Ramanujan Fellowship India – ANRF Research Grant

Ramanujan Fellowship 2025 – Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF), New Delhi, India

About the Fellowship

The Ramanujan Fellowship is a prestigious initiative by the Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) aimed at attracting exceptional Indian and Indian-origin scientists and engineers from abroad to undertake high-quality research in India. This fellowship seeks to reverse brain drain by providing a platform for researchers to contribute to India’s scientific ecosystem. Fellows can collaborate across various scientific disciplines, aligning with national priorities and global research advancements.

Fellowship Details

Position Title: Ramanujan Fellow
Host Institution: Any Indian academic or R&D institution (excluding the nominee’s Ph.D. institution)
Administering Body / Funding Agency: Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF)
Location: India
Research Field(s): All areas of Science and Engineering
Fellowship Type: Full-time Postdoctoral Fellowship
Level: Early-career
Fellowship Duration: 5 years (non-extendable)
Expected Start Date: Within 6 months of selection
Working Hours: As per host institution norms
Funding/Compensation: INR 1,35,000 per month (consolidated, including HRA); Research grant of INR 7,00,000 per annum; Overhead charges of INR 60,000 per annum
Required Degree/Diploma: Ph.D. in Science/Engineering, M.D. in Medicine, or equivalent

Supported Research Fields / Areas

All disciplines within Science and Engineering

Eligibility & Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

Indian citizens or persons of Indian origin working abroad
Below 40 years of age at the time of nomination
Not holding any permanent, tenure-track, or contractual position in India
Currently employed abroad
Proven outstanding track record in research, evident from publications and recognitions

Preferred Qualifications:

Significant research contributions with international recognition
Experience in interdisciplinary research projects

Not Eligible:

Candidates holding permanent, tenure-track, or contractual positions in Indian institutions
Nominations from the candidate’s Ph.D. guide or the institution where the Ph.D. was pursued

Fellowship/Job Benefits

Monthly stipend: INR 1,35,000 (including HRA)
Research grant: INR 7,00,000 per annum
Overhead charges: INR 60,000 per annum to the host institution
Eligibility to apply for additional research grants from various Indian funding agencies
Access to institutional research facilities and resources

Key Responsibilities

Conduct independent, high-quality research in chosen scientific fields
Collaborate with host institution faculty and researchers
Publish research findings in reputed journals
Participate in academic activities, including seminars and workshops
Mentor students and contribute to the research environment of the host institution

Application Process

How to Apply:

Register on the ANRF online portal
Complete the profile details, including uploading a photo and institutional information
Under Form Submission, select “Ramanujan Fellowship” and fill in the nomination form
Upload a brief research proposal (maximum 5 pages in PDF format)
Submit the form to the chosen nominator
The nominator will review and forward the nomination to ANRF