Regularly appointed permanent teachers who have a doctorate degree and have shown an
aptitude for research may apply for the Award. They must have been published papers/
articles in reputed/referred journals, and have made contributions to editorial boards,
collaborative research nationally, internationally or with industries/national organisations
and universities/institutions recognised under Sections 2(f) and 12(B) of the UGC Act.
The applicant should possess a Ph.D degree.
Lecturers, senior lecturers, and selection-grade lecturers, readers and professors who are
finally selected for the Award are eligible for taking classes marginally as already
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prescribed above. However, they are restricted from taking any other assignment
paid/unpaid during their tenure.