UGC Post-Doctoral Fellowships 2012 for Indian Scholars in US
University Grants Commission invites applications for 300 Post-Doctoral Fellowships for Indian Scholars in United States for the year 2012 under Singh‐Obama 21st Century Knowledge Initiative 2012.
Eligibility
The applicant should be a permanent teacher within 40 years of age as on Dec. 31, 2012, in an institution recognized by UGC Act and should possess a Ph.D. Degree in the respective field.
The applicant should possess at least 60 per cent marks or equivalent in the post-graduate degree.
The applicant should possess a Ph.D. degree in respective academic discipline (Humanities, Social Sciences, Natural Science, Engineering, Technology, Agricultural Sciences) or MD/MS/Ph.D. in Medical Sciences.
The Applicant must provide proof of having carried out independent research work published in peer reviewed journals preferably indexed.
The applicant should be of age up to 40 years as on 31 December 2012.
Fellowship
US $ 3000 per month
Personal contingency grant of upto a maximum of Rs. 50,000 to cover for visa, airport transfer, medical insurance etc.
Grant of $ 600 for fellowship period upto 6 months.
Grant of $ 1200 for fellowship period beyond 6 months.
Application Form is available at UGC website
The applications in the prescribed format may be submitted only through online mode latest by 11th July, 2012.