The National Centre for Antarctic and Ocean Research 2012 program provides funding for Indian researchers to undertake scientific investigations in the Arctic region. Administered by the autonomous R&D institution under the Ministry of Earth Sciences, the scheme supports projects across all academic levels, from postgraduate students to senior scientists. Applicants are invited to submit proposals that align with India’s strategic objectives in polar research, covering disciplines such as oceanography, climatology, glaciology and related fields. The official page contains the latest information on eligibility criteria, award details and the application timeline. Interested candidates should review the call for proposals, prepare a detailed research plan, and follow the submission instructions provided by the centre.

Indian nationals engaged in research at any academic stage—undergraduate, postgraduate, doctoral or post‑doctoral—may apply. The call is open to individuals from universities, research institutes, and government laboratories. No specific income or academic score thresholds are stipulated; applicants must meet the scientific merit criteria outlined in the proposal guidelines. Candidates belonging to reserved categories (SC, ST, OBC, EWS, PwD) are encouraged to apply.

Visit the official NCAOR web page for the 2012 call and download the detailed proposal template and guidelines. Prepare a research proposal that includes objectives, methodology, budget and expected outcomes, adhering to the format specified. Register on the portal indicated on the page, upload the completed documents, and submit before the deadline mentioned there. Keep a copy of the submission receipt for future reference.