Activity at Glance
Human Resource Development Group of CSIR has been contributing significantly towards producing an ‘inquiring society’. The various programmes and activities of the Group relate to: Identifying budding talent having aptitude and aspirations to work for the generation of new knowledge and technology; Funding of extra mural research; Development of S&T manpower; Nurturing young talents; Promoting excellence through awards and honors; and Encouraging interaction among scientists. These programmes cover a wide range of S&T disciplines and age groups and are undertaken through a true Team India partnership i.e., with active involvement and participation of eminent scientists and experts from academia, industrial R&D units, S&T departments, etc. The highlights of various schemes evolved by the Group over the years are given below: | ||||
| Name of the Schemes(Year of inception) | Eligibility/Qualification/age | Normal time for application | Amount/Stipend/Grant | Tenure |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A Doctoral and Postdoctoral Fellowships | ||||
| Junior Research Fellowship(JRF- NET)a (through NET, in 1983) | BS-4 years program/BE/B. Tech/B. Pharma/MBBS/ Integrated BS-MS/M.Sc. or Equivalent degree/BSc (Hons) or equivalent degree holders or students enrolled in integrated MS-Ph.D program with at least 55% marks for General & OBC (50% for SC/ST candidates, Physically and Visually handicapped candidates). Candidate enrolled for M.Sc. or having completed 10+2+3 years of the above qualifying examination are also eligible to apply in the above subject under the Result Awaited (RA) category. Age limit: 28yrs b | Twice a year, in response to advertisement in Employment News in Feb/Aug | Rs. 31000/-pmc with annual contingency grant of Rs. 20,000/- | 5 years, upgraded to SRF after 2 years |
JRF-GATE a (2002) ( Tenable at CSIR Labs) | BE/B. Tech degree holders in engineering discipline with valid GATE score; or Candidates with B. Pharm degree and having qualified GPAT ; | As per advertisement by individual CSIR labs | Rs. 31000/-pmc with annual contingency grant of Rs. 20,000/- | 5 years, upgraded to SRF after 2 years |
| Dr Shyama Prasad Mukherjee (SPMF) Fellowshipa (2001) | Offered to certain toppers of NET (details available on HRDG website) | - | Rs. 36,000/- pmc ; upgraded to Rs.42,000/-pmc after two years with annual contingency grant of Rs. 70,000/- | 5 years |
| Senior Research Fellowship (SRF)a (1950) | As Given in the Website Age limit: 32 years b | Advertised in Employment News | Basic Sciences : Rs. 35000/- pmc ; Engineering and Medical Sciences: Rs. 35000/- pmc with annual contingency grant of Rs. 20,000/- for all | 3 years; total JRF + SRF tenure: 5 years |
| Research Associateship (RA) (1950) | As Given in the Website Age limit: 35 years b | Advertised in Employment News | Rs.47000/-pmc,d or Rs. 49000/-pmc,d or Rs. 54000/-pmc,d with annual contingency grant of Rs. 20,000/- for all | 3 years |
CSIR Nehru Science PDF (2009) (Tenable at CSIR Labs) | Within 3 years of Award of Ph D or those who have submitted or about to submit their Ph D Thesis. Publications Mandatory Age limit: 32 years b | Any time of the Year | Rs. 65000/-pmc or with annual contingency grant of Rs. 3.0 Lakh | Usually 2 years |
| Senior Research Associateship e(SRA-Scientist Pool)(1958) | Agricultural, Chemical, Earth, Atmospheric, Ocean & Planetary, Life, Materials, Mathematics, Statistics, Operations Research and Computer and Physical Sciences Science: PhD followed by two (2) years of research/teaching experience. Pharmaceutical/Veterinary and Engineering Sciences: Fresh PhD or thesis submitted in Pharmaceutics/ Veterinary Sciences and engineering/ technology, respectively; Medical Sciences: MD/MS/MDS or equivalent degree followed by two years of Residency in Hospital, or equivalent experience, or research experience, or higher degrees; And Publication(s); | Any time of the year | Basic Rs. 21,000/- to Rs. 25,810/- plus allowances | 3 years |
| B Extramural Research Schemes | ||||
Emeritus Scientiste (ES) (1958) | Eminent Superannuated Scientists/Technologists | Any time of the year | Rs. 20,000/- pm (honorarium); a suitable contingency grant & a Research Fellow /Associate | 3 years; extendable by 2 more years upto 65 years of age |
Funding of Research Schemese (RS) (1943) | Faculty/Scientists employed in universities, research institutions and R&D units | Any time of the year | Normally up to Rs. 15 lakhs | Usually 3 years |
| Funding of Sponsored Research Schemese (1993) | Faculty/Scientists employed in universities, research institutions and R&D units Tie up with CSIR labs is a requirement | Any time of the year | Varies, up to Rs. 25 lakhs | Usually 3 years |
| Grant for Journalse | Only journals brought out in Indian languages with the sole objective of popularizing science | Any time of the year | Normally varies between Rs. 10,000/- and Rs. 1,00,000/- per annum | Year to year basis |
C Promoting Knowledge Sharing through Grants | ||||
Travel Grante (PTG) (1981) | Research Fellows/Associates, whose papers have been accepted for presentation in international conferences | Any time of the year, preferably 3 months before the event | Full or partial grant for travel only | - |
| Grant for holding Symposium/ Seminare (1962) | Seminars, Symposia Conferences etc organised on a national level by S & T societies/associations, etc | Any time of the year, preferably 3 months before the event | Normally varies between Rs. 10,000/- and Rs. 1,00,000/- | - |
| D Promotion and Recognition of Excellence through Awards | ||||
Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar Prize (SSB)e (1957) | Any Indian citizen with proven R&D track record of achieving excellence in S&T; Overseas citizen of India (OCI) and Persons of Indian Origin (PIO) working in India are also eligible. | Once a year Dec/Jan | Citation, plaque and Rs. 5,00,000/- as prize money, Book assistance of Rs. 10,000/- pa, Special honorarium of Rs15,000/-pm till superannuation | - |
| G N Ramachandran Gold Medal for Excellence in Biological Sciences & Technology (GNR)e (2004) | Any citizen of India engaged in research in Biological Sciences & Technology. Overseas citizen of India (OCI) and Persons of Indian Origin (PIO) working in India are also eligible. | Once a year April/May | Gold Medal and Citation | - |
| Young Scientist Award (YSA)e (1987) | Scientist working in CSIR system; | Once a year Jan/Feb | Citation, plaque and Rs. 50,000/- as prize money and research project of about Rs. 25 lakhs for 5 years, Special Incentive Rs.7500/- pm till 45 years of age | |
| Bhatnagar Fellowship | The Fellowship will be awarded to leading Indian Scientists/ Technologists in recognition of their ongoing impactful scientific and/or technological contributions, particularly during last 10 years, as evidenced through publications ,patents, transfer of technology, honours, awards etc. Overseas Citizen of India(OCI) and Persons of Indian Origin (PIO) working in India are also eligible . The awardee is expected to associates with a mission of thurst area program of CSIR or an area of interest to CSIR. The Bhatnagar fellowship will be full time R&D engagement.It shall not be considered as re-employment. | The nominations of scientists and technologists would be received throughout the year. | The annual grant shall upto the ceiling of Rs. 40 lakh, and Research Project Grant shall be upto the ceiling of Rs 25 lakh per annum, which shall be appraised by the search-cum-selection committee for the budget and other resource requirement. For Retired awardees drawing pension, the amount of Fellowship shall be equivalent to the Apex scale at the level of Secretary to the GOI after adjusting the pension. For awardees who Retired withoout receiving pension, the amount of fellowship shall be equivalent to the Apex scale at the level of Secretary to Goverment of India. For awardees in service, the Fellowship of Rs. 50,000 per month over and above the existing salary will be provided. | 3 years; extendable by 2 more years after due appraisal |
| E Intership | ||||
| CSIR Diamond Jubilee Research Interns Awards (2003) | Ist Class BE/BTech/BArch/ | As per advertisement by CSIR labs | Rs. 24000/- pm (fixed) | 2 years |
| a The fellowships are given for doing PhD. b Relaxation in age limit upto 5 years for SC /ST /physically handicapped and women candidates and 3 years for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates. c In addition, house rent allowance (HRA) according to the rules of the organization where placed, is admissible. d The stipend can be fixed in any of the three categories depending upon qualifications/ experience/ recommendations by the Committee. e Further details, terms and conditions and application proforma can be obtained from the Head, Human Resource Development Group, CSIR Complex, Library Avenue, Pusa, New Delhi – 110 012 or can be downloaded from the website http://www.csirhrdg.res.in.
Contact Address :
Head Human Resource Development Group CSIR Complex, Library Avenue, Pusa New Delhi 110 012 E-mail : headhrdg[at]csirhrdg[dot]res[dot]in Website: www.csirhrdg.res.in | ||||
