R&DG

Research and Development Grant

The scheme aims to encourage scientific research to address the state’s problems by providing grants and technical support to scientists, researchers, and academic institutions across the state.

State Cash

States / UT: Uttarakhand

Nodal department: Science And Technology

Scheme for: Individual

Scheme profile

DBT (direct benefit transfer): No

Categories: Science, IT & Communications

Sub-categories: Research & Development

Target beneficiaries: Individual

Tags: Research Grant, Scholar, Scientist, Researcher, UCOST, Scientific Research

Details

The scheme “Research and Development” is implemented by the Uttarakhand State Council for Science and Technology (UCOST) under the Science and Technology, Government of Uttarakhand. The scheme aims to encourage scientific research to address the state’s problems by providing grants and technical support to scientists, researchers, and academic institutions across the state.

Benefits

  • - Grants are provided to promote research aimed at addressing various problems in the interest of the state through scientific research
  • Academic scientists from government or private colleges/universities/research institutes/technical institutions, and research scholars across the state are eligible to participate
  • Grants are provided to promote research aimed at addressing various problems in the interest of the state through scientific research.
  • Academic scientists from government or private colleges/universities/research institutes/technical institutions, and research scholars across the state are eligible to participate.

Eligibility

  1. The applicant must be a resident of Uttarakhand.
  2. The applicant must be a scientist/researcher.

Application Process

Offline

After submitting the proposal to the council in the prescribed format, it is presented at a meeting of the Project Evaluation Committee constituted at the council level. Based on the committee’s recommendations, the necessary documents must be forwarded to the proposed institution (university or college) through the President of the institution.

Clarifications

Additional points from the scheme information published on myScheme (not legal advice).

Who can apply for this scheme?
Academic scientists, researchers, and scholars from government or private colleges, universities, research institutes, and technical institutions across Uttarakhand are eligible to participate. <br>
What type of support does the scheme provide?
The scheme provides financial grants, technical guidance, and institutional support to carry out scientific research projects. <br>
How can one submit a research proposal?
Proposals must be submitted to UCOST in the prescribed format. <br>
What happens after submitting the proposal?
After submission, the proposal is presented at a meeting of the Project Evaluation Committee constituted at the council level for review and recommendation. <br>
Who forwards the documents to the proposed institution?
On approval, the necessary documents are forwarded to the proposed institution (university or college) through the President of the institution. <br>
Are private institutions eligible to participate?
Yes, both government and private institutions recognized by the state or central authority can apply. <br>

References

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Documents Required for Government Schemes

Most government schemes require basic documents for verification. While the exact requirements vary, common documents include:

  • Aadhaar Card
  • Income Certificate
  • Caste Certificate (if applicable)
  • Residence Proof
  • Bank Account Details
  • Educational Certificates (for student schemes)

How to Apply for Government Schemes?

The application process for government schemes may be online or offline depending on the scheme. In most cases, you can follow these steps:

  1. Check eligibility criteria
  2. Collect required documents
  3. Fill the application form
  4. Submit the application online or at the relevant office
  5. Track application status