Context:
The Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences (CCRAS), under the Ministry of Ayush, has launched SPARK–4.0 (2025–26), the fourth edition of its flagship program aimed at encouraging research orientation among BAMS undergraduates.
About SPARK–4.0
- Full Form: Studentship Program for Ayurveda Research Ken
- Implemented By: CCRAS, Ministry of Ayush, Government of India
- Aim:
- Cultivate scientific curiosity among young Ayurveda scholars.
- Develop a research mindset while bridging classical Ayurvedic knowledge with modern scientific methods.
Key Features
- Studentships: 300 BAMS students to receive ₹50,000 each (₹25,000 per month for 2 months).
- Eligibility: Open to students from NCISM-recognized Ayurvedic colleges across India.
- Research Methodology: Faculty-guided, short-term independent research projects.
- Certification: Students receive a certificate upon successful completion of the program.
Significance
- Strengthens the research ecosystem in the Ayush sector.
- Builds a pipeline of trained researchers for future innovation.
- Supports the integration of traditional medicine into public health and evidence-based Ayurveda.
