Faculty members from government or private universities, colleges, institutes and schools with at least Ten Years of teaching experience are eligible to apply for Associate Membership. 

The evaluation and approval of Associate Membership applications are at the discretion of ERDA’s authoritative body. Upon approval, members can use the title “Associate Member of ERDA” alongside their name. Associate Members have various opportunities, including serving as editors, reviewers, or authors for ERDA’s journals and books. They can also participate as resource persons, speakers, conveners, co-conveners, and moderators in national or international workshops, seminars, conferences, and faculty development programs organized by ERDA, independently or with collaboration. Associate Members have the right to self-nominate for ERDA awards that recognize exceptional contributions to education, research, and community service. 

To obtain the Associate Membership of ERDA, an individual has to pay one-time subscription fee of INR 3,500 (Indian members) or 40 USD (foreign members) plus GST 18%. Specific benefits include a soft copy of the membership certificate, listing on ERDA’s website with their name, affiliation, and photograph, and the opportunity to take on various management roles within ERDA. Associate Members have the option to upgrade their membership to a higher category, with the subscription amount already paid being adjusted accordingly to ensure a smooth transition.