The Chairperson of the National Commission for Indian System of Medicine (NCISM) announced on 14 October 2026 the launch of CCRAS SPARK 5.0 and CCRAS Ayurshodh 2026. The SPARK 5.0 program offers 300 studentships of ₹50,000 each to BAMS students in their third, fourth, or professional years to encourage research. CCRAS Ayurshodh provides awards for research communication, publications, and innovation. Applications for the studentship open on 15 October 2026 and close on 15 November 2026, while the Ayurshodh finals will take place on 11 December 2026.
Key points
- 300 studentships of ₹50,000 each available for eligible BAMS students
- By 15 Nov 2026: Eligible students must submit applications for SPARK 5.0
- Registration for SPARK 5.0 opens on 15 Oct 2026
- 11 Dec 2026: Date for the finals of CCRAS Ayurshodh research recognitions
- Ayurshodh awards cover research communication, publications, and innovative prototypes
When it applies
- Registration opens for CCRAS SPARK 5.0
- Last date for submission of applications for CCRAS SPARK 5.0
- Finals of CCRAS Ayurshodh
Who it affects
- Ayurveda researchers
- BAMS students in their third/fourth/professional years in NCISM/Government of India-recognised colleges or universities