Shastri Indo-Canadian Institute

Frequently Asked Questions

Programming

• Can a Canadian/Indian citizen living outside of Canada/India apply for a Shastri grant?
• Can someone who is not a citizen or permanent resident of either Canada or India apply for a Shastri Grant?
• To whom should I address the hard copy of my application?
• Will both successful and unsuccessful applicants be notified of their results?
• The application form for the program I’m applying for asks for a passport-sized photo. Does it have to conform to government passport photo regulations?
• When can I expect to be able to travel after being awarded an India Studies fellowship?
• The application form asks for my university transcripts. Can I have my university send you my transcripts directly?
• Can I have my Professor send you a reference letter directly?
• The application requirements call for multiple copies of my application documents. Does every copy of my application documents have to be an original?
• Who is considered a “Scholar” and would be eligible to apply for a Scholar Travel Subsidy Grant?
• How do I obtain a research visa for my India Studies Fellowship?
• If something comes up, can I split up, defer or extend my India Studies Fellowship?

Membership

• Who is eligible for membership?
• How much does membership cost?
• How does one become a member of the Shastri Institute?
• What benefits are included in membership?
• What institutions are currently members of the Shastri Institute?

Miscellaneous

• Will the Shastri Institute be willing to promote my publication / event / organization on their website or newsletter?