A number of postdoctoral fellowships are available across various academic units. Candidates with a PhD in the relevant discipline, a strong academic and publication record and at most 32yrs of age (35 yrs for women) are encouraged to apply.
The postdoctoral fellowship amounts to Rs.60,000 per month. Fellows are provided rent-free accommodation on campus and those opting for off-campus housing receive a House Rent Allowance (HRA) which is 30% of the fellowship amount. They are also provided with a professional development allowance of Rs 100,000 per year which can be used for travel to national and international conferences, purchasing items like books, stationery, peripherals, laptop etc.
In addition to research, a Post Doctoral Fellow is expected contribute to 20% of their time towards teaching at the concerned academic unit.