International Travel Support (ITS) Scheme provides financial assistance to Indian researchers for presenting a research paper in an international scientific event (conference, seminar, workshop etc.) held abroad. In addition, support is also provided to young scientists (age limit below 35 years as on date of start of the event) for attending training programmes, Short-term schools and Workshops. Economy class air-fare by shortest route from Air India, airport-tax and visa fees are provided under the scheme. Registration Fee is provided to young scientist in addition to the above support. Applications can be submitted within the window of 60 – 90 days in advance from the date of start of the event. The system will not accept early or late submission of applications.

For successful online submission of the application the following points may be noted: 

• Applicant(s) should first register into the online website click here to register
• After log-in, kindly go to Menu –> Proposal Submission –> Form Submission –> Select scheme and start filling the form online.
• The researchers are required to apply online through the portal between 60 – 90 days in advance prior to the start date of the event. The system will not accept early or late submission of applications.
• Application submitted through any other mode will not be considered.

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