Student Support Guidelines

General Eligibility:

Support is intended for students whose participation in the conference is academically relevant.
Applicants must be currently enrolled students (Undergraduate, Postgraduate, or Ph.D.) in a recognized institution.
Students already receiving any institutional or external fellowship (e.g., UGC, CSIR, IIT, DST, SERB, or equivalent) are not eligible for this support.
A recommendation letter or certification from the student’s academic advisor or Head of Department/Institute must be submitted at the time of application.
The support committee reserves the right to verify the authenticity of documents and information submitted.
In case of a large number of applicants, selection will be based on academic merit, relevance of the research work to the conference theme, and availability of funds.

Hostel accommodation will be arranged or reimbursed, subject to prior approval.
Only shared hostel-type accommodation will be provided. Requests for hotel accommodation will not be entertained under this support.
Original bills, payment receipts, and proof of stay must be submitted to claim reimbursement.
Accommodation support will normally cover the duration of the conference only.

Financial support for travel will be provided only for 3rd AC class train tickets (Indian Railways).
For travel by higher classes (e.g., 2AC/1AC) or alternate modes (bus, flight, etc.), reimbursement will be limited to the 3rd AC fare for the shortest route.
Original travel tickets and boarding passes (if applicable) must be submitted for reimbursement.
Local conveyance, taxis, or auto-rickshaw fares will not be reimbursed.

Registration fee reimbursement will be considered only for highly deserving cases and is subject to prior approval.
Applicants must submit proof of registration and payment receipt along with their support request.

Interested students should submit-

A brief statement of purpose (maximum 200 words) explaining how participation in the conference will benefit their academic or research goals.
A recommendation letter from their academic advisor or department head.
Copies of student ID and any relevant supporting documents (e.g., accepted abstract, registration confirmation).
All applications and supporting documents should be sent to iastaindia@gmail.com
All reimbursements will be processed after the conference upon submission of valid documents.
The decision of the organizing committee regarding eligibility and amount of support will be final and binding.
Students receiving support may be requested to assist in limited volunteer duties during the conference.