Sanctioned Research Grants Under STARS
The Ministry of Education (MoE), Government of India, along with the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bangalore, announced the approved projects across both competitive national calls.
STARS Phase 2 (Call 2 – May 2023 Results)
The following domain-wise project lists were officially sanctioned under the STARS Phase 2 call:
| Research Domain | Domain Description | Approved Projects List |
|---|---|---|
| Chemical Sciences | Catalysis, green chemistry, structural chemistry, functional molecules | 📄 Download CS.pdf |
| Physical Sciences | Quantum technologies, photonics, topological matter, soft robotics | 📄 Download PS.pdf |
| Biological Sciences | Nutrition, chemical ecology, AMR, human genetics, crop protection | 📄 Download BS.pdf |
| Nanosciences | Nanotech for SHAPE (Security, Health, Agriculture, Pedagogy, Energy) | 📄 Download NS.pdf |
| Data Science & Mathematics | Stochastic modeling, cryptography, large-scale data analytics | 📄 Download DS.pdf |
| Earth Sciences | Groundwater, Himalayan glaciology, coastal zones, hazard microzonation | 📄 Download ES.pdf |
STARS Phase 1 (Call 1 – October 2019 Results)
In Phase 1, approximately ₹250 Crore was committed across eligible CFTIs, Central Universities, and state institutions:
