INSPIRE Faculty Fellowship 2025
INSPIRE Faculty Fellowship 2025
The INSPIRE Faculty Fellowship (IFF), under the Innovation in Science Pursuit for Inspired Research (INSPIRE) scheme of the Department of Science and Technology (DST), Government of India, provides opportunities to young achievers in science, engineering, medicine, agriculture, and related fields to pursue independent research. The program is designed to strengthen high-quality scientific manpower in universities and research institutions across the country. Each selected fellow receives a consolidated monthly fellowship and an annual research grant to establish themselves as independent researchers. The fellowship is offered for a maximum period of five years, but it does not automatically guarantee a permanent academic or research position.
Documents Required
Applicants submit the following documents: Class 12 Marksheet Bachelor’s Degree Certificate & Marksheets Master’s Degree Certificate & Marksheets Ph.D. Degree/Provisional Certificate (or proof of thesis submission) Proof of Date of Birth (Birth Certificate/10th Marksheet) Category Certificate (if applicable) Disability Certificate (if applicable) Research Publications List Patent Certificates (if applying under Translational Research) Passport-size Photograph Aadhaar Card/Valid Government ID Proof
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet the following criteria: Applicant must be an Indian citizen or Person of Indian Origin (PIO) with a Ph.D. degree in Science, Mathematics, Engineering, Medicine, Pharmacy, or Agriculture from a recognized university. Applicant should have secured a minimum of 60% marks (or equivalent CGPA) from Class 12 onwards. Those who have submitted their Ph.D. thesis and are awaiting the award are also eligible; selection will be confirmed only after the degree is awarded. The upper age limit is 32 years (General), 37 years (SC/ST/Women), and 42 years (Persons with benchmark disability, ≥40%). Applicant must have publications in reputed journals showcasing strong research potential. Candidates applying under Translational Research in S&T must have at least two patents filed or one granted patent, and must select a host institute with a Govt.-supported Technology Business Incubator (TBI). Candidates holding a permanent academic/research position are not eligible. Candidates employed on contractual positions may apply, but if selected, they must resign from their current job before joining.
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The INSPIRE Faculty Fellowship (IFF), under the Innovation in Science Pursuit for Inspired Research (INSPIRE) scheme of the Department of Science and Technology (DST), Government of India, provides opportunities to young achievers in science, engineering, medicine, agriculture, and related fields to pursue independent research. The program is designed to strengthen high-quality scientific manpower in universities and research institutions across the country. Each selected fellow receives a consolidated monthly fellowship and an annual research grant to establish themselves as independent researchers. The fellowship is offered for a maximum period of five years, but it does not automatically guarantee a permanent academic or research position.