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600000 INR-Innovation Grant
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18 Months
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The Savli Technology and Business Incubator (STBI) is offering the Atmanirbhar Gujarat Fellowship (AGF) Cycle 2, aimed at fostering innovation and self-reliance. This program supports innovators, researchers, and entrepreneurs in STEM fields to develop impactful products, processes, technologies, and startups.
The Atmanirbhar Gujarat Fellowship (AGF) is designed to support the development of innovative solutions across various STEM domains. The program aims to contribute to the spirit of Atmanirbharta (self-reliance) through innovation. The program duration is 18 months.
STBI invites applications from individuals with groundbreaking ideas that can be translated into viable products or technologies. This fellowship provides not only financial support but also access to resources and mentorship to nurture entrepreneurial ventures.
The fellowship is structured to provide comprehensive support, including a monthly stipend and an innovation grant, tailored to the applicant's qualifications and experience.
The AGF program is divided into three categories based on the applicant's educational qualifications and experience in STEM fields. Each category offers a different fellowship amount and innovation grant.
Here's a breakdown of the eligibility criteria for each category:
STBI AGF-A: Bachelor’s Degree in STEM; Fellowship: ₹18,000 per month; Innovation Grant: ₹2 Lakh per annum.
STBI AGF-B: Master’s Degree or Postgraduate Diploma in STEM; Fellowship: ₹25,000 per month; Innovation Grant: ₹4 Lakh per annum.
STBI AGF-C: Ph.D. (at least thesis submitted) in STEM OR Master’s Degree with 5+ years of experience OR Bachelor’s Degree with 8+ years of experience; Fellowship: ₹35,000 per month; Innovation Grant: ₹6 Lakh per annum.
Applicants must demonstrate a clear potential for their proposed project to contribute to innovation and self-reliance.
The AGF program welcomes applications from a wide range of STEM domains. The program is inclusive and encourages interdisciplinary approaches to problem-solving.
Key focus areas include:
Engineering & Technology
Biological & Life Sciences
Medical & Health Sciences
Agricultural Sciences
Physical Sciences
And many more STEM domains
Projects that address critical challenges and have the potential for significant impact are highly encouraged.
The fellowship provides financial assistance through monthly stipends and annual innovation grants. The amount varies depending on the fellowship category.
Fellows will receive a monthly stipend to cover living expenses and a yearly innovation grant to support project-related costs. The innovation grant can be used for equipment, materials, and other necessary resources.
The financial support is designed to enable fellows to focus on their research and development efforts without financial constraints.
Interested applicants should prepare their application materials carefully, highlighting their qualifications, project proposal, and potential impact. Ensure all required documents are submitted before the deadline.
The last date to apply is 19th June 2025, 23:59 hrs. For detailed guidelines, visit the provided link. For any queries, contact agf.stbi@gmail.com or call 02667-266007.
Applicants are encouraged to join the hashtag #AtmaNirbharGujaratFellowship to connect with other innovators and stay updated on program news.
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