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SERB - POWER Fellowship

Ministry: Ministry Of Science And Technology

Department: Department Of Science & Technology

The SERB - POWER Fellowship is designed to identify and reward excellent women researchers in Indian academic institutions and R&D laboratories, holding Ph.D. degrees in any branch of science and engineering.

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About This Scheme

SERB - POWER (Promoting Opportunities For Women in Exploratory Research) Fellowship was launched by the Department of Science & Technology, Government of India to mitigate gender disparity in science and engineering research funding in various S&T programs in Indian academic institutions and R&D Laboratories. The fellowship is aimed to enhance diversity in research to ensure equal access and weighted opportunities for Indian women scientists engaged in research and development activities. > Objectives: The fellowship is designed to identify and reward excellent women researchers in Indian academic institutions and R&D laboratories, holding Ph.D. degrees in any branch of science and engineering. > Duration of Fellowship: - Fellowship duration will be fixed for three years, without the possibility of extension. - Successful POWER Fellows cannot be re-nominated for the second time.

Benefits

₹15.0K · annual

  1. Fellowship of ₹15,000/- per month in addition to regular income.
  2. Research grant of ₹10 Lakhs per annum. Research grants can be used for minor equipment, research personnel, consumables, contingencies, and domestic travel.
  3. Overheads for the host institute.

Eligibility

Note: You may be eligible based on the information shown. Please verify the official eligibility requirements before applying.
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    The nominee should be an active woman scientist with an excellent record of research performance as an independent investigator.

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    The nominee should be an outstanding woman researcher and innovator working in Indian academic institutions and R&D laboratories, holding Ph.D. degrees in any branch of science and engineering.

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    The nominee should be in regular service throughout the duration of the Fellowship.

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    The nominee should be an Indian citizen between 35-55 years of age working in institutions in India.

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    The nominee should not be receiving any other fellowships from Government sources during the tenure.

Required Documents

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    Identity proof of candidate
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    Passport size photograph
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    Proof of age
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    Educational Qualifications certificates
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    Details of Professional awards/recognition/fellowship
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    Bank Details (Bank Account Number, Name of the Bank, Bank Branch, and IFSC Code)
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    Any other document, as required

✦ Required ◦ Optional

How to Apply

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Nomination Procedure:
  • Applications for the POWER fellowship are invited through nominations.
  • The nominations should be sent by the Heads of the Institutions or Fellows of National Academies.
  • The nominations will be received throughout the year through online only.
Application Procedure:

Step 01: The applicant will fill out the application form on the online portal. After submission of the form, a mail containing a link will be sent to the nominator by SERB.

Step 02: The nominator will click on the link provided in the mail to find the details of the application. After verification of the details, he/she will forward the nomination to SERB.

Selection Procedure:
  • Selection of POWER Fellows will be made twice a year by a specially constituted Search-cum-Selection Committee constituted for the purpose.
For queries & more:

Email: serb-power@serb.gov.in

Quick Info

Level
Central Government
Max benefit
₹15.0K

Categories

Women and ChildScience, IT & Communications

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