Candidates will be selected based on:
- Research proposal quality and relevance.
- Recommendation strength.
- Alignment with IIA’s research programs.

Ph.D. students in Physical Sciences/Astronomy/Astrophysics
India
Award of ₹35,000+ and other benefits
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The Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIA) Post-Doctoral Research Fellowship 2025 is a prestigious opportunity for young researchers in astronomy and astrophysics. The fellowship provides financial assistance and research support for scientists to pursue independent projects while engaging with IIA’s faculty and state-of-the-art observatories. Selected students will receive an award of up to ₹35,000 and other benefits.
Source: iiap.res.in
To be eligible, an applicant must:-
The selected students will receive an award of ₹35,000 and other benefits.
Eligible applicants can apply by following these steps:-
Step 1: Click on the 'Apply Now' button below.
Step 2: Click on the 'Register' button and fill in the required registration details (Note:- If already registered, log in using Gmail/Mobile number/Email ID).
Step 3: Click on the ‘CREATE AN ACCOUNT’ to pre-register.
Step 4: Once the pre-registration form is submitted, it will be reviewed.
Step 5: Fill out your application form using your credentials and proceed with your application.
Application Deadline: 30 September 2025
Candidates will be selected based on:
Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIA)
Koramangala, Bengaluru – 560034, India
Email ID: pdf@iiap.res.in | Phone Number: +91-80-2553 0672
Question: Who offers the Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIA) Post-Doctoral Research Fellowship 2025?
Answer: The Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIA), Bengaluru, is offering this fellowship.
Question: How much is the award worth?
Answer: The award is worth up to ₹35,000, which may vary according to experience and other allowances.
Question: What is the age limit for the fellowship?
Answer: The age limit of the fellowship is below 36 years.
Question: How long is the fellowship?
Answer: The fellowship duration is 2 years, extendable by 1 year.
Question: What is the deadline of the fellowship?
Answer: The deadline of the fellowship is 30 September 2025.