The Indian Institute of Technology Patna (IIT Patna) invites applications for the Postdoctoral Fellowship under the Visvesvaraya Scheme for the 2026–27 academic cycle.
The fellowship is intended for motivated scientists and engineers interested in advanced research in areas such as Deep Learning, Multimodal Signal Processing, and Biomedical Embedded Systems.
The fellowship offers ₹1,08,393 per month along with other grants. Eligible candidates can apply online by November 6, 2026.
IIT Patna Postdoctoral Fellowship 2026: Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Institute | Indian Institute of Technology Patna (IIT Patna) |
| Fellowship | Postdoctoral Fellowship (PDF) |
| Scheme | Visvesvaraya Scheme |
| Fellowship Amount | ₹1,08,393 per month |
| Research Contingency Grant | ₹1,00,000 per year |
| Duration | 1 year |
| Last Date to Apply | November 6, 2026 (up to 11:59 PM) |
| Application Mode | Online |
Research Areas
The fellowship is offered for advanced research in the following areas:
- Deep Learning
- Multimodal Signal Processing
- Biomedical Embedded Systems
Eligibility Criteria
- The applicant must be an Indian citizen and must hold a PhD degree from a recognised university within the past five years.
- Applicants who completed their PhD at IIT Patna are not eligible for this fellowship.
- The upper age limit is 40 years on the date of application submission.
- Candidates currently in regular employment are not eligible.
- Candidates who have already received fellowship support under this scheme are not eligible.
Fellowship Amount and Other Benefits
Selected candidates will receive financial support under the Visvesvaraya Scheme.
| Benefit | Amount |
|---|---|
| Monthly fellowship | ₹1,08,393 |
| Annual research contingency grant | ₹1,00,000 |
| Travel support | Up to ₹2,10,000 |
How to Apply?
Eligible candidates can follow these steps:
- Read the official advertisement carefully.
- Pay the applicable application fee through SBI Collect.
- Complete the online application form.
- Prepare the research proposal and submit it to the designated email address: [email protected]
- Ensure that the required recommendation letters and supporting documents are submitted as prescribed.