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
Required Documents:
- Nomination Letter (on official letterhead, duly signed and stamped)
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Plagiarism undertaking (as per prescribed format)
Important Dates
- Application Opens: 1 June 2025
- Deadline: 30 June 2025
- Interview Period: To be announced
- Final Results Notification: To be announced
- Fellowship Start Date: Within 6 months of selection
Where to Apply
- Institution Website: The Electronic Project Proposal Management System, For ANRF
- Official Fellowship Notification: The Electronic Project Proposal Management System, For ANRF
- Apply Online Here: The Electronic Project Proposal Management System, For ANRF
