Applications are invited for “Ramalingaswami Re-entry Fellowship”, a re-entry scheme of the Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Ministry of Science & Technology, Govt. of India.
Scheme: Ramalingaswami Re-entry Fellowship
Fellowship amount & benefit: Selected awardees will receive a fellowship amount of Rs. 75,000/ pm (consolidated) and House Rent Allowance of Rs. 7,500/- p.m. wherever host institute provides accommodation to the fellow, the HRA amount will be deducted by the institution. Besides, each fellow will also receive research/contingency grant of Rs. 5,00,000/ year for purchase of consumables, minor equipment, international and domestic travel, engaging manpower and other contingent expenditure to be incurred in connection with the implementation of research project.
Duration : The duration of the fellowship will be for a period of five years. This is extendable by another 5 years on a fresh appraisal of performance.
Eligibility: The applicant should possess a Ph.D., MD or equivalent degree with an outstanding track record as reflected in publications and other recognitions. Only candidates (Indian nationals) working overseas are eligible to apply. Those who have already returned to India and are working in India are not eligible.The upper age limit for applying is 55 years as on 31st August, 2011.
How to apply: Click here to download application form. Applications may be sent as per proforma and duly forwarded by the competent authority to Dr. Meenakshi Munshi, Joint Director, Department of Biotechnology, Block-2, 7th Floor, CGO Complex, Lodhi Road, New Delhi -110 003, Email :- meenakshi29.dbt@nic.in
Application deadline: August 31, 2011
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Address:
Dr. Meenakshi Munshi
Joint Director
Department of Biotechnology
Block-2, 7th Floor, CGO Complex
Lodhi Road
New Delhi -110 003
Email: meenakshi29.dbt@nic.in
Website: http://dbtindia.nic.in/
