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Department of Statistics

About Department

The Department of Statistics is a UGC SAP DRS assisted department. Very few departments have achieved this status. The Department has highly qualified and motivated faculty members. The Department offers M.A./M.Sc. and Ph.D. programs in Statistics. The intake capacity for M.Sc. is 32 plus over and above quota as per the University rules. The intake capacity for Ph.D. is as per quota and vacancies with the guide. Since the 2016-17 academic year, a choice-based credit and grading system with 110 credits has been included in the M.Sc. syllabus, with four credits for a Service Course and twenty-four credits purely for research. This helps students understand research in the subject from the first semester.

Further, the syllabus of the M.A./M.Sc. course is designed as per guidelines framed by the UGC and is at par with NET/SET syllabi. Live project work is part of the M.Sc. curriculum, providing students exposure to industries and other NGO/Semi-Govt./Govt. Institutes for data collection and analysis. Most students come from rural backgrounds and socially weaker sections of society, complete their education, and thus the Department fulfills the University's goal of social commitment and excellence.

The thrust areas of research are Advanced Sampling, Operations Research, Industrial Statistics, Actuarial Statistics, and Design and Analysis of experiments. The glory of the department is reflected in our alumni holding responsible positions in prestigious fields. The alumni network of this Department is spread all over the globe. The Department has academic autonomy.

The University Grants Commission has assisted this department through the UGC-SAP-DRS-I Programme since 2012-13. Financial assistance of ₹77 Lakhs has been received through this prestigious program, which includes infrastructure development and Basic Scientific Research (BSR) grants. A well-equipped computer lab with 60 PCs with internet facility and statistical software like SPSS-21, SYSTAT-13, MATLAB, and MINITAB-16 has been established. ICT-based classrooms have been established under the UGC-SAP-DRS-I Programme. An independent departmental library has been established to cope with the immediate needs of the students.

Department insights

History

The Department of Statistics was established in the year 1968 along with the Department of Mathematics. Renowned Mathematicians and Statisticians, namely Prof. A. N. Chikhalikar, Prof. V. Laskmikantham, Prof. S. G. Prabhu-Ajgaonkar, and Prof. B. G. Pachpatte, headed the Department. The independent Department of Statistics was established on 1st May 1992. Thereafter, the independent Department of Statistics was headed by nationally and internationally recognized Statisticians, namely Prof. L. B. Thakur, Prof. S. G. Prabhu-Ajgaonkar, and Prof. V. H. Bajaj. Prof. S. G. Prabhu-Ajgaonkar made significant contributions to the theory of estimation in sampling at the international level. Further, his research work on the Horvitz Thompson T3 class, a linear estimator, has been recognized worldwide. He also developed a new class of estimators in sampling theory, now known as Prabhu-Ajgaonkar’s estimators. Dr. L. B. Thakur contributed mainly in Multivariate Analysis and Operations Research. Prof. V. H. Bajaj was head for a long time and contributed a lot to Fuzzy Theory and Operations Research.

The department has distinguished alumni like Prof. Thomas Vargese, Professor, Alberta University, Canada; Dr. A.M. Pedgaonkar, Chief Statistician, Reserve Bank of India; Prof. L. A. Aziz, Professor of Statistics, University of Behrin; Prof. M.A Khan, Registrar, Mumbai University, Mumbai; Prof. M. N. Deshpande, Director, Institute of Science, Nagpur; and many more. A number of alumni of this department are working in various sectors all over the globe, especially in the fields of teaching, research, state and central government, industries, etc.

Vision and Mission

Vision

To structure the Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada University to be an Epitome of Excellence by creating and imparting time responsive Quality Education to address Changing Scenario, keeping Research and Development at its core, for 'Anyone' at 'Anytime' and 'Anywhere'.

Mission

  • To continually improve academic research dissemination and quality in statistics teaching and research.
  • To promote the quality of teaching, learning, and research in the department.
  • To encourage quality-related research studies, consultancy, and training programs.
  • To collaborate with other stakeholders of statistical studies.

Objectives

Objectives
  • To develop statistical data analysis skills required in various sectors like Government, industries, Research Laboratories, agricultural, Medical, and Pharmaceutical industries, etc.
  • To cater to the need for Statistics education and research in the Marathwada region of Maharashtra.
  • To fulfill the goal of social commitment and excellence as most of the students are coming from rural backgrounds and socially weaker sections of society.

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Dr. Sunil Kawale

Professor & Head

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Phone No. (office): 0240-2403389 (HOD)

Department Phone No: 0240-2403390 (Department)

Mobile No. : 9421303727

E-mail : head.statistics@bamu.ac.in

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Ph.D (Statistics)

Course Structure
Ph. D. (Statistics) | M.A./ M.Sc.(Statistics) : Intake : 32
Ph.D. : Intake : 10

Admission Process

M.Sc(Statistics) PG-CET 2019-20
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  • In response to the advertisement for registration (in newspapers and the University Website in the month of May/June), interested students will have to register themselves online.
  • A duly filled Application Form (available on the University website) should be filled in the prescribed format, and the hard copy should be submitted to the Department of Statistics office.
  • Admission will be done based on the performance of students at the Common Entrance Test (CET) and their percentage of marks at the graduate level. The Entrance test will be conducted in June or as per the University schedule.
  • Selected candidates will have to go through the MKCL registration process.
  • Procedure for Registration: Interested candidates are required to fill in the online registration form provided on http://bamua.digitaluniversity.ac and submit the printout of the filled form along with the necessary attested documents and the prescribed fee receipt to the department.
  • Original and/or Attested copies of the following documents are essential at the time of admission for the M.Sc. Statistics course:
    • Photo ID proof as per Govt. of India norms (Voter ID/Aadhar card/Driving License)
    • SSC (High School) Board Certificate as proof of date of birth
    • Mark sheet of SSC and HSC
    • All semesters' Grade/Mark sheets of the qualifying examination (Degree)
    • Degree/Provisional certificate (if any) if the degree is completed
    • Transfer Certificate (Original) of Degree
    • Caste Certificate and Validity Certificate (if applicable)
    • Income Certificate of parent(s)
    • Domicile Certificate
    • Non-Creamy Layer Certificate (for NT-2, NT-3, and OBC candidates)
    • Students who come under the jurisdiction of other Universities should submit a Migration Certificate in original.

Pattern of CET

M.Sc.(Statistics)

Students seeking admission to M.Sc. (Statistics) in the Department for the Academic Year have to go through the CET Examination. The final merit list of provisionally selected candidates will be prepared based on 50% marks from the Qualifying Degree Score and 50% marks from the CET Score. Students appearing in the Final Year (B.A./B.Sc.) with Maths/Stats or previously passed are eligible for the CET Examination.

Exam Pattern of CET
The CET question paper is of 50 marks, consisting of multiple-choice questions of one-hour duration.

Ph.D. Program (Statistics)

The admission for Ph.D. is through the PET Examination and as per the University rules. Seats are allocated as per the available Guide’s quota.

Eligibility for M. Sc. Statistics

Bachelor of Science with optional subject Statistics or Mathematics. Preference is given to students having Statistics as an optional subject at the UG level.

Eligibility

Eligibility for M. Sc. Statistics
  • Bachelor of Science with optional Subject Statistics or Mathematics.
  • Preference to students having Statistics as an optional subject at the UG level.

Intake/Reservations

Intake

Master of Science: 32

Reservation
Note: Reservations will be as per the university rule and may change from time to time.

Important Dates (Tentative)

Important Dates (Tentative)

The CET dates will be displayed on the website of the University/Department/Newspapers. The dates are strictly followed for the admission process.

Sr. No. Event Tentative Date
1 Call for applications First week of May
2 Last Date for Online Registration Third week of May
3 Last Date for Hard copy submission 3 days after last date of online registration
4 Date of Entrance Test, GD & PI 3-4 days after last date of hard copy submission
5 Display of first list of provisionally selected candidates First week of June
6 Display of second list of selected candidates Second week of June
7 Spot Admission if seats are available Fourth week of June
8 Commencement of teaching First week of July

Course/Program Fees

M.Sc. Statistics:

Rs. 1231/- (Open) per year.
Reserved and EBC students get benefits as per University/Government rules.
Note: Fees will be as per the university rule and may change from time to time.

Scholarships

Scholarships

Inspire (DST), GOI

EBC

Golden Jubilee

Ekalavya, Sons and Daughters of Shetmajur and Shetkari

Merit Scholarship

Faculty/Staff
Name Specialization
Dr. S. V. Kawale

Dr. S. V. Kawale

Professor & Head

Email: ksunila@rediffmail.com

Contact: 9421303727

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Dr. C. D. Sonar

Dr. C. D. Sonar

Professor

Email: chhayajadhav@gmail.com

Contact: 8600962299

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Dr. A. Y. Tayade

Dr. A. Y. Tayade

Associate Professor

Email: aytayade.2008@rediffmail.com

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Dr. O. S. Jadhav

Dr. O. S. Jadhav

Associate Professor

Email: drjadhavop@gmail.com

Contact: 9922778398

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Research Activity

Faculties are involved in interdisciplinary research projects submitted for Financial Assistance to UGC, DST.

UGC – SAP-DRS-I

The Department has been selected under UGC-SAP-DRS-I for the period 01.04.2012 to 31.03.2017. Date of implementation of the current phase as noted by the UGC: 01-04-2012

Coordinator's Name: Dr. S. L. Sananse, Professor and Head

Thrust Area(s):

  • Operations Research
  • Design and Analysis of Experiments
  • Actuarial Statistics

Under this scheme, research seminars/workshops are being organized on the thrust areas.

Selected Research Articles

Research Related articles
Estimation of Optimum Plot Size and Shape in Agricultural Experiments by Prof. S. L. Sananse

International Journal of Current Research
Vol. 8, Issue, 02, February, 2016
ISSN: 0975-833X
Impact Factor 6.22

Abstract - Determination of optimum plot size and shape has been regarded as an important and useful area to measure soil heterogeneity in field experiments. The Smith's heterogeneity index method assumes the condition of independence of observations, but often this condition of independence of observations is not satisfied. In this paper, we propose a method of determination of the heterogeneity index using semivariances instead of variances used in Smith's method. The main advantage of the semivariogram technique is that it considers the magnitude and direction of heterogeneity in field experiments. The heterogeneity index calculated using the semivariogram technique and Smith's technique is 0.17 and 0.24, respectively, and the corresponding optimum plot size is 4.5 m2 and 7.1 m2.

Keywords: Uniformity trials, Smith's Index of heterogeneity, Semivariogram technique, Size and shape of Plot, Optimum plot size.

An Inventory Model for Time Varying Holding Cost and Weibull Distribution for Deterioration with Fully Backlogged Shortages by Dr. S. V. Kawale

International Journal of Mathematics Trends and Technology- Volume 4
Issue 10, Nov 2013
ISSN: 2231-5373 http://www.ijmttjournal.org Page 201-206

Abstract - To find the optimum order quantity, deterioration plays a crucial role in inventory management; therefore, the handling of deterioration is highlighted and attracts many researchers. In this model, the Economic Production Problem under time-varying holding cost, demand is constant, a price discount is offered for deteriorated items, the deterioration rate is considered as a Weibull distribution, and shortages are permitted and kept fully backlogged. The model is supported by a numerical example.

Keywords - EPQ model, Deteriorating product, Shortage, Fully backlogging, Time-varying holding cost, Weibull distribution.

Statistical Analysis of Ambient Air Quality Pollution Data of Aurangabad City by Dr. Ashok Tayade

International Journal Of Recent Scientific Research
Volume:7(4), April-2016
ISSN: 0976-3031, pp:10483-1049, Impact Factor: 5.971
Available Online at http://www.recentscientific.com

Abstract : Air quality monitoring study in Aurangabad city at three different points, Collector Office, Aurangapura and CADA Office was undertaken. Twenty-four hours air monitoring sampling was carried out by using a Respirable Suspended particulate matter sampler during a week in the months. The study period was from Feb.-2011 to Jan-2016. Air Quality Index (AQI) and Time Series Analysis for Seasonal variation were employed for the analysis of ambient air quality monitoring data. The criteria for pollutants included in the study were Sulphur dioxide (SO2), Oxides of nitrogen (NOx), Respirable Suspended Particulate Matter (RSPM), and SPM (10-micron dust particles). The results indicated that the RSPM and SPM extensively contribute toward air pollution at this location throughout the study period.

Keywords: Seasonal variation, Standard Deviation, Coefficients of Variation, AQI and rating scale, and Time series analysis.

Efficient Designs for Quadratic Mixture Models by Dr. C. D. Sonar

Communications in Statistics Theory and Methods, 42: 4417–4430, 2013
Taylor & Francis Group, LLC
ISSN: 0361-0926 print/1532-415X online
DOI: 10.1080/03610926.2011.652793

Abstract : This article introduces a novel method, named JC1, for obtaining G-efficient mixture designs to fit quadratic models. The advantage of the JC1 method over existing algorithms is that it gives G-efficient designs without the need for generating all the extreme vertices, edge centroids, and constraint plane centroids of the mixture experimental region. The performance of the new method is illustrated, and its comparison is given with popularly used algorithms Snee (1975) algorithm and Welch (1985) ACED algorithm for second-order (quadratic model) designs, and it is observed that the JC1 method performs as well as the existing methods or sometimes better than those, with the additional advantage of large savings in computational efforts.

Keywords: Centroid; Extreme vertices; G-efficiency; Mixture; Quadratic model

An Overview Of Statistical Studies On Ocean Parameters In Nearshore And Offshore Regions Off Western Coast Of India by Dr. S. Jadhav

International Journal of Advances in Engineering Technology
Oct., 2015, ISSN: 22311963
Vol. 8, Issue 5, pp. 770-782

Abstract : Statistical studies carried out on ocean parameters in nearshore and offshore regions along the western coastline of India have been reviewed. The review suggests that, as far as ocean parameters of the west coast are concerned, a total of 38 papers have been published out of 80 research papers which dealt with the Statistical study of ocean parameters in nearshore and offshore regions. The review also shows that the majority of studies undertaken along the western Indian coast have concentrated on real-time forecasting of waves and estimating the wave parameter aspects, and very few attempts have been made for applied aspects of ocean parameter contents. In this review, the analysis has been carried out through WRB (Datawell directional wave rider buoys) generated data. A bibliographical account and themewise review of various past publications have also been provided in this paper.

KEYWORDS: Ocean Parameters, West coast of India, Statistical Study.

Research Groups

Research Groups
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The thrust areas of research in the department include:

  • Operations Research
  • Industrial Statistics
  • Actuarial Statistics
  • Design and Analysis of Experiments
  • Advanced Sampling
  • Data Science

Thurst Areas

Thrust Areas

Under Construction

Research Projects

Completed Major Project:
Sr. No. Title Funded by Year (Duration) Name of P.I./Co.I. Amount Sanctioned
1 Study on Estimation of Yield and Price Risk in Crop Production for Social Security Of Farmers in Marathwada Region UGC 2 Years Dr. Sananse S.L.(PI)
Ms. C.D. Sonar(Co-PI)
Rs. 6,67,20/-
Completed Minor Projects:
Sr. No. Title Funded by Year (Duration) Name of P.I./Co.I. Amount Sanctioned
1 Growth and Instability Analysis of Area, Production and Productivity of Imp. Crops in A’bad Dist. University 1 Year Dr. Sananse S.L. Rs. 15,000/-
2 Probability Distribution Of Rainfall Pattern of A’bad Dist. University 1 Year Ms. C.D. Sonar Rs. 15,000/-
3 Statistical Analysis of Ambient Air Quality in Aurangabad City Dr. B.A.M. University 2 Years Dr. A. Y. Tayade Rs. 20,000/-
Ongoing Projects:
Sr. No. Title Funded by Year (Duration) Name of Coordinator Amount Sanctioned
1 SAP-DRS-I UGC 2012-17 Dr. Sananse S.L. (Coordinator) Rs. 77 lacs
2 Development and use of ocean state forecast products from the display boards and the wave rider buoys for applications of soft computing techniques in reduction of error along Maharashtra State INCOIS Hyderabad 2013-17 Dr. Bajaj V.H. (Co-PI) Rs. 44 lacs
3 Impact Assessment Study of Farm Ponds in Three Districts of Aurandbad Division, Using Statistical Tools” University (Minor) 1 Year Dr. O.S.Jadhav Rs. 35,000/-
Submitted Projects:
Sr. No. Title Submitted to Year (Duration) Name of P.I./Co.P.I. Amount Proposed
1 Management of Water Reservoirs in Marathwada Region An Operations Research Study UGC, New Delhi 3 Years Prof. V. H. Bajaj (P.I.) Rs. 19.92 lacs
2 Statistical Methods to Study Rainfall Probabilities, its Distribution, Dry Spells and their Effect on Crop Production in Marathwada Region of Maharashtra UGC, New Delhi 3 Years Prof. S. L. Sananse (P.I.) Rs. 19.93 lacs
3 A study on statistical modeling of road traffics system, A road traffics accident and its socio Economic impact on society. DST 3 Years Prof. S. L. Sananse (P.I.) Rs. 34 lacs
4 UGC Mega Project
Center for Potential Excellence in Geo Informatics by Dept. of Computer Science, Dept. of Statistics, Dept. of Env. Science.
UGC, New Delhi --- --- Rs.9.93 Crores
5 Statistical Study of Working Women in Service Sector: A Case Study of Education Sector in Maharashtra State MOSPI, New Delhi. 15 Months Prof. V. H. Bajaj (P.I.) Rs.14.21 Lacs
6 Statistical Study on Real Time Wave Forecasts off the West Coast of India SERB, DST, New Delhi 3 years Prof. V. H. Bajaj (P.I.) Rs. 45.77 lacs

PHD Student

Under Construction

Name Position
Dr. A.M. Pedgaonkar Chief Statistician, Reserve Bank of India, Mumbai
Dr. Thomas Verghese Professor, Dept. Of Statistics, Alberta University, Canada
Dr. L. A. Aziz Professor of Statistics in the University of Behrin
Dr. M.A. Khan Registrar, Mumbai University, Mumbai
Dr. A.M. Degonkar Director, College of Agri. Business Management, MAU, Parbhani.
Dr. S.M. Karriappa Prof. and Head, Dept. of Statistics, MPKV, Rahuri
Dr. D.M. Kawathekar Divisional Statistician, MSRTC, Nashik
Dr. J.V. Chaudhari Dy. Director of Bureo of Economics and Statistics, GOM
Dr. A.S. Diami Assistant Commissioner, Govt. Human Deve. Commission
Dr. V. A. Padalkar General Manager, Q.C.A., Garware Polyster, Aurangabad
Mr. Sushil Kale Chief Statistical Officer, R&D Dept, Wockhart Pharma Ltd
Dr. Mrs. M.V. Kaglakar Principal, Sydneham College, Chuchgate, Mumbai
Mr. M. Dusing District Planning Officer, Collector Office, Ratnangiri
Ms. Shweta Chidrewar Chief Bio-Statistician, NAARI, Pune
Dr. Mrs. A. K. Takalkar Professor, College of Mgmt., Abu-dhabi, UAE
Mr. Santosh Sharma System Analyst, SAS Corp., Banglore
Achievements
  • Almost all the Faculties are Chairman/Member of B.O.S. and R.R.C. of various Universities.
  • Member of Editorial Board of Various Journals.
  • Referee of Ph. D./ M. Phil. thesis of various Universities in India.
  • One Faculty received Vidyapeeth Pratibha Puraskar.
  • Successfully organized International conference in collaboration with Indian Society for Probability and Statistics.
  • Two students are recipients of Inspire Fellowship by Department of Science and Technology (DST).
  • Two students have qualified the SET examination.
  • More than 10 students selected as District Statistical Officers (DSO) by MPSC in the last three years.
  • One student qualified the NET exam in 2012-13.
  • Every year students are acquiring the Rahatkar Gold Medal.

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