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ICMR-Junior Research Fellowship

Ministry: Ministry Of Health & Family Welfare

The scheme aims to provide financial assistance and research opportunities to eligible candidates through Junior Research Fellowship for pursuing Ph.D. programmes in medical and social science fields.

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About This Scheme

The scheme "ICMR-Junior Research Fellowship" by the Department of Health Research, Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, aims to select eligible Indian candidates for research through a national-level entrance examination and provide financial support for pursuing Ph.D. programmes. It provides fellowships to candidates in Life Sciences and Social Sciences streams based on merit. A total of 150 fellowships are awarded, along with additional candidates for placement under ICMR-funded projects. The fellowship is granted subject to securing placement in recognized institutions such as medical colleges, universities, or research institutes. The validity of the fellowship is 6 months, and the result remains valid for 2 years for placement.

Benefits

₹31.0K · annual

Fellowship Stipend: ₹31,000/- per month for 1st and 2nd year (JRF); ₹35,000/- per month for 3rd to 5th year (SRF, if upgraded).
Contingency Grant: ₹20,000/- per year for research-related expenses.
Fellowship Duration: JRF for 2 to 3 years; SRF for a maximum 3 years; total duration up to 5 years.
Ph.D. Opportunity: Eligible candidates can enroll in Ph.D. programmes in recognized universities/institutions.
Hostel Facility: Hostel accommodation may be provided by the institute, subject to availability.
Medical Benefits: Provided as per the rules of the respective institution (ICMR does not bear expenses).
Leave Benefits: Casual leave and maternity leave as per Government rules.
Additional Opportunity: 100 additional candidates considered for JRF positions under ICMR-funded projects (subject to conditions).

Note:

The Fellow will not be treated as an employee of the ICMR.
The applicant should not draw any stipend or salary or be in receipt of any other type of financial assistance except leave salary during the fellowship.

Eligibility

Note: You may be eligible based on the information shown. Please verify the official eligibility requirements before applying.

Required Documents

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Identity proof of applicant
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Passport size photographs
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Educational qualification certificates
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Proof of age
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Caste certificate for SC/ST candidates
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Medical certificate for persons with disability
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Any other document, as required

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How to Apply

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Step 1: The advertisement is published in leading English Newspapers of India usually during March/April and also on the official website.

Step 2: The eligible candidates can fill out the application forms on the official website after the official release of the notification.

Step 3: The entrance examination is usually held in the first/second week of July.

Step 4: The candidates will be selected on the basis of marks obtained in the examination.

Step 5: The final result will be based on an aggregate of 55 % marks obtained in both the sections for the General category and OBC and 50% for SC/ST and physically handicapped.

Step 6: The list of successful candidates will be available on the ICMR website. Selected candidates must join their respective Ph.D. courses on the prescribed date as indicated in their admission letter.