Two-Week ICSSR Sponsored Capacity Building Programme (CBP) on Writing Abilities for Young Social Science Faculty

For young social science faculty across India, translating innovative research ideas into compelling publications and successful grant proposals is a critical career milestone. Recognizing this need, the Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR) is sponsoring an intensive Two-Week Capacity Building Programme (CBP) on Writing Abilities. This prestigious workshop, hosted by the Department of Geography at SNDT Women’s University, Pune, is designed to empower early-career researchers with the advanced skills necessary to excel in the competitive academic landscape.

If you are an Assistant Professor looking to systematically enhance your research output and funding acquisition capabilities, this programme could be the catalyst your career needs.

Programme Aim and Objectives

1. The primary aim of this ICSSR CBP is to strengthen the research competencies of faculty members in the Social Sciences. The curriculum is meticulously crafted to achieve two key objectives:
2. Enhancing Publication Success: The programme will equip participants with the knowledge and techniques to conduct high-quality research and, more importantly, to transform their findings into publishable outputs. This includes structuring impactful journal articles and developing proposals for academic books.
3. Securing Research Funding: A significant focus will be on empowering faculty to develop persuasive and methodologically sound research proposals. Participants will learn how to craft proposals that stand out in applications for major and minor research projects, as well as national and international grants.
4. Who Should Apply?
5. This Capacity Building Programme is tailored for:

• Assistant Professors from Social Science disciplines (as per the subject list available on the official ICSSR website).
• Faculty affiliated with a UGC-recognized Indian University/Deemed University/College/National Institute or an ICSSR Research Institute.

1. A crucial eligibility criterion is that all applications must be duly forwarded and endorsed by the candidate’s parent institution.
2. Key Programme Details and Benefits

• Dates: Tuesday, 2nd December to Saturday, 13th December 2025.
• Venue: Department of Geography, P.G.S.R., SNDT Women’s University, Maharshi Vidya Vihar, Pune Campus, Karve Road, Pune, Maharashtra – 411038.
• Intake Capacity: Only 30 participants will be selected to ensure personalized attention and an effective learning environment.

1. Financial Support:
   In a significant benefit to selected candidates, there is No Registration Fee for this programme. Furthermore, the organizers provide substantial support:

• Travel Allowance: Outstation participants are entitled to a Travelling Allowance (TA) of up to ₹3,000 (to and fro), reimbursable against the submission of original travel bills.
• Accommodation: Shared accommodation will be provided for participants from outside Pune.
• Food: All selected participants will receive free food and refreshments during the programme.

1. Important Dates for Your Calendar
2. Mark your calendars and ensure you meet these critical deadlines:

• Registration Opens: 6th October 2025
• Last Date for Application: 30th October 2025
• Intimation of Selection (via Email): 3rd November 2025
• Confirmation by Selected Candidates: 5th November 2025 by 5:00 PM
• Intimation to Waitlisted Candidates: 7th November 2025

1. How to Apply
2. Interested and eligible candidates must apply through the official online application form. The selection will be conducted strictly as per ICSSR CBP guidelines.
3. Apply Here: https://forms.gle/6jct75RtrWGFckseJZ
4. For any queries, you can contact the course coordinators via email at icssrcbp2025@gmail.com.
5. About the Host and Leadership
6. The programme is hosted by the Department of Geography, Post-Graduate Studies & Research (PGSR), at the Pune Campus of the renowned SNDT Women’s University, Mumbai. The course is led by an experienced faculty, with Dr. Ratnaprabha S. Jadhav (Professor & Head) serving as the Course Director and Dr. Virendra R. Nagarale (Senior Professor) as the Co-Course Director.