Women Scientist Scheme-A
A Research Grant by MoST for female candidates to pursue research in frontier areas of science and engineering, preferably those having a break in career (minimum two years) and not having regular employment, to explore possibility of re-entry into the profession.
About the Women Scientist Scheme-A Scheme
A Research Grant by MoST for female candidates to pursue research in frontier areas of science and engineering, preferably those having a break in career (minimum two years) and not having regular employment, to explore possibility of re-entry into the profession. This scheme will provide a research grant for a well-defined project proposal for a period of maximum three years. This grant will cover the fellowship of the applicant and cost of small equipment, contingencies, travel, consumables, etc. Institutional overhead charges will be extra.
The support is available in 5 disciplines under WOS-A namely, i) Physical & Mathematical Sciences (PMS), ii) Chemical Sciences (CS), iii) Life Sciences (LS), iv) Earth & Atmospheric Sciences (EAS), and v) Engineering Technology (ET).
The scheme plays pivotal role in gender mainstreaming as it not only prevents brain drain from S&T system but also train and retain women in the system. The scheme initially offers opportunity to work as bench-level scientists and ultimately open new avenues for permanent position in Science & Technology.
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Benefits
- ₹ 55,000/- pm (and HRA as applicable) for Ph.D. or equivalent (total project cost not exceeding ₹ 30 lakh)
- ₹ 40,000/- pm (and HRA as applicable) for M.Phil./MTech or equivalent (total project cost not exceeding ₹ 25 lakh)
- ₹ 31,000/- pm (and HRA as applicable) for M.Sc. or equivalent (total project cost not exceeding ₹ 20 lakh)
> This grant will cover the fellowship of the applicant and cost of small equipments, contingencies, travel, consumables, etc.
> The benefits are provided for a period of maximum three years.
> The payment of the scholarship will be through DBT.
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Eligibility Criteria
- The applicant must be a FEMALE.
- The applicant must either be unemployed or in a position other than regular/permanent position.
- The age of the applicant must be between 27 and 57 years (5 year relaxation for SC/ST/OBC and physically challenged candidates)
- The applicant must hold either of the following Minimum essential qualification -
- Minimum Post Graduate degree, equivalent to M.Sc. in Basic or Applied Sciences or B.Tech. or MBBS or other equivalent professional qualifications.
- M.Phil/M.Tech/M.Pharm/M.VSc or equivalent qualifications.
- Ph.D. in Basic or Applied Sciences.
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How to Apply for Women Scientist Scheme-A
Application mode: Online
Step 1: Register at the online portal https://online-wosa.gov.in/wosa/ using your active email ID. An auto-generated email will be received with ID and a link to create a password.
Step 2: After logging in to the WOS-A portal, fill and submit full Project Proposal under WOS-A. The Project Proposal Document (PPD) includes online submission and uploading the required documents in the said formats.
Step 3: Before submission, preview your full proposal to make sure that everything is correct and in order. You will not be allowed to edit the contents after submission.
Step 4: You need to click on "Final Submit" button for final submission of the proposal. Your proposal will remain save with your login ID and it may be saved in system and also can be printed.
> There is no need to submit hard copy of proposal to DST.
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Exclusions
Women in permanent position are not eligible to apply.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Women Scientist Scheme-A scheme?
A Research Grant by MoST for female candidates to pursue research in frontier areas of science and engineering, preferably those having a break in career (minimum two years) and not having regular employment, to explore possibility of re-entry into the profession. This scheme wi…
Who is eligible for Women Scientist Scheme-A?
The applicant must be a FEMALE. The applicant must either be unemployed or in a position other than regular/permanent position. The age of the applicant must be between 27 and 57 years (5 year relaxation for SC/ST/OBC and physically challenged candidates) The applicant must hold either of the follo…
What benefits does Women Scientist Scheme-A provide?
₹ 55,000/- pm (and HRA as applicable) for Ph.D. or equivalent (total project cost not exceeding ₹ 30 lakh) ₹ 40,000/- pm (and HRA as applicable) for M.Phil./MTech or equivalent (total project cost not exceeding ₹ 25 lakh) ₹ 31,000/- pm (and HRA as applicable) for M.Sc. or equivalent (total project…
How can I apply for Women Scientist Scheme-A?
Step 1: Register at the online portal https://online-wosa.gov.in/wosa/ using your active email ID. An auto-generated email will be received with ID and a link to create a password. Step 2: After logging in to the WOS-A portal, fill and submit full Project Proposal under WOS-A. The Project Proposal…
Source: official scheme details published on the Government of India's myScheme portal. Always verify eligibility and deadlines on the official portal before applying. Scheme rules can change.
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