Overview
NAEP is a comprehensive policy framework to strengthen agricultural education system, promote quality research, and enhance extension services. The policy provides scholarships, fellowships, research grants, and training support to students and researchers in agriculture, fostering innovation and excellence in agricultural sector.
Launched on 01 Aug 2023
Benefits
Full scholarship coverage, Research grants up to ₹5 lakh, Mentorship from senior researchers, International collaboration opportunities, Career development support, Publication support
Scheme components:
- Scholarships
- Research Fellowships
- Research Grants
- Training Programs
- Capacity Building
- Technology Transfer
Eligibility
- Categories
- Agriculture Students, Researchers in Agriculture, Faculty Members, PhD Scholars, Masters Students
- Beneficiary type
- Individual
- Age
- 18 – no upper limit years
- Gender
- All
- States
- All India
How to apply
Application mode: Online
- Apply through respective agricultural universities or ICAR institutes where enrolled.
Documents required
- Admission Letter
- Academic Records
- Aadhaar Card
- Bank Account
- Research Proposal (for fellowships)
- Institute Recommendation
Official links & contacts
Impact & success
Supporting 25,000+ agricultural students annually, 1,500+ research projects funded, Improved research output and innovation in agriculture sector