Programmes & Schemes

International Travel Support (ITS)

International Travel Support (ITS) Scheme provides financial assistance to Indian researchers for presenting a research paper in an international scientific event (conference, seminar, workshop etc.) held abroad. In addition, support is also provided to young scientists (age limit below 35 years as on date of start of the event) for attending training programmes, Short-term schools and Workshops.

Programme Type: Human Resource and Development

Ministry / Department: Department of Science & Technology (DST), Govt of India

Focus Area: Science R&D

Target Audience: Researchers and Young scientists

Funding Agency: Science and Engineering Research Board (SERB)

Eligibility: Applicant should be Indian researcher engaged in R&D work in recognized academic institutions or research laboratories in India (Age < 35 Years) or have an invitation for presenting an original scientific paper. The applicant should not have availed financial assistance under this Scheme during the last three years

Purpose: Capacity Building, Research

Duration: 3 Years

Application Method: Online

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