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Which ministry is responsible for implementing the VAIBHAV Fellowship programme?
Which ministry is responsible for implementing the VAIBHAV Fellowship programme?
What does VAIBHAV stand for in the context of this fellowship?
What does VAIBHAV stand for in the context of this fellowship?
Which areas have attracted the most interest among VAIBHAV Fellowship applicants?
Which areas have attracted the most interest among VAIBHAV Fellowship applicants?
What is the primary objective of the VAIBHAV Fellowship?
What is the primary objective of the VAIBHAV Fellowship?
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What is the total outlay for the VAIBHAV Fellowship scheme?
What is the total outlay for the VAIBHAV Fellowship scheme?
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What is the maximum duration of the VAIBHAV Fellowship?
What is the maximum duration of the VAIBHAV Fellowship?
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When are the first batch of VAIBHAV Fellows expected to join their designated institutes?
When are the first batch of VAIBHAV Fellows expected to join their designated institutes?
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Which national mission is the VAIBHAV Fellowship aligned with?
Which national mission is the VAIBHAV Fellowship aligned with?
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Which of the following groups is eligible to apply for the VAIBHAV Fellowship?
Which of the following groups is eligible to apply for the VAIBHAV Fellowship?
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What is the monthly fellowship grant offered under the VAIBHAV Fellowship?
What is the monthly fellowship grant offered under the VAIBHAV Fellowship?
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What is one of the long-term goals of the VAIBHAV Fellowship?
What is one of the long-term goals of the VAIBHAV Fellowship?
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Which of the following is NOT a benefit provided under the VAIBHAV Fellowship?
Which of the following is NOT a benefit provided under the VAIBHAV Fellowship?
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How many verticals (research areas) were identified in the VAIBHAV Summit?
How many verticals (research areas) were identified in the VAIBHAV Summit?
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What type of institutions can host VAIBHAV Fellows?
What type of institutions can host VAIBHAV Fellows?
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What is the primary focus of the collaboration between VAIBHAV Fellows and Indian institutions?
What is the primary focus of the collaboration between VAIBHAV Fellows and Indian institutions?
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What is one of the criteria for Indian institutions to host VAIBHAV Fellows?
What is one of the criteria for Indian institutions to host VAIBHAV Fellows?
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Study Notes
VAIBHAV Fellowship - Study Notes
- Ministry: The Ministry of Science and Technology is responsible for the VAIBHAV Fellowship program.
- VAIBHAV Acronym: VAIBHAV stands for VAIshwik BHArtiya Vaigyanik.
- Objective: The primary objective of VAIBHAV is to connect Indian STEMM diaspora with Indian institutions.
- Fellowship Duration in India: Fellows can stay in India up to 2 months annually.
- Maximum Fellowship Duration: The maximum duration of the fellowship is 3 years.
- Eligibility: Eligible applicants include Non-Resident Indians (NRIs), Persons of Indian Origin (PIOs), and Overseas Citizens of India (OCIs).
- Monthly Fellowship Grant: The monthly fellowship grant is INR 4,00,000.
- Fellowship Benefits: Benefits include international and domestic travel support, and accommodation. Permanent residency is not included.
- Host Institutions: Higher educational institutions, universities and public funded scientific institutions can host fellows.
- Fellow Expectations: Fellows are expected to share best practices in research and translation of research findings.
- First Call Selections: 22 fellows were selected in the initial call.
- Popular Fellowship Areas: Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning are among the top areas of interest for applicants.
- Outlay: The total outlay for the VAIBHAV scheme is Rs 80 crore.
- First Batch Joining Date: The first batch of fellows is expected to join in April 2024.
- Aligned National Mission: The VAIBHAV Fellowship aligns with the National Quantum Mission.
- Long-Term Goal: A long-term goal is to attract Indian scientists back to the country (brain gain).
- Summit Verticals: 18 research verticals were identified at the VAIBHAV summit.
- Fellowship Collaboration Focus: The collaboration focus is on collaborative research in frontier areas of science and technology.
- Implementing Department: The Department of Science and Technology (DST) directly implements the VAIBHAV Fellowship.
- Host Institution Criteria: Host institutions must be ranked within the top 200 in NIRF overall rankings or have NAAC 'A+' grade or above.
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This quiz provides essential information about the VAIBHAV Fellowship, a program aimed at connecting the Indian STEMM diaspora with domestic institutions. It covers the objectives, eligibility criteria, fellowship duration, monthly grants, and benefits associated with the fellowship. Perfect for anyone seeking to understand this unique opportunity.