DST INSPIRE Research Exposure Training Programme Registration 2026

Post Date: 07 August 2026|Last Updated: 28 August 2026|By Sarkari Alarm Editorial Team|Latest Jobs

Name Of Post :	DST INSPIRE Research Exposure Training Programme Registration 2026
Organization :	Department of Science and Technology (DST)
Post Date / Update :	07 August 2026\| Update: 28 August 2026
Post Type :	Latest Jobs 2026
Total Post :	N/A
Application Mode :	Online
Notification Status :	Notification Released
Official Website :	online-inspire.gov.in
Short Information :	The Department of Science and Technology (DST) has released the implementation guidelines and registration details for the INSPIRE Research Exposure cum Training Programme for students from North-Eastern States and UTs of Jammu, Kashmir, and Ladakh. Eligible organizations and students can review the guidelines and complete the registration process through the official website.

The Department of Science and Technology (DST) has introduced the INSPIRE Research Exposure cum Training Programme to foster research culture among post-graduate science and technology students from North-Eastern states and the Union Territories of Jammu, Kashmir, and Ladakh. The initiative allows selected institutes to train talented youth in frontier areas of science, technology, and innovation.

Eligible students can be nominated by their respective university Heads of Departments to participate in the programme, which includes financial support, a monthly stipend, and hands-on experience with advanced R&D equipment. Candidates should review the complete guidelines, lead institutes, and eligibility criteria before applying.

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🎓 Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

Students from Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Sikkim, Tripura, Jammu and Kashmir, and Ladakh pursuing post-graduation courses in S&T streams.
Must have appeared for the Post Graduate degree final examination in the current year or passed the post-graduation course in the previous year.

✅ Selection Process

Nomination of students by Heads of Departments (HoDs) in S&T faculties based on academic credentials and research interest.
Submission of proposals by identified institutions in the prescribed format through the online INSPIRE portal.
Review and selection of proposals by the Department of Science and Technology (DST).

📊 Lead Role Playing Organizations and Subject Disciplines

S. No.	Name of Organization/Institute	Subject/Discipline
1	Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research (JNCASR), Bengaluru	Physical Sciences
2	CSIR-Indian Institute of Chemical Technology (IICT), Hyderabad	Chemical Sciences
3	International Advanced Research Centre for Powder Metallurgy and New Materials (ARCI), Hyderabad	Engineering Sciences
4	Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology (SCTIMST), Thiruvananthapuram	Biomedical Sciences
5	CSIR-North East Institute of Science and Technology (NEIST), Jorhat	AI and Machine Learning

📊 Programme Financial Support Details

Item Description	Financial Support Detail
Support per Trainee Participant (Estimated)	Rs. 1 Lakh per trainee participant
Student Stipend	Rs. 5,000 per month
Coverage of Rs. 1 Lakh Grant	Boarding, Lodging, TA/DA, Stipend, Consumables, Contingency, Honorarium, and Overhead Charges
Release of Funds	80 percent released in advance and remaining 20 percent upon completion and report submission

📊 Programme Parameters

Parameter	Detail
Batch Size per Institute	25 Students Maximum
Programme Duration	3 Months Maximum
Nomination Limit	2 to 3 students per S&T department by HoDs

📝 How to Register for DST INSPIRE Research Exposure Programme

Visit the official online INSPIRE portal at online-inspire.gov.in.
Navigate to the registration section for the Research Exposure Training Programme.
Complete the one-time organization or institution registration using the required credentials.
Prepare the proposal along with all mandatory annexures in the DST prescribed format.
Ensure the proposal is duly signed by the Nodal Officer and the Head of the Institute.
Submit the proposal online through the official portal.
Send the hard copy of the submitted proposal and annexures by post to the designated DST division address in New Delhi.

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❓ DST INSPIRE Research Exposure Training Programme Registratio — Important Questions

1. What is the official website for DST INSPIRE Research Exposure Programme registration?

The official website for registration is https://online-inspire.gov.in.

2. Which regions are eligible for the INSPIRE Research Exposure Programme?

Students from the North-Eastern states (Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Sikkim, Tripura) and the Union Territories of Jammu, Kashmir, and Ladakh are eligible.

3. What is the duration of the training programme?

The maximum duration of the training programme is 3 months.

4. What is the maximum number of students allowed in a batch per institute?

A maximum of 25 students are allowed in a batch per institute.

5. What financial support is provided to selected student participants?

Selected students receive a stipend of Rs. 5,000 per month along with travel and logistic expenses for the duration of the training.

6. Who conducts the student selection process?

Heads of Departments (HoDs) in S&T faculties of universities and academic institutions from the respective states and UTs nominate the students.

7. Where should the hard copy of the proposal be sent?

The hard copy should be sent to Dr. Umesh Kumar Sharma, Scientist-F, INSPIRE Division, DST, New Delhi-110016.

8. What are the designated lead institutes for the first phase?

The lead institutes include JNCASR Bengaluru, IICT Hyderabad, ARCI Hyderabad, SCTIMST Thiruvananthapuram, and NEIST Jorhat.

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