CHRIST UNIVERSITY - POST DOCTORAL FELLOWSHIP

General Information

Christ University is inviting applications for Post Doctoral Fellowship (PDF) for the academic year 2018-2019. CHRIST (Deemed to be University) will award Post Doctoral Fellowship (PDF) to selected Research Scholars in accordance with its Regulation in this regard. The objective of this award is to provide an opportunity to scholars to carry out advanced studies and research in the fields of Sciences, Engineering, Humanities, Social Sciences, Commerce, Management, Law and Education.

The Fellowship will be extended to successful candidates selected by a Selection Committee in consultation with the Departments of relevant discipline on the basis of prescribed selection criteria. Departments may announce every year the number vacancies for the position of Post Doctoral Fellow and the procedure of selection process. The Fellowship assistance may vary depending on the Research Discipline and will be normally for a period of two years and extendable up to three years. In exceptional cases, the Fellowship tenure may be permitted up to five years depending on the nature of the Research Project. A Post Doctoral Fellow is an individual holding a doctoral degree who is engaged in a temporary period of mentored research and/or scholarly training. PDF awarded by CHRIST (Deemed to be University) will not lead to any Degree.

Duration of Fellowship - The Post Doctoral Fellowship will be for the duration of two years (24 months) extendable by one year (12 months) subject to project necessity and satisfactory progress during the completed period as may be assessed and approved by the certifying authority as herein stated. Extension beyond 12 months may be considered in exceptional circumstances if so demanded by the Research Project requirements.

HRA will not be payable if hostel accommodation is provided by the University.

* The amount indicated is maximum permissible. Eligible amount will be fixed by assessing the Research Project.

Payment of Fellowship and Contingency Fund - Payment of Fellowship will be in arrears at the end of the month. The Contingency Fund shall be disbursed in two half yearly installments. 50% of the permissible fund shall be paid in advance along with payment of the Fellowship for the first month and the balance 50% along with the payment of the Fellowship for the seventh month. 

Eligibility

1. Research Scholars who have completed their PhD or those who have completed their public defence awaiting award of the Degree, with recognised research publications to their credit.

2. The candidate must have a doctorate degree in the relevant subject from Universities/Institutions recognised by UGC/Association of India Universities (AIU), with published research work to their credit. Not more than five years must have lapsed after award of the doctorate.

3. The candidate should have secured a minimum of 55% marks (or equivalent Grade) at UG level and 60% marks (or equivalent Grade) in PG level. In exceptional case of substantial number of Research Publications to one’s credit, the minimum prescribed mark/grade may be relaxed by up to 5%.

4. The Candidate must not be more than 42 years of age as on 1st June of the year of application. The upper age limit may be relaxed up to 45years for women candidates and for SC/ST/OBC/PH/ Minority Community candidates.

5. The Candidate should not be receiving any grant or research assistance by whatever name called from any other source.

6. The Candidate should not be engaged in any part-time or full time employment of any nature during the entire tenure of Fellowship.

Fees

The admission registration fee of Rs. 5,000/-

Application Procedure

All applications will be online and must be submitted within the specified time limits along with such details and enclosures as may be specified.

To apply online please click here.

 

For further details, please check :

https://christuniversity.in/post-doctoral-fellowship

Selection Procedure

The Selection will be based on personal interview by the Selection Committee. The Committee will make its recommendation on the basis of curriculum vitae, quality of publications, interview, presentation and such other credentials of the candidate.

Successful candidates will be intimated of the selection and the joining date individually.

Important Dates

Other Information

Contact

• Indian National Category                      : admissions@christuniversity.in

• NRI Student Category                           : nri.admission@christuniversity.in

• Foreign National Student Category      : isc.admission@christuniversity.in