SKAIC Post-Doctoral Fellowships

The SKA-India Consortium (SKAIC) invites applications for Post-Doctoral Fellowships (PDFs) to foster research aligned with the Square Kilometre Array (SKA) science and technology goals. Selected Fellows will be temporary employees of NCRA-TIFR but will be stationed at one of the participating SKAIC Host Institutions across India.

Eligibility: Applicants must possess a Ph.D. (or a provisional Ph.D. degree at the time of joining) in Physics, Astronomy, or a related science or engineering discipline. Preference will be given to candidates with research experience relevant to SKA science or technology areas.

Compensation & Tenure: Positions are initially for one year, renewable annually up to a maximum of 3 years. The monthly Fellowship ranges from ₹58,000 to ₹67,000 based on experience. Fellows also receive House Rent Allowance (HRA) and a contingency grant of ₹60,000/year for research expenses.

Application Procedure: 

Important: Before applying, candidates MUST identify a Host Institution and a Mentor from the SKAIC.

Applications must include:

1. Curriculum Vitae.
2. Research Proposal: Prepared with the prospective Mentor, which must be strictly aligned with SKA science and/or technology areas.
3. Endorsement Certificate: A mandatory signed certificate from the Host Institution.
4. Names and email addresses of three or more referees.

Detailed Advertisement & Endorsement Format: 

For the complete list of eligible SKAIC Host Institutions and to download the required Endorsement Certificate format, please visit the full advertisement: https://skaindia.ncra.tifr.res.in/#positions

Submission Details:

• Applications should be sent to [email protected]
• Application Deadline: 22 June 2026
• Reference Letters: Applicants must instruct their referees to send recommendation letters directly to the email address above on or before the 22 June 2026 deadline.