DST INSPIRE Faculty Fellowship 2024 Online Apply, Eligibility & Amount
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DST INSPIRE Faculty Fellowship 2024 Online Apply, Eligibility & Amount
Post Date: 07 August 2026|Last Updated: 27 August 2026|By Sarkari Alarm Editorial Team|Scholarship
| Name Of Post : | DST INSPIRE Faculty Fellowship 2024 Online Apply, Eligibility & Amount |
|---|---|
| Organization : | Department of Science and Technology (DST) |
| Post Date / Update : | 07 August 2026| Update: 27 August 2026 |
| Post Type : | Scholarship 2024 |
| Total Post : | N/A |
| Notification Status : | Scholarship |
| Official Website : | online-inspire.gov.in |
| Short Information : | The Department of Science and Technology (DST) offers the INSPIRE Faculty Fellowship 2024. Eligible candidates holding a Ph.D. can apply online through the official INSPIRE portal. Read the complete notification before applying. |
🔴 Quick Summary — 2 Minute Read
| Age Limit | 32 years |
|---|---|
| Qualification | Ph.D. degree in Science, Mathematics, Engineering, Pharmacy, Medicine, or Agriculture related subjects from any recognized university in the world. |
| Selection Process | Evaluation by discipline-based Expert Committees → Recommendations of Apex Level Committee → Final selection by DST based on INSPIRE Faculty Award Council recommendations |
⏳ What You Should Do Now
| Event | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Apply Online Starts | July / August | Date not confirmed |
These dates are taken from the official notice for this post (counted as on 6 October 2026). Departments do extend dates — please check the official website once before you apply.
The Department of Science and Technology (DST) has opened applications for the INSPIRE Faculty Fellowship 2024. This flagship scholarship program provides contractual research fellowships and independent research opportunities to young achievers in science and technology.
Selected fellows receive a monthly fellowship amount along with an annual research grant for a maximum tenure of five years. Candidates must submit their applications online through the official portal before the deadline.
📅 Important Dates
| Online Apply Start Date | July / August |
🎂 Age Limit
| Age As On | 1st January of the year of advertisement |
| General Candidates | 32 years |
| SC / ST / Women Candidates | 37 years |
| Persons with Benchmark Disability | 42 years |
| Minimum Age | N/A |
| Maximum Age | N/A |
| Age Relaxation | Niyam ke hisaab se (notification dekho) |
📋 Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Total Posts | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| INSPIRE Faculty Fellowship | As per requirement | Ph.D. in Science, Mathematics, Engineering, Pharmacy, Medicine, or Agriculture |
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Ph.D. degree in Science, Mathematics, Engineering, Pharmacy, Medicine, or Agriculture related subjects from any recognized university in the world.
- Candidates who have submitted their Ph.D. thesis and are awaiting the award of the degree are also eligible.
Other Conditions
- Must be an Indian citizen or person of Indian origin including NRI/PIO status.
- Applicants choosing the new subject area 'Translational Research in S&T' must have at least two patents filed or one patent granted to their credit.
- Employed candidates are eligible to apply but must relinquish their jobs for accepting the fellowship if selected.
✅ Selection Process
- Evaluation by discipline-based Expert Committees
- Recommendations of Apex Level Committee
- Final selection by DST based on INSPIRE Faculty Award Council recommendations
📊 Eligibility Criteria and Fellowship Amount
| Category / Subject Area | Income Limit | Scholarship Amount | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Ph.D. Holders | Not Specified | Rs. 1,25,000/- per month + Rs. 7,00,000/- per year Research Grant | 32 Years |
| SC / ST / Women Ph.D. Holders | Not Specified | Rs. 1,25,000/- per month + Rs. 7,00,000/- per year Research Grant | 37 Years |
| PwBD Ph.D. Holders | Not Specified | Rs. 1,25,000/- per month + Rs. 7,00,000/- per year Research Grant | 42 Years |
📊 Documents Required Checklist
| Item Number | Document Name |
|---|---|
| 1 | Bank account detail of the Host Institute |
| 2 | Joining Report |
| 3 | Undertaking signed by the Faculty Fellow |
| 4 | Undertaking signed by the Faculty Fellow and Host Institute |
| 5 | Budget breakup on usage of Research Grant |
📄 Documents Required
- Bank account details of the Host Institute
- Joining Report
- Undertaking signed by the Faculty Fellow
- Undertaking signed by the Faculty Fellow and Host Institute
- Budget breakup on usage of Research Grant
📝 How To Apply for Scholarship Online
- Visit the official INSPIRE web portal at https://www.online-inspire.gov.in.
- Register on the portal using your valid credentials and log in.
- Fill out the online application form with all required personal and academic details.
- Upload scanned copies of all mandatory documents, including your Ph.D. thesis or degree certificate.
- Review your filled application form carefully before final submission.
- Submit the application online and take a printout of the confirmation page for future reference.
🔗 Important Links
| Apply / Check Scholarship | Click Here |
| Official Website | online-inspire.gov.in |
| Join WhatsApp Channel | Click Here |
| Join Telegram Channel | Click Here |
❓ DST INSPIRE Faculty Fellowship 2024 Online Apply, Eligibilit — Important Questions
1. What is the INSPIRE Faculty Fellowship amount?
The fellowship amount is Rs. 1,25,000 per month with an annual increment of Rs. 2,000, along with a research grant of Rs. 7,00,000 per year for 5 years.
2. What is the upper age limit to apply?
The upper age limit is 32 years for General category applicants, 37 years for SC/ST/Women candidates, and 42 years for persons with benchmark disabilities as on 1st January of the advertisement year.
3. What is the official website to apply online?
The official website is https://www.online-inspire.gov.in.
4. What is the tenure of the INSPIRE Faculty Fellowship?
The fellowship is tenable for a maximum period of 5 years with no further extension.
5. Can I apply if I have submitted my Ph.D. thesis but the degree is not yet awarded?
Yes, candidates who have submitted their Ph.D. thesis and are awaiting the degree are eligible, provided the thesis submission date falls on or before the application deadline.
6. Is the fellowship amount taxable?
Yes, the fellowship amount is taxable as per the Income Tax Act.
7. Can I hold another fellowship while receiving the INSPIRE Faculty Fellowship?
No, fellows are not permitted to avail any other fellowship during the INSPIRE Faculty Fellowship tenure.
8. What is the method of selection?
Selection is done via a three-tier process involving discipline-based Expert Committees, recommendations of the Apex Level Committee, and the INSPIRE Faculty Award Council.
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