PROMYS India Programme in Mathematics for Young Scientists

Unlock Your Mathematical Potential with PROMYS India 2025

Are you a mathematically gifted student in secondary or higher secondary school? PROMYS India 2025, a six-week residential mathematics summer programme, invites you to embark on an enriching mathematical journey. This prestigious programme, hosted at the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) Bengaluru, offers a rigorous and immersive learning experience for young mathematicians from across India.

What is PROMYS India? PROMYS India is modeled on the Program in Mathematics for Young Scientists (PROMYS) at Boston University, which has been inspiring students since 1989. PROMYS India brings together exceptional students to explore and expand their mathematical horizons in a supportive community of peers, counsellors, and faculty.

Programme Highlights:

• Dates: 11 May to 21 June 2025

• Location: Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bengaluru

• Eligibility: Students in Standards IX to XII (or equivalent), aged 15–18 years

• Scholarships: Full scholarships covering tuition, hostel, and meals for all participants. Additional need-based funding is available for travel and laundry expenses.

Why Choose PROMYS India? PROMYS India provides an unparalleled opportunity to:

• Engage with challenging mathematical problems requiring creativity, ingenuity, and perseverance.

• Learn from experienced faculty and passionate undergraduate counsellors.

• Be part of a vibrant community of like-minded young mathematicians.

• Develop problem-solving and critical-thinking skills that will benefit you throughout your academic and professional journey.

Application Details:

• Deadline: 15 January 2025 (11:59 PM IST)

• Eligibility Criteria:

  • Students must have completed Standard IX and be attending secondary or higher secondary school in India.

  • Applicants should be proficient in English to participate fully in the programme.

  • Students may apply to only one programme: PROMYS India or PROMYS at Boston University.

• Four Required Components:

  1. Application Problem Set: Solve challenging problems that require deep thought and creativity. Include rough work for consideration.

  2. School Report Cards: Submit transcripts from Standard IX and above.

  3. Online Application Form: Answer questions and upload required documents.

  4. Teacher Recommendation: A mathematics teacher or mentor must submit a recommendation form.

Admissions Criteria: Applications are assessed holistically based on:

• Solutions to the application problems.

• Teacher’s recommendation.

• School report cards.

• Demonstrated interest in mathematics.

How to Apply: Applications are submitted through Submittable. Set up your password-protected portal and follow the instructions to complete your application. Click here to start your application today!

Need More Information? Visit the PROMYS India website to learn more about the programme’s goals, philosophy, and community. If you have any questions, contact us at info@promys-india.org.

Seize this incredible opportunity to challenge yourself and grow as a mathematician. Apply to PROMYS India 2025 and take the first step towards unlocking your mathematical potential!

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Jindal Global Summer School Aspire India Scholar Programme for High School Students

Aspire India Scholars Programme Vision
The Aspire India Scholars Programme (AISP) aims to develop young leaders who are equipped to meet the challenges of a rapidly changing world and play leading roles in public life. Through a range of educational and capacity building activities, the AISP reaches out to students, young professionals, and educational leaders in India and abroad.

Curriculum

The curriculum offers an integrated learning experience that bridges the divide between theory and practice.For each of the areas listed below, participants will learn through interactive conceptual discussions and hands-on activities. Participants will also receive mentoring from accomplished professionals,as well as,get the chance to interact with exemplary role models in each field.

Law, Justice,and Democracy (LJD)

Business Management,Leadership,and Entrepreneurship (BLE)

Diplomacy,International Relations,and Peace (DIP)

Economy,Public Policy,and Development (EPD)

Liberal Arts,Culture,and Humanities (LCH)

Media,Communication,and Public Affairs (MCPA)

Architecture,Planning,and Sustainability (APS)

Banking,Finance,and Accounting (BFA)

Scedule

The Summer School is a two–week fully residential programme at the O. P. Jindal Global University located in Sonipat, NCR of Delhi

7 June – 21 June 2020

Eligibility

Students who are currently pursuing class 9,10,11 and 12 are eligible to apply regardless of the board or school they are studying in.

Admission Process

Admission shall be based on the assessment of the essay and short responses provided by the applicants. Seats are limited and admission shall be granted based on early registration and timely payment of programme fees online, by Bank Transfer / Demand Draft.

Registration for the summer school can be done in one of the following ways:

Fill the application form online and make the online payment.

Download and fill the Application form (PDF), and send it by post or courier along with the

payment details.

Download and fill the Application form (PDF), and email it along with the payment details.

Programme Fee: ` 30,000 per student

Application deadline: 26 April 2020.

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Summer Fellowship in Science and Engineering - 2019- IIS Bengaluru

 Indian Institute of Science & Indian Academy of Sciences, Bangalore jointly invite applications for the Summer Fellowship in  Science and Engineering - 2019 for  SC/ST  students.

Eligibility:
SC/ST students studying in M Sc. in Biological, Physical, Chemical and Mathematical Sciences OR  3rd or 4th year B E/B Tech or equivalent degree in all disciplines during the academic year 2018-19.  Those who are in the 1st year  M Sc and 3rd year B E/B Tech will be given preference.  Those who have already undergone the Summer Fellowship in the previous year/s OR already pursuing higher education are not eligible.

Duration of the Programme : One month (June/July)

Financial Support:

IISc. will provide:
Travelling allowance equivalent to 2nd    Class sleeper train fare from nearest station of college/residence to IISc. and back.
 Free boarding and lodging (on sharing basis) at IISc.
 Fellowship of Rs 5,000/- and a book grant of Rs.1,500/-

Features of the Programme:
Selected candidates  will work with one of the  faculty members of IISc and learn various techniques used in research.

Last date for submission of filled in application form  is 20th April 2019.

The students are requested to submit the online application by logging on to the web site: www.iisc.ac.in.  The online application will open from 18th March 2019 (2.00 P.M onwards).

After submitting the online application, take a print out of the application.  Submit this with latest passport size color photograph attached at identified place along with study certificate, both duly signed by the Principal of the college.  The signed application has to be scanned into PDF or Jpg format and uploaded to the website :www.iisc.ac.in

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