Scheme for Young Scientist & Technologist (SYST) programme of Department of Science and Technology (DST) aims to motivate and nurture young scientist & technologists who have adequate background and training in fields of science and technology and inclined to undertake application oriented socially relevant research projects. Young Scientists are supported for finding affordable and adaptable Science and Technological (S&T) solutions for identified socio-economic challenges and strengthening the livelihood of marginalized communities for sustainable and inclusive development of society.
Call for project proposals are invited in two components* under the following identified thrust areas:
- Technologies in Veterinary Sciences and Animal Husbandry
- Green Technologies: Solutions for underutilized crops/ Vegetables, Sustainable Rural Housing, Textile from Natural fibres and additives, Health and Hygiene for underprivileged
- Renewable Energy: Solutions for Sustainable livelihoods
- Marine Biology: Priority on seaweed and fisheries transformative technologies
- Waste Valorisation: Turning Agro/animal waste into Economic Resources
- Occupational Health and Safety: Reducing Drudgery and Enhancing Worker Welfare
*COMPONENT A: For Employed Young Scientists
*COMPONENT B: Special Call for Unemployed Young Scientists (for SC/ ST category)
The detailed guidelines and format for the submission of Project Proposals may be seen at: https://onlinedst.gov.in/
Last Date and Time for Submission of Online Proposals: 31/03/2025, 11:59 PM
