Science & Technology for Women Scheme 2744 views

The Department of Science and Technology, Ministry of Science and Technology, Government of India is inviting Science and Technology for Women Scheme. The Scheme was launched in 1980s for endowing women through inputs of S&T to strengthen their position in the society.

Rationale of scheme:

• To support research, development and knowledge generation with respect to various stages of life cycle of women;
• To promote research, development and adaptation of technology to create gainful employment potential of women, reduce their drudgery, improve working conditions in local areas through inputs of S & T;
• To improve the quality of life, look into health and nutrition of women through the application of S & T

Thrust Areas:

• Livelihood Status and Improvement
• Health, Nutrition and Sanitation
• Women Safety and Occupational Hazards
• Women Technology Parks (WTP)

Eligibility:

• Recognized R&D laboratories, Universities and Educational Institutions.
• S&T based voluntary organizations, registered under the Societies Registration Act 1860 or a trust registered under the Indian Trusts Act 1982 or Charitable or Religious Act 1920 or under the corresponding State Act. Such organizations should have NGO darpan portal registration number and details.
• The organization should have been in existence for a minimum of three years after registration.
• The organization should have experience in handling projects having focus on S &T

Applications:

• Apply online in the prescribed format from the State S&T Councils, R&D Organizations, Central & State Universities, their attached institutions and other S&T based NGOs as per the guidelines.