It
has been well recognized that in order to keep
abreast with latest developments in science
& technology, Indian scientists and technologists,
particularly the young scientists should have
opportunities to interact with the international
scientific community and get first hand information
of the developments taking place at the international
level. The “Better Opportunities for Young
Scientists in Chosen Areas
of Science & Technology (BOYSCAST)”
programme of the Department of Science &
Technology provides opportunities to the young
Indian scientists/technologists who hold regular
positions in recognized science & technology
institutes in India for visiting international
institutions to enable them to interact with
scientists/technologists abroad, get exposure
to latest research techniques, participate and
contribute to the latest developments in specially
chosen areas of science & technology. Under
the BOYSCAST programme, fellowships of three
to twelve months duration are provided every
year to the selected young Indian scientists/technologists
for conducting advanced research/undergoing
specialized training in overseas research laboratories/institutes
in chosen frontline areas of science & technology.
It is envisaged that the expertise gained by
these young scientists/technologists during
the Fellowship period will lead to initiation/strengthening
of the national programmes in these areas as
well as further generation and spread of expertise
at the national institutes.
Applications are invited from Indian nationals
for the award of BOYSCAST Fellowship every year.
Eligibility:
(i) Academic Qualifications: Master’s
Degree in Engineering, Technology or equivalent
or Ph.D. in Science or Technology or equivalent
or M.D. Degree in Medicine or equivalent. (ii)
Age: Upto 35 years. The applicants belonging
to SC/ST/OBC and women candidates may be allowed
relaxation in the age limit upto 5 years. (iii)
Employment: A regular position in a recognized
S&T institution/university/college. (iv)
Place of work: The fellow should be accepted
by a foreign scientific/technological institution,
which is internationally recognized as an outstanding
institution where major work in the identified
area is in progress.
Click
here for the detailed Eligibility criteria.
Click
here for the Guidelines governing the programme.
Click
here for the Advertisement/Formats for submission
of application for the year
2005-2006.
Contact:
For
any other information regarding the BOYSCAST
programme, please contact:
Dr.
P.K. Malhotra
Scientist-F
Department of Science & Technology
Technology Bhavan
New Mehrauli Road
New Delhi-110016
Fax: 26963695
Phone: 26567373; 26562133; 26567421/Extn. 457
Email:idpkm@nic.in
