Guidelines

Guidelines for submitting Research Proposal under MeitY Funded INUP-i2i Project


    1.   Abstract of the project
  1. This question should be answered by providing a high-level overview of the concept. The technical abstract should be a condensed version of the project, usually no more than 100 words. State concisely the significance of the project, what is expected to be accomplished and how, and the period of performance of the project.

    2. 2.   Introduction
  2. The introduction (statement of need) emphasizes the importance of the project. Describe the need of the proposed research and include an explanation to how the proposed research will contribute to fulfil the objective of the project. Highlight points such as specific results/ improvements expected etc.

    3. 3.   Objectives
  3. The problem should be stated as specifically as possible. The importance and rationale of the proposed research should be well specified. It is important that the objectives, both general and specific, are well conceived based on related research.

    4. 4.  Originality of idea
  4. Clearly articulate the unique attributes of the concept that will lead to a competitive advantage over the existing approaches. Begin by identifying the alternative approaches/solutions and then describe what is unique about the suggested concept.

    5. 5.   Work plan
  5. A detailed project plan should be completed that includes goals, activities and timing, milestones and Deliverables.

    6. 6.   Curriculum Vitae
  6. Curriculum Vitae should be submitted with every proposal to indicate the background, areas of interest, research capabilities, and publications of the principal investigator.

    7. 7.   References
  7. Proposals should include a list of references to pertinent literature in the field. The list should be as current as possible at the time the proposal is prepared, and should cite the most recent advances in the field.

    8. 8.   Publication of PI/Co-PI:
  8. Provide list of publication of PI/Co-PI in the last 3 year in the area of proposed project.

  9. Any form of plagiarism is not acceptable in the project proposals submitted under INUP. For definition and more details about plagiarism, please refer to the IEEE Publication Services and Products Board Operations Manual (from Section 9.2.1.B.7). The degrees of plagiarism will also be assessed as per the IEEE guidelines. If plagiarism is found in any submitted proposal, the investigators of the submitted proposal will be banned from submitting proposals for a period of six months.


    Submission Procedure
  1. 1.   In INUP-i2i web portal (IIT Delhi) under research proposal Tab, download the appropriate forms (Proposal Form, User Agreement Form, NOC, Declaration Form).
  2. 2.   Select the submit project proposal.
  3. 3.   Write proposal title and upload Proposal Form, User Agreement Form, NOC & Declaration Form in pdf format.
  4. 4.   After uploading the documents click on submit.


Review Procedure

All the submitted proposal will be reviewed under following criteria. Please note that due to limited number of slots the selection of the project will be highly competitive.


  1. 1. Organization:Proposal adheres to requested page limits and format.

  2. 2. Research objective: Summary of the problem is provided, objective is stated; scope and motivation are clear, valid, and logical.

  3. 3. Technical feasibility: The goals set out can be achieved with existing available facilities at NRF IITD and that suitable indicators will be used to confirm the feasibility of the concept.

  4. 4. Degree of technological novelty: The proposal is clearly innovative and its successful completion is likely to produce a significant progress and tangible output.

  5. 5. Project plan: The design schedule and milestones of the proposed project are realistic. The applicants should clearly outline the relevance of the work to the aims of the project.

  6. 6. The Principal Investigator (PI) may be requested to give a presentation online using "Webex".