Partial Travel Support Scheme
Category: Science, IT & Communications
Level: State | State: Himachal Pradesh

Details:
The Himachal Pradesh Council for Science, Technology & Environment (HIMCOSTE), has a scheme for providing partial travel assistance to deserving bright young Scientists and Research Scholars working in an academic or research institution located in Himachal Pradesh for participating in a National/ and International Conference/ Seminar/ Symposium/ Workshop held within India or abroad. 
The scheme does not provide assistance towards lodging, boarding, maintenance, registration fees, taxi fare and other costs

Benefits:
Partial Coverage: The scheme provides support for a portion of the total travel expenses incurred by the beneficiaries.
Financial Assistance: For international travel, the scheme offers support up to a maximum of Rs. 60,000/- or 60% of the total travel expenses, whichever is lower. This financial assistance helps offset a significant portion of the travel costs for international trips.
In-Country Travel Support: For travel within the country, the scheme provides a maximum support of Rs. 10,000/- or 60% of the total travel expenses, whichever is lower. This assistance helps beneficiaries cover a portion of their travel costs within the country.
Flexibility: The scheme allows beneficiaries to utilize the financial support as per their travel requirements, be it international or in-country travel.
State Council Support: The State Council is responsible for providing the specified travel support under this scheme, ensuring that beneficiaries receive the designated financial assistance.

Eligibility Criteria:
1. Educational Qualification: The applicant should have passed at least M.Sc./B.E./B.Tech/MBBS or an equivalent degree from a recognized University/Institute.
1. Age Limit: The applicant's age should not exceed 40 years on the date of commencement of the Conference/Seminar/Symposium/Workshop.
1. Paper Acceptance: The applicant's paper should have been accepted for presentation. The application must include a copy of the full paper, an abstract, the schedule of the conference, and an acceptance letter from the organizer.
1. Previous Travel Support: Scientists and Research Scholars who have not received travel support under PATSS in the previous three years are eligible for consideration.
1. International Reputation: The Conference/Seminar/Symposium/Workshop should have an international character and repute. Applications to attend annual meetings of professional societies will not be considered.
1. Publication Requirement: Scientists and Research Scholars must have published at least one paper in a refereed journal to be eligible for consideration.
1. Forwarding of Application: The application, along with all necessary documents, should be forwarded through the proper channel from the Head of the Institution.
1. Application Deadline: Complete applications should reach the office one month before the event takes place.
1. Research Paper Reprint: The Scientist/Research scholar sanctioned travel grant under the scheme is required to provide one reprint of the research paper presented at the Conference/Seminar/Symposium/Workshop after its publication.
1. Notification of Selection: The applicants recommended by the Committee/Experts will be informed of their selection via email or post, using the email ID provided by the candidate.