Fellowship brief
| Stipend | The INSPIRE Fellowship provides a maximum of Rs. 20,000 per annum for contingency expenses. |
|---|---|
| Last date | The official listing gives no last date; the provider announces it with each call. |
| Who can apply | Age: 14 to 80 years |
| Provider | Department Of Science & Technology |
| How to apply | Online |
Contents of this entry
Overview
The INSPIRE Fellowship provides a maximum of Rs. 20,000 per annum for contingency expenses. Eligible candidates are 1st rank holders in specific fields or INSPIRE scholars. The deadline is not specified, so check the official portal for updates.
The INSPIRE Fellowship is part of the INSPIRE scheme by the Department of Science and Technology, Government of India. It aims to attract students to pursue doctoral degrees in various fields of science and technology.
This fellowship supports candidates in basic and applied sciences, including engineering, medicine, and agriculture.
By encouraging research in these areas, the fellowship helps strengthen India’s science and technology base.
Eligibility
- Age
- 14 to 80 years
Conditions in the official listing
Eligibility:
- Academic: 1st rank holders in postgraduate exams in basic/applied sciences or medicine; INSPIRE scholars with minimum 70% marks.
- Age: 14 to 80 years.
Who cannot apply
- 1st rank holders in autonomous colleges.
- Students with degrees from distance education.
- 1st rank holders in M.Sc. 2nd year/last year.
- Students availing multiple fellowships concurrently.
Two cases, worked through
Qualifies
Does not qualify
Each case is built only from the conditions in the official listing. Your own case may differ; the call decides.
Stipend in detail
Award value:
- Contingency grant: Rs. 20,000 per annum
The fellowship is tenable for a maximum of five years, starting from the effective date or until the completion of the Ph.D. program, whichever comes first. Payments are made through the Public Financial Management System (PFMS) to the host institute, which then transfers the amount to the fellow's bank account.
Work out HRA and the total over the tenure in the fellowship stipend calculator.
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Application steps
Application steps:
- Log in to the INSPIRE portal with your registered email ID and password.
- Click on the 'Fellowship' link.
- Select 'Apply for Fellowship'.
- Fill in all mandatory fields and check the declaration box.
- Click 'Submit'.
Common application errors
Common application errors:
- Not submitting the Rank Certificate in the prescribed format.
- Missing mandatory fields before submission.
- Not verifying documents with the host institute.
Tracking the application
To check the application status, use the application reference number on the INSPIRE portal.
Questions and answers
What is the INSPIRE Fellowship?
It is a fellowship to attract students for doctoral degrees in science and technology.
When can I apply for the INSPIRE Fellowship?
Applications are called during the 3rd or 4th quarter of each financial year.
What documents are required for the application?
You need educational certificates, a rank certificate, and a research proposal, among others.
How long is the fellowship tenable?
The fellowship is valid for a maximum of five years.
How is the fellowship amount disbursed?
It is paid through the PFMS to the host institute, which transfers it to your account.
Can I hold another fellowship while applying for INSPIRE?
No, you cannot avail multiple fellowships at the same time.
Official call and application portal
Applications are submitted only on the provider's own portal. jsrr.in does not accept forms, documents or fees.
Apply on online-inspire.gov.in
Documents from the provider
- Guidelines online-inspire.gov.in, PDF
- Website online-inspire.gov.in
- User Manual For Online Application online-inspire.gov.in, PDF
- Contact Us online-inspire.gov.in
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This entry was drafted with AI tools from the official listing. Each amount and date in it was checked automatically against that listing; read the official call before you apply.
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