Call for Applications: DST INSPIRE Faculty Fellowship (2024)

The Department of Science and Technology (DST) Government of India, is offering exciting opportunities for young researchers through the INSPIRE Faculty Fellowship (IFF) program. This fellowship is part of the larger INSPIRE scheme, which aims to promote the study of science and research careers in India.

Simple Overview for DST INSPIRE Faculty Fellowship

The call for applications for the INSPIRE Faculty Fellowship for the year 2024 is currently open. The application period started on 1st June 2024 and will close on 15th July 2024 (till 23:59 hrs. IST). This fellowship is aimed at young researchers in the age group of 27-32 years. For General category candidates, the upper age limit as of 1st January 2024 is 32 years. For SC/ST/Women, the upper age limit is 37 years, and for candidates with benchmark disabilities, it is 42 years.

Eligible candidates can apply only in ONLINE mode on the INSPIRE Web portal. You’ll need to fill in the necessary details and upload the required documents to complete the application form. For detailed advertisements, guidelines, FAQs, and other related information, you can visit the official INSPIRE web portal. Remember to submit your application before the deadline! Good luck! 😊

What is the DST INSPIRE Faculty Fellowship?

The INSPIRE Faculty Fellowship provides financial support to outstanding young researchers for a period of five years. Fellows will receive a competitive monthly fellowship amount and a research grant to pursue independent research in various scientific fields, including:

• Basic and natural sciences
• Engineering
• Medicine
• Agriculture
• Veterinary science
• Translational research in science and technology (S&T)

Who can apply?

• Indian citizens or Persons of Indian Origin (PIO) with a Ph.D. in science, mathematics, engineering, pharmacy, medicine or agriculture from a recognized university.
• Candidates between the ages of 27 and 32 (as of January 1, 2024). Age relaxation is available for SC/ST/Women and persons with disabilities.
• Those with a strong academic record and publications in reputed journals demonstrate research potential.
• For candidates applying in Translational Research in S&T, a minimum of two patents filed or one granted is required.

What are the benefits of the DST INSPIRE Faculty Fellowship?

• A consolidated monthly fellowship of Rs. 1,25,000 with annual increments.
• A research grant of Rs. 7,00,000 per year for five years.

How to apply?

Applications are accepted online only through the INSPIRE web portal (https://www.online-inspire.gov.in/) from June 1, 2024 to July 15, 2024.

Important documents required:

• Passport size photograph
• Class 10 mark sheet (for date of birth verification)
• Marksheets of all educational qualifications
• Ph.D. degree certificate (or proof of submission)
• Community certificate (if applicable)
• Disability certificate (if applicable)
• Appointment letter (if currently employed)

For more information:

• Read the detailed guidelines and FAQs available on the INSPIRE web portal.
• Contact the INSPIRE-Faculty Fellowship program via email: [email protected]
• Call: 0124-6690020 or 0124-6690021

Don’t miss this opportunity to take your research career to the next level! Apply for the INSPIRE Faculty Fellowship today!