Eligibility

• Open to Postgraduate students and Faculty members who are permanent members of KCIAPM.
• Must have valid institutional affiliation and ethical committee clearance.
• Only one proposal per Principal Investigator.

Research Areas

• Only proposals related to the field of Pathology.
• Preference to societal relevance, innovation, and feasibility.

Format of Synopsis

Preferably follow RGUHS format:

• Title of Project
• Investigator Details
• Introduction & Background
• Objectives
• Review of Literature
• Proposed Methodology
• Expected Outcomes & Impact
• Budget Estimate (max ₹25,000)
• References

Document Formatting

• Font: Times New Roman, 12 pt
• Line spacing: 1.5 | Margins: 1 inch all sides
• Submit as PDF (signed by Head of Institution)

Submission Process

• Last Date: One month from notification
• Upload soft copy via KCIAPM Website

Evaluation & Selection

• Reviewed by Expert Committee
• Criteria: Relevance (30%), Clarity (30%), Feasibility (20%), Impact (20%)

Terms & Conditions

• Funds to be used only for research (reagents/consumables only)
• Not for equipment, infrastructure, manpower
• Timeline: 12–18 months (PG thesis), 18–24 months (faculty/independent)
• Final report & utilization certificate within 6 months after completion
• Publications must acknowledge KCIAPM Research Assistance Scheme