Field of Research
Participation is open to all fields of Science & Technology/any field of natural science (basic and applied), engineering science, mathematics, statistics, health, and multi-disciplinary research in science & technology will be considered. Applicants engaged in multi-disciplinary research are invited to apply but should note that proposals for research solely in humanities, social or behavioural science are NOT eligible to apply.
Duration of fellowship
The duration of the fellowship must be for a minimum of 2 months and a maximum of 6 months. All travel must commence on or before 31 March 2018. Extension of date of departure from India beyond the expiry of 31 March 2018 will not be entertained. All fellows must return back to India after availing the fellowship on or before 30 September 2018. Fellows are responsible for making their own travel, visa, insurance, and accommodation arrangements, in consultation with the host institution as appropriate. The fellowship does not include support for bench fees and managerial costs.
Financial aid
- Monthly maintenance allowance @ JPY 3,62,000 per month per person to be supported by JSPS. (Note: It will be paid and disbursed by JSPS during the fellowship period at Japan.)
- International air fare of INR 75,000.
- Visa charges, medical insurance, and contingency of INR 25,000.
Documents required
- Application form as per INSA format (duly filled and forwarded through proper channel).
- Copy of PhD Degree (Self-attested).
- Letter of Support/NoC from the parent Institute/University and certifying that candidate is not serving any bond beyond 01.01.2018.
- Letter of invitation from the Japanese host.
- List of best 10 publications.
- Short CV (max.1 page).
