Applications are open for the fully funded TWAS-CSIR Postdoctoral Fellowship Program 2025/2026 for young scientists from Developing Countries. Apply Below:
When is the Application Deadline:
The application deadline is 14 January 2025.
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Tell Me About The TWAS-CSIR Postdoctoral Fellowship Program:
The TWAS-CSIR Postdoctoral Fellowship Program is for young scientists from developing countries (other than India) who wish to pursue postdoctoral research in emerging areas in science and technology for which facilities are available in laboratories and institutes of the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) of India.
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Which Fields are Eligible?
The following fields are eligible:
- Agricultural Sciences
- Structural, Cell and Molecular Biology
- Biological Systems and Organisms
- Medical and Health Sciences incl. Neurosciences
- Chemical Sciences
- Engineering Sciences
- Astronomy, Space and Earth Sciences
- Mathematical Sciences
- Physics
Type:
Fellowship
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Who can Apply For The TWAS-CSIR Postdoctoral Fellowship Program?
Also, applicants for these fellowships must meet the following criteria:
- be a maximum age of 45 years on 31 December of the application year.
- be nationals of a developing country (other than India).
- hold a PhD degree in a field of science or technology.
- must not hold any visa for temporary or permanent residency in India or any developed country.
- be regularly employed in a developing country and hold a research assignment.
- be accepted at a CSIR laboratory/institution and provide an official acceptance letter from the host institution (see sample Acceptance Letter that can be downloaded below or included in the application form). N.B. Requests for acceptance must be directed to the chosen CSIR host institution(s), with a copy to the CSIR contact person. This will allow CSIR to monitor requests and offer support or assistance in finding suitable host institution(s), if necessary;
- provide evidence of proficiency in English, if the medium of education was not English;
- provide evidence that s/he will return to her/his home country on completion of the fellowship;
- not take up other assignments during the period of her/his fellowship;
- be financially responsible for any accompanying family members.
Which Countries Are Eligible?
Developing countries in the South
Where will the Award be Taken?
India
How Many Awards?
Not specified
What is the Benefit of the Award?
Additionally, CSIR will provide a monthly stipend to cover for living costs, food and health insurance. The monthly stipend will not be convertible into foreign currency. In addition, Fellowship awardees are entitled to subsidised accommodation.
How Long Will the Award Last?
12 months
How to Apply:
Visit the application page to begin your application.
