KVPY (Kishore Vaigyanik Protsahan Yojana) - Discontinued

Full Form

Kishore Vaigyanik Protsahan Yojana

Eligibility

Students enrolled in XI, XII (Science subjects), and 1st year of B.Sc./B.S./B.Stat./B.Math./Int. M.Sc./M.S.

Scope

Fellowship program to encourage students to take up research careers in Basic Sciences. Admission to IISc, IISERs etc. considered KVPY fellows for some channels.

How to Apply

Online via the official KVPY website (kvpy.iisc.ernet.in - now likely directs to INSPIRE info).

Exam Structure

Aptitude test (Computer-based). Questions from Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Biology.

Score Pattern/Analysis

Marks based on performance in aptitude test, followed by an interview for shortlisted candidates (interview stage was sometimes waived).

Fees

₹1250 (Gen/OBC); ₹625 (SC/ST/PwD).

Time When Conducted

Usually in November.

Number of Times/Year

1.

Time for Results

Aptitude test results in December/January, final results after interviews.