Question: Who can apply for KSCSTE Post-Doctoral Fellowship Programme?

Answer: Here are the eligibility criteria for KSCSTE Post-Doctoral Fellowship Programme:

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DoctoralResearchScientistDetailsBenefitsEligibilityApplication ProcessDocuments RequiredFrequently Asked QuestionsKSCSTE Post-
Doctoral Fellowships will be provided to those who possess a Ph.D. in science and engineering with high-quality research publications in
SCI journals. The program aims to encourage Ph.D. holders to pursue further research and to develop careers as scientists. Selection of
candidates through screening cum selection committee after evaluating the quality of the proposal, presentation, discussion, details of
publications, academic records/recognitions, etc. The Post-Doctoral Fellowship can be availed for research in an institution other than
the department or institute in India where the candidate has undergone Ph.D. work.Objectives of the scheme:To support the research
aptitude of Doctorate holders in Science & Technology.To motivate Ph. D holders to pursue research and to develop careers as
scientists.To motivate fellows and impart the skills needed for them to become lifelong learners and to develop technical and leadership
skills.Necessary conditions as per the scheme:There should be a Scientist Mentor who is a regular faculty/staff of the institution under
whose guidance the researcher should carry out the work. The Scientist Mentor should have at least 5 or more years of service left in the
Institution before retirement. The Scientist Mentor should constantly monitor the progress of the project, facilitate smooth
implementation of the programme and ensure timely submission of financial utilization certificates by the institute to KSCSTE.Post-
Doctoral Fellow availing financial assistance/stipend from other State/Central funding agencies or other sources will not be
simultaneously eligible for KSCSTE Post-Doctoral Fellowship. The Post-Doctoral Fellow should furnish an undertaking to the effect
that He/She is not availing financial assistance/stipend from any other source simultaneously.The implementing Institute should provide
full infrastructural facilities such as a laboratory, computer, library, communication, accommodation, water, electricity, etc. for smooth
implementation of the project.The unutilized portion of the grant (along with the interest accrued) at the end of the project period should
be refunded to Council by DD in favor of Member Secretary, KSCSTEScientists who publish technical/scientific papers based on the
research work done under the project should acknowledge the assistance received from KSCSTE.The Post-Doctoral Fellow should not
enter into collaboration with a foreign party (individual/ industry) without prior approval of the Council.OkWas this helpful?ShareNews
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