Partial Travel Support Scheme
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Overview
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 state
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
Exclusions
• Lodging and Boarding: The scheme does not provide assistance for expenses related to lodging and boarding during the conference, seminar, symposium, workshop, or any other event.
• Maintenance: The scheme does not cover maintenance expenses, which include costs for meals, daily allowances, or any other personal expenses incurred during the travel period.
• Registration Fees: The scheme does not provide financial assistance for registration fees associated with the conference, seminar, symposium, workshop, or any other event. The participants are responsible for covering these fees themselves.
• Taxi Fare: The scheme excludes assistance for taxi fares or any other transportation costs incurred during the travel, including local transportation at the destination or airport transfers.
• Other Costs: The scheme does not cover miscellaneous costs that may arise during the travel, such as visa fees, travel insurance, printing of conference materials, or any other expenses not directly related to the travel itself.
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.
2. Age Limit: The applicant's age should not exceed 40 years on the date of commencement of the Conference/Seminar/Symposium/Workshop.
3. 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.
4. Previous Travel Support: Scientists and Research Scholars who have not received travel support under PATSS in the previous three years are eligible for consideration.
5. 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.
6. Publication Requirement: Scientists and Research Scholars must have published at least one paper in a refereed journal to be eligible for consideration.
7. Forwarding of Application: The application, along with all necessary documents, should be forwarded through the proper channel from the Head of the Institution.
8. Application Deadline: Complete applications should reach the office one month before the event takes place.
9. 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.
10. 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.
Application Process
Step 1: Obtain and Fill Application Form: Obtain the application form for the PATSS scheme. Complete the application form and provide your bio-data as required.
Attach Essential Documents: Ensure that the following essential documents are properly attache…
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Obtain and Fill Application Form: Obtain the application form for the PATSS scheme. Complete the application form and provide your bio-data as required.
Attach Essential Documents: Ensure that the following essential documents are properly attached and tagged with the application:
One copy of the completed application form and bio-data.
Degree certificate (proof of eligibility).
Date of birth certificate.
Copy of the letter from another national or international agency committing to bear partial travel costs.
Detailed letter of invitation from the conference organizers.
Abstract of the paper you will be presenting at the conference.
Certificate from the concerned airline indicating the cost of return airfare by economy class via the shortest route
3. Check for Completeness: Double-check that all the necessary documents mentioned above are properly attached to the application. Incomplete applications will not be entertained.
4. Submit the Application: Send the completed application, along with the required enclosures, to the Himachal Pradesh Council for Science, Technology & Environment (HIMCOSTE) at least one month prior to the commencement of the conference. The application must be forwarded by the Head of the Institution.
5. Selection Process: The HIMCOSTE will review the applications and communicate the decision about one week before the conference's commencement. No interim correspondence will be entertained.
6. Commitment Letter and Reimbursement: If selected, the HIMCOSTE will issue a commitment letter agreeing to provide the support. The committed amount will be reimbursed to the scientist upon their return to India after participating in the conference. The scientist must submit a detailed report, a copy of the air ticket, etc., within two months from the conference's date.
Required Documents
• One copy of completed application form and bio-data.
• Degree certificate (Eligibility)
• Date of birth certificate.
• A copy of letter from other national or international agency committing to bear partial cost of travel.
• Detailed letter of Invitation from organizers.
• Abstract of the paper to be presented by the applicant at the conference.
• A certificate from concerned airlines indicating cost of return air fare by economy class by shortest route.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who is eligible to apply for the PATSS scheme?
A: Scientists and Research Scholars working in an academic or research institution located in Himachal Pradesh, who have passed at least M.Sc./B.E./B.Tech/MBBS or equivalent degree from a recognized University/Institute, are eligible to apply.
Q: What is the maximum age limit to be considered for travel assistance?
A: The applicant's age should not be above 40 years on the date of commencement of the Conference/Seminar/Symposium/Workshop.
Q: Is it mandatory for the paper to be accepted for presentation?
A: Yes, the applicant's paper should have been accepted for presentation. A copy of the full paper, along with an abstract, schedule of the conference, and acceptance letter from the organizer, must be appended with the application.
Q: Can scientists and research scholars who have previously received travel support under PATSS apply again?
A: No, scientists and research scholars who have received travel support under PATSS in the previous three years are not eligible for consideration.
Q: Are applications to attend annual meetings of professional societies considered under this scheme?
A: No, applications to attend annual meetings of professional societies will not be considered. The Conference/Seminar/Symposium/Workshop should be of an international character and repute.
Q: Is publication in a refereed journal necessary to be considered for travel assistance?
A: Yes, scientists and research scholars who have not published at least one paper in a refereed journal would not be considered.
Q: What is the procedure for forwarding the application?
A: The application, along with all necessary documents, should be forwarded through the proper channel from the Head of the Institution.
Q: What is the deadline for submitting the application?
A: Applications complete in all respects should reach the office mandatorily one month before the event.
Q: What is the requirement for the research paper presented at the conference?
A: The scientist/research scholar sanctioned travel grant under the scheme is required to provide one reprint of the research paper presented at the conference after its publication.
Eligibility Criteria
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.
Age Limit: The applicant's age should not exceed 40 years on the date of commencement of the Conference/Seminar/Symposium/Workshop.
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.
Previous Travel Support: Scientists and Research Scholars who have not received travel support under PATSS in the previous three years are eligible for consideration.
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.
Publication Requirement: Scientists and Research Scholars must have published at least one paper in a refereed journal to be eligible for consideration.
Forwarding of Application: The application, along with all necessary documents, should be forwarded through the proper channel from the Head of the Institution.
Application Deadline: Complete applications should reach the office one month before the event takes place.
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.
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.
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.
Required Documents
| # | Document |
|---|---|
| 1 | One copy of completed application form and bio-data. |
| 2 | Degree certificate (Eligibility) |
| 3 | Date of birth certificate. |
| 4 | A copy of letter from other national or international agency committing to bear partial cost of travel. |
| 5 | Detailed letter of Invitation from organizers. |
| 6 | Abstract of the paper to be presented by the applicant at the conference. |
| 7 | A certificate from concerned airlines indicating cost of return air fare by economy class by shortest route. |
How to Apply
Obtain and Fill Application Form: Obtain the application form for the PATSS scheme. Complete the application form and provide your bio-data as required. Attach Essential Documents: Ensure that the following essential documents are properly attache…
Offline Obtain and Fill Application Form: Obtain the application form for the PATSS scheme. Complete the application form and provide your bio-data as required. Attach Essential Documents: Ensure that the following essential documents are properly attached and tagged with the application: One copy of the completed application form and bio-data. Degree certificate (proof of eligibility). Date of birth certificate. Copy of the letter from another national or international agency committing to bear partial travel costs. Detailed letter of invitation from the conference organizers. Abstract of the paper you will be presenting at the conference. Certificate from the concerned airline indicating the cost of return airfare by economy class via the shortest route 3. Check for Completeness: Double-check that all the necessary documents mentioned above are properly attached to the application. Incomplete applications will not be entertained. 4. Submit the Application: Send the completed application, along with the required enclosures, to the Himachal Pradesh Council for Science, Technology & Environment (HIMCOSTE) at least one month prior to the commencement of the conference. The application must be forwarded by the Head of the Institution. 5. Selection Process: The HIMCOSTE will review the applications and communicate the decision about one week before the conference's commencement. No interim correspondence will be entertained. 6. Commitment Letter and Reimbursement: If selected, the HIMCOSTE will issue a commitment letter agreeing to provide the support. The committed amount will be reimbursed to the scientist upon their return to India after participating in the conference. The scientist must submit a detailed report, a copy of the air ticket, etc., within two months from the conference's date.
Frequently Asked Questions
Scientists and Research Scholars working in an academic or research institution located in Himachal Pradesh, who have passed at least M.Sc./B.E./B.Tech/MBBS or equivalent degree from a recognized University/Institute, are eligible to apply.