INSPIRE Scholarship 2025
INSPIRE Scholarship 2025
The Innovation in Science Pursuit for Inspired Research (INSPIRE) Scholarship, launched by the Department of Science & Technology (DST), Government of India, is a flagship program designed to attract talented young minds towards scientific research. The initiative motivates students to pursue careers in Natural and Basic Sciences by nurturing their passion for innovation and discovery at an early stage. Beyond providing financial aid, INSPIRE builds a strong pool of future scientific leaders who will contribute to India’s growth in Science & Technology and Research & Development.
Documents Required
Applicants submit the following documents:
  • Applicant’s ID Proof
  • Bank Passbook
  • Class XII Marksheet (Mandatory)
  • Class X Marksheet/Certificate (for Date of Birth Proof)
  • Endorsement Certificate (Principal/Director/Registrar signature, Mandatory)
  • Eligibility Note/Advisory Note (if provided by Education Board)
  • Certificate of Rank/Award in JEE/NEET/KVPY/NTSE/JBNSTS/International Olympiad (if applicable)
  • Eligibility Criteria
    Applicants must meet the following criteria:
  • Applicants must be Indian citizens.
  • The scholarship is open to all genders.
  • Candidates must be within the top 1% of Class XII in State/Central Boards and pursuing Natural and Basic Science courses.
  • Students ranked within the top 10,000 in JEE (Main/Advanced) or AIPMT/NEET are eligible if pursuing Natural & Basic Sciences.
  • Meritorious Students with aggregate marks within top 1% of their Class XII examination of any State/ Central Education Board in India are eligible. In addition, the student must be pursuing courses in Natural and Basic Sciences at the B.Sc., B.S., and Int.M.Sc./M.S. level.
    (or)
  • Those students who have secured ranks in the JEE of IIT, AIPMT (within top 10000 ranks), and are presently pursuing Natural and Basic Science courses in India at the B.Sc., B.S., Int. M.Sc./M.S. level.
    (or)
  • Students with aggregate marks within top 1% of their Class XII examination of any State/Central Education Board in India and pursuing Integrated M.S. courses in Natural and Basic Sciences at IISERs, NISER and Department of Atomic Energy Centre for Basic SciencesUniversity of Mumbai and Visva-Bharati, Shanti Niketan.
    (or)
  • Students who have been selected under Kishore Vaigyanik Protsahan Yojana (KVPY) and pursuing Bachelor/Master level courses in Natural Sciences.
    (or)
  • National Talent Search Examination (NTSE) scholars, Jagadish Bose National Science Talent Search (JBNSTS) scholars and International Olympiad.
  • The following subjects under Basic and Natural Sciences are within the scope of INSPIRE Scholarship for pursuing B.Sc./B.S./Int. M.Sc./Int. M.S. courses: Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology, Statistics, Geology, Astrophysics, Astronomy, Electronics, Botany, Zoology, Biochemistry, AnthropologyMicrobiology, Geophysics, Geochemistry, Atmospheric Sciences & Oceanic Sciences.
  • Courses other than these subjects such as Engineering, Medicine, Military Science, Defence Studies, Agriculture, Psychology, Seed Technology, Home Science, Geography, Economics, Education (including B.Sc.-B.Ed. dual degree course), Biotechnology, Computer Science, Computer Applications, Bioinformatics, Instrumentation, Information Technology, Physical Education, courses in Distance Education mode at the Open Universities and other professional courses etc. are NOT supported.
  • Students selected under KVPY, NTSE, JBNSTS, or International Olympiad medallists can also apply.
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    List of Benefits
    As an students, you will receive:
  • 80,000 annual scholarship (5,000 per month for 10 months).
  • Summer mentorship grant of 20,000 per year for research under recognized mentors.
  • Financial support for up to five years from the first year of UG course.
  • Contact Details
    For any queries, reach out ot:
    Tel. No: 0124-6690020,0124-6690021
    Email ID: [email protected]
    How To Apply
    Follow the below steps to apply for the program:
    1. Visit Our Official Website.
    2. Read carefully all the information about the program details.
    3. Click on the "Register" to complete the registration with required details.
    4. After successful registration, Use the received credentials to log into your account.
    5. Once logged in, Click on the "Apply" button.
    6. You will be directed to the application form. Fill in all the required details accurately.
    7. Prepare the necessary documents as specified in the application requirements.
    8. Upload these documents in the designated sections of the application form.
    9. Before submitting, review all the information you have provided.
    10. After that, Click on the "Submit” button to submit your application.
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    80,000

    INSPIRE Scholarship 2025
    SCHOLARSHIP PROVIDER
    This Department of Science and Technology, Govt. of India
    APPLICATION DEADLINE
    31 December
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    The Innovation in Science Pursuit for Inspired Research (INSPIRE) Scholarship, launched by the Department of Science & Technology (DST), Government of India, is a flagship program designed to attract talented young minds towards scientific research. The initiative motivates students to pursue careers in Natural and Basic Sciences by nurturing their passion for innovation and discovery at an early stage. Beyond providing financial aid, INSPIRE builds a strong pool of future scientific leaders who will contribute to India’s growth in Science & Technology and Research & Development.