KSCSTE Post-Doctoral Fellowship 2026: ₹45,000 Monthly Stipend, Eligibility & How to Apply
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Quick answer
The KSCSTE Post-Doctoral Fellowship 2026 offers a monthly stipend of ₹45,000 plus 10% HRA and an annual contingency grant of ₹75,000 for up to 2 years. It is open to Ph.D. holders in science/engineering who are permanent residents of Kerala and meet other eligibility criteria. Apply online via the KSCSTE portal.
At a glance
| Main benefit | ₹45,000 + 10% HRA monthly, ₹75,000 contingency |
| Ministry / department | Science and Technology Department |
| Level | State Government (Kerala) |
| Age | Up to 40 years |
| Application mode | Online |
About the scheme
The KSCSTE Post-Doctoral Fellowship 2026 is a state‑level programme run by the Kerala State Council for Science, Technology and Environment. It aims to encourage Ph.D. holders to pursue further research and develop careers as scientists. Fellows receive a monthly stipend of ₹45,000 plus 10% HRA and an annual contingency grant of ₹75,000 for a maximum of two years. The fellowship is available only to permanent residents of Kerala who have a Ph.D. in science or engineering, have scored at least 60% in post‑graduation, and have published at least one SCI journal paper or secured a patent. Applicants must not be permanent employees, must not have previously received a post‑doctoral fellowship from KSCSTE or elsewhere, and must choose a research centre that is not the same as their Ph.D. centre. The programme requires a scientist mentor with at least five years of service left before retirement and full infrastructural support from the host institution.
Benefits
- ₹45,000 monthly stipend + 10% HRA
- ₹75,000 annual contingency grant
- Maximum duration 2 years
Who can apply (eligibility)
- Permanent resident of Kerala
- Ph.D. in science/engineering
- Minimum 60% marks in post‑graduation
- Not a permanent employee at time of application
- Age below 40 (relaxation 3 years for OBC, 5 years for SC/ST)
- No prior post‑doctoral fellowship from KSCSTE or elsewhere
- At least one SCI journal paper or patent
- Research centre not same as Ph.D. centre, preferably in Kerala or national institutions, government or R&D institutions
Who cannot apply
- Applicants who have already availed a post‑doctoral fellowship from KSCSTE or elsewhere
Documents required
- Identity proof of applicant
- Photo of applicant
- Proof of Date of Birth (Those who claim age relaxation should submit proof on reservation category)
- Proof of Permanent Residency in Kerala
- Marks Sheet and Certificate of PG
- Certificate of Ph.D
- Work & Research Experience certificate
- Reprints of latest Research Publications (Full-length paper)
- Biodata of Scientist Mentor - (Not to exceed 2 pages)
- Research Proposal- Technical Information
- List of Publications
- Declaration by the Applicant
- Consent from Scientist Mentor
- Endorsement from the Head of Host Institution
How to apply
- 1Visit the KSCSTE portal at https://submit.kscste.kerala.gov.in
- 2Register and fill the application form
- 3Upload all required documents
- 4Submit the application
- 5Await preliminary scrutiny and peer review
- 6If shortlisted, present the proposal before the Programme Advisory Committee
- 7Receive funding decision and sign the agreement
Frequently asked questions
What is the aim of the programme?+
The program programme to encourage Ph.D. holders to pursue further research and to develop career as scientist.
What is the objective of the programme?+
The objective of the scheme is to support the research aptitude of Doctorate holders in Science & Technology, To motivate Ph. D holders to pursue research and to develop career as scientists and to motivate fellows and impart the skills needed for them to become lifelong learners and to develop technical and leadership skills.
Which is the implementing agency of this programme?+
Kerala State Council for Science, Technology and Environment (KSCSTE)
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