CSIR has invited applications for the Direct Senior Research Fellowship (SRF) 2026. Selected candidates will receive Rs 42,000 monthly plus a contingent grant of up to Rs 20,000 annually. Check eligibility and selection details.
CSIR Direct Senior Research Fellowship 2026: The Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) has invited applications for its Direct Senior Research Fellowship (SRF) 2026 programme. The fellowship is intended for young researchers who want to pursue full-time research under the guidance of faculty members or scientists at recognised universities, laboratories and research institutions.
The notification was issued by the Human Resource Development (HRD) Group of CSIR on August 14, 2026, under Advertisement No. 2026/DirectSRF/1.
Selected fellows will receive a monthly stipend of Rs 42,000, along with a contingent grant of up to Rs 20,000 per year. The fellowship is available across various areas of science and technology.
Direct link to read the official notification
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