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IISc Post-Doctoral Fellowship (IPDF) 2026

The Indian Institute of Science, Bengaluru, invites applications from highly motivated researchers for the IISc Post-Doctoral Fellowship (IPDF). This fellowship is designed for candidates with a strong academic background and proven research excellence.

Candidates from India, Overseas Citizens of India (OCI), and foreign nationals are eligible to apply.

Fellowship Details

Fellowship Name: IISc Post-Doctoral Fellowship (IPDF)

Location: Bengaluru

Institution Type: Premier Research Institute

Mode of Application: Online

Departments / Research Areas

Candidates can apply to the following disciplines:

Biological Sciences

Biochemistry

Centre for Ecological Sciences

Centre for Neuroscience

Microbiology and Cell Biology

Molecular Biophysics Unit

Developmental Biology and Genetics

Chemical Sciences

Inorganic & Physical Chemistry

Materials Research Centre

Organic Chemistry

Solid State and Structural Chemistry

Physical & Mathematical Sciences

High Energy Physics

Instrumentation & Applied Physics

Mathematics

Physics

Electrical, Electronics & Computer Sciences (EECS)

Computer Science & Automation

Electrical Communication Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Electronic Systems Engineering

Mechanical Sciences

Aerospace Engineering

Civil Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Chemical Engineering

Materials Engineering

Earth & Atmospheric Sciences

Interdisciplinary Sciences

Bioengineering

Nano Science & Engineering

Computational & Data Sciences

Management Studies

Eligibility Criteria

Ph.D. with First Class or equivalent

Strong academic record throughout

Candidates who have submitted their Ph.D. thesis can also apply

Preferred age: Below 32 years

Duration

Initial: 1 Year

Extendable: 1 additional year (based on performance)

Fellowship Amount

₹80,000 per month + HRA

Research Grant: ₹2,00,000 per year

Note:

Candidates awaiting PhD defense will receive ₹50,000/month + HRA (no research grant) until completion.

Application Process

Contact an IISc faculty member for mentorship

Obtain a consent letter/email

Apply through the official IISc portal

Documents Required

CV with publication list

2–5 research papers (PDF)

Research proposal (max 500 words)

Faculty consent letter

PhD certificate / thesis submission proof

Any additional relevant documents

Important Dates

Applications are open throughout the year

Review deadlines:

31 March

30 June

30 September

31 December

Result: Within 6 weeks after review

Selection Process

Application screening

Shortlisting

Interview (Online / Offline)

Final Selection

Important Notes

Fellowship is non-transferable

Candidates must work at IISc campus

Meeting eligibility does not guarantee selection

Official Website

Visit the official website of Indian Institute of Science for detailed information and application.