IIST Research Fellowship

Indian Institute of space science and Technology (IIST)envisions the integration of space technology and space science educational programs with basic and applied research for meeting the national R&D requirements of Science and technology general and the Indian space programme in particular. The institute provides a vibrant research atmosphere and offers doctoral and post doctoral programs.

Applications are invited from highly motivated candidates for admission to PhD program starting in July 2011, under IIST Fellowship (Fellowship or INR 16,000 to Rs 18,000 per month) in the areas of Geology (Petrology), English and Social Sciences
Eligbility: Minimum qualification : masters degree in relevent area with first class or equivalent. Candidates with Masters degree in basic science subjects and humanities must be NET qualified (JRF) to be considered to PhD programme
Age limit as 04-07-2011: 28 years (age relaxation as per govt. rules)
Nationality: Indian Citizen
Fellowship: The scholarship selected for IIST PhD programme will be initially given a fellowship of Rs 16000 or 18,000 per month for first two years based on qualification.
Selection: Selection is based on written test and interview to be conducted during 3rd week of july in Thiruvananthapuram