Collaborative Research Scheme (CRS)
✓ Information verified — April 2026The Collaborative Research Scheme (CRS) is a research support program run by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) under the Ministry of Education. It encourages innovation and research by bringing together faculty from technical institutes across India to work on collaborative projects. The scheme aims to strengthen research capabilities in technical education by connecting TEQIP faculty, regular faculty from project institutions, and researchers from premier institutions.
What You Get
- Research funding and financial support for collaborative projects
- Opportunity to partner with faculty from multiple technical institutes
- Access to research resources and infrastructure across partner institutions
- Platform to conduct innovation-driven research in technical fields
- Networking with premier institutions and experienced researchers
Who Can Apply
- Age: 18–100 years
- Faculty members from AICTE-approved technical institutes (TEQIP and non-TEQIP institutions)
- Researchers from premier institutions across India
- Teams must include members from at least two different institutions
- Applicants should have active involvement in technical education or research
- No specific age, income, or gender restrictions
Documents Needed
0/6 collected
- 1. Aadhaar Card
- 2. Faculty ID/Employee Certificate
- 3. Institute Affiliation Letter
- 4. Bank Account Details
- 5. Project Proposal
- 6. Educational Qualifications Certificate
How to Apply
- 1Check your eligibility criteria above
- 2Gather all required documents listed below
- 3Visit the official portal (linked below)
- 4Fill the application form online / offline
- 5Submit the form and note your application reference number
- 6Track status on the official portal or visit nearest CSC
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Quick Facts
- Scheme Level
- Central Government
- Ministry
- Ministry of Education
- Category
- Education
- Target Gender
- All genders
- Age Group
- 18–100 years
- Application
- Check portal
- Last Updated
- 26 Apr 2026
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