Last date
14/06/2026
Reward
50,000
Qualification
Science, Management, Engineering, Law, Other
Post
Higher studies
General information
Scholarship name
CHRIST UNIVERSITY - POST DOCTORAL FELLOWSHIP
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 of vacancies for the position of Post Doctoral Fellow and the procedure of the 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.
- Region
- Karnataka
- Scholarship type
- Private
- Fields
- Science, Management, Engineering, Law, Other
- For
- Higher studies
Key dates
Last date to apply: 14/06/2026 The last date to apply for this fellowship is June 14, 2026.
Eligibility
- 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.
- 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.
- 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 substantialnumber of Research Publications to one’s credit, the minimum prescribed mark/grade may be relaxed by up to 5%.
- The Candidate must not be more than 42 years of age. The upper age limit may be relaxed up to 45 years for women candidates and for SC/ST/OBC/PH/ Minority Community candidates.
- The Candidate should not be receiving any grant or research assistance by whatever name called from any other source.
- The Candidate should not be engaged in any part-time or full time employment of any nature during the entire tenure of Fellowship.
Award & availability
Stated amount: 50,000 The financial assistance available under Christ University Post Doctoral Fellowship Scheme will be as under: Nature of Assistance Sciences & Engineering Post Doctoral Experience 0-2 yrs Sciences & Engineering Post Doctoral Experience 2-4 yrs Humanities, Social Sciences, Commerce, Management Post Doctoral Experience 0-2 yrs Humanities, Social Sciences, Commerce, Management Post Doctoral Experience 2-4 yrs Monthly Fellowship with annual increase of Rs 1000/- Rs 25000 Rs 28000 Rs 23000 Rs 26000 HRA Rs 3500 Rs 3500 Rs 3500 Rs 3500 Contingency Fund per Annum* Rs 50000 Rs 50000 Rs 40000 Rs 40000 Escorts / Reader Assistance per month in cases of physically disabled & blind candidates Rs 2000 Rs 2000 Rs 2000 Rs 2000 Number of Fellowship is the subject to availability, for more please visit official website.
Application
The admission registration fee of Rs. 5,000/- Applicants can obtain the application form at Counter No.7, Office of Admissions, Ground Floor, Central Block, Christ University Main Campus, Bengaluru or can be downloaded (Click here to download the application form) Applicants must print, fill the details, sign the application form and submit it to the Office of Admissions for process. A copy of the application can be retained for further reference and should be brought at the time of interview. The filled in application along with the necessary documents sealed in an A4 size envelope should be either sent by courier / Registered Post or in person. Kindly mention the mobile no and the discipline you have applied on the top of the envelope. The Application can be sent to the below address: The Office of Admissions, ChristUniversity, Hosur Road, Bengaluru - 560 029
Selection process
The Selection will be based on a personal interview by the Selection Committee. The Committee will make its recommendation on the basis of the curriculum vitae, quality of publications, interview, presentation, and other credentials of the candidate. Successful candidates will be intimated of the selection and the joining date individually. The selected candidate will be issued letter of appointment as Post Doctoral Fellow in the prescribed format. The Selection Committee may be constituted by the Centre for Research and will include the Head of the Department (HOD), the Dean of the Faculty, the nominee Supervisor and the Director of the Centre for Research. Other Info Cancellation of the Appointment / Fellowship The appointment of PDF and the Fellowship liable to be cancelled at any time in the following circumstances: a. The PDF directly or indirectly commits or becomes a party to any misconduct or is in breach of any of the obligations under this Regulation. b. The PDF is involved in any Criminal Proceedings. c. The PDF has secured the appointment by mis-representation of any of the material information and/or by fraudulent act. d. Wilful and continuing neglect of Research work or unsatisfactory progress in Research or unauthorised and prolonged absence from work. e. Wilful disobedience of or indifference to the Supervisor. f. University decides to discontinue the Research by giving one month’s notice in writing.
Contact
1. Indian National Category: admissions@christuniversity.in 2. NRI Student Category: nri.admission@christuniversity.in 3. Foreign National Student Category: isc.admission@christuniversity.in For more information: Click here Apply Now https://christuniversity.in/apply-online#apply_now