Indian National Science Academy(INSA) has
instituted the INSA-JRD TATA FELLOWSHIP administered by CICS in honour of the
late JRD Tata, visionary and a leading industrialist.
The purpose of this Fellowship is to extend
facilities of scientific infrastructure and expertise of India to scientists
and researchers from other developing countries. The Fellowship established
from an Endowment received from Sir Dorabji Tata Trust fosters advanced
research training of scientists from the developing world and promote
south-south co-operation.
The Fellowship is intended for
researchers(Nationals) from developing countries except India, who have
aptitude for research and would be desirous of working in an Indian research
laboratory for a maximum period of 3 months. Applicants possessing Doctorate or
Master´s Degree in Science or equivalent degree in Engineering/Medicine and
allied disciplines, below 45 years of age may apply.
The fellowship covers 1) cost of return airfare
from place of work in their home country to place of work in India 2)
maintenance allowance and incidentals for three months, 3) accommodation to be
provided by the host institute either free of cost or at nominal charges and 4)
contingency grant for purchase of books and stationery.
Selection is based on the recommendations of a
Committee consisting of eminent scientists. The committee meets twice a year
during May and November.
Application form may be downloaded from this
website and sent to the Director, CICS.
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