Ministry: Ministry of Science and Technology
Scheme:
- The scheme was initiated to recognize and reward Principal Investigators (PIs) of Department of Science and Technology (DST) projects that have performed remarkably well.
- It aims to reward best PIs of completed projects and also motivate ongoing PIs to perform exceedingly well.
- It seeks to effectively improve productivity of research undertaken and overall efficiency of research ecosystem.
- It will be one-time career award devised to specifically cater to younger scientists who have not received any other prestigious awards or fellowships.
- The award carries a fellowship and optional research grant for 3 years, based on peer review of project proposal submitted.