ICSSR Publication Grant Scheme 2026: Up to ₹2 Lakh Subsidy, Eligibility & Process
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Quick answer
The ICSSR Publication Grant provides financial assistance of up to ₹2,00,000 to publish quality doctoral theses, research reports, and seminar papers in social sciences. Funds are released directly to an empanelled publisher to cover printing, editorial, and production costs. Eligible scholars can apply online or offline throughout the year.
At a glance
| Main benefit | Up to ₹2,00,000 publication subsidy |
| Ministry / department | Ministry of Education |
| Level | Central Government |
| Application mode | Online & offline |
About the scheme
Administered by the Indian Council of Social Science Research under the Ministry of Education, this scheme promotes scholarly dissemination by financing the publication of exceptional social science manuscripts. It covers doctoral dissertations awarded within the last three years, as well as project reports and seminar proceedings. Manuscripts undergo review by subject matter experts, and approved works are published through empanelled publishing houses within one year, ensuring professional production standards and guaranteed author royalties.
Benefits
- Financial grant of up to ₹2,00,000 for publishing the approved manuscript
- Direct payment disbursed to the publisher upon submission of required documents
- Covers the complete cost of printing, editorial work, and book production
- Guaranteed author royalty of at least 10% on actual sales
- Option for ICSSR to buy back copies with a 25% discount
Who can apply (eligibility)
- Manuscripts must focus strictly on social science research
- Doctoral theses must have been approved within the last 3 years
- The applicant must have published at least one research paper in a reputed journal
- Reports must originate from ICSSR or non-ICSSR funded projects, fellowships, or quality seminar papers
Who cannot apply
- Applications that are incomplete or missing required documentation will be rejected
Documents required
- Prescribed application form
- Annexure-I: Abstract of the work
- Annexure-II: Detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Annexure-III: Hardbound copy of the manuscript
- Annexure-IV: SC or ST Certificate (if applicable)
- Copies of published research papers in reputed journals
How to apply
- 1Fill out the prescribed application form available through the ICSSR portal or offline format.
- 2Attach all required enclosures, including the abstract, CV, hardbound manuscript, and published papers.
- 3Submit the application online or send it by post to the PRS Division, ICSSR, Aruna Asaf Ali Marg, New Delhi - 110067.
- 4Track the preliminary scrutiny and expert academic evaluation conducted by the ICSSR PRS Division.
- 5Wait for official communication regarding the approval status following review by the Member Secretary and Council.
- 6Once approved, ICSSR invites publisher quotations, selects an empanelled publisher, signs an agreement, and oversees the printing process.
Frequently asked questions
What is the maximum financial assistance under this scheme?+
The scheme offers a publication grant of up to ₹2,00,000.
Does the author receive the grant amount directly?+
No, the grant money is paid directly to the selected publisher, not to the author.
What is the time limit for a doctoral thesis to be eligible?+
The Ph.D. degree or doctoral thesis must have been awarded or approved within the last 3 years.
Are applications accepted throughout the year?+
Yes, applications for publication grants are accepted year-round.
What royalty does the author get from book sales?+
The author is entitled to a minimum royalty of 10% on actual sales.
Where should the hard copy of the manuscript be submitted?+
It should be submitted to the PRS Division, ICSSR, Aruna Asaf Ali Marg, New Delhi - 110067.
What happens if the book is not published within one year?+
The grant will lapse unless a formal extension is granted by ICSSR.
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