Chief Minister Career Advancement in Biotechnology
At a Glance
Scheme Category
Education & Learning,Education and training grants, fellowship, stipend
Target Beneficiaries
Individual
Brief Description
The programme “Chief Minister’s Career Advancement in Biotechnology (CM-CAB)” aims at providing opportunities to Young Faculty and Scientists in Biotechnology to have national and/or international collaborative research training and exposure to advanced techniques and technologies in biotechnology.
Benefit Type
Cash
Eligibility Criteria
1. The fellowship is offered to a scientist/faculty who is a permanent employee of an academic/research institute in Kerala State. 1. The candidates must be officially sponsored by their employer/head of the institution with the commitment to depute them for research/training under CM-CAB. 1. The applicant should possess a Ph.D. degree in biotechnology-related subjects. 1. The applicant should have a proven record of independent research work evidenced by publications in peer-reviewed, indexed journals and patents. 1. Age Limit – 37 years, with 5 years relaxation in the case of SC/ST and/or Women Candidates. Note: The pay and allowances during the fellowship period will have to be paid by the institution to the candidate.
Application Mode
Online
Application Process
Step 01: The applications in the prescribed format are to be submitted as and when the programme is advertised on the <nis:link nis:type=webUrl nis:id=slugId nis:text="KSCSTE website" nis:value=https://kscste.kerala.gov.in/chief-ministers-career-advancement-in-biotechnology-cm-cab/ nis:enabled=true/>. Step 02: The applications will be screened for eligibility, peer-reviewed, and further shortlisted. The short-listed candidates will have to appear for a discussion with the Committee of experts nominated by the Commission and the final shortlisting shall be based on the following criteria: 1. Scientific merit of the proposal 2. Experience of the applicant 3. Publications 4. Infrastructure of the Host Institute Step 03: Selected candidates have to execute an agreement accepting the terms and conditions of the programme and must join the Host Institution within three months’ time. Contact Details: The Scientist-in-charge, Kerala Bio-Technology Commission, Kerala State Council for Science, Technology and Environment (KSCSTE), Sasthra Bhavan, Pattom, Thiruvananthapuram – 695 004 Phone: (0471) 2548406, 2548254 E-mail: kbc.kscste@kerala.gov.in
Required Documents
- Identity proof of applicant
- Passport size photographs
- Proof of age
- Community certificate (If applicable)
- Educational certificates
- Details of the Project/research work
- Experience certificate, if any
- Details of Publications
- A consent letter from a Host faculty/scientist that details his/her willingness to host the fellow in their institute or laboratory.
- Any other document, if required
FAQs
What is the aim of this programme?
The programme “Chief Minister’s Career Advancement in Biotechnology (CM-CAB)” aims at providing opportunities to Young Faculty and Scientists in Biotechnology to have national and/or international collaborative research training and exposure to advanced techniques and technologies in emerging fields of biotechnology.
Which is the implementing agency of this programme?
Kerala Biotechnology Commission (KBC) under the Kerala State Council for Science, Technology and Environment (KSCSTE)
Who is eligible to get the benefits under the programme?
The fellowship under the programme is offered to a scientist/faculty who is a permanent employee of an academic/research institute in Kerala State.
What is the maximum age criterion to apply under the programme?
The age of the candidate should be below 37 years.
Is there any age relaxation under the programme?
Yes, relaxation in age is up to a maximum of 5 years for SC/ST and/or Women Candidates.
What is the minimum qualification required to apply for the programme?
The applicant should possess a Ph.D. degree in biotechnology-related subjects.
How much will the amount be paid to the candidates in cases the host institution is outside India?
Fellowship of USD 1500 per month (in equivalent Indian Currency) in cases where the host institution is outside India.
How much will the amount be paid to the candidates if the host institution is within India?
The fellowship will be ₹50,000/- per month if the host institution is within India.
How much will the contingency grant be paid under the programme?
A contingency grant to meet the expenses for local travel, VISA fees, insurance, etc. will also be paid as per actuals subjected to a ceiling of ₹50,000/-.
What is the duration of the fellowship?
The duration of the fellowship will be 3-6 months, where the host institution is from abroad. In the cases where the host institution is within India, the fellowship will be for 3-12 months.
How can an applicant apply for the programme?
The applications in the prescribed format are to be submitted as and when the programme is advertised on the KSCSTE website.
Where can an applicant contact regarding this programme?
The Scientist-in-charge, Kerala Bio-Technology Commission, Kerala State Council for Science, Technology and Environment (KSCSTE), Sasthra Bhavan, Pattom, Thiruvananthapuram – 695 004, Phone: (0471) 2548406, 2548254, E-mail: kbc.kscste@kerala.gov.in