A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Research Fellowship
The A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Research Fellowship is awarded to meritorious candidates who qualify for the Ph.D. admission test, with preference given to those scoring higher in merit. The fellowship, amounting to ₹6,000 per month (subject to revision), is provided for a maximum of 24 months, based on satisfactory progress reports and supervisor recommendations. Candidates from economically weaker backgrounds are prioritized, and only one scholar per discipline is selected, with possible exceptions based on availability. The fellowship is credited directly to the candidate's bank account, and strict adherence to eligibility, attendance, and academic integrity is mandatory. Candidates already employed are not eligible.