Women Scientist Scheme-C 2026: 1-Year IPR Training, Eligibility & Application

At a glance

About the scheme

Administered by the Ministry of Science and Technology and implemented through the Patent Facilitating Centre of TIFAC, the Women Scientist Scheme-C (WOS-C) supports women with a career break who hold science or engineering qualifications. The initiative equips selected candidates with specialized, year-long training in patent searches, drafting, filing, trademarks, trade secrets, and copyright management in collaboration with leading law firms, knowledge processing organisations, government bodies, and corporate partners.

Benefits

• One-year comprehensive training in Intellectual Property Rights (IPRs), patent searches, drafting, filing, trademarks, trade secrets, and copyright.
• Hands-on exposure in association with Knowledge Partners such as law firms, KPOs, corporate entities, and government agencies.
• Scholarship payment disbursed directly through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).

Who can apply (eligibility)

• Applicant must be an Indian citizen and a female candidate.
• The applicant must have an existing break in her career.
• Candidate age must be between 27 and 45 years.
• Must hold a minimum educational qualification of Master of Science, Bachelor in Engineering/Technology, or equivalent qualification.
• Desirable skill: Proficiency in handling computerized databases, collection, collation, analysis, and report preparation.

Who cannot apply

• Female scientists under 27 years of age or above 45 years of age.
• Non-Indian citizens.
• Candidates who have already undergone training partially or fully in earlier batches.
• Candidates currently undergoing training in an ongoing batch.

Documents required

• Proof of Indian citizenship / Identity proof
• Age verification document
• Post-graduate degree certificate in Science or Bachelor degree certificate in Engineering/Technology or equivalent
• Proof or documentation showing a career break
• Bank account details for Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT)

How to apply

1. 1Visit the official portal managing the Women Scientist Scheme-C (WOS-C) / TIFAC portal during open call periods.
2. 2Register by providing basic identification details and creating user login credentials.
3. 3Fill in the online application form with educational background, career details, and break justification.
4. 4Upload the required documents confirming qualification, age, and career break.
5. 5Submit the completed form online and keep an acknowledgement copy for future reference.

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