Eligible institutions
Faculty of Government, Government-aided and self-financing institutions including Engineering, Medical, Polytechnic, Arts and Science institutions.
Research Funding Assistance
Financial assistance for innovative disability studies research
CeDS supports research proposals that address practical challenges faced by differently abled persons and strengthen inclusive participation.
Application Status
Funding applications are closed now
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Research Programme
Financial assistance for disability studies research
CeDS provides financial assistance for innovative research in disability studies. The programme is intended to support work that can improve learning, accessibility, rehabilitation support, assistive practices and quality of life for differently abled persons.
Eligibility
Who can apply
Professional and PG students
Students of Engineering and Professional Colleges, and PG students in Government and Government-aided colleges.
Qualified applicants
Qualified persons with ≥40% disability may apply through faculty of eligible institutions.
Funding Limits
Maximum financial assistance
Students
Up to ₹50,000/-
Faculty Members
Up to ₹4,00,000/-
Process
Review and approval
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Proposals are scrutinized by the Research Advisory Committee, with funding given to address challenges faced by differently abled persons.