The National Institute of Advanced Studies (NIAS) is an unique Indian institution conducting multidisciplinary research in areas that bridge the gap between the natural and engineering sciences, social sciences, humanities and the arts. A limited number of research scholarships are available in the Institute for bright and committed postgraduate students interested in pursuing independent research across disciplines towards a doctoral degree.
Eligibility:
The scholarships are open to those who have completed/are completing a Master's / M. Phil. degree in any relevant subject in natural sciences, engineering, mathematics, social sciences, humanities or the arts, and with a consistently proven academic record (minimum 55% marks). Some research or field experience in the concerned areas may be preferred, but is not essential. Candidates who have passed the NET/ SET examinations or qualified for JRF/ DST/ CSIR/ ICSSR fellowships will be preferred.
Fellowship:
Candidates admitted to the NIAS Doctoral Programme will be entitled to fellowships, which will be available for a period of four years on a yearly renewable basis. The fellowship amount is fixed at Rs. 12,000/- per month for the first two years and Rs. 14,000/- per month from the third year, with an additional 30% per month as House Rent Allowance. Limited hostel seats are available on campus.
Applications should be made on plain paper, including curriculum vitae, copies of mark sheets, degree certificates and a clear statement of purpose detailing the research interests of the candidate and explaining why she/he would like to join NIAS. Explicit mention must be made of the research areas for which the application is being sent.
Applications should be sent (preferably in PDF by email) by: 25th April, 2011
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Contact details:
Head-Administration,
National Institute of Advanced Studies,
Indian Institute of Science Campus,
Bangalore 560 012
Tel.: (080) 22185000
email: jnsandhya@gmail.com
website: http://nias.res.in
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