- These scheduled institutions are exempt from the reservation of seats specified under Section 3 of the Act.
- The Homi Bhabha National Institute in Mumbai is included along with its ten constituent units, such as the Bhabha Atomic Research Centre and the Tata Memorial Centre.
- Other major scientific and research institutions are listed, including the Tata Institute of Fundamental Research in Mumbai and the National Brain Research Centre in Manesar.
- The central government has the power to amend this list by issuing an official announcement, known as a notification in the Official Gazette.
Practical examples
FAQ
1. Which section of the Act cross-references this Schedule?
Section 4(b) of the Act cross-references this Schedule to show which institutions are exempt from reservation rules.
2. How many main institutions are explicitly numbered in the Schedule?
There are eight main institutions listed in the Schedule.
3. Can the list of institutions in the Schedule be changed?
Yes, the central government can amend the Schedule by publishing an official notification in the Official Gazette.
4. Are constituent units of the Homi Bhabha National Institute also exempt?
Yes, all ten constituent units of the Homi Bhabha National Institute listed in the Schedule, including the Bhabha Atomic Research Centre, are exempt.
5. Is the National Brain Research Centre included in this list?
Yes, the National Brain Research Centre, located in Manesar, Gurgaon, is listed as one of the exempt institutions.
Test yourself
1.Under which section of the Act is the Schedule cross-referenced to exempt certain institutions?
2.Which of the following is listed as a constituent unit of the Homi Bhabha National Institute, Mumbai?
3.How can the central government amend the list of institutions in the Schedule?
4.Where is the North-Eastern Indira Gandhi Regional Institute of Health and Medical Science located?
5.Which of the following institutions is listed as serial number 8 in the Schedule?