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KSCSTE Emeritus Scientist Scheme

The scheme “KSCSTE Emeritus Scientist Scheme” helps to provide opportunity to superannuated outstanding scientists to pursue research in their respective field of specialization and to harness their knowledge and erudition for the development of State.

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About This Scheme

The scheme “KSCSTE Emeritus Scientist Scheme” helps to provide an opportunity for superannuated outstanding scientists to pursue research in their respective fields of specialization and to harness their knowledge and erudition for the development of the State. Scientists/Academicians from Kerala State in the field of Science/Engineering who have retired from service or completed their assignments from reputed institutions with research publications in reputed journals are eligible to apply. Selection through review/evaluation by an expert committee. Objectives of the scheme: - Tap knowledge and provide support to superannuated outstanding scientists to pursue research in their respective fields of specialization. - To utilize their talent and use their experience in addressing state-level important issues.

Benefits

Selected candidates are eligible for:

₹31.0K · monthly

1. Monthly fellowship of ₹31,000/- for a maximum period of 3 years.

₹1.0 L

2. An annual Contingent grant of ₹1,00,000/- eligible for the entire project duration.

3. Technical Assistance in the form of a Project Fellow can be appointed to support research activity.

4. Fellowship will be given for a period not exceeding three years, (Maximum duration of the project - 3 Years).

Eligibility

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

Required Documents

  • Identity proof of applicant
  • Photo of applicant
  • Proof of permanent residency in Kerala
  • Certificate of Ph.D
  • Reprints of Research Publications in the last 3 years of application (Full-length paper)
  • Biodata of Applicant (include List of publications)
  • Proof of Superannuation duly endorsed by the head of the institution
  • [Consent letter](https://kscste.kerala.gov.in/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/ESS_ENDORSEMENT.pdf) from the head of the host institution
  • [Declaration](https://kscste.kerala.gov.in/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/ESS_DECLARATION.pdf) by the candidate
  • [Endorsement](https://kscste.kerala.gov.in/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/ESS_ENDORSEMENT.pdf) from the Head of Institution

✦ Required ◦ Optional

How to Apply

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Quick Info

Level
State Government
Max benefit
₹1.0 L