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ASEAN-India Research Training Fellowship 2025
The ASEAN-India Research Training Fellowship (AI-RTF) is an exclusive initiative to foster collaboration between ASEAN Member States and India in the fields of science, technology, and innovation. This fellowship provides an excellent opportunity for young researchers from ASEAN countries to work in Indian academic and research institutions, enhancing their skills and research capabilities.
Fellowship Overview
Aspect | Details |
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Fellowship Name | ASEAN-India Research Training Fellowship (AI-RTF) |
Eligibility | Young researchers from ASEAN Member States (with specific criteria). |
Number of Fellowships | 50 fellowships per year |
Duration | 2 to 6 months |
Application Deadline | 31 March 2024, 5:00 PM (IST) |
Host Institution | Any Indian academic or R&D institution (suggested list available, but candidates can choose others). |
Financial Support | Covers international airfare, stipend, research contingency, institutional overheads, and visa/insurance fees. |
Eligibility Criteria
Criteria | Details |
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Nationality | ASEAN Member States (Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Lao PDR, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam). |
Educational Background | At least a Master’s Degree in Natural Sciences, Technology, Engineering, Medicine, or allied disciplines. |
Employment/Enrollment | Must be affiliated with an academic or R&D institution in the home ASEAN country. |
Age Limit | Upper age limit: 45 years (as of application submission date). |
Other Restrictions | – Applicants who availed a Government of India fellowship in the last three years are ineligible. |
– Research must align with ASEAN Plan of Action on Science, Technology, and Innovation (APASTI). |
Financial Support Details
Type | Details |
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International Airfare | Round-trip airfare (economy class, shortest route). |
Monthly Fellowship | INR 60,000 |
Research Contingency Grant | INR 40,000 (one-time). |
Institutional Overheads | INR 2,500 per month. |
Insurance & Visa Fees | Reimbursable. |
Note: The host institution in India will arrange accommodation for the fellow on a payment basis.
Areas of Research
Fellowships are available in the following disciplines:
- Agricultural Sciences
- Biological and Medical Sciences
- Chemical Sciences & Engineering
- Computer Science & Engineering
- Physical Sciences and Mathematics
- Ocean, Earth & Atmospheric Sciences
- Engineering Sciences
- Materials, Minerals and Metallurgy
- Science Policy / IPR Management / Technology Transfer
- Multidisciplinary areas in Science, Technology, and Innovation.
Application Process
Step | Details |
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Registration | Register on the ASEAN online portal and complete profile details, including bio-data and photo. |
Proposal Details | Submit project title, summary, objectives, expected outcomes, and a PDF file of relevant documents (max 10 MB). |
Documents Required | – Applicant’s CV |
| Submission | Submit the application online at www.aistic.gov.in. Hard copies are not required. |
Selection Process
Applications will be reviewed based on the quality of the research proposal, applicant’s academic merit, and alignment with ongoing Indian research projects.
Obligations of Fellows
- Fellows must remain in India throughout the fellowship duration and comply with host institution regulations.
- Research misconduct, including data fabrication or misuse of funds, is strictly prohibited.
- A completion report must be submitted to DST/FICCI and the ASEAN Secretariat upon fellowship completion.
Contact Information
Contact Details | Contact Person/Email |
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Program Management | Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry (FICCI), New Delhi. |
Email for Queries | airtfscholars@ficci.com / vishal.khanna@ficci.com |
Official Address | Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF), 3rd & 4th Floor, Block-II, Technology Bhavan, New Delhi – 110016. |
Phone Numbers | +91-11-26552215, +91-11-26552279 |
Benefits of Fellowship
- Opportunity to build research collaborations and networks.
- Access to advanced research facilities in India.
- Co-supervisors for Ph.D. or Master’s research projects.