The M.S. Swaminathan Research Foundation (MSSRF), founded in 1988 by Professor M.S. Swaminathan, stands as a global leader in leveraging science and technology for sustainable rural development. Established with the proceeds of the First World Food Prize, MSSRF embodies the visionary ethos of its founder, who transformed the landscape of food security and ecological sustainability. MSSRF is present in nine states of India. Please visit our website for more information https://www.mssrf.org/
Job Description
The M.S. Swaminathan Fellowship will offer a transformative 24-month experience. The fellows will be mentored by senior scientists at the foundation, trustees and relevant partner organizations, and will receive practical and hands-on experience in our regional centres. This fellowship will empower talented young post-graduates to drive impactful research and development programmes that benefit local communities. The M.S. Swaminathan Fellowship offers the prospect to work across the disciplines of agriculture, ecology, economics, marine biology, health, nutrition and social sciences. The fellowship encourages research that fosters science-society interactions.
Qualification
- Post graduate degree in Agriculture / Animal Sciences / Ecology / Developmental Studies / Fisheries / Marine Biology / Environmental Sciences / Forestry/ Developmental Economics / Anthropology / Nutrition / Public Health / Food Science / Biotechnology / Sociology / Climate Science with a good academic record.
Demonstrated interest in ‘science-society’ interface to address current challenges of climate change impact on development goals (SDGs).
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Job Code: MSSF-07-2026
Age: Aspiring candidates should be in the age group of 23-32 years with age relaxation up to three years for women candidates and SC/ST candidates.
Duration: 24 months and co-terminus with the end date of the fellowship.
Fellowship: INR 37,000/- per month + HRA as per institutional norms (annual assessment is mandatory to continue the benefits during the fellowship period).
No. of Positions
6 - 8
Location
MSSRF Chennai and Regional Centre
Mode of Application
Please fill out the form by clicking the Apply button on our MSSRF website below and upload your CV & SOP documents. Kindly rename your application mentioning the job tile and job code in your application. Immediate joiner or candidates with short notice period (Expected joining 1st Sep 2026. ) Applications must be submitted online in the webpage as a Merged PDF document containing: Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) and a separate Statement of Purpose (SoP) - A short proposal outlining the candidate’s area of interest, Two relevant reference letters.
Applicants must clearly mention the application code “MSSF-07-2026” in their application.
Last Date of Submission
30th July 2026
📌 M.S. Swaminathan Fellowship - 2026 (India)
🏢 M S Swaminathan Research Foundation
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