Membership Information
The IAGRG welcomes applications for Life Membership from researchers, faculty, and students engaged in gravitation, cosmology, and related areas.
How to Apply
We have transitioned to a digital application process. Please follow the steps below:
- Submit Online Form: Complete the IAGRG Online Membership Application Form.
- Alternative Submission: If you encounter issues with the webform, you may email your completed application form (PDF, DOCX) to iagrgcontact@gmail.com and iagrg.1969@gmail.com.
- Review & Approval: Applications are reviewed periodically by the IAGRG Council. Membership is subject to formal Council approval.
- Notification: You will be notified of the Council's decision via the email address provided in your application.
Membership Fees & Payment
| Category | Life Membership Fee |
|---|---|
| Indian Applicants | INR 3,000/- |
| Foreign Applicants | US$ 150/- |
Important: Please do not remit the membership fee until you have received formal approval from the Council.
For Indian Applicants (Online)
Once approved, fees must be transferred via NEFT/RTGS/IMPS to the following account:
- Beneficiary: Indian Association for General Relativity and Gravitation (IAGRG)
- Bank: Bank of Baroda, IUCAA Extension Counter
- Account No: 98060100000507
- Account Type: Savings
- IFSC Code: BARB0EXTPOO (The 5th character is a Zero)
For Foreign Applicants (Bank Draft)
Fees must be sent as a bank draft in favor of "IAGRG" to:
Executive Secretary, IAGRG
IUCAA, Post Bag 4, Meghnad Saha Road,
Ganeshkhind, Pune – 411 007,
Maharashtra, India.
Eligibility Requirements
- Student Applicants: The application must be endorsed by a Research Guide, Head of Department, or an existing IAGRG Member.
- All Other Applicants: Please provide evidence of active interest in the field, such as:
- Orcid ID
- Reference to a recent publication or e-print.
- Participation in GR-related conferences or workshops.
- A reference from an existing IAGRG Member.
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