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PostDoc
Chief Minister’s Nava Kerala Post Doctoral Fellowships (CMNPF) 2024
💰 ₹1,00,000 per month ⏱️ 2 years 📅 Expired 🎓 Ph.D. or M.D. (Medicine)
Chief Minister’s Nava Kerala Post Doctoral Fellowships (CMNPF) 2024 — Overview
The Chief Minister’s Nava Kerala Post Doctoral Fellowships (CMNPF) 2024 is an initiative by the Kerala State Higher Education Council (KSHEC) and funded by the Government of Kerala. This fellowship is designed for Ph.D. holders and M.D. degree holders in medicine, aiming to foster high-quality research that addresses the state's innovation and development needs across various sectors, including social sciences, economics, agriculture, and industry.
Key Highlights
- Monthly stipend of ₹1,00,000 for selected fellows.
- Eligibility for Ph.D. and M.D. degree holders.
- Focus on research related to Kerala's development.
- Annual contingency allowance of up to ₹2,00,000 for Science and Technology stream.
- Application deadline: 25th January 2024.
- Relaxation in age limit for women and reserved categories.
- Support for travel expenses for attending seminars and conferences.
- Research areas include social sciences, economics, and agriculture.
Eligibility Criteria
- Ph.D. degree holder or M.D. (Medicine) degree holder from a recognized university.
- Must be a resident of Kerala or working on Kerala-related research.
- Age limit: 45 years for general candidates, 35 years for permanent employees/teachers.
- Relaxation for women and reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC/Physically challenged).
Stipend & Financial Benefits
Selected fellows will receive:
- ₹50,000 per month in the first year.
- ₹1,00,000 per month in the second year.
- Annual contingency allowance of ₹50,000 for Arts and Humanities and ₹2,00,000 for Science and Technology.
How to Apply
- Visit the official application portal: Kerala State Higher Education Council.
- Click on the 'Register' button and fill in the required details.
- Access the online application form after registration.
- Complete the form and upload necessary documents.
- Submit the application.
Important Dates & Deadlines
- Application Start: Not specified
- Last Date: 25th January 2024
- Exam/Interview: To be announced
Selection Process
Selection will be conducted by an expert committee appointed by the Kerala State Higher Education Council (KSHEC). Candidates will be evaluated based on their research proposals and academic qualifications.
Contact Information
For further inquiries, contact:
- Email: heckerala@gmail.com
- Phone: Not specified
- Address: Kerala State Higher Education Council, Kerala
Eligibility Criteria
- Ph.D. degree holder or M.D. (Medicine) degree holder from a recognized university.
- Resident of Kerala or working on Kerala-related research.
- Age limit: 45 years for general candidates, 35 years for permanent employees/teachers.
- Relaxation for women and reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC/Physically challenged).
Benefits & Stipend
- ₹50,000 per month in the first year.
- ₹1,00,000 per month in the second year.
- Annual contingency allowance of ₹50,000 for Arts and Humanities.
- Annual contingency allowance of ₹2,00,000 for Science and Technology.
Application Process
- Visit the official application portal: Kerala State Higher Education Council.
- Click on the 'Register' button and fill in the required details.
- Access the online application form after registration.
- Complete the form and upload necessary documents.
- Submit the application.
Documents Required
- Duly filled and signed application form.
- Curriculum Vitae (CV).
- Expected Output and Outcome of Project.
- Work methodology.
- Research plan.
- Research summary.
- Research proposal.
- Date of Birth (DoB) proof.
- Academic transcripts and certificates.
Selection Process
Selection will be conducted by an expert committee appointed by the Kerala State Higher Education Council (KSHEC). Candidates will be evaluated based on their research proposals and academic qualifications.
📅 Important Dates
| Application Start | Not specified |
| Last Date | 25th January 2024 |
| Exam/Interview | To be announced |
Frequently Asked Questions
▶ What is the last date for Chief Ministeru2019s Nava Kerala Post Doctoral Fellowships?
25th January 2024
▶ What is the monthly stipend?
u20b91,00,000 per month in the second year.
▶ Who is eligible?
Ph.D. and M.D. degree holders residing in Kerala.
▶ How to apply online?
Visit the official application portal and register.
▶ Is there an application fee?
No application fee mentioned.
▶ What is the selection process?
Selection by an expert committee based on research proposals.
▶ Is this for SC/ST/OBC?
Yes, there is relaxation for SC/ST/OBC candidates.
▶ What is the duration?
The fellowship duration is typically two years.
Fellowship Details
| Full Name | Chief Minister’s Nava Kerala Post Doctoral Fellowships (CMNPF) 2024 |
| Stipend/Award | ₹1,00,000 per month |
| Duration | 2 years |
| Type | PostDoc |
| Status | Closed |
| Last Date | 25 Jan 2024 Expired |
| Qualification | Ph.D. or M.D. (Medicine) |
| Research Area | Social Sciences, Economics, Agriculture, Development, Industry |
| Gender | All |
| Age Range | 35 — 45 years |
| Department | Government of India |
| Provider | Kerala State Higher Education Council |
| Category | Agriculture, Development, Economics, Industry, Social Sciences |
| State | Kerala |
| Source | Buddy4Study |
| Provider | Kerala State Higher Education Council (State Government) |
| Official Website | www.kerala.gov.in ↗ |
| Apply Link | www.kerala.gov.in ↗ |
| heckerala@gmail.com | |
| Next Cycle | 2025 |
📅 Published: 03 Mar 2026