Raja Ramanna Chair Scheme 2026: ₹1,00,000 Monthly Honorarium, Eligibility & How to Apply
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Quick answer
The Raja Ramanna Chair Scheme engages retired scientists, engineers and technologists from DAE units in research on critical atomic energy technologies. Selected awardees receive a monthly honorarium of ₹1,00,000, an annual research grant of ₹1,50,000, support for one research staff and 30 days leave per year. Applications are made through nomination by the host institute, submitted via email to rrcadmin@dae.gov.in with a hard copy to the Under Secretary (R&D-II), Anushakti Bhavan, Mumbai.
At a glance
| Main benefit | ₹1,00,000 monthly honorarium |
| Ministry / department | PMO |
| Level | Central Government |
| Age | Up to 70 years |
| Application mode | Online & offline |
About the scheme
The Raja Ramanna Chair (RRC) Scheme, implemented by the Department of Atomic Energy, seeks to utilise the expertise of retired scientists, engineers and technologists by engaging them in research and development projects on critical and sensitive technologies identified by DAE. Awardees work in host institutes such as DAE units, universities, national laboratories or research institutions, receiving an honorarium, research grant, support for one research staff, leave benefits and opportunities for mentorship, outreach and publication. The scheme is awarded initially for three years, extendable by two more years based on performance and age conditions.
Benefits
- Honorarium of ₹1,00,000 per month (subject to pension limit and taxable)
- Research support grant of ₹1,50,000 per annum for commuting, travel, meetings and conferences
- Reimbursement for one research staff (junior research fellow, senior research fellow or research associate) at actual DAE rates
- Opportunity to work on critical and sensitive technologies, mentor young scientists, deliver lectures and participate in HRD activities
- Support for public outreach activities and writing monographs or books on atomic energy
- 30 days leave per year with honorarium; prior permission required for foreign travel
Who can apply (eligibility)
- Applicant must be a retired scientist, engineer or technologist from DAE units or aided institutions
- Preference given to those with front-line research experience in sensitive/critical technologies and fellows of major science or engineering academies
- Must have rich experience in the selected research area
- Must possess domain knowledge related to the selected topic
- Must have expertise in the area of the topic selected for the award
- Maximum age limit is 70 years
Documents required
- Nomination Letter From Host Institute
- Full Office Address Of Host Institute
- Date Of Birth Proof
- Retirement Proof
- Designation Certificate At The Time Of Retirement
- Personal Contact Details
- Address Proof
- Institute Or Organization Retirement Certificate
- Project Proposal And Work Plan
- Details Of Selected Research Topic
- Highest Degree Certificate
- Field Of Specialization Details
- Professional Experience Details Of Last 10 Years
- List Of Honours And Awards
- Fellowship Certificates Of Science Or Engineering Academies (If Applicable)
- List Of 10 Most Important Publications
- Detailed Write-Up Of Project Work
- Deliverables And Research Plan
- Details Of Facilities Required From Host Institute
- Recommendation Letter From Head Of Host Institute
- Statement Of Expenditure And Utilization Certificate (For Renewal)
- Annual Progress Report
- Final Technical Report
How to apply
- 1The head of the host institute sends the nomination as a PDF attachment to the email address rrcadmin@dae.gov.in through the official DAE portal.
- 2A hard copy of the same nomination is also sent to the Under Secretary (R&D-II), Anushakti Bhavan, C.S.M Marg, Mumbai - 400001.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Raja Ramanna Chair (RRC) Scheme?+
The Raja Ramanna Chair (RRC) Scheme is a national-level scheme of the Department of Atomic Energy that engages retired scientists, engineers and technologists in research and development activities related to critical technologies.
Which department implements the scheme?+
The scheme is implemented by the Department of Atomic Energy.
Who is eligible to apply under the scheme?+
Retired scientists, engineers and technologists from DAE units, aided institutions, universities, national laboratories or institutes can apply, with preference for those having front-line research experience in sensitive/critical technologies and fellowship of major science or engineering academies.
What is the monthly honorarium provided under the scheme?+
The awardee receives an honorarium of ₹1,00,000 per month, subject to the condition that the honorarium plus pension does not exceed the last pay drawn at retirement and is taxable at source.
What is the research support grant under the scheme?+
The awardee receives a research support grant of ₹1,50,000 per annum for commuting, domestic travel, official meetings and conferences.
Can the awardee appoint research staff under the scheme?+
Yes, reimbursement for one research staff such as a junior research fellow, senior research fellow or research associate is provided at actual rates fixed by DAE.
What is the duration of the award and possible extension?+
The initial tenure of the award is three years, which may be extended by two years based on performance and age limit conditions.
What is the maximum age limit under the scheme?+
The maximum age limit under the scheme is 70 years.
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