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I. Introduction:
The major functions of CSIR include
promotion, guidance and coordination of scientific and industrial
research in India; establishment or development of and assistance to
existing special institutions or departments for scientific study of
problems affecting particular industries and trades; award of
fellowship; utilization of Council's R&D results for industrial
development; collection and dissemination of S&T information; and
technology generation, absorption and transfer. The Human Resource
Development (HRD) Group of Council of Scientific & Industrial
Research (CSIR) has a mandate to develop and nurture S&T manpower
at the national level. It also promotes, guides and co-ordinates
scientific & industrial research through research grants to
Scientists/Professors working in Universities/R&D Institutes of
Higher learning.
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II. Name of scheme(s):
1. Research Schemes
2. Sponsored Schemes
3. Emeritus Scientist Scheme
4. Research Fellowships/Associateships
5. Other Science and
Technology Promotion Programmes
II.1 Research
Schemes
Objective(s):
To
promote research work in the field of S&T including agriculture,
engineering and medicine. Multi-disciplinary projects which involve
inter-organisational cooperation (including that of CSIR
Laboratories) are also considered. Preference is given to schemes
which have relevance to research programmes of CSIR laboratories.
Who can submit a proposal
Professors/Scientists and other experts in regular employment in
Universities, IITs, Post Graduate Institutions, Colleges, recognized
R&D laboratories etc.
When and how to submit a
proposal
The proposal in the prescribed format can be
submitted any time during the year.
Areas of
research support
Science and Technology including
agriculture, engineering and medicine.
Components
of grant
Fellowships, contingencies and equipment.
Items not allowed out of grant
International
travel, furniture/office equipment.
Mechanism of
implementation and monitoring
The Governing Body of CSIR is
the Apex Body to consider the research proposals. The proposals
received by CSIR are sent to a number of referees and the concerned
CSIR laboratories for evaluation and comments. These are further
evaluated by the respective research committees. A number of
discipline-wise research committees have been constituted by CSIR for
this purpose. The research committees submit the proposals with its
recommendation to the Governing Body for taking a final decision on
the project. The research committees usually meet twice in a year.The
PI is required to submit annually comprehensive report on prescribed
proforma for renewal of the project to next year.These reports are
evaluated by the respective Research Committees. Projects are also
monitored through presentation by PI in monitoring sessions.Ten
copies of the Project Completion Report (PCR) are required to be
submitted. The PCR is evaluated by experts identified by Research
Committees. Where necessary, patenting of the results, is taken care
of by CSIR.
II.2 Sponsored Schemes
Objective(s):
The Directors of CSIR laboratories
may invite applications for research grants in specific areas of
interest to their respective laboratories. They will forward these to
the CSIR HRD Group. The scheme enables the CSIR laboratories to
interact with university system, so that the CSIR laboratory can take
the help of the faculty there to undertake part of the work of its
core programme, for which it either does not have the time and or
expertise.
Who can submit a proposal
Professors/Scientists and other experts in regular employment in
Universities, IITs, Post Graduate Institutions, Colleges, recognized
R&D laboratories etc.
When and how to submit a
proposal
The proposal in the prescribed format can be
submitted any time during the year.
Areas of
research support
Science and Technology including
agriculture, engineering and medicine.
Components
of grant
Fellowships, contingencies & equipment.
Items not allowed out of grant
International
travel, furniture/office equipment.
Mechanism of
Implementation & monitoring
The Governing Body of CSIR
is the Apex Body to consider the research proposals. The proposals
received by CSIR are sent to a number of referees and the concerned
CSIR laboratories for evaluation and comments. These are further
evaluated by the respective research committees. A number of
discipline-wise research committees have been constituted by CSIR for
this purpose. The research committees submit the proposal with its
recommendation to the Governing Body for taking a final decision on
the project. The research committees usually meet twice in a year.
II.3 Emeritus Scientist Scheme
Objective(s)
To provide support to superannuated
outstanding scientists to pursue research in their respective field
of specialization and having relevance to the programmes of CSIR.
Who can submit a proposal
A scientist who has been
actively engaged in scientific research during the preceding five
years of superannuation.
When and how to submit a
proposal
The proposal in the prescribed format can be
submitted any time during the year.
Areas of
research support
Science and Technology including
agriculture, engineering and medicine.
Components
of grant
Scientist allowance, fellowship and contingency.
Items not allowed out of grant
Furniture/Office
equipment.
Mechanism of implementation and
monitoring
The proposals received by CSIR are sent to a
number of referees and the concerned CS1R laboratories for evaluation
and comments. These are further considered by the Standing Committee
constituted for this purpose. The Standing Committee usually meets
twice in a year. The PI is required to submit annually, comprehensive
report on prescribed proforma to the Standing Committee for renewal
of the project for the next year. The detailed progress report is
reviewed twice, once after about two and half years to decide on
extension beyond initial three years and finally before termination.
Ten copies of the PCR are required to be submitted.
II.4 Research Fellowships/Associateships
Objective(s)
Junior Research Fellowships (JRF)
provides opportunities to bright young men and women through an all
India examination, for research and training under experienced
researchers/investigators of repute in the various fields of science.
The selected research
scholars are appointed initially as
Junior Research Fellows for a period of two years and subject to
satisfactory performance on assessment at the end of this period,
they can be given higher stipend for the remaining period in the form
of Senior Research Fellowship.
The Council has also a Scheme
for the award of Senior Research Fellowship [SRF/Associateship (RA)]
to encourage young research workers having good quality published
work to their credit to pursue research work in science, engineering,
technology,
and medicine on specific research programmes.
Who are eligible to apply
JRF - Candidate upto the
age of 28 years with qualification M.Sc with 55% marks. Candidate
upto the age of 28 years with qualification BE/B.Tech/B.Arch/
B.Pharm/ ME/M.Tech (last semester) with valid GATE score.SRF -
Candidate upto the age of 32 years with qualification M.Sc/BE/B.Tech
or equivalent with 60% marks and with at least two years research
experience or with qualification M.Pharma/M.VSc with one year
experience; or MBBS/BDS with one year internship; or B.Pharma/B.VSc
with 3 years experience or ME/M.Tech or equivalent degree.SRF-(Ext)
Candidate upto the age of 33 years who has submitted his Ph.D thesis
but degree is yet to be awarded.RA- Ph.D/MD/MS/MDS or equivalent or
M.V.Sc/M.Pharma/M.E./M.Tech with three years research experience. Age
limit 35 years.Age in all cases relaxable by five years for SC/ST,
OBC. Women and physically handicapped candidates.
When and how to submit a proposal
The application in the
prescribed format can be submitted against advertisement.
Areas of research support
Science and Technology including
agriculture, engineering and medicine.
Components
of grant
Fellowships and contingencies.
Items not allowed out of grant
International travel,
furniture, stationery.
Mechanism of implementation
and monitoring
The selection for award of JRF is made on the
basis of a competitive written test called National Eligibility Test
(NET) organized jointly by CSIR and UGC. NET qualified candidates are
awarded fellowships.Selection of SRF/RA is made through assessment of
academic record and published/project work by discipline wise Experts
Committees. JRF/SRF/RA are required to submit annual progress report
and the progress of work are assessed by the Expert/Assessment
Committee.PCR is to be submitted in the prescribed proforma on
completion/termination of fellowships.
Shyama
Prasad Mukherjee Fellowship
Objective(s):
The objective of the SPM fellowship is to nurture budding
scientific talent towards pursuit of scientific research.
Who can submit a proposal
The scheme is open to top 20 per
cent CS1R/UGC JRF, NET Scholars along with top 100 GATE qualified
candidates with percentile 99 and above.
When and
how to submit a proposal
Once a year examination on 2"
Sunday of July every year.
Areas of research support
Basic sciences (5 fellowships each in Life Sciences, Chemical
Sciences, Earth Sciences, Physical Sciences & Mathematical
Sciences).
Components of grant
Fellowships and contingencies.
Items not allowed
out of grant
International travel, Furniture, stationery.
Mechanism of Implementation and monitoring
The scheme is open to top 20% CSIR-UGC JRF-NET scholars and top 100
GATE qualified candidates with percentile 99 and above, who have to
qualify a specially designed written test followed by an interview.
Senior Research Associateship
Through
this scheme, highly qualified Indian scientists, engineers,
technologists and medical personnel returning from foreign countries,
who are not holding any employment in India are provided temporary
placement. Person who have not been abroad and possess outstanding
academic record and have not been able to secure regular employment
are also eligible.
Who can submit a proposal
Ph.D, M.Tech, MD/MS with two years research/teaching experience and
publication(s).
When and how to submit a proposal
The application in the prescribed format can be submitted any time of
the year.
Areas of research support
Science and Technology including agriculture, engineering and
medicine.
Components of grant
Fellowship
and allowances.
Items not allowed out of grant
International travel, furniture, stationery.
Mechanism of implementation and monitoring
These
appointments are for a period three years only. Selections are made
by a Special Recruitment Board constituted for this purpose, on the
basis of documents submitted and personal interview.SRA are required
to submit annual progress report and the progress of work are
assessed by the Expert/Assessment Committees.PCR is to be submitted
in the prescribed proforma on completion/termination of fellowship.
Recognition of Excellence Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar Prize
Over the years, SSB Prize has become the most coveted National
recognition for scientists and engineers. The Prize is given to
outstanding scientists in seven disciplines of science and
technology. It is open to any Indian citizen below 45 years of age
with
proven R&D track record of achieving excellence in
S&T.
CSIR Young Scientist Award
This
award is meant for CSIR scientists below the age of 35 years for
outstanding work done in the country. The YSA is given in five
disciplines of science & technology.
II.5
Other Science and Technology Promotion Programmes
1) CSIR Programme on Youth Leadership in Science
The CPYLS
is a unique 'hand holding' programme for school children at secondary
level. The objective of the scheme is to attract the meritorious
young school children towards science. The top 100 science students
of CBSE, ICSE and State Boards in Class X examination are contacted
by the CSIR laboratories. A traveling allowance to visit the CSIR
laboratory and facilities to carry out project work;at the CSIR
laboratory is provided. This scheme is tenable till graduation.
2) CSIR Diamond Jubilee Research Interns Award Scheme
The CSIR Diamond Jubilee Research Interns Awards Scheme is a
preparative scheme through which young interns are being trained for
two years in the tools and techniques of research under supervision
of experienced CSIR scientists. A student who is a 1st Class
BE/B.Tech/B.Arch/B.Pharma/M.Sc/MBBS is eligible. The age limit is 25
years.Applications to be made against advertisement of the concerned
CSIR laboratory.
3) Visiting Associateship Scheme
The scheme enables guest scientists from outside CSIR laboratories to
make use of advanced R&D facilities available in the CSIR setup.
Under this programme the scientist is provided to and fro traveling
expenses and daily allowance at CSIR rates for a period of maximum 60
days for two visits in a year. The associateship is tenable for 3
years.Selection is made on the basis of recommendation of the
Director of the concerned CSIR laboratory.
4)
Partial Financial Assistance for holding National/International
Conferences/Symposium/Seminar/Workshops in India
The CSIR
has a scheme for providing partial financial assistance to scientific
Societies/Institutions/University departments for organizing
National/International Conferences/ Symposia/ Seminars/ Workshops
etc., in India. The applications, on prescribed format, should be
submitted to HRDG/CSIR preferably at least three months before the
event. Bonafide Indian registered Scientific Societies/Associations
of scientists & engineers and Academic Institutions are eligible
to apply for financial assistance. An expert Committee, constituted
for the purpose by DG, CSIR, examines each proposal and recommends
quantum of grant for each event.
5) Partial Travel
Grants to Research Scholars
The HRDG, CSIR has a scheme of
providing partial foreign travel grants to research scholars (not in
regular employment), whose papers are accepted for oral or poster
presentation at the International Conference abroad on
recommendations of the Expert Committee. For this HRDG, CSIR receives
applications on prescribed format at least three months before the
event.
6) Entrepreneurship Support to Research
Scholars
This programme is for Research Scholars working in
CSIR laboratories. The objective of this programmeis to broad base
the perspective of the research scholars so that they can make
linkages of theirscientific and technical knowledge to the buoyant
world of business and industry.
7) Faculty
Training Programme and Adoption of Schools and Colleges by CSIR
Laboratories
The objective of this scheme is to refurbish
and enlarge upon the knowledge and skill base of science teachers
from selected school and colleges in emerging areas so as to raise
the level of the quality of science education in the country by
providing facilities to students to do project work in CSIR
laboratories and also by periodically conducting special lectures by
experts on the topics of current interest.
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Contact Address: The Head Human Resource Development Group
Council of Scientific and Industrial Research CSIR Complex Library
Avenue, Pusa New Delhi- 110012 Tel. Nos: (011) 25748632, 25721585
Fax. No: (011) 25840887, 25860595
E-mail:
csirex@nda.vsnl.net.in Website: http://csirhrdg.res.in
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