Guidelines for writing the synopsis

1. Each group has to submit one copy of synopsis (spiral binding) duly signed by the guide
and co-guide.
2. The synopsis must be presented within a maximum of 20 pages, excluding the title page.
3. The synopsis should have the following page margins:
Top edge : 1 inch
Left side : 1 inch
Bottom edge : 1 inch
Right side : 1 inch
4. The standard font shall be Times New Roman of 12 pts (Sub headings) and 14 pts
(headings) with 1.5 line spacing.
5. All pages, expect title page, should be numbered on bottom of the page.
6. Sections and sub-sections can be numbered using decimal points, e.g., 1.2, 1.2.1.

The synopsis of project should contain the following contents:

1. Title page: Find Annexure 2 for the draft of title page.
2. Abstract: It should provide the summary of the project. It should clearly reflect the
objectives of study and outcome of project. The length of abstract should be
approximately 100 words.
3. Introduction: It should provide a brief description to introduce the area of the proposed
project. It must identify the importance of study, its relevance and applicability of results.
It must clearly state the purpose of the study.
4. Literature Review: A review of the relevant literature showing the work done
previously in the area of proposed project.
5. Objectives and scope: State clearly the questions for which answers are sought through
this project. Define the conceptual, analytical, experimental and / or methodological
boundaries within the exercise has been carried out.
6. Methodology: This should give the view of the techniques/experimental set up/procedure
to be used in the project.
7. Proposed chapter plan: This section of synopsis should provide the tentative list of
chapter to be included in thesis.
8. Time frame: The Gantt chart representing the planning of project within the allotted time
frame.
 Annexure 2

TITLE OF THE PROJECT

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NAME OF SUPERVISOR
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DEPARTMENT OF MECHANICAL AND AUTOMATION ENGINEERING

G.B. Pant Govt Engineering College
Okhla Industrial Estate, Phase III, New Delhi