A national-level selection committee constituted by the Department of Biotechnology for the purpose will select the final candidates for MKB-YRFP
M K Bhan-Young Researcher Fellowship Programme 2024-25
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Eligibility
Ph.D. degree holders in any branch of Life Sciences/Biotechnology or allied areas
Region
India
Award
A monthly remuneration of ₹90,000 and other benefits
Deadline
Closed
About The Program
M K Bhan-Young Researcher Fellowship Programme 2024-25 is an opportunity offered by the Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Ministry of Science & Technology, Government of India to PhD degree holders in any branch of Life Sciences/ Biotechnology/allied areas. The scheme offers an independent research grant to young post-doctoral fellows to enable them to emerge as future leaders and take up research focused on issues of national relevance. The selected fellows will receive a consolidated monthly remuneration of ₹90,000 and a research/contingency grant of ₹20,00,000 per annum.
Source: Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Ministry of Science & Technology, Government of India
EligibilityDeadline Date: Closed
To be eligible, an applicant must:-
- be an Indian National
- be below 35 years of age as of the closing date of the submission of the application
- hold a Ph.D. degree in any branch of Life Sciences/Biotechnology or allied areas
- have an excellent track record as evidenced by peer-reviewed publications, technologies developed, patents (if any)
- not hold a permanent position in any institute/university
Note:-
- Students who have submitted their Ph.D. thesis are also eligible to apply. However, a fellowship can be implemented only after the award of the degree.
- Applicants cannot have more than one fellowship at a given point in time.
Benefits
The selected fellows will receive the benefits in the following manner:
| Non-Recurring | |
| Description | Amount in ₹ |
| Equipment and accessories | Up to an amount of ₹10,00,000 (mostly in the first year) |
| Recurring | |
| Fellowship | ₹90,000 per month for 3 years |
| One manpower (JRF/SRF/Project Associate/Project Assistant), Consumables, Contingencies, and Travel (Travel expenditure is to be restricted up to ₹50,000 per year.) | ₹10,00,000 per annum (first year), ₹20,00,000 per annum (subsequent years) |
Note:-
- MKB-YRFP fellows can apply for research grants from various government agencies, but they can only receive a salary from one source. This means that they can receive research funding from multiple sources, but they can only be paid a salary by one of those sources.
- The Co-PI, or co-principal investigator, must be a regular faculty member at the institution where the research is being conducted. This is to ensure that the research is being conducted under the supervision of an experienced researcher.
Documents
- Proof of date of birth
- Master’s degree and Ph.D. certificate
- One copy of each publication
- One copy of recognition/award details
- Consent form from mentor (as the case may be) and host institute
How can you apply?
Eligible candidates can apply for the fellowship by following the steps mentioned below:
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 'Submit New form' button in the 'Submit New Application' section at the right-hand side of the dashboard.
Step 4: Fill in the required details, upload the necessary documents, and submit the online application in the prescribed format after accepting the declaration.
Important Dates
Application deadline: 16th March 2025
Selection Criteria
Important documents
Terms and Conditions
- The fellowship is a co-terminus with the project duration..
- The fellows will submit an annual progress report through the Host Institute.
- Each candidate can only be nominated by one institute, but institutes can nominate multiple candidates.
- The duration of the fellowship will be for a maximum period of three years and in exceptional cases, the duration could be extended by another two years on a fresh appraisal.
- A letter from the mentor, giving consent to provide laboratory space where the applicant desires to work, should be enclosed with the application.
- Fellows are not entitled to any kind of salary during the fellowship.
- If during the fellowship, the fellow finds regular employment in DBT AIs or receives any other fellowship, the applicants should immediately inform the DBT.
Contact Details
Dr Manoj Singh Rohilla, Scientist-F
Department of Biotechnology, Ministry of Science & Technology,
Room no. 613, 6th floor, Block-2,
CGO Complex, Lodhi Road, New Delhi-110003
Email ID: manojsrohilla.dbt@nic.in
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FAQ's
Question: What is the last date to apply for the M K Bhan-Young Researcher Fellowship Programme?
Answer: The last date to apply is 16th March 2025.
Question: Who is offering this fellowship?
Answer: The Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Ministry of Science & Technology, Government of India is offering this fellowship.
Question: What is the age limit for the Ramalingaswami Re-entry Fellowship?
Answer: To be eligible an applicant must be below 35 years of age.
Question: What are the awards for this scholarship?
Answer: Selected candidates will receive a consolidated monthly remuneration of ₹90,000 and other benefits.
Question: Can Indian students apply for this fellowship?
Answer: Yes, Indian students are eligible to apply for this fellowship.
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