ICSSR is the primary organization responsible for funding geographical research in India.

ICSSR's funding program aims to promote basic, applied, and interdisciplinary research in geography.

ICSSR's funding program supports individual, collaborative, doctoral, and postdoctoral research projects.

The maximum amount of funding that can be awarded to a single research project under ICSSR's program is ₹15 lakhs.

The duration of funding for a research project under ICSSR's program is typically 3 years.

To be eligible for funding under ICSSR's program, researchers must have a PhD degree in geography, be affiliated with a recognized university or research institution, and have a strong track record of research in geography.

Projects under ICSSR's program are evaluated by a panel of experts, selected based on their relevance to the program's objectives and the qualifications of the researchers.

The deadline for submitting applications for funding under ICSSR's program is typically June 30.

The success rate of applications for funding under ICSSR's program is typically between 20-30%.

Researchers funded by ICSSR are required to submit annual progress reports, a final report at the end of the project, and present their findings at a conference or workshop.

Receiving funding from ICSSR for geographical research provides financial support for research activities, access to research facilities and resources, and opportunities for collaboration with other researchers.

ICSSR's funding program contributes to the development of geographical research in India by supporting basic and applied research in geography, promoting interdisciplinary research in geography, and helping to train new geographers.

Geographical researchers in India face challenges such as lack of funding, lack of access to research facilities and resources, and lack of collaboration between researchers.

To improve geographical research funding in India, it is important to increase government funding for geographical research, encourage private sector investment in geographical research, and promote collaboration between researchers and industry.

The future of geographical research funding in India is uncertain and depends on a variety of factors, including government policies, economic conditions, and the priorities of funding agencies.