Scheme of Publication Grant/Subsidy for Publication of Doctoral Thesis/Research Report/ Papers Presented in Seminars/Conferences, etc.

ICSSR (Indian Council of Social Science Research) runs the Scheme of Publication Grant/Subsidy for Publication of Doctoral Thesis/Research Report/ Papers Presented in Seminars/Conferences, etc. to help researchers publish good social science work. Eligible scholars can get a grant of up to \u20b92,00,000 to cover printing, editorial, and production costs of their approved manuscript.

This grant is a real support for Ph.D. holders, project scholars, and researchers who want to share their findings with the world. Applications stay open throughout the year, so eligible people can send in their manuscript at any time through the official ICSSR application portal at app.icssr.org.

Scheme of Publication Grant/Subsidy for Publication of Doctoral Thesis/Research Report/ Papers Presented in Seminars/Conferences, etc. - Introduction

This scheme is run by the Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR) under the Ministry of Education. It helps you share your academic findings with the world. Through this scheme, you can receive financial support for publishing your high-quality doctoral theses, research project reports, or seminar papers in the field of social sciences.

This scheme will promote good academic work by funding the publication process. Once your manuscript is checked by subject experts, you can receive a grant of up to \u20b92,00,000. Keep in mind that you should make sure the final publication follows institutional standards and is completed within one year from the date of the grant. The ICSSR handles the payment directly to the publisher, and your book must acknowledge the support received.

Key Information

Benefits

When you qualify for this scheme, you can use the following financial supports:

• A grant of up to \u20b92,00,000 to publish your approved manuscript.
• ICSSR makes direct payments to the publisher once all documentation is in order.
• Funding covers basic costs such as printing, editorial work, and overall production.
• Authors receive a royalty which is at least 10% on actual sales.
• ICSSR may choose to buy additional copies of your work at a 25% discount.

Eligibility

To be considered for this grant, you should meet the following criteria:

• Your manuscript must focus on high-quality social science research.
• If you are submitting a doctoral thesis, make sure it was approved within the last 3 years.
• You must have at least one research paper published in a reputable journal.
• Reports should come from ICSSR or non-ICSSR funded projects, fellowships, or quality seminar papers.

Exclusions

Applications that arrive incomplete or lack the mandatory supporting documents will not be processed under this scheme. So check every required document before you submit.

Application Process

You can submit your application online throughout the year. Follow the steps given below.

STEP 1 - Go to the official ICSSR application portal at app.icssr.org and fill in the prescribed application form. Attach your abstract, a brief academic CV, and a hardbound copy of the manuscript along with all the required annexures.

STEP 2 - The PRS (Publication and Research Survey) division does a preliminary check, confirming your eligibility and making sure all your documents are complete.

STEP 3 - Your manuscript goes to a subject expert for an academic review of its quality and suitability for publication.

STEP 4 - ICSSR prepares its recommendation based on the expert's feedback and puts it up for formal approval.

STEP 5 - Once the Member Secretary and the ICSSR Council approve your publication, ICSSR notifies you about the outcome.

STEP 6 - ICSSR shortlists a publisher from its empanelled list, signs an agreement, and looks after the final editing and publication process.

References

View Official Publication Grant Details

ICSSR Online Application Portal

FAQ's

What is the maximum grant amount?

The maximum financial limit for the grant is \u20b92,00,000.

Who receives the grant money?

ICSSR releases the grant money directly to the publisher, not to the author.

Can ICSSR help with selecting a publisher?

Yes, ICSSR provides a list of empanelled publishers for you to choose from.

Does ICSSR purchase additional copies?

Yes, the organization may buy copies at a minimum 25% discount.

Is it mandatory to acknowledge ICSSR in the book?

Yes, your work must include proper acknowledgment of the support received along with a standard disclaimer.

Is there a time limit for publishing?

Yes, you should complete the publication within one year from the grant date, or the grant may lapse unless formally extended.