Tata Innovation Fellowship is a highly competitive scheme instituted by the Department of Biotechnology, Ministry of Science & Technology, Govt. of India in 2007 to recognize and reward Indian scientists below age of 55 years with excellent track record and have made significant scientific contributions in life sciences and biotechnology including fundamental research, healthcare, agriculture & allied areas, veterinary sciences and environmental sciences etc. The major emphasis is on innovation and translational research with a potential towards commercialization.
Nature of Support: Up to 10 Fellows can be supported annually with fellowship of Rs. 25,000/- per month in addition to regular salary from the host institute and contingency grant of Rs. 10.00 lakh per annum as per the revised guidelines w.e.f. 10.12.2021 for meeting the expenses in connection with the implementation of the research project. The duration of the support is for 3 years and extendable by another 2 years after review.
Eligibility: The applicant should possess a PhD degree in Life Sciences, Agriculture, Veterinary Science or a Master’s degree in Medical Sciences, Engineering or an equivalent degree in Biotechnology / related areas. The applicant must have outstanding contribution and publication in the specific area. The candidate must have a regular permanent position in a University/Institute/ Organization and should be engaged in research and development. If he/she is availing any other fellowship, he/she will have to opt for only one of the fellowships. The applicant should have spent at least 5 years in India before applying for the fellowship. Open to Indian Nationals residing in India who are below the age of 55 years as on closing date of application submission. The fellowship is co-terminus with the superannuation of fellow in his/her organization.
To apply for the fellowship, please visit: https://dbtepromis.nic.in/AwardeesTIF.aspx
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Contacts Concerned Officer for more Information
| Sl.No. | Name of Officer | Designation | Phone No. | Office | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Dr. Gandharva Nagpal | Scientist-D | gandharva[dot]nagpal[at]dbt[dot]nic[dot]in | ||
| 2. | Sh. Anil Kamboj | DEO-B | Room. No. 615, 6th Floor, Block-2 | ak[dot]kamboj[at]nic[dot]in |
