Your Child Has a Question.Let's Publish Their Answer
A structured, mentor-led research papers programme for students in Grade 6-12 that targets publication in credible academic journals and strengthens a measurable impact on university applications. Students gain guided research experience, academic credibility, and a stronger profile for future opportunities.
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Real research. Real publication.
Real credential.
Most students spend years learning what others discovered. YSRP gives them the mentorship and structure to discover something original for themselves.
The Young Scholars Research Programme is a mentor-led academic journey for students in Grades 6 to 12. It helps them choose a meaningful topic, review ideas, frame a research question, and develop work that reflects real academic thinking. Students gain research experience, stronger skills, and work they can discuss with confidence.
This is not a school project. It is a guided research experience designed to help students think deeply, work independently, and communicate ideas clearly. Each learner is matched with a dedicated Subject Matter Expert who guides the process step by step.
YSRP supports experimental, analytical, survey-based, literature-led, design-based, and prototype-driven research. That flexibility helps students explore topics that match their interests, strengths, and goals.
Two tracks — one standard of excellence
Research Track
Students pick a topic, conduct a literature review, develop a hypothesis, write a full academic paper, and get it published with a DOI in a peer-reviewed international journal.
Prototype & Patent Track
Students design and build a working prototype, document the process in a research format, and file for a patent — guided from ideation to submission. No other programme in India offers this.
WHO IS IT FOR?
Is YSRP Right for Your Child?
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For Students
- Want to go deeper than your syllabus allows
- Interested in IIT, NIT, or international university admissions
- Preparing for IRIS, ISEF, or national competitions
- Want a research credential that no classmate has
- Curious about a subject but don't know where to start
- Ready to do real, original work — not copy-paste projects
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For Parents
- Want a differentiator beyond marks and test scores
- Planning early for college applications and SOPs
- Looking for a structured, accountable, online programme
- Want a guaranteed outcome — not just "participation"
- Looking for alternatives to expensive foreign programmes
- Want your child to develop genuine academic skills
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For School Counsellors
- Students targeting Ivy League, Oxbridge, or top Indian universities
- Students applying for national or international scholarships
- IRIS, ISEF, or competition-track students needing research base
- Schools looking to build a research culture
- Students who need a strong extracurricular academic credential
- Group school enrolment available — institutional pricing
HOW IT WORKS
Understanding the Student First — Then Research Begins
Before any idea is discussed, we understand who your child is. Every research direction emerges from the student — not from a menu of options.
Eight steps, one published paper.
EVERY IDEA IS TESTED AGAINST
The 3 Pillars of Idea Brainstorming
We don’t hand students a list of project ideas to choose from. Every research direction is generated and stress-tested with the student and their Subject Matter Expert (SME) — and must pass all 3 pillars before it is finalised. This protects the quality, originality, and publishability of the final paper.
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Impact
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Feasibility
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Innovativeness
WHAT STUDENTS GET
What Your Child Walks Away With
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Published Research Paper
Students work with a domain-expert mentor to develop an original research paper ready for submission to credible journals and publication platforms.
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YSRP Certificate
Every successful student receives an official digital certificate from YSRP / Makers’ Muse as proof of completion and academic achievement.
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Letter of Recommendation
Students may receive a subject-specific letter of recommendation from their assigned mentor/Subject Matter Expert, adding strong value to college applications.
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Research and Academic Skills
Students build literature review, research methodology, critical thinking, academic writing, and citation skills that last beyond the program.
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College Admissions Advantage
A published research paper helps students stand out in university admissions, scholarship applications, and competitive academic programs.
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Patent Support for Prototype Projects
Patent filing support is available as a paid add-on for eligible prototype-based projects. This optional service helps students prepare the documentation and next steps required for patent-related work.
RESEARCH SUBJECTS
All With Indian Context
Our research topics connect to real-world issues across local, national, and global contexts, including STEM, society, environment, and innovation.
🏥 Medicine & Public Health
EXPERT MENTORS
Who Mentors Your Child?
Every YSRP student is assigned a dedicated Subject Matter Expert — a domain specialist who has published research themselves.
- IITs
- IIMs
- NITs
- MIT
- Oxford
- Active PhD Scholars
- Postdoctoral Researchers
- Industry Research Professionals
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Topic Selection Guidance
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Weekly 1-on-1 Sessions
One dedicated Subject Matter Expert for each student
Every student is guided by a dedicated expert who supports their research journey with personalised feedback, clear direction, and academic depth.
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Writing Guidance
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Quality Control
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Letter of Recommendation
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Publication Commitment
We support students through every revision cycle with the goal of acceptance in a credible journal. Our focus is on helping students improve their work, respond to feedback, and move confidently toward publication.
WHY YSRP?
How YSRP Compares
| Feature | YSRP — Makers’ Muse | Lumiere Education | Polygence |
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| Programme Fee | ₹1,20,000 (~$1,430) | $2,490–$9,900 | $2,895–$6,650 |
| DOI Publication Guaranteed | ✔ Yes — guaranteed | ⚠ Not guaranteed | ⚠ Not guaranteed |
| Patent Track | ✔ Yes (Prototype Track) | ✘ No | ✘ No |
| India-First Pricing (INR) | ✔ INR — no forex risk | ✘ USD only | ✘ USD only |
| Dedicated Programme Manager | ✔ Yes — every student | ⚠ Varies by track | ✘ Self-managed |
| Indian School Board Alignment | ✔ CBSE / ICSE / IB / State | ✘ US-centric | ✘ US-centric |
| Letter of Recommendation | ✔ Included | ⚠ Not standard | ⚠ Not standard |
| Refund if Not Submitted | ✔ Full refund policy | ⚠ Not clearly stated | ⚠ Partial refund only |
Meet Our Mentors
Learn directly from experienced professionals, innovators, and industry leaders who are shaping the future of STEM, AI, Robotics, and Technology.
Akansh Khandelwal
Ph.D. Research Scholar in Economics, Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Indore
Economics researcher with expertise in public policy, development economics, and interdisciplinary research.
Jyoti Jyotshna
Assistant Professor & Economist
Economist with expertise in econometrics, data analytics, and climate policy research. Focused on evidence-based research and mentoring students in quantitative analysis.
Yash Raj Verma
Ph.D. Research Scholar, IIT Kanpur
Computer Science researcher specializing in AI for software engineering, cybersecurity, and multilingual LLMs. Passionate about building practical AI solutions and mentoring future innovators.
Priyadarshini K
Academic Associate, Information Systems, IIM Bangalore
Works at the intersection of AI, digital transformation, and information systems. Dedicated to empowering students through technology, research, and innovation-driven learning.
Abhijit Dey
Postdoctoral Fellow, Technology Innovation Hub (TIH), IIT Guwahati
Researcher specializing in human-centered robotics, haptics, and AI-driven assistive technologies. Passionate about translating cutting-edge research into impactful real-world innovations.
WHAT THEY SAY
Students & Parents Speak
PLANS
Choose Your Research Path
All plans include mentor matching, full 8-stage guidance, academic feedback, and submission support.
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Individual Student
For individual school students and homeschoolers who want to publish their first research paper.
- 1 mentor session per week
- Full 8-stage guidance
- Journal submission support
- Completion certificate
- Portfolio documentation
SCHOOL PLAN
School Cohort
For schools enrolling one class or cohort. Dedicated coordinator and progress dashboard.
- Dedicated program coordinator
- Bulk mentor matching
- School progress dashboard
- Parent reporting included
- Group showcase event
PROGRAMME FEE
Simple, Transparent Pricing
EVERYTHING INCLUDED
- All mentor sessions
- Topic selection
- Mentor guidance
- PM support
- Paper writing
- Plagiarism check
- Journal submission
- DOI publication
- Completion certificate
- Letter of Recommendation
FAQS
Frequently Asked Questions
No. YSRP is designed from the ground up for school students with zero prior research experience. The programme begins with the basics — what research is, how to choose a topic — and builds progressively throughout the programme.
All boards — CBSE, ICSE, IB, IGCSE, and State Boards. The programme is completely board-agnostic. If your child is in Grade 6 to 12, they are eligible. No prior research experience is needed to begin.
Typically 1 session per week (60–90 minutes), scheduled flexibly around school hours and exam calendars. Sessions are conducted via Google Meet or Zoom.
Our mentor and Programme Manager continue to support resubmission to another appropriate journal. YSRP’s commitment is to publication — not just submission. Your fee includes this continued support.
Absolutely. A DOI-published paper is a credible, verifiable, globally accepted academic credential. It can be referenced in your child’s Statement of Purpose, CV, scholarship applications, and activity lists for both Indian and international universities.
A school project stays in the classroom. A science fair exhibit lasts a weekend. A YSRP paper gets a DOI, is indexed in an international academic database, and is publicly accessible and citable worldwide — permanently. It is a real academic publication, not a school exercise.
Biology, Environmental Science, AI/ML, Computer Science, Psychology, Economics & Commerce, Chemistry, Social Science, Engineering & Technology, Medicine & Public Health, Mathematics & Statistics, and History & Humanities. A mentor is matched to the student’s chosen domain.
Yes. We offer school partnership pricing for groups of 5 or more students. Write to info@makersmuse.in with your school name and student count and we’ll share the institutional pricing details.
Give Your Child a Credential That Lasts a Lifetime.
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