| The Expert Committees constituted by the University
Grants Commission for various subjects in Humanities, Social Sciences, Languages
and Sciences including Engineering and Technology, Pharmacy, Medical and
Agricultural Sciences, had interface meetings during 24 -27th February,
2003, with the teachers to evaluate their research proposals. In all, 1195
research proposals were |
considered and 650 proposals were approved
for financial assistance during the first year of the 10th Plan (2002-2003).
A total allocation of Rs.25.91 crores was made, out of which Rs.14.61 crores
have already been released as first installment. The assistance is provided
towards Books and Journals, Equipment, Research Personnel, Travel and Field
work, Chemicals, Hiring Technical Services, Contingency or any other special
needs. In its endeavour to promote |
esearch, the UGC provides financial assistance
to permanent/regular, working/retired teachers in the Universities and Colleges
(under section 2(f) and 12(B) of the UGC Act, 1956) to enable them to take
up research work on intensive and in-depth studies in specific subject areas.
The proposals can be submitted any time during the year. The proposals are
considered at least once a year. |
