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AICTE Post-doctoral Fellowship (PDF) Scheme 2024-25
💰 ₹65,000/month ⏱️ 1 year (extendable based on evaluation) 🎓 Ph.D. in relevant fields
AICTE Post-doctoral Fellowship (PDF) Scheme 2024-25 — Overview
The AICTE Post-doctoral Fellowship (PDF) Scheme 2024-25 is an initiative by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) aimed at providing financial assistance to deserving candidates pursuing post-doctoral studies in AICTE-approved institutions. This fellowship is designed to promote research in specified fields and supports a total of 200 fellowships annually.
Key Highlights
- Monthly fellowship of ₹65,000.
- Annual contingency grant of ₹50,000.
- House Rent Allowance (HRA) as per central government norms.
- Eligibility for candidates under 35 years of age.
- Open to various disciplines including Engineering, Management, and Applied Sciences.
- Fellowship tenure of 1 year, extendable based on research evaluation.
- Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) for stipend disbursement.
- 200 fellowships available each year.
Eligibility Criteria
- Applicants must be under 35 years of age at the time of application.
- Must be unemployed and not in regular service.
- Minimum of 55% marks or equivalent at undergraduate/postgraduate level or a Ph.D. degree in a relevant field.
- Must enroll at an AICTE-approved institution.
- Must identify a supervisor from an AICTE-approved institute/university.
- Relaxation of 5% marks for reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC/PwD).
- Age relaxation of 5 years for SC/ST/PwD/women and 3 years for OBC candidates.
Stipend & Financial Benefits
- Monthly fellowship: ₹65,000
- Annual contingency grant: ₹50,000
- House Rent Allowance (HRA) as per central government norms.
How to Apply
- Visit the official AICTE fellowship portal: https://www.aicte-india.org.
- Click on the 'Apply Now' button.
- Register by filling in the required details.
- Log in using your registered email ID.
- Fill in the application form and upload necessary documents.
- Submit the application.
Important Dates & Deadlines
- Application Start: Always Open
- Last Date: Always Open
- Exam/Interview: Not applicable
Selection Process
The selection will be based on the evaluation of the research work and accomplishments at the Ph.D. level by the AICTE committee.
Contact Information
Email: info@aicte-india.org
Phone: +91-11-29581000
Address: All India Council for Technical Education, Nelson Mandela Marg, Vasant Kunj, New Delhi - 110070
Eligibility Criteria
- Under 35 years of age.
- Unemployed (not in regular service).
- Minimum 55% marks at undergraduate/postgraduate level or a Ph.D. degree.
- Enrollment in an AICTE-approved institution.
- Identification of a supervisor from an AICTE-approved institute.
- Relaxation of 5% marks for SC/ST/OBC/PwD.
- Age relaxation of 5 years for SC/ST/PwD/women and 3 years for OBC.
Benefits & Stipend
- Monthly fellowship: ₹65,000
- Annual contingency grant: ₹50,000
- House Rent Allowance (HRA) as per central government norms.
Application Process
- Visit the official AICTE fellowship portal: https://www.aicte-india.org.
- Click on the 'Apply Now' button.
- Register by filling in the required details.
- Log in using your registered email ID.
- Fill in the application form and upload necessary documents.
- Submit the application.
Documents Required
- Age proof (birth certificate/Aadhaar card).
- Ph.D. degree certificate/provisional certificate.
- Undergraduate and postgraduate degrees and marksheets.
- No Objection Certificate from the supervisor, HOD, and registrar/director.
- Caste certificate (if applicable).
- Disability certificate (if applicable).
Selection Process
The AICTE committee evaluates the research work and accomplishments at the Ph.D. level to select candidates for the fellowship.
📅 Important Dates
| Application Start | Always Open |
| Last Date | Always Open |
| Exam/Interview | Not applicable |
Frequently Asked Questions
▶ What is the last date for AICTE Post-doctoral Fellowship?
The application is always open.
▶ What is the monthly stipend?
The monthly stipend is u20b965,000.
▶ Who is eligible?
Candidates under 35 years of age who are unemployed and meet the educational criteria.
▶ How to apply online?
Visit the official AICTE portal and follow the application steps.
▶ Is there an application fee?
No application fee is mentioned.
▶ What is the selection process?
Selection is based on research evaluation by the AICTE committee.
▶ Is this for SC/ST/OBC?
Yes, there are relaxations for SC/ST/OBC candidates.
▶ What is the duration?
The fellowship is for 1 year, extendable based on evaluation.
Fellowship Details
| Full Name | AICTE Post-doctoral Fellowship (PDF) Scheme 2024-25 |
| Stipend/Award | ₹65,000/month |
| Duration | 1 year (extendable based on evaluation) |
| Type | PostDoc |
| Status | Open |
| Qualification | Ph.D. in relevant fields |
| Research Area | Engineering, Management, Applied Sciences |
| Gender | All |
| Age Range | Up to 35 years |
| Department | AICTE |
| Provider | All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) |
| Category | Applied Sciences, Engineering, Management |
| Source | Buddy4Study |
| Provider | All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) (Central Government) |
| Official Website | www.aicte-india.org ↗ |
| Apply Link | www.aicte-india.org ↗ |
| info@aicte-india.org | |
| Next Cycle | 2025-2026 |
📅 Published: 04 Mar 2026