Postdoctoral research Fellowship: Apply Anytime
Organisation: Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR)
Fellowships Available: 100 per year
Application Deadline: Open year-round (Selections in June & December)
Tenure: 2 years (extendable by 1 year)
Stipend: ₹80,000/month + HRA + ₹3 lakh/year contingency grant
Contact: CSIR HRDG Website
🧪 About the Fellowship
The CSIR–Nehru Science Postdoctoral Research Fellowship Scheme identifies and supports promising young PhDs with innovative ideas in basic science, engineering, medicine, and agriculture. Fellows work in one of CSIR’s 37 state-of-the-art laboratories, gaining access to world-class research facilities while transitioning from mentored to independent research careers.
Every year, 100 fresh PhD holders are selected to work on cutting-edge projects in niche areas, contributing to India’s scientific progress.
✅ Eligibility
You can apply if you:
- Hold a PhD (within 3 years of award) or have submitted your thesis
- Have publications in high-impact SCI journals
- Are an Indian national, PIO, OCI, or foreign national (up to 20% of fellowships reserved for non-Indians)
- Are under 32 years old (age relaxation: +5 years for SC/ST/PH/Women, +3 years for OBC-NCL)
📌 Note: You cannot apply to the CSIR lab where you earned your PhD.
💰 Fellowship Benefits
- ₹80,000/month consolidated pay
- HRA as per CSIR rules
- ₹3 lakh/year contingency grant (25% usable for travel)
- Medical benefits as per CSIR Research Associate rules
- Possible accommodation in CSIR labs (subject to availability)
- Performance-based lump sum bonus (20% of fellowship at end of each year)
📅 Selection Process
- Apply anytime; selections happen twice yearly (June & December)
- Applications must be routed through a sponsoring CSIR laboratory
- Candidates present their proposed research, followed by an interview
- Foreign applicants may be considered in absentia
📌 How to Apply
- Download the application form from the CSIR HRDG website
- Get the Director of your sponsoring CSIR lab to endorse your application
- Submit the completed form to:
Mr. S. A. Hasan
Chief Scientist
CSIR–Human Resource Development Group
CSIR Complex, Library Avenue, Pusa, New Delhi – 110012
🌍 Why Apply?
This fellowship offers a rare combination of high pay, world-class labs, and academic freedom, making it one of India’s most prestigious postdoctoral opportunities. Whether you’re in pure science, engineering, medicine, or agriculture, CSIR provides a platform to launch your independent research career.
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