Question: Can you explain the WISE Fellowship for Ph.D. program?

Answer: s:The main objective of WISE-PhD is to encourage women

**Eligibility:** Ministry Of Science And TechnologyWISE Fellowship for
Ph.D.FellowshipKIRANPhDWISEWomanDetailsBenefitsEligibilityApplication ProcessDocuments RequiredFrequently Asked
QuestionsThe "WISE Fellowship for Ph.D. (WISE-PhD)" was started by the Department of Science and Technology under â€˜Women in
Science and Engineering-KIRAN (WISE-KIRAN)â€™ Scheme to provide an opportunity to carry out Doctoral research in basic and
applied sciences to women scientists and technologists between the age group of 27-45 years who want to pursue research in STEM
fields as a bench-level scientist.Vision:WISE-PhD provides an opportunity for women to pursue higher education, i.e., a Ph.D. through
an independent project grant.Objectives:The main objective of WISE-PhD is to encourage women scientists to conduct Doctoral research
in science and engineering and to engage them in knowledge dissemination through SSR.Target Group:Women who have Post
Graduation in Basic or Applied Sciences or an equivalent degree and wish to pursue Ph.D. in basic & applied sciences can apply to the
WISE-PhD programme for financial support. Women in regular employment are not eligible for this programme.Scientific
Disciplines:Under WISE-PhD, support is available in 5 scientific disciplines viz. (1) Physical and Mathematical Sciences (2) Chemical
Sciences (3) Life Sciences (4) Earth and Atmospheric Sciences, and (5) Engineering & TechnologyProject Duration:The project is
tenable for a maximum period of five (5) years or till submission of a Ph.D. thesis, whichever is earlier.OkWas this helpful?ShareNews
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