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Scholarship Exam Details

As of 2022, the Department of Science and Technology (DST) has subsumed the KVPY aptitude test into the INSPIRE Scholarship program. However, the legacy of KVPY continues for ongoing fellows, and new aspirants now look toward the INSPIRE-SHE (Scholarship for Higher Education) for similar research-focused funding. In its classic form, KVPY was the most prestigious national fellowship for basic sciences in India, administered by the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) Bangalore. It identified students with a high aptitude for research and provided a monthly fellowship of ₹5,000 to ₹7,000, plus an annual contingency grant of up to ₹28,000. KVPY fellows also gained privileged access to national libraries, world-class research labs, and summer camps at premier institutes like the IISERs and IITs. For 2026, while the exam is merged, the "KVPY Fellow" tag remains a symbol of scientific excellence on any global CV.

Important Dates

Opening Date: 06-Apr-2026 02:14 PM

Closing Date: 06-Apr-2026 02:14 PM

Q1: Since the KVPY exam is discontinued, how do I get a research scholarship in 2026?
A1: Students must now apply through the INSPIRE-SHE portal. Eligibility is now primarily based on being in the Top 1% of your respective Class 12 Board exams or qualifying through competitive exams like JEE (Advanced) or NEET (top 10,000 ranks). The financial benefits remain similar, aimed at students pursuing B.Sc., B.S., or Integrated M.Sc. in basic sciences.
Q2: What was the "Stream" system in KVPY?
A2: KVPY had three entry points: Stream SA (Class 11), Stream SX (Class 12), and Stream SB (1st year UG). This was unique because it allowed a student multiple "shots" at the fellowship. Even if you missed it in Class 11, you could crack it in Class 12 or during your first year of college.
Q3: Do KVPY/INSPIRE fellows get direct admission to IISc?
A3: Historically, KVPY was a primary channel for admission to the B.S. program at IISc Bangalore and the BS-MS programs at IISERs. Today, while the KVPY exam is gone, these institutes still give weightage to students who qualify for the INSPIRE fellowship or top national ranks in IAT (IISER Aptitude Test).
Q4: Is the scholarship available for professional courses like MBBS or B.Tech?
A4: No, KVPY and its successor INSPIRE-SHE are strictly for Basic Sciences (Physics, Chemistry, Math, Biology, Statistics, etc.). If a student shifts from a B.Sc. to a B.Tech or MBBS, their fellowship is immediately terminated as the goal is to create future scientists, not practitioners.

  • Physics: Mechanics, Gravitation, Thermodynamics, Electromagnetism, Optics, and Modern Physics.

  • Chemistry: Atomic Structure, Chemical Bonding, States of Matter, Thermodynamics, Organic Chemistry (Hydrocarbons), and Coordination Compounds.

  • Mathematics: Geometry, Number Theory, Quadratic Equations, Calculus (SX/SB only), Probability, and Trigonometry.

  • Biology: Cell Biology, Genetics, Evolution, Plant and Human Physiology, Ecology, and Biotechnology.

Guidelines

  • All questions are mandatory and there is no negative marking.
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  • Question Type: MCQ

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