Scheme for training in Ayurveda research for PG Scholars

The Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences (CCRAS), under Ministry of AYUSH, is an ensemble of 30 tangential institutes. The Scheme for training in Ayurveda research for PG Scholars (PG-STAR) is aimed for Ayurveda Post Graduate Scholars pursuing their MD/MS(Ayu) courses.

CCRAS-PG STAR aims at promoting good quality research in Ayurveda students pursuing post-graduation courses as well as to improve visibility and accessibility of their research work to larger research audience. 

Eligibility

• Ayurveda medical graduates who are admitted to the Post-graduation course i.e. MD/MS (from any NCISM/GoI recognized College/Institute) and who wish to avail CCRAS financial assistance for pursuing their research project. PG-STAR is open to Indian nationals only.
• The applicant should be an Indian citizen.

Benefits to students

• Number of Scholarships: 100 per year 
• Amount of Scholarship- up to Rs 1,00,000/- per scholar . The financial assistance, maximum up to Rs.1,00,000/- would be provided in two instalments. The 1st instalments of 70% of the total sanctioned amount will be released to the selected candidates after receiving a copy of the undertaking. After the completion of the project, the 2nd instalment i.e final remaining 30% will be released.  

How to apply

• Apply online at CCRAS PG-STAR Portal
• The priority areas are Clinical research, Pharmacological research, Pharmaceutical research / Drug Standardization / Techno innovation, Literary Research and Fundamental Research.  
• Eligible Candidates are required to register on CCRAS PG-STAR Portal in the month of June and then submit the application form and proposal online till 30th June every year which will be evaluated by the Council. Results will be announced on 25th July of the registration year and list of selected students will be displayed on the Portal. 

Helpdesk

PG STAR, CCRAS,
61-65, Institutional Area, opp. 'D' Block, Janakpuri, New Delhi – 110058
For Email: pgstar.ayu@ccras.nic.in
 Telephone: 91-011-28525862/28525897/28525852 

Source :CCRAS PG-STAR Portal