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 opportunity 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 valuable academic record.




- Demonstrated interest in science-society interface to address current challenges of climate change impact on development goals (SDGs).

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

MSSRF Chennai and Regional Centre

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📌 M.S. Swaminathan Research Fellow (Chennai)
🏢 Keyline Maritime Services Navi Mumbai
📍 Chennai