The WEnyan Scholarship for Women in Chemistry & Allied Areas program’s goal is to empower low-income and marginalized women students in Maharashtra.
In areas including new materials, pharmaceuticals, basic chemistry, medicinal chemistry, agro-chemicals, specialty chemicals, sustainability, and related subjects, it seeks to promote their education and career goals in research and entrepreneurship.
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Overview of WEnyan Scholarship
| Scholarship | WEnyan Scholarship for Women in Chemistry & Allied Areas program |
| Organization | Pune Knowledge Cluster (PKC) in collaboration with BASF chemicals |
| Call Opens | May 15, 2024 |
| Call Closes | August 25, 2024 |
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Benefits of WEnyan Scholarship
- Industry Visits
- Peer to Peer Networking
- Financial Support
- Entrepreneurial Skill Development
- Mentorship by Women Role Models
Eligibility of WEnyan Scholarship Program
Academic Research Project: Category A
- Available to female students in their last year of an undergraduate degree program (B.Sc., B.Tech., B.E., B.Pharm., or comparable).
- Open to female students completing their postgraduate studies (M.Sc., M. Tech, M.E., M. Pharm, or comparable degree) in their last year.
Product Development & Prototyping – Entrepreneurship: Category B
- Open to women who, within a year of finishing their graduate or postgraduate degree, are driven to pursue full-time entrepreneurship.
- Welcoming to female Ph.D. candidates, especially if their first or second year research focuses on product or prototype development.
Scholarship and Grants
For Women Pursuing Science and Engineering Undergraduate Degrees (UG): Scholarship: Maximum monthly amount of ₹10,000; three-month duration
For Women Seeking Postgraduate Science and Engineering Degrees (PG): Scholarship: Maximum monthly amount of ₹15,000 – Duration: 6 months
Initial Steps for Female Entrepreneurs:
- Grant for Prototyping: ₹2 Lakhs Maximum
- Scholarship: Maximum monthly amount of ₹15,000 – Duration: 6 months
| Qualification of the selected candidate | Scholarship and Grants |
| For Women Pursuing Science and Engineering Undergraduate Degrees (UG) | Scholarship: Maximum monthly amount of ₹10,000; three-month duration |
| For Women Seeking Postgraduate Science and Engineering Degrees (PG) | Scholarship: Maximum monthly amount of ₹15,000 – Duration: 6 months |
| Initial Steps for Female Entrepreneurs: | Grant for Prototyping: ₹2 Lakhs Maximum Scholarship: Maximum monthly amount of ₹15,000 – Duration: 6 months |
Application Process
The purpose of this application form is to give the selection committee a thorough grasp of the candidate’s background, passions, and dedication to the fellowship’s objectives.
- For Students: The candidate must apply in conjunction with a Principal Investigator (PI), such as a mentor, research guide, or in-charge teacher, and they must already have a project in planned.
- For Entrepreneurs: The candidate ought to submit a Proof of Concept (PoC) or a product idea in their application.
Important Dates
| Application Start Date | 15 th May 2024 |
| Application Deadline | 25 th August 2024 |
| Screening Date | 26 th August 2024 |
| Results Announcement | 30 th September 2024 |
| Project Start Date | 1 st November 2024 |
Documents Requirements
The following files must be uploaded in order to complete the form. Before completing the form, please make sure these papers are ready. Please click this link to access project proposal templates.
Requirements for Document Submission:
- supported File Formats: One of the following types of files must be uploaded using documents: PDF, Word (.docx), JPEG, or PNG.
- Templates: The application template and project proposal templates are available on the scholarship website
Please Refer to : https://bit.ly/3GbfuMy
- Proposal for Research Project or Entrepreneurship Project (according to template)
- H.S.C. (12th Grade) Mark Sheet
- Last Appearing Examination Mark Sheet
- Proof of Income Group (Income Certificate or Non-Creamy Layer Certificate) – Only necessary if applying on behalf of a low-income group
Selection of the Candidates WEnyan Scholarship
A Selection Committee made up of members from Industry and Academia will choose the winners of the Scholarship. The procedure entails notifying the chosen candidates once the panel has had an online meeting.
Applicant Selection Criteria:
- Academic Performance: Assessment of the student’s overall performance in their graduate or undergraduate program as well as their grades.
- Scientific Rationale: The standard and potency of the supporting scientific data and justifications for the project under consideration.
Scientific Interests: The student’s more general scientific interests, such as their enthusiasm for science-based entrepreneurship, research, or a job in the field, are taken into account. - Time Commitment: The student must devote a specific amount of time to the project, which must be executed full-time.
Deadline of WEnyan Scholarship
The deadline for applications to the WEnyan Scholarship Program for Women in Chemistry & Allied Areas is 25th August 2024. To be eligible for the scholarship, make sure your online application has been submitted before the deadline.
FAQ’s on WEnyan Scholarship
How to apply for Wenyan scholarship?
The candidate must apply in conjunction with a Principal Investigator (PI), such as a mentor, research guide, or in-charge teacher, and they must already have a project in planned.
Deadline of WEnyan Scholarship?
The deadline for applications to the WEnyan Scholarship Program for Women in Chemistry & Allied Areas is 25th August 2024.