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IGSTC Industrial Fellowship- Post Doctoral Industrial Fellowship

Ministry: Ministry Of Science And Technology

Department: Department Of Science & Technology

This programme is aimed at encouraging Postdoctoral researchers/fresh PhDs in S&T with appreciable track record and having aptitude for applied research and technology development.

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About This Scheme

The "Indo-German Science & Technology Centre (IGSTC) Industrial Fellowship Programme" aims to support young Indian researchers by providing industrial exposure in German industries and industrial R&D institutions. The programme is jointly implemented by the Department of Science and Technology (DST), Government of India, and the Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF), Government of Germany. It encourages postdoctoral researchers and fresh PhD holders in Science & Technology towards applied research, innovation, and technology development. The fellowship also promotes Indo-German industry-academia and industry-industry collaboration through research networking and advanced industrial exposure.

Benefits

The financial support will be limited to:

The fellowship amount is €2500 per month.
Single round trip economy class airfare including visa fees and travel insurance: up to €1000.
Health Insurance: As per actuals with a maximum limit of €100/month.

Eligibility

Note: You may be eligible based on the information shown. Please verify the official eligibility requirements before applying.

Required Documents

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Consent Letter from the Host Institution.
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The applicant having institutional affiliation needs to submit an NOC from the Head of the institution at the time of application. NOC Format
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Applicants needs to submit recommendation letter from the mentor at parent organisation.
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PDIF applicant not having affiliation with an institution needs to submit 2 letters of reference.
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Proof of Date of Birth (Scan copy of Passport/ Aadhar Card).
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Proof of Education Qualifications arranged in reverse chronological order.
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Proof of Employment.

✦ Required ◦ Optional

How to Apply

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Application Process:

Step 1: IGSTC will advertise the Fellowship call once in a year through the IGSTC website (www.igstc.org) and other means.

Step 2: The prospective candidates need to apply online in the application portal along with the required attachments within the deadline as mentioned in the Advertisement/Call text.

Note: The application that should be submitted by other mechanisms will not be accepted.

Evaluation:

Applications will be evaluated by a Scientific Committee based on merit and compliance with the eligibility conditions. The decision of the Committee will be considered as final and binding.

Contact:

For queries:

Phone: +91-011-26543500

E-mail: industrial.fellowship@igstc.org

Mailing Address:

Indo-German Science & Technology Centre

Ground Floor, Block – II, Technology Bhavan,

New Mehrauli Road, New Delhi – 110016, India

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Level: Central Government