Sarkari Yojana

Indo-French Visiting/Mobility Programme for Women in Science

Quick Summary: PROWIS-II funds a two-week Indo-French research visit for women scientists, covering return airfare, accommodation, per diem, local travel, insurance, and visa costs. Applicants must hold a PhD and a tenured/postdoctoral position, with priority given to those lacking prior international exposure.

About Indo-French Visiting/Mobility Programme for Women in Science

The “Indo-French Visiting/Mobility Programme for Women in Science (PROWIS-II)” supports young women scientists from India and France, encouraging them to work with the other country’s scientific community and pursue advanced studies and research at the frontiers of Science & Technology. > Duration of Programme:

The programme lasts two weeks.

Scheme Overview

Government Level

Central Government

Ministry

Ministry Of Science And Technology

Implementing Agency

Indo French Centre For Promotion Of Advanced Research/Centre Franco-Indien Pour La Promotion De La Recherche Avancee

Eligible Entity

Individual

Scheme Details

Eligibility

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for Indo-French Visiting/Mobility Programme for Women in Science, applicants must satisfy the following conditions:

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Women applicants must be Indian or French citizens…

Women applicants must be Indian or French citizens (residing in France) affiliated with a recognized university or research institution in India/France.

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Indian applicants must hold a PhD and a…

Indian applicants must hold a PhD and a sanctioned/tenured post at a scientific/academic institution and be willing to undertake collaborative research at a French institution/university.

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French women applicants must hold a PhD, currently…

French women applicants must hold a PhD, currently be completing a postdoctoral project, and be willing to undertake collaborative research at an Indian institution/university.

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The mobility period must fall within the applicant's…

The mobility period must fall within the applicant's employment tenure at their institution.

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The applicant must not have availed any visiting…

The applicant must not have availed any visiting fellowship in France/India in the last 5 years.

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This fellowship cannot be combined with any other…

This fellowship cannot be combined with any other fellowship at the same time. Note 01: Candidates without prior international exposure get preference. Note 02: CEFIPRA may relax eligibility for particularly promising candidates.

Applicants must meet all of the above conditions to be considered eligible for this scheme.
Benefits

Benefits Provided

Indo-French Visiting/Mobility Programme for Women in Science provides the following benefits to eligible applicants:

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1. Selected candidates receive return economy-class airfare, accommodation and per diem allowances, local travel within India/France, airport transfers, insurance, and visa charges.

Benefit amounts and conditions may vary by category — refer to the official scheme guidelines for exact figures applicable to your case.
Documents Required

Documents Required

Applicants should keep the following documents ready before starting the application:

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Invitation/hosting letter from an Indian/French scientist/researcher/faculty/institution

Invitation/hosting letter from an Indian/French scientist/researcher/faculty/institution.

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A one-page visiting proposal in a STEM or…

A one-page visiting proposal in a STEM or allied S&T area.

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No objection certificate from the employer

No objection certificate from the employer.

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Recent photograph

Recent photograph.

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Passport

Passport.

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Educational certificates

Educational certificates.

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Any other document as required

Any other document as required.

Ensure all documents are valid and, where required, duly attested before submitting your application.

How to Apply

Online Application

Applicants can apply for Indo-French Visiting/Mobility Programme for Women in Science through the online application process outlined below.

Registration

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Open the registration website in your browser using…

Open the registration website in your browser using the link given.

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Once the page loads, click "Register Now" to…

Once the page loads, click "Register Now" to begin creating your account.

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Carefully fill in your basic details — email…

Carefully fill in your basic details — email ID, password, name, date of birth, and mobile number.

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Enter your academic details, research area, and institution…

Enter your academic details, research area, and institution information as required.

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Review all entered details and click "Register" to…

Review all entered details and click "Register" to complete registration. Login

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Open the login page of the website in…

Open the login page of the website in your browser.

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Enter your registered email ID in the username…

Enter your registered email ID in the username field.

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Type your password and fill in the captcha…

Type your password and fill in the captcha shown.

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Click "Login" to access your account, from where…

Click "Login" to access your account, from where you can apply for schemes or track your application status.

Ensure all required documents are ready before starting the application process.

Official Application & Website

Verify the latest eligibility, dates and instructions before applying.

Official Sources & References