About POCE :
As part of its Science Outreach Programme, Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research (JNCASR) conducts a Project Oriented Chemistry Education (POCE) programme for students studying in the 1st year of a three-year or four-year bachelor’s programme. Through this programme, undergraduate students can explore their academic potential. Selected students will have the opportunity to attend lectures, participate in laboratory projects, and conduct research. The programme will be conducted during the summer vacation for a period of 6 to 8 weeks over three consecutive summers. Selected students are expected to commit to the programme for three years, and successful candidates will receive a Diploma in Chemistry from the Centre. Those who complete the POCE programme with outstanding performance will be eligible for admission to the MS-PhD programme in the Centre, subject to satisfactory performance in the interview.
Eligibility :
Students presently studying in the 1st year of their three-year or four-year Bachelor programme in science (Preferably with Chemistry and Physics as major subjects). Students of the Integrated BS/MS programme are not eligible for the POCE programme. Merely applying to the programme and satisfying the eligibility criteria does not guarantee selection.
Fellowships :
The total number of Fellowships offered will be up to TEN. A fellowship amount of Rs. 10,000/- per month will be provided.
Announcement of selected candidates :
The selected candidates will be intimated by email.
How to Apply :
Applications must be submitted online through the following link:
Important dates :
Commencement of downloading the application form :
23rd February 2024
Last date for receipt of filled-in application form :
31st March 2024
For any queries, write to: poce[at]jncasr[dot]ac[dot]in or contact:
+91-80-22082846
