Programmes & Schemes

Scheme for Young Scientists and Technologists (SYST)

Scheme for Young Scientists and Technologists (SYST) objective is to encourage young scientists to identify social challenges and provide S&T based solutions using lab-to-land approach. The scheme was revamped, rejuvenated and reenergized in 2014, to inspire young S&T professionals to present ideas of social relevance

Programme Type: Research and Development

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

Focus Area: Science and Technology

Target Audience: Young Scientists and Technologists

Funding Agency: Department of Science & Technology (DST), Govt. of India

Eligibility: M.Sc./PhD in any stream of Science and Technology and age 35 years. Relaxation of 5 years for Women and Differently-abled (Divyangjan) applicants and those belonging to SC/ST/OBC category.

Purpose: Innovations, Research

Funding Cycle: Annually

Application Method: Offline

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