Outcome based Research Proposals :
The goal of the research proposals program of the IKS division is to make catalytic grants that help young scientists launch their research, and help established scientists embark on new research directions or approaches related to IKS. We expect to fund Twenty new research proposals that will be funded in this round of proposal solicitation, subject to peer review process. The research projects will be provided a maximum funding support of 25 Lakhs per research project over two years.
| Announcement of Awards | 27th February 2026 |
| Proposals Due by | 30thJanuary 2026 |
| Funding Available | 15th April 2026 |
| Progress Report Due | 1 st July 2026 |
| Mid-Term Review of the Project | 31st August 2026 |
| Annual Progress Report | 29thJanuary 2027 |
| Final Report Due | 31st March 2028 |