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Are you a woman scientist with a break in your career and passionate about using science and technology to solve real-world problems? The Women Scientist Scheme-B, offered by the Ministry of Science & Technology (MoST), could be your platform to make a difference.

What Is This Scheme?

This scheme provides a research grant to women who wish to contribute to society by developing innovative S&T solutions for pressing challenges. It's designed to help you restart your research career and work on projects that can significantly improve quality of life, especially at the grassroots level.

Who Can Benefit From This Scheme?

This opportunity is for women who have taken a break from their careers and possess the necessary S&T skills. You need to have a clear project proposal that outlines how science and technology can be used to tackle societal issues, demonstrating a direct benefit to the community.

Why This Scheme Is Important

The Women Scientist Scheme-B plays a crucial role in re-engaging talented women scientists with the research ecosystem. It empowers them to apply their expertise to address critical societal needs, fostering innovation and contributing to national development. The scheme not only provides financial support for research but also helps build confidence and re-establish professional networks.

Objective

The Women Scientist Scheme-B by MoST offers research grants to women with a break in their careers, empowering them to address societal issues through science and technology.

Benefits

A Financial assistance up to a maximum of Rs.30,000/- per year per eligible Ex-Servicemen/widow is provided in a financial year.

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Scheme Guidelines

Eligibility Criteria

To be considered for this scheme, you must meet the following criteria:

You must be a woman.
You should be currently unemployed or not in a regular/permanent job.
Your age should be between 27 and 57 years. A relaxation of 5 years is provided for candidates belonging to SC/ST/OBC categories and persons with disabilities.
You must possess at least one of the following minimum qualifications:

A postgraduate degree equivalent to M.Sc. in Basic or Applied Sciences, or a B.Tech., MBBS, or other equivalent professional qualification.
M.Phil, M.Tech, M.Pharm, M.VSc, or equivalent qualifications.
A PhD in Basic or Applied Sciences.

How To Apply

The application process for the Women Scientist Scheme-B is online. You need to visit the official portal to submit your application. Make sure you have all the required documents ready before you start.

Visit the official application website: https://online-wosa.gov.in/wosb/.
Fill in the application form carefully. Mandatory fields are marked with a red asterisk (*).
You can save your application as a draft and complete it later before the deadline.
Upload all the necessary documents in the specified format (.pdf, not more than 2MB each).
Submit the online application.
After submitting online, you must send the hard copy of your application to the department within twenty days from the last date of online submission.

For any queries, you can email: [email protected]

Documents Required

To apply for the Women Scientist Scheme-B, you will need to prepare and upload the following documents:

Project Proposal Document (format available on the source website)
Biodata of the Principal Investigator (PI), signed (format available on the source website)
Mentor’s Biodata, signed
Caste Certificate (if you belong to SC/ST/OBC/PH categories)
Date of Birth Certificate (only 10th class passed certificate is accepted)
Photograph of the PI
Signature of the PI
Copy of your Highest Degree certificate
House Rent Allowance (HRA) details, if applicable (format available on the source website)

Official Sources:

For instructions: http://online-wosa.gov.in/wosb/instructions
For document formats: http://online-wosa.gov.in/wosb/formats

FAQ’s

What is the duration for which the scheme's benefits are provided?

The research grant and fellowship under this scheme are provided for a maximum period of three years.

Can I submit my application through offline means?

No, applications for this scholarship can only be submitted online. You need to visit https://online-wosa.gov.in/wosb/ to apply.

If I do not get promoted to the next academic semester, will my scholarship continue?

No, if you fail to get promoted to the next semester, the scholarship will be terminated.

What are the specific scientific fields covered by this research grant?

The scheme covers a range of areas including Agriculture, Food and Environmental Challenges (AFE); Strengthening Health Care and Nutrition (HN); Energy (ER); Water and Waste Management (WWM); Engineering and IT Solutions to Societal Issues (EIT); and Harnessing Advances in Artificial Intelligence (AI).

Is there any charge to apply for this scholarship?

No, there is no application fee. The entire application process is free of cost.

How will I receive the scholarship amount?

The scholarship amount will be directly transferred to your bank account via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).

Can I pursue my PhD while working on a WOS-B project?

Yes, you are permitted to pursue a PhD concurrently with your project under the WOS-B scheme.

What constitutes the 'Project Cost' under this grant?

The Project Cost includes the fellowship for the Principal Investigator (PI), as well as funds for consumables, travel, contingencies, and minor equipment. It does not include HRA and overhead charges.

I am 24 years old. Am I eligible to apply for this scheme?

No, women scientists who are younger than 27 years are not eligible to apply for this scheme.

If I have a question about the application process, who should I contact?

For any further inquiries regarding the WOS-B scheme, you can send an email to: [email protected]

What are the size and format requirements for uploading documents?

All documents must be uploaded in PDF format (.pdf). The size of each document should not exceed 2MB.

Do I need to complete the entire application form in one go?

No, you can save your application as a draft. This allows you to return and continue filling it out later, as long as it's before the submission deadline.

How can I identify which fields are mandatory in the application form?

Mandatory fields in the application form are clearly indicated by a red asterisk (*) symbol at the end of the field label.

Should I apply as a Principal Investigator (PI) or as a Mentor?

You must apply as the Principal Investigator (PI). A mentor's role is supportive and they are not considered applicants under this scheme.

What is the deadline for submitting the hard copy of my online application?

You need to ensure that the hard copy of your submitted online application reaches the department within twenty days from the final date for online submission. This includes any extended period granted for submissions.