About this science scheme
'WIDUSHI' programme aims to encourage and support senior women scientists to conduct research in interdisciplinary areas of Science and Technology.
A new programme “Women's Instinct for Developing and Ushering in Scientific Heights & Innovations (WIDUSHI)” is started by the Department of Science and Technology (DST) under its umbrella scheme “Women in Science and Engineering-KIRAN (WISE-KIRAN)” for senior women scientists to harness their knowledge and potential for the betterment of Science and Society. WIDUSHI programme aims to encourage and support senior women scientists to conduct research in interdisciplinary areas of Science and Technology.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | Women’s Instinct for Developing and Ushering in Scientific Heights & Innovation (WIDUSHI) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Ministry Of Science And Technology |
| Department | Department Of Science & Technology |
| Benefit type | Composite (cash plus goods or services) |
| Category | Science |
| Level / State | Central · All India |
| Official portal | dst.gov.in (link at the end of this page) |
Key facts
| Scheme type | Central Sector Scheme |
|---|---|
| Implementing agency | Department Of Science & Technology, Government Of India |
| Scheme for | Individual |
| Application mode | Online |
| Last date | Ongoing (no last date notified) |
| DBT (direct bank transfer) | No |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤Female
- 🎂Age 57 to 62 years
- 📝Online
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
Category A:
- Fellowship (Principal Investigator): Rs. 75,000/- per month
- Research Assistant: 1 position provided
- Research Grant: Rs. 5,00,000 per year
- Institutional Overhead Charges: Rs. 1,00,000/- per annum
Category B:
- Fellowship (Principal Investigator): Rs. 85,000/- per month
- Research Assistant: 1 position provided
- Research Grant: Rs. 5,00,000 per year
- Institutional Overhead Charges: Rs. 1,00,000/- per annum
Who qualifies
Category A: The following are the primary eligibility criteria-
- Employment: Women Scientists who are permanent employees but retiring in a year or already retired/superannuated from government academic/research institutions.
- Age: 57-62 years
- Qualification: Women Scientists having Ph.D. in Basic/Applied Sciences or equivalent degree.
- Research Experience: Minimum 2 R&D projects as Principal Investigator with excellent track record.
- Publications: Minimum 20 research publications with impact factor.
Category B: The following are the primary eligibility criteria-
- Employment: Women who are not permanent employees in any institution but working temporarily and have completed 2 independent research projects as Principal Investigator.
- Age: 45-62 years
- Qualification: Women Scientists having Ph.D. in Basic/Applied Sciences or equivalent degree.
- Research Experience: Minimum 2 R&D projects as Principal Investigator with excellent track record.
- Publications: Minimum 10 research publications with impact factor.
Proposals are invited from senior women scientists in the following scientific disciplines:
- Physical & Mathematical Sciences
- Chemical Sciences
- Life Sciences
- Earth & Atmospheric Sciences
- Engineering & Technology
- S&T-based Societal Research
Co-Investigator (Co-I):
'WIDUSHI' fellow should choose a permanent faculty as Co-I (male/female) of the project for academic and administrative support in project implementation. The service of Co-I has to be due for a period not less than the proposed period of the WIDUSHI project. The Co-I is not eligible for any separate grants under the programme.
Who is not eligible
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Registration walkthrough
Online
Registration Process:
Step 01: The proposal submission is open throughout the year.
Step 02: The proposal format is available at https://dst.gov.in/ and https://onlinedst.gov.in/ under WISE-KIRAN Division.
Step 03: Log on to https://onlinedst.gov.in/ to access the home page of the “DST e-PMS Portal”.
Step 04: Click on “New PI Registration” and fill in the requisite details for New user registration. In the ‘Personal Information’ section, fill- department, Institute, and Institute Address as per the Host Institute identified for the WIDUSHI programme.
Step 05: After logging in, click on the “Submit proposal” option and then “Initiate New Proposal”. Search the programme by Division Name or Call By Programme/Scheme.
Step 06: Select the Programme/Scheme name (WIDUSHI) and then click on “Start Submission”. Select the category and fill in all the information as required in the form.
Step 07: After filling in all the particulars, preview your details before the final submission of the application form by clicking on the “Preview” button. The preview page will display all the facts/ particulars that you have mentioned. If there is something that you wish to update, go back and correct the information, or else proceed with the filled details by clicking on the “Submit” button to finally push data into the server.
Step 08: Candidates are advised to carefully fill and verify the details filled in the online application themselves as no change will be possible/ entertained after clicking the FINAL SUBMIT BUTTON.
Selection Process:
The project proposals received will be screened and the Principal Investigator (PI) of ‘screened-in’ proposals will be called for presentation before Programme Advisory Committee for final recommendation. The final decision of DST will be communicated to the applicants only after obtaining due administrative and financial approvals.
For detailed information:
• Please refer WIDUSHI Guidelines at www.dst.gov.in and online-wosa.gov.in. For further clarification email enquiry-wosdst@gov.in.
Frequently asked questions
What is the “WIDUSHI” programme?
The programme “Women's Instinct for Developing and Ushering in Scientific Heights & Innovations (WIDUSHI)” is started by the Department of Science and Technology (DST) under its umbrella scheme “Women in Science and Engineering-KIRAN (WISE-KIRAN)” for senior women scientists to harness their knowledge and potential for the betterment of Science and Society.
What is the aim of this programme?
WIDUSHI programme aims to encourage and support senior women scientists to conduct research in interdisciplinary areas of Science and Technology.
Which is the implementing agency of this programme?
Department of Science & Technology, Government of India
Who can apply for the Programme?
The following are the primary eligibility criteria-
For Category A: Women Scientists who are permanent employees but retiring in a year or already retired/superannuated from government academic/research institutions.
For Category B: Women who are not permanent employees in any institution but working temporarily and have completed 2 independent research projects as Principal Investigator.
What are the areas covered under this Programme?
1. Physical & Mathematical Sciences
2. Chemical Sciences
3. Life Sciences
4. Earth & Atmospheric Sciences
5. Engineering & Technology
6. S&T based Societal Research
What is the nature of support provided to the selected scientists?
Category A:
The Programme provides fellowship to the Principal Investigator @Rs. 75,000/- per month, One Research Assistant, Research Grant of Rs. 5.0 Lakh per year and Institutional overhead charges @Rs. 1.00 lakh per annum.
Category B:
The Programme provides fellowship to the Principal Investigator @Rs. 85,000/- per month, One Research Assistant, Research Grant of Rs. 5.0 Lakh per year and Institutional overhead charges @Rs. 1.00 lakh per annum.
What is the age criterion to apply under the programme?
For Category A: The age of the applicant should be between 57 to 62 years.
For Category B: The age of the applicant should be between 45 to 62 years.
What shall be tenure of the project?
The maximum duration of the project is 5 years.
What is the last date for receipt of Application?
The online Application portal is open throughout the year for proposal submission.
How to apply under the programme?
The call is open for proposal submission under WISE-KIRAN at ePMS (https://onlinedst.gov.in).
Submit your application yourself on the official portal; it costs nothing. Treat anyone demanding money to "get you approved" as a scam.
- Guidelines dst.gov.in (PDF)
- E-PMS Portal onlinedst.gov.in
tsmpb.in is not affiliated with any government department. Apply only on the official portal and never pay anyone for an application.
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