The Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR) has invited proposals from Indian researchers under “Special call for Collaborative Research Projects on Vision Viksit Bharat 2047”.
Researchers can submit their proposals by visting the ICSSR website, with the application form becoming available on April 22. The deadline for submission is May 31.
Applicants must complete the online application and include the research proposal in the specified format, along with necessary documents. Additionally, hard copies of the application and annexures, endorsed by the respective university/college/institute authorities, must be submitted within 10 days after the online submission deadline.
Projects will run for 8 to 12 months, with the possibility of extension based on performance and relevance.
Compensation and benefits for project staff:
The Project Director has the authority to engage project staff either on a full-time or part-time basis for the duration of the research project.
The monthly remuneration for their employment will be determined by the Project Director within the allocated financial resources and in accordance with ICSSR regulations.
Remuneration, qualifications
Research Associate will receive a monthly salary of Rs 47,000.Qualifications include a postgraduate degree in a social science discipline (minimum 55% marks), along with NET/MPhil/PhD and 2 years of research experience.Research Assistant: Monthly salary of Rs. 37,000. Qualifications require a PhD/MPhil/Postgraduate degree in a social science discipline with a minimum of 55% marks.Field Investigator: Monthly salary of Rs 20,000 (not exceeding 6 months). Qualifications includes a postgraduate degree in a social science discipline with a minimum of 55% marks.
The research themes and sub-themes include:
Economic Prosperity and Sustainability
A. Natural Resource and Regional Development
Sustainable Agriculture PracticesStrategies for Geographical Indications (GIs) PromotionFood Security and NutritionAI in Agriculture and Rural DevelopmentAgritech Advancements in North-East Livelihood Studies
B. Economic Prosperity
Green and Blue EconomyIndia’s Role in Global Trade and FinanceGlobal Service Sector PotentialInfrastructure, Logistics, and Industry 4.0Tourism, Livelihood, and Sustainable DevelopmentSustainable Livelihood and Rural TransformationSustainable Cities and Technology in Manufacturing
Human Resource, Holistic Growth, and Development
A. Inclusive Social Development
Demographic ShiftsWomen Empowerment and EntrepreneurshipYouth Development and Health InitiativesDigital Public Infrastructure and Social SecuritySports Infrastructure and Inclusivity
B. Education and Skilling
Implementation of NEP 2020Employment Generation and Skill DevelopmentIndigenous Knowledge Systems and Cultural EducationResearch, Innovation, and Development
Effective Governance
A. Vishwa Mitra Bharat
India in the Global MarketPeople-to-People ExchangeInnovative PartnershipStrategic PartnershipNational SecurityIndia – Middle East Europe Economic Corridor
B. Law and Governance
Bhartiya Model of Inclusive GovernanceConstitutional, Legislative and Judicial ReformsCourts ManagementDisaster Management and Sustainable Infrastructure DevelopmentUpscaling Local Self GovernmentPolicing Reforms
Research, Innovation and Development
A. Technology and Innovation
Innovations for Social DevelopmentAccess to clean and affordable energyDigital Transformation and Building Resilient Eco-SystemsSolar MissionCyber SecurityWaste to WealthEmpowering Startups Ecosystem
B. Indigenous Technology Innovation and Development
Indian Science and TechnologyIndigenous MedicineIndigenous Innovation