DST National Postdoctoral Fellowship in Nano Science and Technology
Applications are invited for the award of the DST-Nano Mission Postdoctoral Fellowship in Nano Science and Technology for pursuing research in frontier areas of Nano Science and Technology.
This prestigious fellowship is tenable in Research Institutions/Universities, including non-profit R&D institutions across India.
The fellowship is awarded under the National Programme for Nano Science and Technology (NPNST) of the Department of Science & Technology, Government of India.
ELIGIBILITY
Applicants should either hold a Ph.D. degree in Science or Engineering or should have submitted their Ph.D. thesis with research interests in Nano Science and Technology and a strong academic record.
They should be below 40 years of age and demonstrate the potential to become future leaders in Indian science.
This fellowship is intended for work in new research areas and laboratories, separate from where the candidate obtained their doctorate.
DETAILS OF THE AWARD
The fellowship provides:
- A consolidated stipend of ₹60,000 per month plus applicable HRA.
- A research contingency grant of ₹2,00,000 per annum.
- Funds will be disbursed through the host institution/university.
- The fellowship is tenable for up to 2 years, with a possible extension to a third year based on research progress.
- Candidates who have submitted their Ph.D. thesis but are yet to be awarded the degree will receive ₹45,000 per month plus applicable HRA until the Ph.D. is awarded.
MODE OF SELECTION
Selection will be based on the recommendations of a Selection Committee after reviewing:
- Bio-data and academic/research record.
- Research proposal and merit in the area of Nano Science.
- Recommendation letters from referees.
- Performance in the interview.
The availability of relevant research facilities at the host institution will also be considered.
Selected candidates must join the host institution/university within two months.
MODE OF APPLICATION
Candidates should submit the application in the prescribed format along with:
- Bio-data.
- List of publications (attach reprints of two important papers).
- Copies of certificates (B.Sc., M.Sc., M.Tech, Ph.D.).
- One-page synopsis of Ph.D. thesis.
- A short research proposal (1000 words) compatible with the ongoing research of the proposed supervisor.
Submission Address:
The Administrative Officer
DST Postdoctoral Fellowship in Nano Science and Technology
Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research
Jakkur P.O., Bengaluru 560 064
In addition, candidates should send a soft copy as a single PDF file via email to:
dstcoord[at]jncasr[dot]ac[dot]in
Candidates should also request three referees to send their confidential evaluations directly to:
dstcoord[at]jncasr[dot]ac[dot]in
Note: There is no deadline for applications; they will be accepted throughout the year, and selection will be conducted periodically.
