Courses

Advanced Study/Research

Duration 1 yr

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Fellowships 9

August/Sept.

Special Features

The Fellowships are awarded for advanced studies/research at Universities/research institutions in the FRG and not for a degree. Scholar working for their PhD (except those applying under the sandwich-Model) are expected to complete their doctorate thesis before their departure. The Sandwich Model multi-phase scheme offers the applicant to carry out his research in India and in FRG under the supervision of an Indian/German guide according to previously drafted scheduled. The research stay in the FRG is not limited to a single visit; the fellowship holder could either complete his research at a German university/institute in one stage or carry out part of the work there, return to his home institute to continue the work and institute for consultation while the PhD candidate is working there visit of the German Guide to India for consultation. Period of fellowship is preceded by a compulsory 4 months German language course to be conducted at one of the branches of the Goethe Institute in FRG.
              

Age Limit

32 years as on 1st October, of every year (except those applying under the Sandwich Model Scheme, for whom the age limit is 36 years as on 1st October, of every year).
            

Qualification

Uniformly good academic record with 60% marks at Master's degree in the subject/related field. Candidates from the fields of Sociology and Economics should posses adequate knowledge of German Language. Experience 2 yrs consecutive teaching/research/practical training after obtaining the prescribed qualification. Mphil degree is counted as one year's experience. Preference is given to candidates having contacts with German Professors/placement at the German Institute. Letters from German Scientists/Professors confirming that the proposed research could be carried out at their Institutes are required to be furnished. Additional Requirements: Sufficient knowledge about FRG. Two yrs consecutive stay in India after return from abroad for study/training.