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Odisha Big Data and Artificial Intelligence Talent Fellowship

Provides prestigious monthly research fellowships of Rs 35,000 to foster indigenous AI research solving agriculture and climate challenges.

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Official Nodal Portal:it.odisha.gov.in

Quick Eligibility Snapshot

👤 Age 21–35 yrs💰 No income ceiling⚧ Transgender🏛 All categories📍 Odisha
Government Levelstate Government
Administering BodyDepartment of Social Welfare, Government of Odisha
Beneficiary Sector
Applicable Jurisdiction

₹Benefits & Entitlement Breakdown

Monthly research fellowship of Rs 35,000 for three years, high-performance GPU cloud compute credits, and sponsorship to present at IEEE/ACM conferences.

Verified Eligibility Criteria

Age Requirement:21 to 35 years
Annual Family Income Ceiling:No gross income ceiling specified
Target Occupations:AI Research Scholar / Doctoral Fellow
Eligible Gender:All
Social Category / Reservation:all
Specific Operational Conditions & Exclusions:

Must be a bona fide resident of the state with valid documentation.

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Required Documents Checklist

Verify readiness before applying for Odisha Big Data and Artificial Intelligence Talent Fellowship. Check off your papers or print this list before visiting your local CSC / Cyber Cafe.

Mandatory Documents(3)

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Keep self-attested photocopies and clear digital scans (100 KB – 200 KB, PDF/JPG format) ready to avoid portal upload timeouts.

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  • ✓Email delivery in 1–2 hrs during desk hours
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Application Effort & Process Friction

Readiness assessment derived from official prerequisites, mandatory documentation, and submission channels.

Easy to Access (1/10)
•Hybrid process (online application + physical verification)
•3 mandatory supporting documents required

Effort scores reflect portal accessibility, mandatory document burden, and physical verification requirements.

How to Apply

🌐 Online Portal Route🏢 Physical / CSC Route
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Government Application Safety Advisory:Application for this welfare program is processed exclusively on official government infrastructure (it.odisha.gov.in). Never pay registration charges or advance processing fees to unauthorized third-party agents. Central and State welfare scheme applications do not require paying private intermediaries.
  1. 1

    Visit Official Portal or Service Centre: Access the official portal (https://it.odisha.gov.in/ai-fellowship) or visit the nearest Common Service Centre (CSC) / Department of Social Welfare, Government of Odisha office.

  2. 2

    Review Eligibility & Prepare Documentation: Verify your eligibility against official guidelines and keep all required documents ready: Institutional Doctoral Admission Record, AI Research Synopsis and Cloud Resource Proposal, and Aadhaar Card and Academic Transcripts.

  3. 3

    Register & Complete Application Form: Create a citizen profile or log in with your credentials on the portal, select 'Odisha Big Data and Artificial Intelligence Talent Fellowship', and accurately fill in all requested personal, demographic, and category details.

  4. 4

    Upload Required Documents & Submit: Attach clear, scanned copies of mandatory certificates and identity proofs, cross-check entered details, and submit your application.

  5. 5

    Retain Acknowledgment & Track Status: Save the generated Application Reference / Acknowledgment Number to monitor application progress; following verification by Department of Social Welfare, Government of Odisha, the service, sanction, or certificate will be issued.

✅Before You Begin — Pre-Application Checklist

✓Ensure Aadhaar is linked with active mobile number
✓Bank account is NPCI-mapped (Aadhaar-seeded) for DBT
✓Check if you already receive a similar Central scheme benefit
✓Keep documents ready: income/caste/domicile certificates as applicable

⚠️Common Rejection Reasons — Avoid These

Incomplete documentation, non-residence in target state, or exceeding income limits.

Official Government Application Portal

You will be redirected to the secure official portal: it.odisha.gov.in

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Frequently Asked Questions (Officially Sourced)

Verified answers sourced directly from official circulars, gazettes, and portal FAQs. Never AI-invented.

What domains are prioritized under the fellowship?

AI for disaster prediction (cyclone path modeling), precision agriculture, Odia NLP voice models, and medical image diagnostics.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Is supercomputing access provided?

Yes, scholars receive dedicated compute nodes on the state supercomputing cluster at OCAC.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Can scholars publish open-source models?

Yes, models and datasets developed under state funding are hosted on the Odisha Open Data portal.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Can I track my Odisha Big Data and Artificial Intelligence Talent Fellowship application status?

Application status for Odisha Big Data and Artificial Intelligence Talent Fellowship can typically be tracked through the official portal at it.odisha.gov.in using your Aadhaar number, application reference number, or registered mobile number. Alternatively, contact the scheme helpline or visit your nearest Common Service Centre (CSC).

What should I do if my Odisha Big Data and Artificial Intelligence Talent Fellowship payment is delayed or rejected?

First, verify your Aadhaar-bank account seeding status on the NPCI mapper (npci.org.in). If seeding is confirmed and payment is still pending, register a complaint on the Central Public Grievance Redressal System at pgportal.gov.in. You may also file an RTI application at rtionline.gov.in to obtain official rejection reasons within 30 days.

Is there an income tax implication for receiving Odisha Big Data and Artificial Intelligence Talent Fellowship benefits?

Agricultural income and certain welfare subsidies may be exempt from income tax under Section 10 of the Income Tax Act, 1961. Tax treatment varies by scheme type and beneficiary income level. Consult a certified tax practitioner or visit incometax.gov.in for scheme-specific tax guidance.

Common Rejection Reasons & Warnings

Incomplete documentation, non-residence in target state, or exceeding income limits.

Editorial Verification & Change Log

Scheme verification and change history
DateFieldDescription / UpdateSource Citation
2026-10-06ministry_id462Official Source ↗
2026-10-06application_process1. Visit Official Portal or Service Centre: Access the official portal (https://it.odisha.gov.in/ai-fellowship) or visit the nearest Common Service Centre (CSC) / Department of Social Welfare, Government of Odisha office. 2. Review Eligibility & Prepare Documentation: Verify your eligibility against official guidelines and keep all required documents ready: Institutional Doctoral Admission Record, AI Research Synopsis and Cloud Resource Proposal, and Aadhaar Card and Academic Transcripts. 3. Register & Complete Application Form: Create a citizen profile or log in with your credentials on the portal, select 'Odisha Big Data and Artificial Intelligence Talent Fellowship', and accurately fill in all requested personal, demographic, and category details. 4. Upload Required Documents & Submit: Attach clear, scanned copies of mandatory certificates and identity proofs, cross-check entered details, and submit your application. 5. Retain Acknowledgment & Track Status: Save the generated Application Reference / Acknowledgment Number to monitor application progress; following verification by Department of Social Welfare, Government of Odisha, the service, sanction, or certificate will be issued.Official Source ↗
2026-09-28initial_verificationBaseline verification of Odisha Big Data and Artificial Intelligence Talent Fellowship from official state portal.Official Source ↗
2026-09-28initial_verificationBaseline verification of Odisha Big Data and Artificial Intelligence Talent Fellowship from official state portal.Official Source ↗

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Application Window & Deadlines

Continuous online and district facilitation desk intake

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Data ConfidenceFully Verified (90%)

Verified 21d ago from .gov.in source

Access FrictionEasy to Access

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How to Apply🔀Online & In-Person
Scale & Impact
📅Running since 2023
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📅Scheme Milestone Timeline

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Official Helpline & Nodal Offices

Odisha Computer Application Centre (OCAC)

OCAC Building, Plot No. N-1/7-D, Acharya Vihar, Bhubaneswar - 751013

Helpline: 0674-2588280

Jurisdiction: Statewide (Odisha)

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