Sarkari Yojana
Abdul Kalam Technology Innovation National Fellowship
About Abdul Kalam Technology Innovation National Fellowship
The Department of Science and Technology (DST), together with the Indian National Academy of Engineering (INAE), set up the Abdul Kalam Technology Innovation National Fellowship in 2017 to recognise and support Indian nationals at publicly funded institutions who are doing translational engineering research capable of turning into real technological products, devices, components, or processes. At its core, the fellowship pushes for excellence in engineering, innovation, and technology development. It’s named for the late Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam, former President of India and a champion of Indian technological self-reliance, and it is administered by the Science and Engineering Research Board (SERB) with INAE handling implementation.
Scope:
The fellowship spans every area of engineering, innovation, and technology.
Duration:
- Initially awarded for three years, extendable by up to two more based on performance.
- The maximum total tenure is 5 years.
Expected Outcome:
The fellowship applies only to translational research aimed at commercialisable or deployable technology, pilot-scale or field-trial-ready technology, a filed/sold/commercialised patent, or a working model/prototype for demonstration and trial — in addition to, not instead of, scientific publication.
Fellowship Numbers:
Up to 10 fellowships are awarded each year.
Scheme Overview
Central Government
Ministry Of Science And Technology
Indian National Academy Of Engineering
Individual
01 Jan 2017
Scheme Details
Eligibility Requirements
To qualify for Abdul Kalam Technology Innovation National Fellowship, applicants must satisfy the following conditions:
Open to Indian nationals working in India in…
Open to Indian nationals working in India in an engineering capacity at publicly funded institutions.
Also open to Overseas Citizens of India holding…
Also open to Overseas Citizens of India holding permanent positions at publicly funded Indian institutions.
The applicant must have adequate professional qualifications, at…
The applicant must have adequate professional qualifications, at least a bachelor's degree, and a proven, outstanding record in innovation or technology development.
The applicant must have at least five years…
The applicant must have at least five years of service remaining at their parent organisation as of the award date.
The applicant must not hold any other fellowship,…
The applicant must not hold any other fellowship, and if selected, must give up any other fellowship they hold.
Benefits Provided
Abdul Kalam Technology Innovation National Fellowship provides the following benefits to eligible applicants:
A monthly fellowship of ₹25,000/-, on top of…
A monthly fellowship of ₹25,000/-, on top of the applicant's regular income.
An annual research grant of ₹15.00 lakh
An annual research grant of ₹15.00 lakh.
An annual overhead payment of ₹1.00 lakh to…
An annual overhead payment of ₹1.00 lakh to the host institute. Note: The fellowship amount is taxable under Indian Income Tax rules.
Documents Required
Applicants should keep the following documents ready before starting the application:
Identity proof of the candidate
Identity proof of the candidate
Passport-size photograph
Passport-size photograph
Proof of age
Proof of age
Proof of current employment
Proof of current employment
Educational qualification certificates
Educational qualification certificates
Details of professional awards, recognition, or fellowships held
Details of professional awards, recognition, or fellowships held
Endorsement certificate
Endorsement certificate
Bank details (account number, bank name, branch, IFSC…
Bank details (account number, bank name, branch, IFSC code)
Any other document as required
Any other document as required
2017-01-01
How to Apply
Online Application
Applicants can apply for Abdul Kalam Technology Innovation National Fellowship through the online application process outlined below.
Application Process
Nomination:
Nominations are accepted year-round.
They may come from Heads of Institutions/organisations, Presidents/Fellows of National Science/Engineering Academies, SS Bhatnagar Awardees, and JC Bose Awardees.
Self-nominations are not accepted.
Forwarding of Nominations:
Download the Nomination Form from https://www.inae.in/research-innovation/abdul-kalam-technology-innovation-national-fellowship/
Email the completed form with all supporting documents/appendices to INAE at inaehq@inae.in
Selection:
A specially constituted Search-cum-Selection Expert Committee selects the Fellows, following the fellowship's broad guidelines.
Contact for more information at INAE:
Lt Col Shobhit Rai (Retd), Convener cum Member Secretary
(Abdul Kalam Technology Innovation National Fellowship)
Deputy Executive Director, Indian National Academy of Engineering (INAE)
Ground Floor, Block-II, Technology Bhavan, New Mehrauli Road, New Delhi - 110016
Phone: 011-26582475, Email: inaehq@inae.in
Website: www.inae.in
Official Application & Website
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