ANRF National Postdoctoral Fellowship (N-PDF)

About this scheme

The ANRF National Postdoctoral Fellowship (N-PDF), formerly SERB N-PDF, is designed to identify and support promising young researchers for conducting postdoctoral research in frontier areas of science and engineering at Indian academic institutions and R&D laboratories. The fellowship provides a monthly stipend of ₹60,000 (JRF level) or ₹65,000 (SRF level) along with a contingent grant of ₹3,00,000 per annum for a period of up to 2 years. Fellows work under the guidance of a host mentor at a host institution. The scheme aims to provide research opportunities to young PhD holders and help them develop as independent researchers.

Eligibility

• Citizenship: Must be an Indian citizen
• Educational qualification: Must hold a Ph.D. degree in Science or Engineering from a recognized university or institution
• Age limit: Maximum 36 years of age as on the date of application (age relaxation for reserved categories as per Government norms)
• Host mentor: Must have a confirmed host mentor and host institution willing to supervise the research
• Employment status: Must not be employed or hold any regular position at the time of application

Benefits

• Monthly stipend of ₹60,000 (JRF level) or ₹65,000 (SRF level)
• Contingent grant of ₹3,00,000 per annum for research-related expenses
• Fellowship duration of up to 2 years
• Opportunity to work under experienced mentors at reputed institutions
• Research opportunities in frontier areas of science and engineering

Required documents

• Ph.D. degree certificate
• Detailed research proposal
• CV of the applicant
• Host mentor's CV and consent letter
• Age proof

Optional

• Category certificate (if applicable)
• Experience certificates