Access To Knowledge For Technology Development And Dissemination (A2K+) - Studies
Access to Knowledge for Technology Development and Dissemination (A2K+) is a scheme targeted towards developing mechanisms to disseminate science, technology and innovation-related...
Key details
Department / Ministry: Ministry Of Science And Technology
**The support shall be towards the following items of expenditure:**
Manpower.
Travel for networking, survey, stakeholder meetings, experts, resource persons, etc; (International travel is not permissible under a project).
Consultation fees for experts and resource persons.
Contingencies and consumables (Consumables may include research equipment essential for the study and approved by TAC)
Overhead charges are fixed at 15%.
Any other item upon recommendation by the TAC and approval of the competent authority.
**Note 1:** DSIR support towards manpower expenses shall remain fixed respective of changes in fellowship rates if any.
**Note 2:** No support is granted for setting up general-purpose infrastructural facilities.
Eligibility (who can apply)
> **For Agencies**
Industry Associations including Sectoral Industry Associations, Export Promotion Councils and Chambers of Commerce and Industry.
Central and State Government Departments and their associated bodies including Technical Consultancy Organizations (established by State Government, Financial Institutions & Banks).
National R&D Institutions and Organizations including SIROs recognized by DSIR and PFRIs registered with DSIR.
Approved Universities and Colleges as listed on UGC/AICTE website.
Institutions having a distinct legal entity (as per Rule 228 of GFR 2017).
> **Topics for the Proposal (For 2023)**
A study report on the development of new building materials using agro-industrial waste like PVC Waste, Municipal Waste, Construction & Demolition waste, hospital waste, e-waste etc.
A study report on the status of research on indigenous development of membranes for desalination of seawater/saline water.
A study report on research on indigenous development of membranes for sewage treatment to promote its recycling and reuse.
Report on advanced building materials and building design towards energy efficient building.
A report on ICT tools catering to a wide range of learners, including Children with Special Needs.
A study report on the development of cost-effective technology/ instrumentation in waste management systems such as Sensor based bins, Sensor-based automatic waste collection systems through garbage chutes in residential buildings.
How to Apply
**Offline**
The prescribed application format can be downloaded from the website: http://dsir.gov.in/#files/12plan/a2k/a2ks.html.
The Applicants should submit five hard copies of the proposal duly signed + one soft copy [MS Word file and not a PDF file] through e-mail and by enclosing a pen drive to:
Sujata Chaklanobis, Head (A2K+)
Department of Scientific & Industrial Research
Ministry of Science & Technology
Technology Bhawan, New Mehrauli Road
New Delhi-110 016
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for Access To Knowledge For Technology Development And Dissemination (A2K+) - Studies / what is the eligibility?
> **For Agencies**
1. Industry Associations including Sectoral Industry Associations, Export Promotion Councils and Chambers of Commerce and Industry.
1. Central and State Government Departments and their associated bodies including Technical Consultancy Organizations (established by Sta...
What are the benefits of Access To Knowledge For Technology Development And Dissemination (A2K+) - Studies?
**The support shall be towards the following items of expenditure:**
1. Manpower.
1. Travel for networking, survey, stakeholder meetings, experts, resource persons, etc; (International travel is not permissible under a project).
1. Consultation fees for experts and resource persons.
1. C...
How to apply online for Access To Knowledge For Technology Development And Dissemination (A2K+) - Studies?
**Offline**
The prescribed application format can be downloaded from the website: http://dsir.gov.in/#files/12plan/a2k/a2ks.html.
The Applicants should submit five hard copies of the proposal duly signed + one soft copy [MS Word file and not a PDF file] through e-mail and by enclosing a...