The Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences (CCRAS), Ministry of Ayush, Govt. of India, has announced the “Scheme for Training in Ayurveda Research for Post-Graduate Scholars” (PG-STAR) Session 4.0. This scheme is designed to support MD/MS (Ayurveda) scholars of the 2024-25 admission batch by providing financial assistance up to ₹1,00,000/- for their thesis research.
If you are a PG scholar looking for funding and technical support to elevate your research work, this is your chance. Below is the complete guide on eligibility, important dates, and the application process.
🌟 Scheme at a Glance
- Scheme Name: PG-STAR Session 4.0
- Target Audience: Ayurveda MD/MS Scholars (Batch 2024-25)
- Scholarship Amount: Up to ₹ 1,00,000/- per scholar
- Total Slots: 100 Scholarships
- Registration Starts: 01 January 2026
1. Important Dates Timeline
Strict adherence to the timeline is crucial as this is a time-bound online process.
| Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| Student & Guide Registration | 01 Jan 2026 to 15 Jan 2026 |
| Submission of College Recommendation Letter | 05 Jan 2026 to 12 Jan 2026 |
| Submission of Proposals (Synopsis) | 16 Jan 2026 to 30 Jan 2026 |
| Technical Review of Proposals | 23 Feb 2026 to 10 Mar 2026 |
| Declaration of Merit List | 30 March 2026 |
2. Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for the PG-STAR 4.0 scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Admission Batch: Must belong to the Ayurveda MD/MS admission batch of 2024-25.
- Institution: Must be studying in an NCISM/GoI recognized College/Institution.
- Synopsis Approval: The 1st-year MD/MS synopsis must have been approved by the affiliated university.
- Nationality: Open to Indian nationals only.
3. Application Process (Step-by-Step)
The application is entirely online. No hard copies will be entertained.
Step 1: Online Registration
Both the student and the corresponding guide must register on the official portal pgstar4.ccras.org.in between 01-01-2026 and 15-01-2026.
Step 2: Nomination by Institute
The Head of the Institution must nominate deserving proposals (up to 10% of total annual PG strength) via a single Recommendation Letter (Annexure II format). This must be emailed to pgstar.ayu@ccras.nic.in by 12th Jan 2026.
Step 3: Submission of Proposal
Selected students must submit their approved synopsis and research proposal online via the portal between 16-01-2026 and 30-01-2026.
4. Selection Criteria
Selection is based on merit and evaluation by a Technical Evaluation Committee. Key factors include:
- Innovativeness of the research topic.
- Relevance to current healthcare needs.
- Translational Value (practical application).
- Preference may be given to domains like Standardization, Safety Assessment, Techno-innovation, and Public Health interventions.
For any queries, you can contact CCRAS at 011-28525959 (10:00 AM to 06:00 PM on working days).
