What you get
Emoluments: | - Awardees will receive a consolidated amount of salary per month till project duration. | - In addition, to need based one manpower support. | - There will be a research grant of ₹5,00,000/- per annum that includes consumables, contingencies, travel and minor equipment in order to implement the project. | Duration: | - Total tenure will be maximum five (5) years for this award. | - This award will not be available for renewal after completion of 5 years duration.
Who can apply
Required Paperwork
- Aadhaar Card
- PAN Card
- Income Certificate
- Residence Proof (Domicile)
Common Questions
What is the aim of this Scheme?
The Mobility Scheme is an initiative aimed at providing opportunities to women scientists who face job-related challenges due to relocation.
Who is eligible to apply for the scheme?
Women scientists or academicians holding permanent positions in Government Institutions, R&D Labs, or Universities, who are willing to resign or take long leave to avail the fellowship, are eligible.
What circumstances qualify as reasons for relocation under this scheme?
Qualifying circumstances include relocation due to marriage, transfer of a spouse to another location within the country, attending to ailing parents, or accompanying children studying in a different city.
What is the duration of the fellowship under the Scheme?
The total tenure of the award is a maximum of five years.
What financial support is provided to the awardees?
Awardees receive a consolidated monthly salary for the project duration. Additionally, there is a research grant of [?]5 lakh per annum, which includes provisions for consumables, contingencies, travel, and minor equipment necessary for implementing the project.
Is there support for hiring manpower under this scheme?
Yes, the scheme provides need-based support for hiring one manpower personnel to assist in the research project.
Can the awardee return to their parent organization after the fellowship?
Yes, awardees have the option to return to their parent organization after completing the tenure of the fellowship.
Are there any restrictions on the location of the new workplace?
Yes, the new workplace must be located more than 500 km away from the applicant's current city.
What is the upper age limit for applicants?
Applicants must be under the age of 50 to be eligible for the scheme.
How can one apply for the Mobility Scheme?
Applicants need to prepare a detailed research proposal in their area of expertise. Five copies of the application form, including general information and the research proposal in the prescribed format, should be submitted.
Where can applicants find the application format?
The prescribed application format is available on the Department of Science & Technology's official website.
To whom should the application be sent?
Five copies of the application should be sent to Department of Science & Technology, Technology Bhawan, New Mehrauli Road, New Delhi-110016, by speed post.
Is the scheme applicable to women scientists in private institutions?
No, the scheme is specifically designed for women scientists working in permanent positions in Government Institutions, R&D Labs, or Universities.