What is it in for the students?

Shortlisted SMART PRELIMS / SPOT100’s will be provided guidance & will have exclusive access to SPOTLink, an online Science learning & engagement platform intended to provide impactful programs to develop science literacy, build critical skills and foster joy of learning science.

Virtual Classroom Sessions: All SPOT PRELIMS qualifiers shall be concurred with 5 Virtual classroom sessions on relevant & futuristic science topics by leading Science personalities (Scientists, Doctors, Researchers etc).

Educational visits to Science destinations: Shortlisted SPOT100’s are afforded with an educationally enriching science tour at a Museums, Space centres, Research labs etc. (Subject to Covid relaxation by respective State Govt’s)

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Internships: Top ranked SPOT100 undergoes 3 – 5 days internship on Space Science at a leading research center.

SPOT Mentorships: In addition to knowledge-based learning, it’s essential that students have strong mentors and role models to look up to and keep them engaged. SPOTLink hope to inspire the next generation of students by aiding them in identifying strong mentors.

SPOTLink plays a crucial role in teaming up / support SPOT100’s with STEM gurus (Academicians, Researchers, Professors, Scientists) to diverse scientific careers, answering science questions, clarify doubts, for mentoring, share queries / experiences, consulting etc.

SPOT 1month long Mentorships starts mid-April 2023 and end in May 2023.

Kindly note, Should a Covid type scenario arise, Edu Tour & Internships shall be subject to approvals from respective State Govts. No reimbursement shall be done in place of the travel / Internships. However, in such scenario, VSSF shall provide additional Virtual classroom session for SPOT100’s.