PM Research Fellowship (PMRF)

iAbout This Scheme

PMRF attracts talented students into PhD programmes at IITs, IISc, NITs, IISERs, and other premier institutions to bolster research and innovation. Fellows receive a high stipend of ₹70,000-80,000 per month along with a research grant to pursue full-time doctoral studies.

🎁Key Benefits

• Monthly stipend: ₹70,000 (Year 1-2), ₹75,000 (Year 3), ₹80,000 (Year 4-5)
• Annual research grant of ₹2 lakh per fellow
• Overhead grant to host institution: ₹1 lakh/year
• International travel support for conferences
• Access to IIT/IISc research infrastructure

✅Eligibility Criteria

• 1
  For lateral entry: MTech/MSc with CGPA ≥ 8.0 from IITs/IISERs/IISc
• 2
  Must enrol in full-time PhD at designated premier institutions
• 3
  Selection through merit and interview

📝How to Apply

❓Frequently Asked Questions