Innovation In Science Pursuit For Inspired Research (INSPIRE) - Fellowship

What is Innovation In Science Pursuit For Inspired Research (INSPIRE) - Fellowship?

INSPIRE Fellowship is one of the components of INSPIRE scheme implemented by the Department of Science and Technology (DST), Government of India to strengthen the Science and Technology base of the country. This Component focuses on attracting students to pursue doctoral degree.

Benefit

> **Duration** The fellowship shall be tenable for a maximum period of five years from INSPIRE Fellowship “Effective Date” or completion of the Ph.D. program (i.e. up to the date of successful Ph.D. viva-voce), whichever is earlier. <br> > **HRA** HRA to the Fellows shall also be applicable as per GoI norms depending upon the location of the Host Institute. <br> > **Contingency Expenditure** Expenditure of contingency grant would be governed as per host institution norms. The limit of the contingency grant is ₹20,000/annum. The unspent balance of the contingency grant at the end of a year shall be adjusted to the next year with a maximum ceiling of ₹ 20,000. <br> > **Internship** INSPIRE Fellow shall be allowed for availing of a short-term Research Internship at any national or international Laboratory/ University/ Institute up to a maximum period of 18 months either in one or multiple slots during 5 years tenure of Fellowship. <br> > **Upgradation of Fellowship from JRF to SRF** The up-gradation of Fellowship from Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) to Senior Research Fellowship (SRF) would normally be considered after the completion of two (2) years of INSPIRE Fellowship. However, it can be considered after completion of one year as JRF if INSPIRE Fellow has an acceptance of at least one research paper (as a 1st Author) in any international peer-reviewed journal from the Ph.D. work carried out at the respective Host Institute. <br> > **Mode and Cycle of Payment** The fellowshi

Level

Central

Ministry / Dept.

Ministry Of Science And Technology

Benefit type

cash

Key eligibility

1. 1st Rank Holders in any recognized University and academic Institutions (Excluding Autonomous Colleges) in India in Post-Graduate (PG) level examination in Basic/Applied Sciences including Engineering, Pharmacy, Agricultural Sciences, and Veterinary Sciences. 1. 1st Rank Holders at the Graduate/P

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Benefits

> **Duration** The fellowship shall be tenable for a maximum period of five years from INSPIRE Fellowship “Effective Date” or completion of the Ph.D. program (i.e. up to the date of successful Ph.D. viva-voce), whichever is earlier. <br> > **HRA** HRA to the Fellows shall also be applicable as per GoI norms depending upon the location of the Host Institute. <br> > **Contingency Expenditure** Expenditure of contingency grant would be governed as per host institution norms. The limit of the contingency grant is ₹20,000/annum. The unspent balance of the contingency grant at the end of a year shall be adjusted to the next year with a maximum ceiling of ₹ 20,000. <br> > **Internship** INSPIRE Fellow shall be allowed for availing of a short-term Research Internship at any national or international Laboratory/ University/ Institute up to a maximum period of 18 months either in one or multiple slots during 5 years tenure of Fellowship. <br> > **Upgradation of Fellowship from JRF to SRF** The up-gradation of Fellowship from Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) to Senior Research Fellowship (SRF) would normally be considered after the completion of two (2) years of INSPIRE Fellowship. However, it can be considered after completion of one year as JRF if INSPIRE Fellow has an acceptance of at least one research paper (as a 1st Author) in any international peer-reviewed journal from the Ph.D. work carried out at the respective Host Institute. <br> > **Mode and Cycle of Payment** The fellowshi

Eligibility

Documents Required

How to Apply

1. Step 1: Online application — step 1

   Call for INSPIRE Fellowship Applications

2. Step 2: Online application — step 2

   Call for INSPIRE Fellowship applications is announced during 3 rd/4th quarter of each financial year. Applications are sought from the eligible students through the given below INSPIRE Web-portal: https://www.online-inspire.gov.in

3. Step 3: Online application — step 4

   One can apply for the INSPIRE Fellowship, online mode, only against the call. To apply online, please visit the link https://www.online-inspire.gov.in and follow the guidelines as given:

4. Step 4: Online application — step 6

   Step 1: Log in to the portal by entering the username (registered Email ID) and password.

5. Step 5: Online application — step 7

   Step 2: A screen will appear where you have to click the ‘Fellowship’ link.

6. Step 6: Online application — step 8

   Step 3: After clicking on the ‘Fellowship’ link, please click the button ‘Apply for Fellowship’.

7. Step 7: Online application — step 9

   Step 4: Fill in the mandatory fields of the following section by clicking the 'EDIT' button: Personal Particulars, Contact Details, Educational Qualification (from class 12th standard onwards), Eligibility Criteria, Enrolment in Ph.D., Current Employment details.

8. Step 8: Online application — step 10

   Step 5: Check the Declaration Button. Enter Place, Date, and Verification Code (CAPTCHA).

9. Step 9: Online application — step 11

   Step 6: Click 'Submit'. Once you click the SUBMIT Button, a page will appear mentioning that your application has been submitted successfully. A reference number will also be mentioned which shall be used for any communication.

10. Step 10: Online application — step 13

    Note 1: Please SAVE your filled details before proceeding to the next section.

11. Step 11: Online application — step 14

    Note 2: Fields marked * are mandatory.

12. Step 12: Online application — step 16

    IMPORTANT: Please note that you cannot Edit/Modify your application once you click SUBMIT Button. Please ensure that all the particulars you have provided are correct. You can click the 'PRINT PREVIEW' button to view the details entered.

13. Step 13: Online application — step 18

    Check Application Status

14. Step 14: Online application — step 19

    One can view the status of the application by entering the Application Reference Number in the portal. All applicants selected for the INSPIRE Fellowship shall be informed by an Email notification sent to the registered Email ID.

15. Step 15: Online application — step 21

    Online Selection Process

16. Step 16: Online application — step 22

    Two-tier selection process i.e. screening of eligible applications by an Internal Committee, followed by final selection through an Expert Committee. However, the selection process will be expected to complete within 6 months from the last date of submission of the application/requisite documents. The result (provisional/final offer/Rejection) of the selection process will be communicated to individually selected candidates through an online web portal (www.online-inspire.gov.in) only. The result shall be uploaded on the respective applicant’s INSPIRE web-portal account only.

Sources & References

• Official scheme website ↗
• Source record ↗
• Information is summarised from official government sources. Verify all details on the official website before applying.