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KSCSTE Post-Doctoral Fellowship Programme

KSCSTE Post-Doctoral Fellowships will be provided to those who possess Ph.D. in science and engineering with high quality research publications in SCI journals. The program aims to encourage Ph.D. holders to pursue further research and to develop career as scientist.

Authority

State

Region

Kerala

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

- The scheme offers a Post-Doctoral Fellowship of ₹45,000/- + 10 % HRA per month along with an annual contingency grant of ₹75,000/-. | - The duration of the Fellowship is limited to a maximum of 2 years.

Who can apply

The Research Centre should not be the same as Ph.D Research Centre.; Research Centre should preferably be in Kerala, [however, premier National Institutions viz., IISER, IIT, IISc etc. outside the State shall also be considered].; Tenable in Government Institutions only.; Tenable only in R&D institutions (National/State level) or University Departments.

Required Paperwork

  • Aadhaar Card
  • PAN Card
  • Income Certificate
  • Residence Proof (Domicile)

Common Questions

What is the aim of the programme?

The program programme to encourage Ph.D. holders to pursue further research and to develop career as scientist.

What is the objective of the programme?

The objective of the scheme is to support the research aptitude of Doctorate holders in Science & Technology, To motivate Ph. D holders to pursue research and to develop career as scientists and to motivate fellows and impart the skills needed for them to become lifelong learners and to develop technical and leadership skills.

Which is the implementing agency of this programme?

Kerala State Council for Science, Technology and Environment (KSCSTE)

Who is eligible to get the benefits under the programme?

The applicant who has qualified Ph.D. in Science / Engineering subjects and has scored a minimum of 60% marks for post-graduation is eligible to apply.

What is the maximum age criterion to apply under the programme?

The age of the candidate should be below 40 years.

Is there any age relaxation for SC/ST/OBC categories under the programme?

Yes, relaxation in age is up to a maximum of 3 years for OBC and 5 years for SC/ST.

Is this programme only for the resident of Kerala State?

Yes, only the permanent Resident of Kerala can apply under the programme.

What is the qualification required to apply for the programme?

The applicants should have qualified Ph.D. in Science / Engineering subjects.

What should be the minimum marks for post-graduation?

The applicant should have scored minimum 60% marks for post-graduation.

How much will the monthly fellowship be given to the eligible fellow?

The scheme offers Post-doctoral fellowship of [?]45,000/- + 10 % HRA per month.

How much will the contingency grant to be paid under the programme?

Annual contingency grant of [?]75,000/- will also be paid under the programme.

What is the duration of the fellowship?

Duration of the Fellowship is limited to maximum 2 years.

Which subjects are to be considered under the programme?

The subject categories (i) Earth & Atmospheric Sciences (ii) Engineering Sciences (iii) Life Sciences (iv) Physical, Chemical & Mathematical sciences.

How can an applicant apply for the programme?

Eligible applicants may apply online in the KSCSTE web portal for New applications in the following link: https://submit.kscste.kerala.gov.in

Where can an applicant contact regarding this programme?

Scientist-in-charge (KSCSTE-PDF), Kerala State Council for Science Technology and Environment, | Sasthra Bhavan, Pattom, Thiruvananthapuram - 695004, Tel: +91-471-2548402, Email: jaya.kscste@kerala.gov.in