The Scheme will provide the support to acquire research facilities, research man-power cost, acquiring research consumables, funds for travel, organizing workshops and conferences, contingencies and maintenance of the facilities. Universities are encouraged to harness their areas of excellence into an inter-disciplinary thematic effort of an accomplished team, with clearly articulated objectives. Proposals towards individual RD support would not be accepted under this Scheme. The synergy and focus of research may preferably be aligned to National Missions/ priorities.