Prime Minister Early Career Research Grant

Early career researchers are at the forefront of excellence and innovation, contributing significantly to the nation's advancement in science and technology. ANRF acknowledges that early career researchers are dedicated to doing top-notch research, bringing in fresh perspectives, innovative ideas, and a desire to push the boundaries of knowledge. The early career researchers' dedication will play a major role in advancing ANRF's goals of establishing the nation as a global leader in science and technology and fostering a thriving research ecosystem. ANRF believes that it is its duty to empower and assist early career researchers in their quest for research excellence by giving them a supportive environment that allows them to carry out research efficiently and adaptably. Pursuant to this objective, ANRF is initiating the program, Prime Minister's Early Career Research Grant to assist researchers to initiate their research career in a new institution with a flexible budget and progressive initiatives for ease of doing research.

Last Date:02:12:2026

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International Travel Scheme (ITS)

International Travel Support (ITS) Scheme provides financial assistance to Indian researchers for presenting a research paper in an international scientific event (conference, seminar, workshop etc.) held abroad. In addition, support is also provided to young scientists (age limit below 35 years as on date of start of the event) for attending training programmes, Short-term schools and Workshops. The maximum duration for training programs, schools, and workshops is limited to 21 days. Economy class air-fare by the shortest route, airport-tax and visa fees are provided under the scheme. Registration fee as per actual or Rs. 50,000/- whichever is less will be provided to young scientist (Age< 35 on the date of start of event) in addition to the above support. Applications can be submitted within the window of 60-90 days in advance from the date of start of the event. The system will not accept early or late submission of applications. However, applicant who has already submitted a proposal will not be eligible to apply again within next 90 days from the date of submission of the first application.

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