What you get
The “SERB Research Scientists” will be entitled to receive the grants as given below: | Sl. No.Budget HeadAmount1Emolument** Consolidated amount of ₹1,20,000/- per month2Research Grant₹7,00,000/- per annum3Overheads₹1,00,000/- per annum All Inclusive | Note 01: Research grants can be used for minor equipment, consumables, contingencies, and travel. There is no provision for providing manpower support under this scheme. The Research Scientist is expected to undertake the research objectives by himself/herself during the entire duration of the SRS Scheme. | Note 02: The SERB Research Scientists are not eligible to receive any other research project/fellowship from any Government or Non-Governmental source during the tenure of the Scheme. | Note 03: The SERB Research Scientists must seek the consent of SERB if he/she intends to be away from the implementing institute (except for field work related to the project) continuously for a period of more than eight weeks. | Leave:** | - SERB Research Scientists are entitled to leave as per the rules of the host institution. | - Participation in scientific workshops held in India or abroad will be treated as on duty. | - Maternity leave as per the Govt. of India instructions issued from time to time would be available to female candidates in all categories.
Who can apply
Required Paperwork
- Aadhaar Card
- PAN Card
- Income Certificate
- Residence Proof (Domicile)
Common Questions
What is the “SERB Research Scientist Scheme”?
SERB Board has launched a new 'SERB Research Scientist (SRS) Scheme' for the awardees of INSPIRE Faculty and Ramanujan Fellowships, who fail to secure regular positions after completion of the regular tenure of five years in the respective schemes. The scheme provides an opportunity for them to continue their research activities and also to explore regular positions during the intervening period.
What is the objective of the Scheme?
The objective of the scheme is to identify and provide a platform for sustainment of the research career of INSPIRE Faculty and Ramanujan Fellows for an additional period of two years after completion of the regular tenure of five years in the respective schemes.
Which is the implementing agency of this scheme?
Science and Engineering Research Board, Government of India
What are the eligibility criteria for applying/availing the Fellowship?
The scheme is open only to INSPIRE Faculty and Ramanujan Fellows. | The applicant should have completed or nearing completion of the tenure of INSPIRE Faculty of DST or Ramanujan Fellowship of SERB. | The upper age limit for INSPIRE Faculty/Ramanujan Fellows is 40 years at the time of submission of application.
What are the areas covered under this Fellowship?
Chemical Sciences, Earth & Atmospheric Sciences, Engineering Sciences, Life Sciences, Mathematical Sciences, Physical Sciences
What is the nature of support for the Fellow?
Under this scheme, Emolument: Consolidated amount of [?]1,20,000/- per month Research Grant [?]7,00,000/- per annum Overheads [?]1,00,000/- per annum.
Can a fellow (SERB Research Scientist) be eligible to receive any other research project/fellowship?
No, the SERB Research Scientists are not eligible to receive any other research project/fellowship from any Government or Non-Governmental source during the tenure of the Scheme.
How many times can a fellow avail this fellowship?
Only once, the eligible fellow can avail this fellowship in his/her career.
What is the duration of this fellowship?
The scheme is tenable for a period of 2 years, extendable to one more year, subject to performance evaluation. Under any circumstances, the support is not extendable beyond three years.
When can an applicant apply for the Fellowship? What is the last date of acceptance of the application?
The application for SRS will be opened throughout the year. Application shall be submitted within six months before or after completion of regular tenure of the schemes. However, previous batches may be allowed to apply now at the opening of this new scheme.
How can an application submit under the scheme?
The candidates should submit 3 copies of the application printed on both sides of A4 size paper and send to: | Dr. Harish Kumar, Scientist F | Science and Engineering Research Board | 3rd & 4th floor, Block -II, Technology Bhawan, | New Mehrauli Road, New Delhi- 110016, INDIA
How will the applications be evaluated?
The application will be evaluated by a Selection Committee constituted for the purpose. The Committee may consider the performance evaluation by the relevant subject expert committee during the tenure of the INSPIRE Faculty/Ramanujan Fellowship Scheme. If required, the applicants may be called for personal interviews.