| DST-IUSSTF |
Indo-U.S. Fellowship for Women in STEMM (Women Overseas Fellowship) |
Ph.D. degree in Basic Sciences, Engineering or Technology including Agricultural and Medical Sciences and holding a regular position at any recognized academic institution, R&D institute, university, or college in India. Age limit: 27–45 years. |
To be announced |
3–6 months |
| SERB |
Promoting Opportunities for Women in Exploratory (POWER) Research Grant |
Indian women citizens with a regular academic or research position in a recognized academic institution, national laboratory, or R&D institution in India. |
March 31, 2026 |
3 years |
| SERB |
Promoting Opportunities for Women in Exploratory (POWER) Fellowship |
Outstanding women researchers and innovators working in Indian academic institutions and R&D laboratories. Age limit: 35–55 years. |
Open throughout the year |
3 years (Rolling programme) |
| SERB |
POWER Translational Grant |
Women PIs who hold or have applied for a patent/IP from a SERB-supported project. Applicants must hold a regular academic/research position. PI and Co-Investigators must hold Ph.D. in Science/Engineering or equivalent medical degree. |
To be announced |
2 years (no extension) |
| SERB |
SERB Women Excellence Award |
Only for women scientists recognized by one or more national academies. Age limit: 40 years. |
Mid-April |
3 years |
| DSIR |
Technology Development and Utilization Programme for Women (TDUPW) |
Government or non-government organizations and professional bodies working on development or dissemination of technologies for women with relevant experience. |
Opened throughout the year |
2 years (Rolling programme) |
| DST |
WIDUSHI |
Retiring or retired women scientists and senior women scientists who are not in regular employment. |
Open throughout the year |
5 years |
