Maps can serve as a powerful means of providing information. The GIS Section is fully functional and developing maps to aid the research work of our scholars. The cartographic maps are prepared at an appropriate scale so that the theme (as per the objectives and requirements of the research scholars) can be depicted in a clear, precise and focused manner, with the help of mapping software and by collecting geographical and spatial information from authentic open sources.

GIS section maintains a Geo-Spatial Database, wherein information and maps, related to natural, political, administrative, economic, social, cultural aspects, defense and security issues of various countries is stored and regularly maintained with special focus on South Asian countries. Geo-Spatial Database is periodically updated and new data added for future use. The customized maps are regularly used by the research scholars for their reference, in seminar presentations, project reports and for publication purposes.

1. All maps prepared by the GIS section shall be charged with the exception of the following:-

a) Maps prepared for MP-IDSA scholars for MP-IDSA publication, official MP-IDSA work, MP-IDSA website and for publication outside MP-IDSA (only endorsed by CC/DG IDSA).

b) Maps prepared for MP-IDSA members and Non MP-IDSA members for MP-IDSA publication.

2. Following charges are to be levied per map for personal work:-

For	Color Map	Black & White Map	Additional Charges*	Data Charges**
MP-IDSA Scholars & Members	Rs. 750	Rs. 1000	Rs. 100	Rs. 250
Non MP-IDSA Members	Rs. 2000	Rs. 2500	Rs. 250	Rs. 500

* Additional Charges may be applicable in case of corrections/addition of information.
**Data Charges may be levied in addition to above charges in case of complex maps using high resolution/large data.

1. The credit/copyright will be given to MP-IDSA, GIS Section for every map created/designed by the GIS Section.
2. Requests for the maps by MP-IDSA scholars should be endorsed by CC and requests by MP-IDSA & Non MP-IDSA members should be approved by DG, IDSA.
3. Requests for new map should be put up for requisite approval using the duly filled GIS Job Form (Link for downloading the form).
4. After necessary approval, only softcopy of the map will be shared via email.

In case of any queries, undersigned may be contacted:-

Dr Vivek Dhankar
Technical Officer – G.I.S.
GIS Section, Library First Floor
Manohar Parrikar, IDSA
No.1, Development Enclave
New Delhi-110010
Landline (Office): 011-26717983 Ext.7413
Email: gis.idsa@nic.in