NTSE-2009 National Talent Search Examination Notification - Scholarship Exam

National Talent Search Examination (NTSE -2009)

ARE YOU IN CLASS-VIII? YOU MAY GET SCHOLARSHIP UPTO YOUR P.G./Ph.D.

National Talent Search Scheme is a flagship activity of the NCERT started in the year 1963. The purpose of the scheme is to identify talented students and nurture their talent. Talent refers to the potentiality that manifests itself in a high level of performance in one or more specialized areas. The scheme, therefore, covers areas like Sciences, Social Sciences, Engineering, Medicine, Management and Law. It honours and helps talented students by providing financial assistance in the form of a monthly scholarship. For the course in Basic Sciences, Social Sciences and Commerce, this assistance is provided up to Ph.D. level. For professional courses like Engineering, Medicine, Management and Law; this assistance is given only up to Post Graduation. For the selection year 2009, The NCERT will conduct the National Talent Search Examination for students studying in Class VIII only.

1. Scholarships: On the basis of the examination conducted, 1000 scholarships will be awarded for each group of students appearing for Class VIII examinations.

2. Reservation: 15% scholarships will be reserved for students belonging to the SC category, 7.5% scholarship for students belonging to the ST category and 3% for Physically Challenged Group of Students each in respect of the class VIII.

3. Scholarship: Awardees of NTS Examination will receive a sum of Rs. 500/- per month as per NTS rules.

4. Selection: There will be two-stage selection process for award of scholarship. For Stage-I, selection will be done by States/UTs through a written examination. Students who qualify Stage I will be eligible to appear for Stage II examination conducted by NCERT.

5. Important Dates: Dates for Submission of Application Form and conduct of examinations are given below in the table:

STAGE	AREA	DATES
Stage I (State)	Last Date for Submission of Application Form Examination in Mizoram, Meghalaya, Nagaland and Andaman and Nicobar Islands Examination in All other States and Union Territories	30 August 2008 (Saturday) 15 November 2008 (Saturday) 16 November 2008 (Sunday)
Stage II (National)	Examination in All States and Union Territories	10 May 2009 (Sunday)

6. Eligibility: Students of Class VIII studying in recognized schools are eligible to appear Stage I examination conducted by the States/UTs in which the schools are located. There will be no domicile restriction.

7. Examination: The pattern of written examination for Class VIII will be as follows:

● Stage I examination at the State/UT level will comprise two parts, namely (a) Mental Ability Test (MAT) and (b) Scholastic Ability Test (SAT) covering social sciences, sciences and mathematics.

● Stage II examination at the National level will comprise (a) Mental Ability Test (MAT), (b) Scholastic Ability Test (SAT) covering social sciences, sciences and mathematics, (c) Interview. Only those candidates who qualify the written examination at the National Level will be invited for the interview.

8. State Quotas: Each State/Union Territory has been allotted a quota to recommend a specific number of candidates for the Stage II examination, the details of which will be made available on the NCERT website. However, there will be no States/Union Territory Quota for the final award of scholarship after the Stage II examination. Reservation for SC, ST and Physically Challenged will be as notified in para 2 above.

9. Application Forms: Application Forms may be downloaded from the NCERT website www.ncert.nic.in. All correspondences related to Application Forms should be addressed to the State Liaison Officers (LOs) whose addresses are given at the end/Website: www.ncert.nic.in

10. The completed application form duly signed by the Principal of the school should be submitted to the LO before the last date i.e. 31 August 2008.

11. Fees: States and Union Territories may notify the fee required (refer to NCERT website) which will be paid for the Stage-I examination. However, NCERT does not charge any fee for the Stage-II examination.

12. Announcement of Results: Results of the Stage-I examination will be announced by the respective State Governments/Union Territories. Results of Stage-II examination will be announced by NCERT.

13. Indian Students Studying Abroad can appear directly for Stage II NTS Examination under conditions prescribed in the NTS brochure for Class VIIIlatest by 31 March 2009. which is available on the NCERT website. Candidates may fill up relevant items of the Application Form available on the NCERT website and send in to the undersigned along with a photocopy of the mark sheet of previous examination

HOD, Department of Educational Measurement and Evaluation
National Council of Educational Research & Training
Sri Aurobindo Marg, New Delhi-110016

Disclaimer: NCERT has not authorized or approved tests conducted by any other agencies for issue of certificates or award of scholarships and bears no responsibility whatsoever for them.

List of Addresses of NTS Liaison Officers of Southern States/UTs for 2008-09

■ ANDHRA PRADESH
Deputy Commissioner, Office of Director of Govt. Examinations, Chapel Road, ABIDS, Hyderabad – 500 001 Phone: 040-23237343, 23237344
■ KARNATAKA
Director, DSERT, No. 4, 100 Feet Ring Road, Banashankari, 3rd Stage, Bangalore – 560 085, Phone: 080-26422239, 26422372/306
■ KERALA
Assistant Professor, SCERT, Vidhya Bhavan, Poojappura (P.O.), Thiruvananthapuram – 695 012, Phone: 0471-2340323
■ LAKSHADWEEP
Principal, Govt. Sr. Secondary School, Kavaratti Island UT of Lakshadweep, Phone: 04896-262874
■ PONDICHERRY
Joint Director, Directorate of School Education, Anna Nagar, Puducherry- 605 005, Phone: 0413-2207203
■ TAMILNADU
Director, Directorate of Govt. Examinations, College Road, Nungambakkam, Chennai- 600 006, Phone: 044-28272088, Fax: 044-28221734

For the addresses and phone numbers of Liaison Officers of other States and UTs, visit the NCERT Website: www.ncert.nic.in

NATIONAL COUNCIL OF EDUCATIONAL RESEARCH AND TRAINING
Sri Aurobindo Marg, New Delhi- 110 016, www.ncert.nic.in

Agatha Harrison Memorial Fellowships For Indian Students

Level of Study : Advanced Research

Duration : 1year

Notification : Employment News / Leading Newspapers : April/May

Subject Fields : Modern Indian Studies in History, Economics, Political Science.

Eligibility :

Indian national. Age 30-40 yrs as on October of the in-take year. Qualifications- uniformly brilliant academic record (with 60% marks at Master's degree level) with Ph D degree in the subject field or published works of equivalent merit. Minimum three years teaching experience at Graduate/Post-Graduate level.

Value /Passage Cost:

Stipend of Pounds 18,580 and economy class air passage (both ways) borne by the Government of India.

Application Procedure :

Typed application with attested copies of testimonials, programme of study, photograph and other documents should be submitted on plain paper. Employed persons should send their applications duly sponsored by their employer.

Contact Address :

Section Officer, Es.4 Section (Scholarships), Ministry of Human Resource Development, Department of Education, (ES 4) External Scholarships Division, A1/w3 Curzon Road Barracks, K G Marg, New Delhi 110001.

New Zealand Scholarships For Indian Students

Level of Study : Ph.D.

Subjects: Soil Science, Dairy Technology

Eligibility :

Indian national residing in India. Qualifications Master's Degree with 60% marks in respect of Soil Science and Dairy Technology. Experience 2 years teaching/research/practical experience after obtaining Master's Degree. Academic year starts from February. Age: The application will normally be accepted from those candidates who have completed their master's Degree in the subject concerned within the last five years as on 31st July of the Year of advt.

Value/Passage Cost :

Travel to and from New Zealand is arranged by the shortest route and economy class as arranged by the authorities of the donor No provision is made for the expenses of the dependent. Expenditure on board, lodging, books, study material, tuition fee, internal travel related to studies and medical care is met by donor country.

Application Procedure:

Typed application with attested copies of testimonials, programme of study, photograph and other documents should be submitted on plain paper (as per format notified) by prescribed date. Employed persons should send their applications through their employer.

Additional Requirements (common for United kingdom, Canada and New Zealand)

Knowledge of India and of the donor country; 2 years consecutive stay in India after return from abroad for study/training/specialisation. Candidates qualifying from universities which do not award class/division, requirements in lieu of First Class i 60% marks (conversion formula may be given where grades are awarded). For candidates who are doing Ph.D./M.Phil after completion of Master's Degree, actual period of research is taken into consideration as experience.

Application Procedure:

Application (in prescribed format) with attested copies of testimonials, programme of study, photograph and other documents should be submitted on plain paper in English. Employed persons should send their applications through their employer. Name of the scholarship scheme and the country viz. UK, Canada or New Zealand must be indicated in the application form.

Contact Address

Section Officer, Es.4 Section,(Scholarships), Ministry of Human Resource Development, Department of Education, (ES 4) External Scholarships Division, A1/w3 Curzon Road Barracks, K G Marg, New Delhi 110001.

Syria Government Scholarships For Indian Students

Level of Study : Graduate

Duration : 4 years

No. of Scholarships : 5(Five)

Notification: Employment News/Leading newspapers: May/June

Subjects: Arabic Language & Arabic Literature.

Eligiblity: 10th Pass with 60% or more marks.

Age: No age limit.

Allowance: 1875 Syrian Pounds, medical expenses recommended by medical officer, accommodation.

Passage Cost: To be borne by the candidates.

Application Procedure:

Typed application with attested copies of testimonials, photograph should be submitted in the format given in the notification in the Media.

Contact Address:

Section Officer, ES.1, Ministry of Human Resource Development, Department of Secondary & Higher Education, A.1/W.3 C.R.Barracks, K.G.Marg, New Delhi - 110 001.

Portugal Scholarships For Indian Students

Field of Study :

A. One(1) Scholarship of a months' duration for postgraduate studies/research in the field of education.
B. Two Research scholarships for research work in the subject of Portuguese language and culture for a period not exceeding twelve months each.

Qualification:

Scholarships are meant for post graduate, University teachers who know Portuguese language and with to undertake research in Portuguese language and culture. Applicants should possess Masters degree in the concerned subject. Only the candidates who have secured admissions/acceptance in a Portuguese Institute/university may apply. The applicants should not be more than 45 years of age.

Scholarship Amount:

The Government of Portugal will pay an amount of € 500 (equivalent to INR 21,000) per month.

C .Six Scholarships of 8 months duration each for pursuing Annual course of Portuguese language & culture.

The applicant must be enrolled for Portuguese Studies in any Indian University.

Good knowledge of Portuguese language.

Value:- The Government of Portugal will pay an amount of € 450 (equivalent INR 19,000. However, the first month's grant will be € 825 equivalent to INR 34,500). Payment of registration and tuition fees will be paid by candidates themselves.

Passage Cost : From India to Portugal and back will be borne by the candidate themselves or their employer/sponsor.

Application Procedure :

Typed application (in prescribed format) with attested copies of testimonials, programme of study/research, medical fitness report, photograph and other documents may be submitted on plain paper . Employed persons are expected to send their applications through employers. However advanced application may be considered if the `NOC' from Employer can be produced at the time of interview.

Contact Address

Section Officer (ES.5) Section, Scholarships), Ministry of Human Resource Development, Department of Education, (ES 5) External Scholarships Division, A1/W3 Curzon Road Barracks, K G Marg, New Delhi 110001.

Norway Scholarships For Indian Students

Course of study : PG/M.Phil

Duration : 2 years

No. of Fellowships : Unspecified

Notification : Employment News/Leading Newspapers : September/October ,
Date for sending nominations: 31st December

Subjects:

Development and Resource Economics, Management of Natural Resources and Sustainable Agriculture, Social Change, Hydropower Development, Petroleum Engg./Petroleum Geo-Science, Fisheries Biology/Fisheries Management, Gender and Development, Health Science (International Health), Public Administration, Social Anthropology, comparative and International Education, International Community Health, Special Needs Education, International Fisheries Management.

Eligibility : Resident Indian National.

Qualifications :

M.Sc. in Development and Resource Economics

Admission Requirements ; Candidates should have at least a B.Sc. degree with 60% marks in aggregate in Agricultural Economics, Development Economics or Economics.

M.Sc. in Management of Natural resources and Sustainable Agriculture (MNRSA)

Admission Requirements : Candidates should have atleast a Bachelor's degree with 60% marks in aggregate in agriculture, biology, forestry, wildlife or in social sciences. Professional experience of 2-3 years in resource planning and management is desirable.

M.Phil. in Social Change, Specialising in Geography

Admission requirements : Candidates should have atleast a B.A. degree in Geography with 60% marks in aggregate. Candidates with B.A. in other Social Sciences with similar percentage of marks might also be considered for admission, if their first degree includes some subjects with the field of Geography. Candidates must pass an English proficiency test (TOFEL, min. score 550 or IELTS, min. 6.0).

M.Sc. in Hydropower Development

Admission Requirements : Candidates should have atleast a B.Sc. degree with 60% marks in aggregate, in Civil engineering (such degree should be obtained not before 25.10.1991) or equivalent and 2-5 years experience from planning, design and/or construction of hydraulic works. Candidates holding M.Sc. degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent will not be considered.

M.Sc. in Petroleum Engineering/Petroleum Geosciences

Admission requirements : Candidates should have atleast a B.Sc. degree with 60% marks in aggregate, in Petroleum Geoscience or in Petroleum Engg.

Diploma/M.Phil. in Fisheries Biology and Fisheries Management

Admission requirement : Candidates must have a first degree or Bachelor of Science (preferably with honours) in biology with special knowledge in aquatic biology. A strong background in mathematics and statistics in advisable and also some filed experience. Candidates should have atleast 60% marks in aggregate in their degree.

M.Phil. in Gender and Development

Admission requirement : Candidates must have a Bachelor degree or its equivalent with atleast 60% marks including a concentration of course work corresponding to 1.5 years of full time study in a field or subject of specialisation relevant to gender and/or development issues.

M.Phil. in Health Sciences (International Health)

Admission requirements : Candidates should be graduates with atleast 60% marks in aggregate, from school of medicine or dentistry, or from disciplines such as public health, nursing, nutrition, human biology, medical technology, pharmacy, social and behavioural sciences and international health.

M.Phil. in Public Administration

Admission requirements : Candidates must have a University degree based on either (a) three year of studies or more from a recognised Non-Norwegian University or (b) Bachelor, Cand. mag.-degree or comparable degree recognised by the academic Collegium at the University of Bergen. Candidate should have 60% or more marks in aggregate in their degree.

M.Phil. and Social Anthropology (with emphasis on Human Ecology)

Admission requirement : Candidates must have atleast Bachelor of Arts in Social Anthropology/Sociology with atleast 60% in aggregate.

M.Phil. in Comparative and International Education

Admission requirements : A Bachelor's degree or equivalent with atleast 60% marks in aggregate (at least three years beyond the Norwegian minimum requirements for matriculation) is required.

M.Phil. in International Community Health

Admission requirements : A Bachelor's degree or equivalent with 60% or more marks in aggregate is required. English Language skills documented by either TOEFL test (min, 550 points) or IELTS band 6.0.

M.Phil. in Special Needs Education

Admission Requirement : A Bachelor's degree or equivalent with atleast 60% marks in Special Needs Education or other relevant subject or A qualified teacher's training certificate followed by a minimum of one year's full time university or college study in Special Needs Education.

M.Sc. in International Fisheries Management

Admission requirement : Candidates should have Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts or Cand.mag. degree or equivalent with atleast 60% marks in aggregate with in Biology/Ecology and/or Economics/Organisation/Law. They must have knowledge Mathematics and Statistics corresponding to the University's introductory courses in these subjects.

Value/Passage Cost *

Centre for International University Co-operation (SIU) will pay a return air ticket from the fellows home country.

A monthly allowance sufficient to cover food, rent and other ordinary living expenses will be paid by the middle of each month.

An installation allowance equivalent to half a monthly fellowship allowance will be provided for deposit at the Student Campus, for warm clothing and extraordinary expenses. Supplementary clothing must be covered from the regular monthly fellowship allowance.

While in Norway Fellows attending the international courses are insured against major costs of medical attention through the Norwegian National Health Insurance Scheme (Dental care is not included). SIU covers accident and life insurance for all courses participants.

During the fellow's stay in Norway, SIU does not cover insurance against theft etc. when travelling outside Norway the fellow is not covered by SIU financed insurance.

SIU does not take responsibility for accidents or for the loss of the fellow's luggage or personal possessions on the journey to and from Norway. The fellow is, therefore advised to take out insurance before leaving his/her home country.

Application Procedure

Typed application with attest copies of testimonials, programme of study, photograph and other documents should be submitted on plain paper (as per format notified) by prescribed date. Employed persons should send their applications duly sponsored. Advanced application may not be considered. Academic year starts form August every year.

Contact Address

Section Officer, Es.5. Section (Scholarships), Ministry of Human Resource Development, Department of Education, (ES 5) External Scholarships Division, A1/W3 Curzon Road Barracks, K G Marg, New Delhi 110001.

Mongolia Scholarships For Indian Students

Course of study : Mongolian Language and Mongolian study

Duration : One semester

Scholarship : 2

Notification : Employment News/Leading Newspapers : August/September

Eligibility :

Indian nationals residing with in the country. Age below 45 yrs. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree. Addl. Requirements: Good Knowledge of English, 2 yrs consecutive stay in India after return from abroad for study/training.

Value: The scholars are provided with the course fees, living allowance and free accommodation in hostel for the duration of stay.

Passage Cost:

Travel expenses form India to Mongolia and back are payable by the candidate or his/her /employer/sponsor.

Application Procedure

Typed application duly sponsored by employer, with attested copies of testimonials, photograph, programme of study/research and other documents may be submitted on plain paper (as per notified format) by prescribed dated. Advance applications may be considered provisionally pending sponsorship by employer within 2 weeks.

Contact Address

Section Officer ES.1 Section, (Scholarships), Ministry of Human Resource Development, Department of Education, (ES 1) External Scholarships Division, A1/W3 Curzon Road Barracks, K G Marg, New Delhi 110001

Mexico Scholarships For Indian Students

Level: P.G. and above

Subjects of Study: Spanish History, Literature, Linguistics, Economics, Demography, Asia & Africa.

Duration : 1-2 yrs

Scholarships : 6

Commencement of academic session : September/October

Notification : Through circular to concerned Universities or through newspapers : February or November

Eligibility: Indian nationals residing India. Age Below 45 years. Candidates should have a degree/Ph.D. from University. Additional Requirements: Sufficient knowledge of geography, culture and heritage of Mexico; 2 yrs consecutive stay in India after return from abroad for study/training/specialisation.

Value :

Monthly maintenance allowance, Registration and college fee, medical insurance to be paid by Government of Mexico.

Passage cost Travel expenses fro India to Mexico payable by the Govt. of Mexico.

Application Procedure:
Typed application (in prescribed format as notified) with attested copies of testimonials may be submitted on plain paper. Employed persons are required to send their applications through their employers within due date as notified.

Contact Address :

Section Officer ES.3 Section, Ministry of Human Resource Development, Department of Education , A1/W3 Curzon Road Barracks, K G Marg, New Delhi 110001.

Japan Scholarships For Indian Students

Course of Study: Research study.

Duration : 18 months to 2 years

Scholarships : 30

Commencement of academic session : April/Oct.

Notification : Employment News/Leading newspapers : April/May

Subjects : Biotechnology; Biological Oceanography; Fibre-Optics; Laser Tech; Microprocessor Application/Tech; Opto-Electronics; Management studies, Earthquake Engineering, Quality and Reliability Engg (as applied to Electricity and power , Railway, Heavy Industry, Heavy Electrical, Electronics and Communication etc.); Remote Sensing; Robotics; Ship-Building, Fisheries, Japanese Language & Literature, Japanese Studies and Transportation & Information System Engg.

Eligibility: Indian nationals residing in India. Age below 35 yrs.

Qualifications for Japanese Language: Candidates who have enrolled in the Post graduate degree in Japanese language or completed undergraduate degree in Japanese language or completed Level 2 of JLPT conducted in Japan Foundation and have completed at least 3 years of Japanese language study in a University. For Japanese Studies: Masters Degree. For Ship Building, Bachelors' degree with 60% marks in the related field alongwith two consecutive years practical/research/teaching experience after obtaining the prescribed qualification. For Other Subjects: Masters degree in the relevant field with minimum 60% marks alongwith two consecutive years practical/research/teaching experience after obtaining the prescribed qualification.

Value : Maintenance allowance to be paid by Government of Japan which covers study allowance, fee, part payment of medical expenses, accommodation etc.

Passage Cost : Return air ticket is provided by the Japanese Government.

Application Procedure :

Typed application with attested copies of testimonials, photograph, programme of study/research and other documents may be submitted on plain paper (as per notified format) by prescribed date. Employed candidates are required to send applications through their employers.

Contact Address :

Section Officer. ES.3. Section, Ministry of Human Resource Development, Department of Education, A1/W3 Curzon Road Barracks, K G Marg, New Delhi 110001.

Italy Scholarships For Indian Students

Subjects of Study / Minimum eligibility requirements :

Category 'A'

Three scholarships of six months' duration each to pursue the Corso Supedore (Level V) of Italian language at the University of Foreigners, Perugia.

Eligibility:

* Graduate or equivalent degree from a recognized University.
* Good knowledge of Italian
* Possession of diploma of Level IV from the University of Foreigners, Perugia.
* Age not to exceed 45 years.

Category 'B'

Fourteen scholarships of three months' duration each to pursue Corso Medio
(Level III & IV) course of Italian Language at University of Foreigners, Perugia.

Category 'C'

Four scholarships of one month's duration each to pursue Corso Straordinario of Italian Language at the University of Foreigners, Perugia.

Eligibility for Category B and C :

* Graduate or equivalent degree from a recognized University
* Good knowledge of Italian
* Proof of knowledge of Italian language mandatory (like a diploma or certificate).
*Age not to exceed 45 years.

Scholarship Amount

Selected candidates will get an amount of 1,200,000 Lire per month as scholarship amount. The above mentioned amount is inclusive of stay in Italy as well as the course fee which is reduced to 50% for all scholarships holders.

No international travel cost to and from Italy or local travel cost while in Italy for any Category of the above Scholarships will be paid either by the Government of Italy or by the Government of India. Therefore an undertaking to the effect (as in Annexure-II) that the international travel cost to and fro Italy and local passage while in Italy (if any) will be borne by the candidates or his/her employers/sponsors should also be submitted along with application.

Application Procedure

Application in prescribed format with attested copies of testimonials, photograph, programme of study/research, fitness certificate, two letters of introduction from Indian academic authorities and other documents may be submitted or plain paper. Employed persons are required to send their applications through their employer.

Contact Address

Section Officer, ES.5 Section, Ministry of Human Resource Development, Department of Education, A.1/w.3 Curzon Road Barracks, K.G. Marg. New Delhi 110001.

Ireland Scholarships For Indian Students

Course: Post-graduate Studies

Duration : 1 Year

Fellowships : 6

Notification : Employment News and other Newspapers : February/March

Subjects : Environmental Resources Management, Community Health, Remedial and Special Education and Developmental Studies.

Eligibility : Age: up to 30yrs.

Qualifications: First Class Bachelors' Degree in related subjects.

Additional Requirements: Good knowledge about Ireland, 2yrs consecutive stay in India after return from abroad for study/training.

Value :

Fellowships cover return travel from India, University fee, living allowance in addition to supplement for books, preparation of thesis, warm clothing etc.

Application Procedure:

Typed application with attested copies of testimonials, photograph, plans for employment and other documents may be submitted on plain paper in prescribed format by notified date. Employed persons are expected to send their applications through their employer.

Contact:

Section Officer, ES.1 Section, Ministry of Human Resource Development, Department of Education, A.1/W.3 Curzon Road Barracks, K.G.Marg, New Delhi 110001

Israel Scholarships For Indian Students

Field of Study: P.D./Specialization(8 Months research).

Duration: 8 month(research)/ one year for P.D.

No. of Scholarships : 6( 4 for 8 months research and 2 for P.D.)

Notification: Employment News/Rozgar Samachar & leading newspapers) : December/January.

Subject:

International Relations, Judaism, Hebrew language, History of the Jewish people, Agriculture, Political Science.

Eligibility:

Age 35 years. Candidate should have 55% marks or more marks for Humanities. For Agriculture 60% or more marks and two years research/work/teaching experience. Candidates who are staying abroad will not be considered. Candidate who are already abroad for more than six months for study/research/training are eligible to apply only if they stayed in India for two consecutive years after their return from abroad.

Value of Scholarship :

To be paid by Israeli Government to cover stay, tuition fees, health insurance etc.

Passage Cost :

India to Israel and back is payable by the candidate/sponsor/employer who will apply for 8 months research. Borne by Israeli Govt. for P.D. Candidates.

Application Procedure:

Typed application on plain paper as per format notified, along with attested photocopies of the certificates, through employer, if employed. To be submitted within the date as notified.

Contact Address :

Section Officer, ES.3 Section, Ministry of Human Resource Development, Department of Education, External Scholarships Division, A1/w3 Curzon Road Barracks, K G Marg, New Delhi 110001.

Greece Scholarships For Indian Students

Subjects : Mathematics, Political Philosophy/Political thought.

No. of Scholarship: One.

Duration : 10 months.

Notification: Employment News/Leading newspapers : November/December

Eligibility: Masters Degree with 60% or more marks , Two years teaching/research/practical experience Candidates should be pursuing studies in Universities or Research Centres.

Age : Below 40 years

Passage Cost : Travelling expenses from India to Greece and back to be borne by the candidate or his/her sponsor/employee.

Value-of Scholarship: Monthly subsidy: 150.000 drachmas to Post Graduate or research scholars.

Lump sum for establishment expenses: 20,000 drachmas for scholars who will reside in Athens and 30,000 drachmas who will reside in the province. Scholars whose scholarships is renewed are not entitled to this sum.

A lump sum of 30,000 drachmas for transport expenses within the country to scholars who have to travel from their place of residence in order to perform the research program approved by the Department, provided that there is a justified proposal of the supervising professor.

Exemption from tuition fees: it is underlined that, in the event that the postgraduate or research scholar wish to attend Greek Language Courses, they are not exempt from tuition fees which must be paid to the Modern Greek language College.

Gratis medical care in the event of emergency, only in Public Hospitals.

Application Procedure:

In plain paper, typed in prescribed format along with photocopies of certificates etc. through Employer, if employed, to `The Section Officer ES-5 Section (Scholarships) Ministry of Human Resource Development, Department of Education (ES 5), A1/W3 Curzon Road Barracks, K G Marg, New Delhi 110001.

GERMANY (German Academic Exchange Service) - Scholarships For Indian Students

FELLOWSHIPS (DADD)

Courses : Advanced Study/Research

Duration : 1 yr

Fellowships : 7

Notification : Employment news / Leading newspapers : August/Sept.

Special Features :

The Fellowships are awarded for advanced studies/research at Universities/research institutions in Germany and not for a degree. Scholar working for their Ph.D. (except those applying under the sandwich-Model) are expected to complete their doctorate thesis before their departure. The Sandwich Model multi-phase scheme offers the applicant to carry out his research in India and in Germany under the supervision of an Indian/German guide according to previously drafted scheduled. The research stay in the Germany is not limited to a single visit; the fellowship holder could either complete his research at a German university/institute in one stage or carry out part of the work there, return to his home institute to continue the work and institute for consultation while the Ph.D. candidate is working there visit of the German Guide to India for consultation. Period of fellowship is preceded by a compulsory 4 months German language course to be conducted at one of the branches of the Geothe Institute in Germany

Age Limit :

32 years as on 1st October, of every year (except those applying under the Sandwich Model Scheme, for whom the age limit is 36 years as on 1st October, of every year).

Qualification:

Uniformly good academic record with 60% marks at Master's degree in the subject/related field. Candidates from the fields of Sociology and Economics should posses adequate knowledge of German Language. Experience 2 yrs consecutive teaching/research/practical training after obtaining the prescribed qualification. M. Phil. degree is counted as one year's experience. Preference is given to candidates having contacts with German Professors/placement at the German Institute. Letters from German Scientists/Professors confirming that the proposed research could be carried out at their Institutes are required to be furnished. Addle Requirements: Sufficient knowledge about Germany. Two yrs consecutive stay in India after return from abroad for study/training.

Value of Fellowship:

a) Maintenance allowance at the rate of DM 1800 per month (b) Free passage from New Delhi to the place of study in the Germany Republic of Germany and back. (c) Exemption from payment of university fees. (d) Special clothing allowance of DM 400. (e) Book allowance of DM 200 per year (f) Free tuition, boarding lodging plus pocket allowance during the period of the German language course (preceding/studies/research)

Subject Fields :

Mech. engineering, Electronics and Communication Engg., Bio-pharmacology, Metallurgy, Environmental Science, Bio-technology, Agriculture & Forestry, Vet. Sciences & Animal Husbandry, Electrical Engineering

Application Procedure :
Typed application, duly sponsored by employer, with research programme, attested copies of testimonials and other documents may be submitted on plain paper (as per notified format) by the prescribed date.

Contact Address:

Section Officer, ES.1 Section, Ministry of Human Resource Development, Department of Education (ES-I), External Scholarship Division, Curzon Road Barracks, K.G. Marg, New Delhi 110001

Czech Scholarships For Indian Students

Subjects / Fields :

Chinese Language & Literature, Fine Arts, (Painting & Sculpture) Economics, History, Bio-technology, Botany, Zoology, Environmental Science, Plant Breeding & Genetics, Fisheries, Political Science. Sericulture Agronomy

Duration: 1-2 Yrs

Scholarship : 25

Commencement of academic session : September

Notification : Employment News/Leading dailies : January/Feb.

Eligibility:

Indian nationals. Below 40 Years. Qualifications for Chinese Lang 2-3 Year Cert/Dip in basic Chinese Language from recognised Institution/University. Bachelor degree in Fine Arts with 60% for Fine Arts. For other subjects 60% marks at Post Graduates level with work research experience of two years.

Value :

Scholarship covers expenditure on board & lodging Tuition fees pocket expenses which is paid by Chinese Govt.

Passage Cost: Both ways is borne by Govt. of India.

Application Procedure:

Application, duly sponsored by the employers (if employed) furnishing particulars (as per notified format) may be submitted on plain paper, by the prescribed date.

Contact Address:

Section Officer ES.3 Section, Ministry of Human Resource Development, Department of Education, External Scholarship Division A1/w3 Curzon Road Barracks, KG Marg, New Delhi 110001

China Scholarships For Indian Students

Subjects / Fields :

Chinese Language & Literature, Fine Arts, (Painting & Sculpture) Economics, History, Bio-technology, Botany, Zoology, Environmental Science, Plant Breeding & Genetics, Fisheries, Political Science. Sericulture Agronomy

Duration: 1-2 Yrs

Scholarship : 25

Commencement of academic session : September

Notification : Employment News/Leading dailies : January/Feb.

Eligibility:
Indian nationals. Below 40 Years. Qualifications for Chinese Lang 2-3 Year Cert/Dip in basic Chinese Language from recognised Institution/University. Bachelor degree in Fine Arts with 60% for Fine Arts. For other subjects 60% marks at Post Graduates level with work research experience of two years.

Value :
Scholarship covers expenditure on board & lodging Tuition fees pocket expenses which is paid by Chinese Govt.

Passage Cost: Both ways is borne by Govt. of India.

Application Procedure:

Application, duly sponsored by the employers (if employed) furnishing particulars (as per notified format) may be submitted on plain paper, by the prescribed date.

Contact Address:

Section Officer ES.3 Section, Ministry of Human Resource Development, Department of Education, External Scholarship Division A1/w3 Curzon Road Barracks, KG Marg, New Delhi 110001

Canada Scholarships For Indian Students

Level of Study: Ph.D./Masters

Duration : 4 years for Ph.D. and two years for Masters.

No. of Nomination : 9 (6 for P.G. and 3 for Ph.D.)

Notification : Employment News/Leading Newspapers : September

General Requirements:

Indian nationals residing in India. Age:- The applications will normally be accepted from those candidates who have obtained first Graduation/the Master's degree within the last five years as on September of the in-take year.

Value of Scholarships:

Scholarships covers most direct economy class air passage (both ways), approved tuition and other compulsory university frees (excluding board and residence), personal maintenance allowance, approved medical and hospital expenses, Book allowance.

Subject:

Political Science/International Relations with particular emphasis on Canada-India relations, Geography, Social Administration, Economic Planning, Management Studies and Computer Science.

Qualification & Experience:

The candidates must have completed tertiary education in English medium.

The candidate must have completed Masters Degree in the relevant subject field securing 55% or above marks in Humanities and Social Science group and 60% or above marks in Engineering and Technology group, with two years teaching/research or practical experience after obtaining Post-graduate degree relating to the opted field of study

Belgium Scholarships For Indian Students

Course of Study: Post-Graduate

Duration: 10 months

No. of Scholarships : 3

Notification: Employment News/leading newspapers : January

Subject of Study : Agronomy, Environmental Science, Technical Metallurgy.

Eligibility: Agronomy , Micro-Electronics, Chemical Engg./Technology, Metallurgy, Vet. Science, Environmental Studies.

Qualifications: Graduation in the related subject with 60% or above marks with two years experience in the field for post-graduate studies.

Age: 35 years or less

Allowance: Accepted scholars will receive:-

A monthly grant of 675 Euro during one academic year ( 10 months).

Reimbursement of Tuition fee : An extensive medical and third party liability insurance.

Passage Cost: Traveling expenses from India to Belgium and back to be borne either by the candidate or his/her employer/sponsor.

Application Procedure :

Typed application in (prescribed format) with attested copies of testimonials, programme of study and other documents may be submitted on plain paper by notified date. Employed candidates should route the applications through their employer.

Contact Address:

Section Officer ES.5, Ministry of Human Resource Development, Department of Education, A1/w3 Curzon Road Barracks, KG Marg New Delhi 110001.

Commonwelath (UK) Scholarships For Indian Students

Level of Study : Clinical Training in case of Medical field/Post-graduation/Ph.D.

Duration : 1 year in case of Post-graduation/1yr.clinical Training/3 yrs. In case of Ph..D.

Nominations : 55 (22 are for Ph.D. and 33 for Master's Programme including one year clinical training in Medical field )

Notification: Employment News / Leading newspapers : August/September

General Requirements and Value of Scholarships:

Indian national residing in India. The applications will normally be accepted from those candidates who have graduated first Master's degree as per requirement within the last ten years as on October of the in-take year. Scholarships cover tourist-class air passage (both ways) fee, adequate maintenance and other allowance.

Subject:

Medicine (UK)

Cancer Research (including Cancer epidemiology); Cardiology, Gynecology, Medicine and Dentistry. Scholarships are assigned for project oriented training in higher techniques and methodology and are not for generalised training/studies leading to a degree or diploma.

Engineering & Technology

Electronics; Environmental Studies; Remote Sensing Technology; Communication Engineering; Bio-Technology/Biochemical Engineering; Robotics.

Science (Pure & Applied)

Mathematics; Molecular Biology; Physics and Chemistry (including Pharmaceutical/Medicinal Chemistry).

Agriculture & Allied Fields

Animal Husbandry; Agronomy and Forestry.

Humanities & Social Sciences

History; sociology; Management Studies; Fine Art; (including Western Painting, Art History, Graphic Design and Sculpture); Economics, Philosophy, Psychology, Computer Application, Law and English.

Qualifications & Experience :

The Candidates must have completed tertiary education in English Medium.

(A) For Master' Degree: One must have completed Bachelor's Degree in one of the above indicated subject fields securing 55% or above marks in Humanities and Social Science group and 60% or above marks in Medicine, Engineering & Technology, Science and Agriculture group. Candidate should give one page academic justification for pursuing Master Degree course in U.K.

(B) For Ph.D : One must have completed Master's Degree in one of the subject fields indicated above securing 55% marks in Humanities and Social Science group and 60% or above marks in Medicine, Engineering and Technology, Science and Agriculture group with two years teaching/research or practical experience after obtaining Post-graduated degree relating to the opted field of study.

Academic year commencing from: October

Inlaks Shivdasani Foundation Scholarships Last Date : 15.04.2009

INLAKS SHIVDASANI FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIPS

(Formerly known as Inlaks Foundation)

Inlaks Shivdasani Foundation Scholarships 2009

Scholarships, Awards and Grants are offered to young men and woman under 30 years of age with talent and ability and a desire to transform their lives.

These may take the form of academic scholarships (except in Engineering, Computer & Management Sciences and MPH) provided candidates have already secured admission to their courses of study. Or, these could involve travel, specific programmes or any other dream project of your choice. Scholarships will normally be awarded for upto two years.

For more details, see www.inlaksfoundation.org

Application forms can be downloaded from the website or to receive hard copy of the same send stamped (Rs. 10), Self addressed envelope ( 10 x 23 cm.) To:-

C/o Iniaks India Foundation 86/87, Atlanta, Nariman Point, Mumbai- 400021

Completed applications must be returned by 15th April 2009.

Narotam Sekhsaria Scholarships 2009 Last Date : 20.02.2009

The Narotam Sekhsaria Foundation Scholarships

The Narotam Sekhsaria Scholarships

Under its Narotam Sekhsaria Scholarship Programme, the Foundation awards interest free loan scholarships to Indian students with a consistently good academic record. The amount of scholarship, up to a maximum of Rs. Ten Lacs, is decided as per the assessment of the Foundation.

Scholarships are offered for postgraduate studies at prestigious institutions in India and abroad, in the fields of Pure Sciences, Applied Sciences, Social Sciences and Humanities, Law, Architecture and Management.

Selected students will have the benefit of the Foundation’s mentoring program, where they will be guided and advised by mentors from the academia, industry and the professions.

Who is eligible for this scholarship?

* Indian nationals, residing in India
* Students below 30 years of age as on 31st Jan 2009
* Graduates of a recognized Indian university with a consistently good academic record (Students in the final year of the degree course, or those awaiting results are also eligible)
* Students planning to pursue post graduate studies at prestigious institutes from the Fall – 2009 semester (Students awaiting admission are also eligible, but the award of scholarship is subject to securing admission)

How to apply?

Students wishing to avail of this scholarship can download the application form here. An application fee of Rs. 300/- by cash/demand draft/MO drawn in favor of Narotam Sekhsaria Foundation should accompany the duly filled form. (No Cheques will be accepted). Incomplete forms will not be considered. The completed forms must reach the Foundation Office by February 20, 2009. The foundation will not be responsible for postal or other delays.

Documents to be furnished at the time of application Attested copies of

(a) All mark sheets and degree certificates
(b) GRE / GMAT / TOEFL / IELTS / GATE / CAT scorecards, as applicable
(c) Award letters of scholarships / awards received
(d) Your application to the university and/or offer letter(s) confirming your admission
(e) First 4 pages of your passport

Selection Process for the Scholarship

All applications will be screened for short listing. Short listed candidates will be required to attend a personal interview at Mumbai during April 2009. The interview is mandatory and is the basis for final selection.

For Complete informations please visit : www.nsscholarship.net
Last date of submitting completed applications: 20th February 2009.
refer the website on jan10

The J.N. Tata Endowment Scholarships 2009-2010 Last Date : 16.02.2009

The J.N.Tata Endowment Scholarships 2009-2010

THE J.N. TATA ENDOWMENT for the Higher Education of Indians SCHOLARSHIPS 2009-2010

Applications are invited from Indian nationals for the J. N. TATA ENDOWMENT LOAN SCHOLARSHIPS for the academic year 2009 –2010 for higher studies abroad in all disciplines and subjects. Selected scholars may also qualify for gift awards .

WHO IS ELIGIBLE ?

Applicants who are :

I) Indian nationals; and
II) (a) graduates of a recognised Indian university with a consistently good academic record; or
(b) students in the final year of the degree course; or
(c) mid-career professionals planning to go abroad for further research, specialization or training

At the time of submitting the completed applications, candidates need not have the admission / offer letters from the universities to which they have applied for the academic year 2009-2010.

HOW TO APPLY ?

Prescribed application forms will be available from the Administrative Office of the Endowment at Mulla House, 51 M.G. Road, Fort, Mumbai 400 001 from December 8, 2008 to February 16, 2009.

The application fee of Rs.100/- can be paid in cash or by a Money Order on which the full name and address is to be mentioned to enable the Endowment to send the form.

Completed application forms should reach the office of the Endowment not later than February 27, 2009.

After the initial screening of applications, candidates will be shortlisted for an interview in person by subject experts. The final selection will be made on the basis of the interview which will be held in Mumbai between March and June 2009.

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Website : www.dorabjitatatrust.org

Central Sector Scheme of Scholarship for College and University Students Last Date : 31.01.2009

CENTRAL SECTOR SCHEME OF SCHOLARSHIP FOR COLLEGE AND UNIVERSITY STUDENTS

The Ministry of Human Resources Development, Department of Higher Education, Government of India has introduced a new scholarship scheme titled “Central Sector Scheme of Scholarship for College and University Students”.

OBJECTIVE:
To provide financial assistance to meritorious students from low-income families to meet day-to-day expenses while pursuing higher studies.

SCOPE:
The scholarships will be awarded on the basis of the results of Senior Secondary Examination (class XII) of 10+2 pattern or equivalent. 82000 fresh scholarships per annum (41000 for boys and 41000 for girls) will be awarded for graduate / postgraduate studies in colleges and universities and for professional courses such as Medical, Engineering etc.

ALLOCATION OF SCHOLARSHIPS:
The total number of scholarships will be divided amongst the State Boards based on the State’s population in the age group of 18-25 years, after segregating share of CBSE and ICSE on the basis of number of students passing out from various Boards in the country. The number of scholarships allotted to a Board would be distributed amongst pass outs of the Science, Commerce and Humanities streams of the Board in the ratio of 3:2:1. Within the specified quota, the selection shall be made on merit.

ELIGIBILITY:

* The student should have scored a minimum 80% of marks in Class XII of 10+2 pattern or equivalent.
* The student should belong to non-creamy layer as defined by the Department of Personnel and Training in their Notification No 36012/22/93-Estt. (SCT), dated 08.11.1993 and as modified vide their OM No. 36033/3/2004-Estt. (Res) dated 09.03.2004 and as may be further modified from time to time and not availing of any other scholarship scheme. The scholarship once awarded will continue and it will be renewed from year to year till the completion of the course for which the award has been made. A fresh income certificate each year will not be called for provided the scholar fulfils all other terms and conditions stipulated for the renewal.
* The reservation would be applicable in terms of Central Reservation Policy and internal earmarking.
* The Undergraduate/Postgraduate/Professional courses are pursued in a recognized college/ institution in India.

TENABILITY:
A scholarship under the scheme has to be availed of in the year it is made in the Scheme for the duration of the course subject to fulfilling eligibility criteria.

RATE OF SCHOLARSHIPS:
The scholarship will be given @ Rs.1000/- per month at Graduation level for first three years of College and University courses and Rs.2000/-per month at Post graduation level. Students pursuing professional courses would get Rs.2000/- per month in the 4th & 5th year. The scholarship would be paid for 10 months in an academic year.

RENEWAL OF SCHOLARSHIPS:
A scholarship under the scheme is renewable from year to year within the same stage of education. The renewal will depend on promotion to the next class provided the scholar secures 60% or more marks in aggregate in the semester/annual examination which determines his promotion to the next class. It will also be subject to discipline and maintenance of attendance by the scholar. Complaints against these scholars regarding indiscipline including any complaints of having indulged in ragging would lead to forfeiture of scholarship.

If a scholar is unable to appear in the annual examination owing to illness and or on account of any unforeseen event, the award may be renewed for the next academic year on submission of medical certificate and other proof to satisfy the Head of the Institution who will certify that the student would have passed with 60% had he appeared in the examination.

If a scholar gives up the chosen course of study before its completion or if he changes the course of study without the approval of the MHRD the scholarship will be cancelled. Good conduct and regularity in attendance are also required for continuance of the scholarship. The decision of the MHRD will be final and binding in all such matters. Scholarship once cancelled will not be revived in any circumstance.

PAYMENT OF SCHOLARSHIP:
Scholarship will be paid to the selected students directly by the Central Government through a Bank Account opened by them for the purpose in a designated Bank. Based on the eligibility certificate presented by the awardees, the designate bank(s) shall open account for all such merit scholars and ensure timely credit and maintain a proper database of the account numbers of the students receiving the scholarship. Where the branch of the bank is not available, the bank will issue co-branded ATM cards to the awardees, so that they can draw scholarship from any ATM without any charges. This will include flexibility of withdrawal of scholarship by the awardees through ATM of all nationalized banks, and its subsidiaries. The payment of scholarship will start from the month the admission is obtained.

For more details please visit : www.cbse.nic.in

Last Date : 31.01.2009

Or Contact :
The Deputy Secretary, Admn & Vigilance, Scholarship Division, Central Board of Secondary Education
2, Community Centre, Preet Vihar, Delhi – 110 301

SHAILENDRA WAGADRE, All India Principal General Secretary APAAX (Since-98) 09425003700 swagadre@rediffmail.com

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Women Scientist Scholarship Scheme

Women Scientist Scholarship Scheme
TECHNOLOGY INFORMATION, FORECASTING AND ASSESSMENT COUNCIL (TIFAC)
(Department of Science & Technology; Govt, of India)
For Women Having Science Qualifications

Women Scientist Scholarship Scheme

For Women Having Science Qualifications
If you have a hunger to deal with latest scientific and technological inventions, this advertisement may be for you.

The Department of Science and Technology had launched a scholarship scheme in the year 2002 for women having science qualifications for training in the area of intellectual property rights, especially in patent searches, understanding of patent specifications and preparation of technology scan report. Looking at the overwhelming response received in previous years, DST is continuing the scheme this year too.


Long term Objectives

1. Empower the talented and skilled women who have studied science, engineering and medicine to contribute effectively in the advancement of science and technology in the country.
2. Develop a pool of women in India ready to undertake scientific and technical aspects of intellectual property rights.

Short term objectives

1. Train talented and skilled women who have studied science, engineering and medicine in patent searches and other aspects of intellectual property rights enabling them to seek specialized employment or be self employed.
2. Develop a core of professionals for preparing specialized reports such as technology scan based on patent information.
3. Develop a pool of resource persons In intellectual property rights for conducting workshops on IPR.

Eligibility

1. Candidates should be M.Sc/Ph.D in physical sciences, chemical sciences, life sciences or B.Tech, or B.E/ M.Tech or MBBS / MS / MD / MVSc / BPharma / MPharma with good academic record. Candidates with higher qualification can also apply.
2. Candidates should have a good familiarity with computers in handling databases, surfing the net and information searches.
3. Candidates with research experience, preparing project reports and experience of thesis writing will be preferred.

Age

Candidates should not be more than 50 years of age.

Scholarship

The scholarship will be admissible for a period of one year and the amount of scholarship will be maximum of Rs. 10, 000 per month for candidates having MSc or BTech or MBBS or BPharma and a maximum of Rs. 15,000 per month for PhD/ MTech/MPharma/MVSc and MS/MD.

Centers

Training will be implemented by four agencies, namely, Technology Information, Forecasting & Assessment Council (TIFAC), Delhi; Centre for Cooperation in Science & Technology among Developing Societies (CCSTDS), Chennai, Unit for Research & Development of Information Products (URDIP), Pune and Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Kharagpur.

Placement

The selected candidates may be attached with firms/institutions for on the job training and these firms/institutions may not be in these four cities. These firms/Institutions will be specialized agencies dealing with intellectual property rights and attorneys firms. Post scholarship placement is not the responsibility of TIFAC.

Selection Procedure

Selection will be through a written test and interview. Short listed candidates, meeting the eligibility criteria, will be called for the written test. A further shortlisting of the candidates will be done after the written test for the purpose of interview and such successful candidates will be informed. Written examination will be held in four cities, namely, Delhi (for TIFAC), Chennai (for CCSTDS), Pune (for URDIP) and Kolkata (for IIT Kharagpur). Similarly, interviews of short listed candidates will be held at these centres. Each candidate must indicate her preference for the centre in her application.

Application Procedure

a. Application must be sent in the format given in the end of the advertisement otherwise it will be rejected.
b. No column should be left blank. Write NA/NIL if no details are available.
c. Do not attach copies of the certificates or publications (if any) along with the application.
d. Photograph duly signed by the applicant must be affixed on the space provided in the application form.
e. Unsigned applications will be rejected (photograph as well as declaration).
f. Applications sent through email will not be entertained. Candidates should send application by post.
Date for submission of Application
The application should reach the center opted for, within one month of the publication of the advertisement in the newspaper, at the following addresses:

DELHI CENTRE

Director
Patent Facilitating Centre (PFC)
Technology Information, Forecasting & Assessment Council (TIFAC)
Vishwakarma Bhavan, A-Wing, Shaheed Jeet Singh Marg
NewDelhi-110016
Tel:011- 42525802,42525803
E-mail: tffac@nda.vsnl.net.in

CHENNAI CENTRE

Honorary Director
Centre for Cooperation in Science & Technology among
Developing Societies (CCSTDS)
2, Gandhi Mandapam Road
Chennai-600025
Tel: 044 - 24430228,24419466,24901367
E-mail: ccstds@vsnl.net

KHARAGPUR CENTRE

Dean, Continuing Education Programme "Women Scientist Scholarship Scheme" Continuing Education Programme Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur West Bengal-721302 Te:03222-282111/282112 E-mail: cep-off@hijli.iitkgp.emet.in

PUNECENTRE

Unit for Research & Development of Information Products (URDIP)
Council of Scientific & Industrial Research
Jopasana, 8571
Paud Road, Kothrud
Pune-411038
Tel: 020 - 25382296,25383557 - 58,25387209
E-mail: hirwani@urdip.res.in

Terms & Conditions

(a) Since the scholarship is strictly for a period of one year, no long leave (barring exceptional cases) shall be permitted during this tenure.
(b) No leave will be granted for completing/writing thesis if presently enrolled for Ph.D.
(c)Candidates should be prepared for relocating themselves for training. _
For APPLICATION FORMAT please refer the leading news papers dated 06.12.200812.08