The “J.C. Bose fellowship” is awarded to active scientists in recognition of their outstanding performance. The fellowship is scientist-specific and very selective.
The fellowship amount is â‚ą25,000/- per month in addition to regular income.
Research grant of â‚ą15 lakhs per annum.
Overhead of â‚ą1.00 lakh per annum to the host institute.
Eligibility (who can apply)
The candidate should be an active scientist with a record of outstanding performance apparent from the award of the SS Bhatnagar prize and/or fellowship of science academies (including engineering, agriculture, and medicine).
The scientist should be in service at the time of nomination to this fellowship.
The nominee should be an Indian national working in institutions/Universities in India.
The fellowship can be availed up to 68 years of age.
The nominee is not availing of any other fellowship including personal fellowship amount and research grant (part of the fellowship) from any Government sources.
How to Apply
**Online**
> **Nomination:**
- The nominations can be sent by the Heads of the Institutions; JC Bose Fellows and Presidents of National Science Academies.
- The nominations are received throughout the year.
> **Online Application Procedure:** For successful online submission of the application the following points may be noted-
**Step 01:** The Nominator should first register on the online website. [Click here to register](https://www.serbonline.in/SERB/Registration)
**Step 02:** After [login](https://www.serbonline.in/SERB/HomePage#aboutus), go to Menu --> Proposal Submission --> Form Submission.
**Step 03:** Some of the details of the Nominee like Name, email, contact details, area of specialization, educational qualifications, employment details & research experience, etc. have to be entered at the time of submission.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for J.C. Bose Fellowship / what is the eligibility?
1. The candidate should be an active scientist with a record of outstanding performance apparent from the award of the SS Bhatnagar prize and/or fellowship of science academies (including engineering, agriculture, and medicine).
1. The scientist should be in service at the time of nomin...
What are the benefits of J.C. Bose Fellowship?
1. The fellowship amount is â‚ą25,000/- per month in addition to regular income.
1. Research grant of â‚ą15 lakhs per annum.
1. Overhead of â‚ą1.00 lakh per annum to the host institute.
How to apply online for J.C. Bose Fellowship?
**Online**
> **Nomination:**
- The nominations can be sent by the Heads of the Institutions; JC Bose Fellows and Presidents of National Science Academies.
- The nominations are received throughout the year.
> **Online Application Procedure:** For successful online submission of t...