Long Term Fellowship under the Human Resource Development Programme for Health Research

The Long Term Fellowship supports advanced training for health research personnel in India and abroad.

Key facts

Benefit₹40,000 monthly
WhoIndian citizens, faculty with 3 years experience
Age limitUp to 45 years
How paidThrough bank transaction
Implemented byMinistry of Health & Family Welfare
Application windowOpen all year for eligible faculty members.

Benefits

Beneficiaries receive a monthly stipend of ₹40,000 for training in India or $3,000 for training abroad, along with additional grants for travel and contingencies.

Who can apply

  • Age up to 45
  • For: faculty
  • not income tax payer
  • no government employee in family
  • poor household

Eligible applicants include Indian citizens working as regular faculty in medical institutions, aged below 45, with at least three years of experience. Key exclusions include those who are income tax payers or have government employees in their family, and those who have previously received similar fellowships.

How to apply

Applications must be submitted online through the designated platform, with no physical copies accepted.

  1. Submit a full-length research proposal online via the DHR website.
  2. Prepare required documents including identity proof and academic certificates.
  3. Ensure all necessary approvals and consent letters are included.
  4. Complete the application form as per the guidelines provided on the website.
  5. Submit the application before the deadline specified in the advertisement.
Apply on the official website ↗

Documents required

  • Identity proof
  • Passport-size Photograph
  • Academic Qualifications certificates
  • Caste certificate, if applicable
  • Disability certificate, if applicable
  • Technical Details for long-term fellowship
  • Undertaking by Applicant
  • Certificate by Head of Institute
  • Mentor Consent Letter
  • DSIR Recognition certificate
  • Mandate Form from your working Institute
  • Age Proof Certificate
  • Declaration & Attestation
  • Claim sheet (for International fellowship)
  • Format of Utilization certificate and Statement of expenditure
  • Completion report
  • Any other document, as required

Common problems and how to fix them

ProblemWhat to do
Application rejectedEnsure that all eligibility criteria are met and that the application is submitted online as per the guidelines.
Payment not receivedCheck with the parent institute regarding the disbursement process and ensure that all required documentation has been submitted.

Frequently asked questions

What is the maximum age limit for applicants?

Applicants must be below 45 years of age as of the application deadline.

Can I apply if I have previously received a government fellowship?

No, individuals who have availed any government fellowship of one month or longer for the same subject are not eligible.

What documents are required for the application?

Required documents include identity proof, academic qualifications, a mentor consent letter, and various certificates depending on the applicant's background.

Is the fellowship transferable?

No, the fellowship is non-transferable and is awarded to the selected individual only.

What is the duration of the fellowship?

The fellowship lasts for a period of 6 to 12 months.

How is the stipend disbursed?

The stipend is paid through bank transactions, with an advance for the first month provided in Indian Rupees.

Always confirm the latest details on the official portal before applying.

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