Indian National Science Academy (INSA)-Visiting Fellowship 2012

The Indian National Science Academy was established in January 1935 with the object of promoting science in India and harnessing scientific knowledge for the cause of humanity and national welfare. The foundation of the Academy, earlier known as the National Institute of Sciences of India (NISI), was the outcome of joint endeavours of several organizations and individuals and the Indian Science Congress Association (ISCA) playing a leading role in this regard.

Applications are invited for the following year from Indian citizens for the awards of INSA-Visiting Fellowship for conducting advanced research or undergoing specialized training of Indian Research Institutes/Laboratories.

Details of Awards

These Fellowships will be awarded on a competitive basis to the scientists for furtherance of their research and/or research capabilities for carrying out collaborative research, undergoing training in specific techniques, or utilizing facilities not available in their own institutions. The Fellowship will be for a minimum period of one month to a maximum of 6 months in a laboratory or research institutions of his/her choice within India located in another city, other than his/her own place. Fellowships to be awarded each year will be a maximum of 120 man months per annum.

How To Apply:

Candidates should submit their application (Two Sets) on prescribed application form available in the Academy through proper channel to the Executive Secretary, Indian National Science Academy, Bahadur Shah Zafar Marg, New Delhi – 110002. The decision of the Academy will be communicated during April / May in the following year.

Last date for receipt of application : 15 February 2012

To download  notification and application form click here

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