Union Cabinet Approves DSIR/CSIR Scheme on Capacity Building and Human Resource Development.

In September 2025, the Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi approved the Department of Scientific and Industrial Research / Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (DSIR/CSIR) scheme on “Capacity Building and Human Resource Development (CB&HRD)” to strengthen India’s research and innovation ecosystem.

      - The scheme provides a broad platform for young researchers aspiring for careers in universities, industries, national R&D laboratories, and academic institutions, with guidance from eminent scientists and professors in STEMM fields (Science, Technology & Engineering, Medical, and Mathematical Sciences).

      - The initiative has been approved for the 15th Finance Commission Cycle (2021-22 to 2025-26) with a total financial outlay of Rs. 2,277.397 crore.

Main Point :-   (i) The scheme will be implemented by the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), covering R&D institutions, national laboratories, Institutes of National Importance, Institutes of Eminence, and universities across India.

      (ii) The programme aims to build a robust pool of skilled researchers, enhance India’s global competitiveness in science and technology, and accelerate innovation-led development in multiple scientific domains.

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