Central GovernmentEducation

Post-Doctoral Fellows

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Ministry Of Science And Technology

This is a post-doctoral research fellowship run by the Ministry of Science and Technology for researchers who have completed their PhD. The fellowship allows selected candidates to work on advanced research projects in science and engineering at research institutions. It provides financial support and research opportunities for a period of up to two years, with annual reviews to assess progress.

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What You Get

  • Competitive monthly stipend for living expenses
  • Opportunity to conduct cutting-edge research in science and engineering
  • Access to research facilities and laboratories
  • Professional development through hands-on research experience
  • Tenure of maximum two years with possibility of continuation based on annual performance review

Who Can Apply

  • Age: 35–45 years
  • Must have completed PhD in relevant science or engineering discipline
  • Suitable for researchers below a certain age limit (typically early career researchers)
  • Must meet the specific research area requirements of the institution
  • Selection based on research proposal quality and academic merit
  • Indian citizens and qualified foreign nationals may be eligible

Documents Needed

0/6 collected

  1. 1. PhD Degree Certificate
  2. 2. Academic Transcripts
  3. 3. Research Proposal
  4. 4. Aadhaar Card
  5. 5. Bank Passbook
  6. 6. Identity Proof

How to Apply

  1. 1Check your eligibility criteria above
  2. 2Gather all required documents listed below
  3. 3Visit the official portal (linked below)
  4. 4Fill the application form online / offline
  5. 5Submit the form and note your application reference number
  6. 6Track status on the official portal or visit nearest CSC
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Quick Facts

Scheme Level
Central Government
Ministry
Ministry Of Science And Technology
Category
Education
Target Gender
All genders
Age Group
35–45 years
Application
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Last Updated
25 Apr 2026

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