About this education 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.
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.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | Women Scientist Scheme-A (WOS-A) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Ministry Of Science And Technology |
| Launch year | 2002 |
| Benefit type | Cash (money paid to your bank account) |
| Category | Education |
| Level / State | Central · All India |
| Official portal | online-wosa.gov.in (link at the end of this page) |
Key facts
| Scheme type | Central Sector Scheme |
|---|---|
| Scheme for | Individual |
| Application mode | Online |
| Last date | Not given in the official listing |
| DBT (direct bank transfer) | Yes |
| Age | 27 to 57 years |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤Female
- 🎂Age 27 to 57 years
- 📝Online
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
- Rs. 55,000/- pm (and HRA as applicable) for Ph.D. or equivalent (total project cost not exceeding Rs. 30 lakh)
- Rs. 40,000/- pm (and HRA as applicable) for M.Phil./MTech or equivalent (total project cost not exceeding Rs. 25 lakh)
- Rs. 31,000/- pm (and HRA as applicable) for M.Sc. or equivalent (total project cost not exceeding Rs. 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.
Who qualifies
- 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.
Who is not eligible
Women in permanent position are not eligible to apply.
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Registration walkthrough
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.
Important dates
| Launch / start | 01 Jan 2002 |
|---|
Frequently asked questions
Is there a validity to the scheme benefits?
The benefits are provided for a period of maximum three years.
Are contingencies covered under the research grant?
This grant will cover the fellowship of the applicant and cost of small equipments, contingencies, travel, consumables, etc.
What would be the mode of payment of the scholarship?
The payment of the scholarship will be through DBT.
Are temporary/contractual assignments considered as break?
Yes, all temporary/contractual assignments in academics and research are considered as break.
Will I be eligible for the scholarship if I fail to get promoted to the next semester?
No. The scholarship will be terminated in that case.
Can I apply offline for the scholarship?
No. You need to visit https://online-wosa.gov.in/wosa/ to apply.
Is there any application fee?
No. The entire application process is completely free of cost.
Which scientific disciplines are covered under this grant?
i) Physical & Mathematical Sciences (PMS),
ii) Chemical Sciences (CS),
iii) Life Sciences (LS),
iv) Earth & Atmospheric Sciences (EAS), and
v) Engineering Technology (ET)
Is it possible to pursue PhD along with a WOS-A project?
Yes, the beneficiary is allowed to do so.
I am 24 years in age. Can I apply for the scheme?
Women scientists, less than 27 years of age are not eligible.
Do I need to complete the application in one sitting?
No. You can save the application as draft and continue at a later time before the deadline.
What should be the type and size of the documents to be uploaded?
The format should be.pdf. The size of each document should not be greater than 2MB.
How do I know if a field in the application form is mandatory?
The mandatory fields have a red asterisk (*) mark at the end.
I have a query regarding the application process. Whom should I contact regarding the same?
Please contact Dr. Vandana Singh for any query about WOS-A at vandana.singh@nic.in You may also call at 011-26590675 or 011-26590273 during 11am - 1pm in weekdays.
Submit your application yourself on the official portal; it costs nothing. Treat anyone demanding money to "get you approved" as a scam.
- Guidelines www.indiascienceandtechnology.gov.in
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