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Chief Minister’s Nava Kerala Post Doctoral Fellowship (CMNPF)
The Chief Minister’s Nava Kerala Post Doctoral Fellowship, announced in the Kerala State Budget 2021–22, offers monthly support of ₹50,000–₹1,00,000 and a yearly contingency grant of up to ₹2 lakhs for two years. Managed by the Kerala State Higher Education Council (KSHEC), the fellowship promotes research aligned with the state’s development goals in areas like eco-diversity, agriculture, digital technology, genetics, climate change, and indigenous culture.
Research must be carried out in recognized institutions within Kerala under the guidance of a qualified mentor.
KSHEC periodically invites applications, and selections are made through a transparent, merit-based process led by a panel of distinguished scholars.
Objectives
Promote cutting-edge research aligned with Kerala’s priorities
Attract and retain talented early-career researchers
Encourage interdisciplinary and policy-relevant studies
Bridge the gap between academia, policy, and society
Fellowship Features
Monthly fellowship grant
Contingency allowance for research-related expenses
Duration: 2 years (with potential extension)
Support for collaborative and field-based research
Access to advanced labs and institutional resources
Supported Research Areas
Agriculture & Ecological Science
Chemical Science
Climate Change & Geological Studies
Digital Technology & Engineering
Life Science
Commerce & Management Studies
Economic Studies
Political Science, Historical Studies, Humanities & Liberal Arts
Submit application online through KSHEC portal.
Upload research proposal, mentor consent, institutional endorsement
Proposals will be evaluated by a multidisciplinary expert panel.
Provisional List
For enquiry
0471-2301293
Dr. Chitra V S - 8921975507
Arun S S - 9446787902
7736138523