Multiple schemes including Early Career Fellowships (ECF, 5 years, up to INR 3.6 Cr research funds), Intermediate Fellowships (IF, 5 years, up to INR 4.5 Cr), Senior Fellowships (SF, 5 years), Collaborative Grants, Research Management Programme; salary support up to INR 10.3 L/annum + top‑up, generous research/contingency funds, collaboration/travel support.
Purpose - To build excellence in Indian biomedical research by supporting future leaders through flexible, generous funding across career stages from early postdoc to senior levels.
Area - Basic biomedical sciences, clinical research, public health, veterinary sciences, interdisciplinary health research.
Funding Agency - Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Govt. of India & Wellcome Trust, UK (via India Alliance SPV, Phase III 2025–2031, Rs 1500 Cr total).
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ECF: Postdoc with 0–4 years post‑PhD experience (final year PhD eligible); IF: 4–15 years post‑PhD; SF: Established leaders; open to basic biomedical/clinical/public health/veterinary researchers aspiring for independent career in India; no age/nationality restrictions, host institution in India required.
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