ICMR Junior Research Fellowship 2020

Who can apply for this scholarship ?
To be eligible, an applicant must:
Have an MSc/MA or an equivalent degree
Have obtained a minimum of 55% marks (For General/OBC students) or 50% marks (For SC/ST/PwBD students) in their degree
Not be more than 28 years of age as on 30 September 2020 (Relaxable up to 5 years for SC/ST/PwBD/Female candidates and 3 years for OBC candidates)
Note: Candidates appearing in the final year examination in 2019-20 session can also apply.


What are the benefits ?
A total of 150 fellowships would be awarded. The selected fellows will receive the following benefits:
Monthly stipend of INR 31,000
Yearly contingency grant of up to INR 20,000
HRA and medical benefits
After performance review post 2 years, the fellow may be awarded the Senior Research Fellowship (SRF)


What are the documents required for the ICMR Junior Research Fellowship 2020?
The following documents are required to be uploaded along with the application:
A detailed plan of proposed work
Attested copies of certificates/degrees and mark sheets for each examination passed
Certificate by the head of the institute in the specified format
Bio-data of the guide/co-guide in the specified format


What are the important dates ?
Online applications start: 27th April 2020
Deadline for online application: 27th May 2020
Date of entrance examination: 12th July 2020

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