The scheme provides support to active researchers/ scientists/engineers who want to return to India from abroad and contribute their work for the country
Programme Type: Research and Development
Ministry / Department: Department of Science & Technology (DST), Govt of India
Focus Area: All Areas of Science
Target Audience: Scientists and Engineers
Funding Agency: Science and Engineering Research Board (SERB)
Eligibility: Indian scientists and engineers working abroad and are below the age of 40 years. The Nominee should possess higher degree or equivalent, such as Ph.D. in Science/ Engineering, Masters in Engineering or Technology/ MD in Medicine, etc. and have adequate professional experience.
Purpose: Capacity Building, Research
Funding Cycle: Rolling
Duration: 5 Years
Application Method: Online
Fellowship / Financial Assistance: Fellowship will be Rs. 1,35,000/- per month (consolidated including HRA). A research grant of Rs.7.00 lakh per annum and Rs.60,000/- per annum as overhead charges
