High Altitude Field Ecology Course 2026
Application Closed | Closed On: 25-Jul-2026
https://www.ncbs.res.in/academic/indica-school-high-altitude-ecology
Event type: Workshops & Training Programmes
Target Group: Scholars, Doctors, PhD, Graduation
National/International: National
Area: Conservation and Sustainable Utilization, Structural Health Monitoring (SHM) & Life Extension
Contact details: indicaschool@ncbs.res.in
Focus:An intensive two-week residential training programme designed to provide advanced theoretical knowledge and hands-on field experience in high-altitude ecosystems. Features comprehensive classroom sessions, practical demonstrations, extensive field exercises (wildlife monitoring, biodiversity assessment, and use of ecological instruments), student-led field projects, proposal development, presentations, and expert feedback sessions. Delivered by a distinguished panel of leading faculty and subject experts from premier institutions across India. Course fees are completely free, with full accommodation and meals covered by the organizers. Limited travel grants are available on a need-basis excl
Ministry/Deptt/Institution:National Centre for Biological Sciences (NCBS) - Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR), Bengaluru, Karnataka jointly with Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Kashmir (SKUAST-K), Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir.
Venue & Location:Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Kashmir (SKUAST-K), Srinagar Campus, with active field training conducted in Dachigam National Park and Gulmarg, Jammu and Kashmir.
Mode:Offline (Residential Field Training and In-Person Exercises)
Start date: 05-Aug-2026
End date: 18-Aug-2026