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INSPIRE-SHE
RESEARCHDepartment of Science & Technology (DST), Govt. of India
Shishya has not checked a 2026-27 date for this scheme yet — the usual window is July–Aug, post board results. Confirm the date on the official portal before applying.
Five-year scholarship to draw top board / JEE / NEET performers into pure science research careers. Covers BSc, integrated MSc, and BS-MS programmes at any approved institution.
- Amount
- ₹80,000/year (₹60,000 scholarship + ₹20,000 summer mentorship grant) for 5 years.
- Level
- Undergraduate, Postgraduate
- State
- National (all India)
- Usual window
- Usually July–Aug, post board results
- Minimum marks
- 90%
Apply directly
Shishya does not collect applications. The link below goes straight to Department of Science & Technology (DST), Govt. of India.
Open official portal ↗Awarding body website ↗Eligibility
Top 1% in class 12 boards OR top 10,000 in JEE/NEET ranks. Must enroll in a Natural / Basic Sciences UG/PG programme (BSc/MSc, integrated M.Sc., BS-MS).
Questions
- Who is eligible for INSPIRE-SHE?
- Top 1% in class 12 boards OR top 10,000 in JEE/NEET ranks. Must enroll in a Natural / Basic Sciences UG/PG programme (BSc/MSc, integrated M.Sc., BS-MS). Minimum 90% marks required.
- How much does INSPIRE-SHE pay?
- ₹80,000/year (₹60,000 scholarship + ₹20,000 summer mentorship grant) for 5 years.
- How do I apply for INSPIRE-SHE?
- Apply on the awarding body's official portal: https://online-inspire.gov.in/ — Shishya does not collect applications. Shishya has not checked a 2026-27 date for this scheme yet — the usual window is July–Aug, post board results. Confirm the date on the official portal before applying.
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