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Ministry Of Science And Technology
National Science Chair- Scientific Excellence
Details
Objective:
Advisory Committee:
Number of Positions:
- The maximum number of positions is restricted to thirty (30).
Tenure and Commencement:
- The award will be given initially for a period of 3 years and is extendable for a maximum of another two years, subject to the recommendations of the NSCAC.
- Selected Chairs will have to join within a period of six months from the date of issue of the offer letter.
Benefits
- An amount of ₹1.5 lakhs per month will be given to the awardee as a fellowship.
- The Research Grant in this case will be ₹25 lakhs per annum.
- For overhead expenses, ₹1.0 lakh per annum will be given to the host institution.
Eligibility
Eligibility for nomination:
- The nominee should be an active resident Indian scientist/academician, with an outstanding research track record in any one or more areas of STEM and medicine, particularly during the last five years.
- The nominee must have received recognition for his/her work from national/international scientific bodies such as fellowship in prestigious academies and S&T awards.
- The nominee could be affiliated with an academic institutions/R&D lab or should have consent on the subject from the future host institution.
Assessment Criteria: The assessment criteria for the selection of the awardee will be decided by NSCAC and it will be generally based on the following considerations:
- Outstanding research track record of the nominee and international standing in the field.
- Quality/originality of proposed research plan.
- Ability to mentor young researchers and implement proactive approaches towards the advancement of S&T talent in the country.
Application Process
Nomination Procedure:
- Call for nomination will not be periodic in nature and will be made from time to time subject to vacancies available every year.
- Proposal in the prescribed form will be invited from the current and former Presidents of any of the national science academies (including Engineering, Agriculture, Medicine, etc.), Directors of premier institutes like IISc, Bangalore, IISERs, IITs, NITs, National Laboratories, etc., Vice-Chancellors of Universities as well as members of Scientific Advisory Councils to the Hon’ble PM & Cabinet and members of governing bodies of Science and Engineering Research Board and Secretaries to Govt. of India in Ministries / Departments.
- The proposed nomination duly completed in all respects (including the copy of the research proposal in 5-6 pages providing a broad outline/framework of the intended work), signed, and routed through the Head of the Institution wherein a scientist/technologist intends to work or get associated with, should be submitted online at www.serbonline.in as and when the calls are announced.
Application Procedure:
Selection Procedure:
- The proposals will be examined by the NSCAC to ascertain their merit.
- The recommendations of the Committee will be considered by the SERB to make funding decisions.
Documents Required
- Research Proposal with brief Introduction, Objective, Methodology, Budget, and expected outcome (up to five pages)
- Endorsement Letter by the head of the Host Institute
- Certificate from the Nominee
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the mode to submit my nomination for National Science Chair (NSC) Award?
What are the eligibility criteria for applying under the scheme?
What are the mandatory additional documents required to submit a nomination?
I am >65 years having Indian Nationality working in a foreign country institution as a Professor from past 5 years. Can I apply for this fellowship?
What are the areas covered under NSC Award?
Who will review my nomination?
Who will decide on my nomination?
Will I be notified of the selection?
Can I file a plea against the decision of selection committee for not recommending my nomination?
Can I apply for Mode-I and Mode-II under NSC at the same time, if I fulfil the formal requirements?
What are the most important selection criteria?
How/When can the individual start his NSC Award?
Can I avail or carry on already granted other fellowships with the NSC Award at the same time?
Can I delay the implementation date of the award which is mentioned in the Sanction Order?
Can I join two academic institutions to carry my research at the same time?
Will my host institute receive any additional funds for the costs it incurs in connection with my research stay?
Is the grants received under NSC Award taxable?
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Ministry Of Science And Technology
National Science Chair- Scientific Excellence
Objective:
Advisory Committee:
Number of Positions:
- The maximum number of positions is restricted to thirty (30).
Tenure and Commencement:
- The award will be given initially for a period of 3 years and is extendable for a maximum of another two years, subject to the recommendations of the NSCAC.
- Selected Chairs will have to join within a period of six months from the date of issue of the offer letter.
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