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ICSSR Grants-in-Aid 2025: Financial Support for Professional Associations and Social Scientists
The ICSSR Grants-in-Aid 2025 is a prestigious funding initiative announced by the Indian Council of Social Science Research. Designed to strengthen the academic infrastructure of the country, this grant offers financial support to professional associations, organizations of social scientists, and registered trusts or companies dedicated to the field.
If your organization is engaged in social science research, training, or the dissemination of academic knowledge, this is a prime opportunity to secure funding for development and operational growth.
Program Highlights
| Feature | Details |
| Grant Scheme | Grants-in-Aid for Development of Professional Associations |
| Funding Amount | Up to ₹8,00,000/- per annum |
| Grant Duration | Year-to-year (Max 5 years initially) |
| Application Mode | Online & Hard Copy |
| Deadline | 31st December 2025 |
| Official Body | Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR) |
Program Overview
The Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR) has issued a “Call for Applications” to support the development of professional bodies in the social sciences. The grant aims to empower organizations that are actively involved in national, regional, or local socio-economic research objectives.
The financial assistance is provided as an ad-hoc grant-in-aid, typically capped at ₹8,00,000 per annum. Support is granted on a year-to-year basis for a maximum period of five years. However, high-performing proposals may be considered for extension beyond five years, subject to review by the ‘Research Committee’ after initial approval by the ‘Advisory Committee of Experts’.
Eligibility Criteria
To ensure funds are allocated to credible and impactful organizations, applicants must meet specific eligibility requirements:
- Legal Status: Privately funded organizations must be registered under the Societies Registration Act, 1860, or be a duly registered Trust or Company under the relevant acts.
- Operational History: The organization must have a standing of not less than two years.
- Membership Strength: The body must have a nationwide membership of not less than 200.
- Core Activities: The organization must be actively engaged in social science research, academic development, training, publication, or dissemination activities.
- Research Alignment: The entity should be involved in objectives related to national, regional, or local socio-economic research.
Selection Procedure
All applications will undergo a rigorous evaluation process. An Expert Committee appointed by the ICSSR will review proposals based on:
- Compliance with eligibility conditions.
- The scope and objectives of the proposed activities.
- The potential impact on social science research and development.
How to Apply
The application process for the ICSSR Grants-in-Aid 2025 involves two mandatory steps:
- Online Submission: Applicants must first submit their application through the official ICSSR online portal.
- Hard Copy Submission: After online submission, a hard copy of the application must be sent to the ICSSR office. This copy must be duly forwarded by the affiliating institution and include all supporting documents.
Mailing Address for Hard Copies:
Publications and Research Survey Division (PRS),
Indian Council of Social Science Research,
Aruna Asaf Ali Marg, JNU Institutional Area,
New Delhi – 110067.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Start Date for Online Submission | 11th December 2025 |
| Last Date for Online Submission | 31st December 2025 |
Contact Information
For technical queries or further clarifications regarding the grant, applicants can contact the division directly:
- Email: prsdivision@icssr.org
- Website: www.icssr.org
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What is the maximum funding available under the ICSSR Grants-in-Aid 2025?
Eligible organizations can receive an ad-hoc grant of up to ₹8,00,000/- per annum.
2. Is the grant a one-time payment?
No, the grant is given on a year-to-year basis for a period of not more than five years. Extensions beyond this period are possible for approved proposals.
3. Who can apply for this grant?
Professional associations, social scientist organizations, and registered companies/trusts with at least two years of standing and 200+ nationwide members are eligible.
4. Can I submit the application only online?
No, a hard copy of the application, forwarded by the affiliating institution, must be sent to the ICSSR office in New Delhi after the online submission.
5. When does the application window close?
The last date for online submission is 31st December 2025.