Indian Institute of Technology Bombay

Research Fellowship Scheme 2010

IIT Bombay Research Fellowship Scheme aims to attract professionals and students of proven calibre towards research activities at IIT Bombay. The awardees are expected to work on research projects and could be considered for admission into post-graduate degree / Ph.D Programs subject to fulfilling normal IIT Bombay admission requirements (see FAQ for details of admission requirements). The awardees with B. Tech./B.E. or M.Sc. qualification will be awarded a stipend of Rs. 8,000 – 10,000/- p.m.. Degree holders with experience may be considered for a higher amount.

Fellowship Scheme:
The awardees will be selected based on their academic record and an interview, followed by a written test (if necessary).

They will be expected to work on research projects for a minimum period of one year in different Departments/ Schools/ Centres/ Inter-disciplinary Programs based on their academic background and research interests.
The Research Fellowship Scheme is open to B.Tech. / B.E. / M.Tech. / MBA / M.A. / M.Com. / M.Sc. / MBBS or equivalent degree, with or without experience. Students with research inclinations in Humanities, Bio-sectors, Management and with background other than the above can also apply.

The awardees with B. Tech./B.E. or M.Sc. qualification will be awarded a stipend of Rs. 8,000 – 10,000/- p.m.. Degree holders with experience may be considered for a higher amount.

Other benefits include funding for participation in national & international conferences, Library facilities, hostel accommodation and working with proven international collaborators (where applicable).

Hostel accommodation may be provided subject to availability.

Selection Procedure:
The selection procedure consists of preliminary screening of online applications, followed by personal interviews to be held in a decentralized manner at the department level.

Selection criteria will include consistently brilliant academic performance (relative rank in the class/University), work carried out by the student besides his regular academic work, participation/recognition in competitions such as Techfest, Olympiads, National Talent Search Exams, and performance in the interview.

Train fare (IInd/Sleeper Class) will be given to outstation candidates , shortlisted for interview.

Important Dates:
Last date of application: March 31, 2010
List of shortlisted candidates: April 20, 2010

Contact:
Indian Institute of Technology Bombay,
Powai, Mumbai 400076

Email: fellowship(AT)iitb.ac.in