What is KVPY? How to apply?
Eligibility
Student of class XI to first-year chosen a course or stream in Science can apply and aspiring or chosen Basic science courses like B.Sc./B.S./B.Stat./B.Math./Int. M.Sc./Int. M.S. in Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Statistics, Zoology, Physiology, Biotechnology, Neurosciences, Bioinformatics, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Cell Biology, Ecology, Molecular Biology, Botany, Marine Biology, Geology, Human Biology, Genetics, Biomedical Sciences, Applied Physics, Geophysics, Materials Science or Environmental Science with the following criteria fulfilled will be eligible.
NOTE –
Students pursuing or intended to pursue under-graduate program under Distance Education scheme/correspondence course of any university are not eligible to apply.
You are required to score 75% (65% for SC/ST/PWD) in the X Standard Board examination in Science (PCB) and Mathematics, minimum of 60% (50% for SC/ST/PWD) marks in Science subjects (Physics/Chemistry/Biology) in their intermediate examination.
Student of Class XI –
For these students on securing the aggregate given above and their career preference in science will make them eligible for the fellowship.
Keep in mind that the fellowship, in this case, will be activated only after they join an undergraduate course stated above. They will be invited for the National Science (Vijyoshi) Camp during the interim period of one year and their travel expenses and local hospitality will be taken care by KVPY.
Students of class XII –
If you are a student falling under this category then make sure to go along both the guidelines mentioned above.
Students in their first year –
Along with the above-mentioned conditions they also have to attain a minimum of 60% aggregate in their final exams of 1st year to avail the fellowship.
To continue receiving the benefits of this fellowship you have to maintain your aggregate above 60% or else it will be revoked. To continue this all you suppose to do is to attain an aggregate of above 60% in the next examination.
What is their selection procedure?
There are mainly two tests in front of you before you be entitled to receive the fellowship.
1. Aptitude Test
2. Interview
For participating in the aptitude test you have to submit the admit card. It will be available around the month of Sep-Oct. Then in the gap of around 15 days, you will be scheduled to give the aptitude test. On the basis of your performance in this test, you will be called for the interview that follows. Courses provided by Champ Square cover the syllabus that helps you crack this exam and take a step forward in making your dream come true. You can avail KVPY Coaching in Ranchi with us at Champ Square.Kishore Vaigyanik Protsahan Yojana aims for guiding the students to realize their potential. They ensure that the best scientific talents are promoted to research and development in the country. Generous fellowship and contingency grant are provided to the selected students up to the pre PhD level or 5 years whichever is earlier. Prestigious research and educational institutions in the country organize summer camps for students under KVPY.