Access To Knowledge For Technology Development And Dissemination (A2K+) - Studies
The A2K+ Studies scheme (Department of Scientific and Industrial Research) funds research studies on emerging technologies to create knowledge bases for industry, academia, and policymakers. Industry associations, R&D institutions, universities, and government bodies can apply for grant funding to conduct technology studies, prepare commercialization reports, or analyze new technology areas. Applications are submitted offline to DSIR in New Delhi.
About This Scheme
The A2K+ Studies scheme (Department of Scientific and Industrial Research) funds research studies on emerging technologies to create knowledge bases for industry, academia, and policymakers. Industry associations, R&D institutions, universities, and government bodies can apply for grant funding to conduct technology studies, prepare commercialization reports, or analyze new technology areas. Applications are submitted offline to DSIR in New Delhi.
Full official description
Access to Knowledge for Technology Development and Dissemination (A2K+) is a scheme targeted towards developing mechanisms to disseminate science, technology and innovation-related information to industries, research and academic institutions, In-house R&D units of industry, Scientific & Industrial Research Organizations (SIROs), consultants, industry associations, techno-entrepreneurs, government departments and others.
Supported Programmes
1: Supporting industrial technology-related studies (A2K+ Studies)
2: Supporting the organization of national and international conferences, exhibitions etc. (A2K+ Events)
3: Support for Technology Development and Utilization Programme for Women
4: Technology Development and Demonstration Programme (TDDP)
Objectives
The objective of the A2K+ Studies program is to support emerging areas of technology aimed at providing useful information and knowledge base to industry, industry associations, academia, research institutions, consultants, entrepreneurs, research students, and policymakers for doing any further work in these areas; to study and analyze the developments in the emerging technology areas and document the findings, leanings, and outcomes for wider dissemination; and preparation of status reports on technologies from publicly funded institutions, that are ready for commercialization with a view to catalyzing the translation of research output from institutions to market.
Benefits
- Grant funding covers: manpower costs, travel for surveys and stakeholder meetings, consultation fees for experts, contingencies and consumables
- Overhead charges fixed at 15% of the project budget
- Research equipment essential for the study may be covered if approved by the Technical Advisory Committee
- No support provided for setting up general-purpose infrastructure
- International travel is not permitted under the scheme
Who Can Apply (Eligibility)
- Industry associations (sectoral associations, export promotion councils, chambers of commerce)
- Central and state government departments and their associated technical consultancy organizations
- National R&D institutions and DSIR-recognized SIROs (Scientific & Industrial Research Organizations)
- UGC/AICTE-approved universities and colleges
- Institutions with a distinct legal entity as per Government Financial Rules (Rule 228 of GFR 2017)
- Proposals must align with DSIR's announced priority topics for the current year (topics are published annually)
How to Apply
The prescribed application format can be downloaded from the website: http://dsir.gov.in/#files/12plan/a2k/a2ks.html.
The Applicants should submit five hard copies of the proposal duly signed + one soft copy [MS Word file and not a PDF file] through e-mail and by enclosing a pen drive to:
Dr. Sujata Chaklanobis, Head (A2K+)
Department of Scientific & Industrial Research
Ministry of Science & Technology
Technology Bhawan, New Mehrauli Road
New Delhi-110 016
Email: priya@nic.in
Note: Superscribe "CONFIDENTIAL, A2K+ Studies” on the document holder.
Frequently Asked Questions
What Is The Full Name Of The "A2K+" Scheme?
The Full Name of the "A2K+" Scheme is "Access to Knowledge for Technology Development and Dissemination" Scheme.
What Is The Purpose Of This Scheme?
This scheme is targeted towards developing mechanisms to disseminate science, technology and innovation-related information to industries, research and academic institutions, In-house R&D units of industry, Scientific & Industrial Research Organizations (SIROs), consultants, industry associations, techno-entrepreneurs, government departments and others.
What Are The Names Of The Programmes Supported In This Scheme?
The names of the programmes supported in this scheme are - 1: Supporting industrial technology-related studies (A2K+ Studies) 2: Supporting the organization of national and international conferences, exhibitions etc. (A2K+ Events) 3: Support for Technology Development and Utilization Programme for Women 4: Technology Development and Demonstration Programme (TDDP)
What Objective Does The A2K+ Studies Program Have?
The objective of the A2K+ Studies program is to support emerging areas of technology aimed at providing useful information and knowledge base to industry, industry associations, academia, research institutions, consultants, entrepreneurs, research students, and policymakers for doing any further work in these areas; to study and analyze the developments in the emerging technology areas and document the findings, leanings, and outcomes for wider dissemination; and preparation of status reports on technologies from publicly funded institutions, that are ready for commercialization with a view to catalyzing the translation of research output from institutions to market.
How Much Shall The Support For The Overhead Charges Be?
The support for the Overhead Charges is fixed at 15%.
For What Purposes Can The Travel Be In Order To Be Considered For Support?
Travel for networking, survey, stakeholder meetings, experts, resource persons, etc.
Is International Travel Permissible Under A Project?
No, international travel is not permissible under any project.
What Types Of Contingencies And Consumables Are Eligible For Support?
Contingencies and consumables eligible for support are: research equipment essential for the study and approved by TAC.
Will The DSIR Support Towards Manpower Expenses Vary With The Changes In Fellowship Rates?
No, the DSIR support towards manpower expenses shall remain fixed respective of changes in fellowship rates if any.
Can Support Be Granted For Setting Up General-Purpose Infrastructural Facilities?
No support is granted for setting up general-purpose infrastructural facilities.
Which Rule Of The GFR 2017 Should Be Considered For Establishing The Distinct Legal Entity Of An Institution?
Rule 228 of GFR 2017 should be considered for establishing the distinct legal entity of an institution.
Are UGC Approved Colleges Eligible?
Yes, all Universities and Colleges listed on UGC/AICTE website ar eligible.
To Whom Should The Application Be Addressed?
The application should be addressed to - Dr. Sujata Chaklanobis, Head (A2K+) Department of Scientific & Industrial Research Ministry of Science & Technology Technology Bhawan, New Mehrauli Road New Delhi-110 016 Email: priya@nic.in
How Many Hard Copies Of The Proposal Are Required To Be Submitted?
The Applicants should submit five hard copies of the proposal duly signed.
How Many Soft Copies Of The Proposal Are Required To Be Submitted?
The Applicants should submit one soft copy [MS Word file and not a PDF file] through e-mail and by enclosing a pen drive.
What Should Be The Superscription On The Envelope / Document Holder?
Superscribe "CONFIDENTIAL, A2K+ Studies" on the document holder.
Ready to apply?
Visit the official government portal to apply for this scheme.
Apply on myScheme.gov.inDocuments Required
- > **Details of the Organization**
- Proof of Year of Establishment
- Proof of Number of Employees
- Proof of Legal Status
- Proof of Address
- Detailed Item-Wise Budget Estimates
- Networking and Interactions or Financial/Technical Involvement of Other Relevant Organizations including Co-sponsorship
- > **Details of Principal Investigator (PI) and Co-PI**
- Aadhaar Card
- Proof of Identity
- Proof of Address
- Proof of Employment at the Host Institute
- Proof of Experience