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Ramalingaswami Re-Entry Fellowship

Ministry: Ministry Of Science And Technology

Department: Department Of Biotechnology

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About This Scheme

The Department of Biotechnology has instituted a scheme known as the “Ramalingaswami Re-Entry Fellowship”. The scheme is aimed at Indian Nationals who are working overseas in various fields of biotechnology and life sciences and are interested in taking up scientific research positions in India. The Ramalingaswami Re-entry Fellows would be able to work in any of the scientific Institutions/Universities in the country. The applicant should have a proven/outstanding track record as evidenced by research publications and recognitions. The duration of the fellowship will be for a period of three years. Ramalingaswami Re-entry Fellows shall also be eligible for regular research grant through extramural and other research schemes of various S&T agencies of the Government of India. The scheme has been conceptualized with the aim of attracting highly skilled researchers (Indian Nationals) working overseas in various cutting-edge disciplines of any area of Life Sciences & Biotechnology, Bio-engineering, Healthcare (human and animal), Agriculture and Veterinary biotechnology, Bio-energy and allied areas by providing them an attractive avenue to pursue their R&D interests in Indian universities/institutions.

Benefits

Strong research funding support:

₹10.0 L · annual

₹10 lakh annually for the first two years

₹7.5 L · annual

₹7.5 lakh annually for the third and fourth years

₹5.0 L

₹5 lakh for the fifth year

₹1.0 L · monthly

1. Attractive consolidated fellowship of ₹1 lakh per month.

₹18.5K · monthly

1. Additional ₹18,500 per month provided as HRA.

₹50.0K

1. Annual institutional support of ₹50,000 as overhead charges.

1. Eligibility to seek additional research grants from Government of India science & technology agencies.

1. Fellowship tenure of 5 years with the possibility of a 2-year extension in exceptional cases.

1. During the extension period, fellows continue to receive fellowship and HRA benefits.

1. Encourages independent research while allowing collaboration with a regular faculty member as Co-PI.

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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Date of Birth Proof
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Copy of Passport (if applicable)
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Doctoral Degree Certificate
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Details of Research Contribution
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Reprints of 5 Best Research Publications
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Research Proposal detailing Proposed Research Work
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Certificate by Host Institute
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Letters of Recommendation
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Undertaking from the applicant/ Statement from Current Employer (certifying that applicant is not in a permanent position in India) (if applicable)

✦ Required ◦ Optional

How to Apply

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Quick Info

Level: Central Government
Max benefit: ₹10.0 L