Overview
The Post-Doctoral Fellowship (PDF) programme of the Kerala State Council for Science, Technology and Environment (KSCSTE) aims to support Ph.D. holders in Science and Engineering with a strong research background. This initiative is designed to promote advanced research and foster the development of young scientists in their early career.
Fellowships are awarded to candidates who have demonstrated excellence in their doctoral work and have published high-quality research in peer-reviewed SCI journals. The fellowship must be availed at a research institution other than the one where the candidate completed their Ph.D., and only institutions within India are eligible.
Selection is based on merit and is carried out through a rigorous screening process by a selection committee. Evaluation parameters include the quality of the research proposal, academic credentials, publication record, recognitions, presentation, and discussions during the interview.
How to Apply
Eligible candidates can submit applications online for the 2024–25 cycle through the KSCSTE online portal.
Fellowship Details
- Monthly Fellowship: ₹60,000/-
- Annual Contingency Grant: ₹75,000/-
- Duration: Up to 2 years (non-extendable)
Eligibility Criteria
- Domicile: Must be a permanent resident of Kerala.
- Educational Qualification: Ph.D. in Science or Engineering (completed at the time of application) with a minimum of 60% marks in Post-Graduation.
- Research Centre Requirements:
- Should not be the same as the candidate’s Ph.D. institution.
- Should preferably be located in Kerala. However, exceptional institutions outside Kerala such as IISc, IITs, IISERs will also be considered.
- Must be a Government Institution (R&D institutions (State/National level) or University Departments)/ Private R&D Institution*
* Private organizations wishing to host KSCSTE Post-Doctoral Fellows should meet ANY 02/ 04 basic requirements and should furnish the details listed from (a) to (c) during online submission of application.
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Accreditation by Agencies | DSIR | NABH | NABL | UGC | AICTE | NBA* | NAAC** |
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| * At least 03 Programs should be NBA Accredited for 03 Years
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NIRF Ranking | NIRF Ranking as per 2023 <300 | ||||||
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Ongoing research projects | The organization should have a minimum of two ongoing research projects with a minimum net worth of Rs. 20,00,000/- , funded by State/Central Agencies ( DST, SERB, ANRF, DBT, CSIR, ICMR, DRDO etc.) | ||||||
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| a. | Facilities for Research | Proof of Equipment available for research, with details on the Make, Year of Purchase, Uses and Cost; Legal Software and Library Facilities- to be submitted as Annexure I | ||||||
| b. | Information on Faculty available for Research | Details of Faculty, qualification, Extramural Projects, h Index, Details of Patents- to be submitted as Annexure-II | ||||||
| c. | List of students / faculty doing Ph.D. | To be submitted as Annexure III | ||||||
- Publications: At least one research paper published in an SCI journal or a secured patent.
- Restrictions: Candidates who have previously availed a Post-Doctoral Fellowship from KSCSTE or any other agency are not eligible to apply.
Contact Information
Scientist-in-Charge (KSCSTE-PDF)
Kerala State Council for Science, Technology and Environment
Sasthra Bhavan, Pattom,
Thiruvananthapuram – 695004, Kerala
📞 Tel: +91-471-2548402
📧 Email: jaya.kscste@kerala.gov.in
Downloads
NEW APPLICANTS: 2023-24
New Applicants
- Revised Guidelines (Applicable for new selections after 28.10.2024)
- Guidelines
- Format for File uploads
- Declaration by the Applicant
- Consent from Scientist Mentor
- Endorsement from Head of Institution
- Proposal Technical Details
- Details of publications
On Tentative sanction of Project
- Revised Terms & Conditions (Applicable for new selections after 28.10.2024)
- Terms & Conditions
- E-payment form
Upon Joining the institute
ONGOING RESEARCHERS
Documents to be submitted for release of subsequent year grant
Documents to be Submitted on Completion of Project
- Statement of Expenditure & Utilization Certificate, Consolidated Statement of Expenditure
- Annual Progress Report for the 2nd year
- Project Completion Report
- Final Technical Report (FTR)
- Asset Transfer Certificate(if any)
Proof on participation in Kerala Science Congress