This competitive fellowship is to recognize scientists with an outstanding track record in Biological sciences and a deep commitment to find Innovative solutions to major problems in health care, agriculture and other related areas. The aim is to reward Interdisciplinary work of high quality with emphasis on translation and innovation.

The progress of scheme awarded with the fellowship will be reviewed annually by the experts based on the report submitted by the awardee to DBT (no physical presentation). Based on even single satisfactory report, release will be made.

Extension will be considered based on the recommendation of experts/​review committee for further two years (no physical presentation) with fellowship and Research grant.

• The fellowship is open to Indian Nationals residing in India who are below the age of 55 years as on last date of submission of application.
• The applicant should possess a Ph.D. degree in Life Sciences, Agriculture, Veterinary Science or a degree in Medical Sciences, Engineering or an equivalent degree in Biotechnology related areas. The applicant must have put in at least 10 years of work in the specific area.
• The candidate must have a regular position in a University/​Institute/​Organization and should be engaged in research and development. If he/​she is availing any other Fellowship, he/​she will have to opt for only one of the fellowships.
• The applicant should have spent at least 5 years in India before applying for the Fellowship.

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