ICGEB PhD Fellowships 2021: Applications Open for Short-term Fellowships; Details Here

International Centre for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology (ICGEB) is officially offering short term Ph.D. fellowships to the students who are nationals of ICGEB member states and those who have completed BSc (Hons.)/MSc degree to pursue Ph.D.research at ICGEB labs (the other two member states are Trieste, Italy and Cape Town, South Africa). 

The short-term program is being offered with an aim to facilitate access to the latest research techniques and to strengthen the capacity building. The shortlisted fellows will be able to avail of a monthly stipend of up to USD 1,020 along with other benefits. Candidates must note that the last date to apply for the PhD fellowships is September 30, 2021. 

ICGEB Short-term PhD Fellowships 2021: Highlights 

ICGEB Short-term PhD Fellowships 2021: Eligibility Criteria 

Interested candidates are required to satisfy the eligibility criteria in order to apply for the ICGEB short-term PhD fellowships 2021. Below are the eligibility criteria which are as follows, 

• Be a national of an ICGEB Member State.
• Must hold a BSc (Honours) degree to pursue research at ICGEB Trieste and Cape Town. OR, Hold an MSc degree to pursue research at ICGEB Campus, New Delhi.
• Have proficiency in the English language (TOEFL certification required).

Candidates must note that they may not apply for the PGD fellowships to be undertaken in their country of origin unless they have worked abroad at the time of application. 

ICGEB Short-term PhD Fellowships 2021: Benefits

• The shortlisted candidates will receive a monthly stipend at the following ICGEB labs: Trieste (Italy): EUR 1,300, New Delhi (India): USD 1,020, Cape Town (South Africa): ZAR 12,500.
• Reimbursement of Travel expenses
• Accommodation support
• Medical health insurance coverage
• Visa and other renewal costs

ICGEB Short-term PhD Fellowships 2021: Documents Required

Interested candidates applying for the ICGEB Short-term PhD Fellowships 2021 are required to provide the following documents which are, 

• Applicant's updated CV
• Proposed research of maximum 3 pages along with 2 pages of references and figures
• A written statement from ICGEB Group Leader/PI 
• English Language Certificate (TOEFL/Cambridge etc.)
• Photocopy of applicant's passport
• Academic certificates
• Reference letters (2)

ICGEB Short-term PhD Fellowships 2021: How to apply?

Candidates are required to follow the steps below to apply for the ICGEB Short-term PhD Fellowships 2021:

• Step 1: Visit the official ICGEB website 
• Step 2: On the homepage, click on the 'Apply Now' button below and read the guidelines before applying for the PhD Fellowships 2021 
• Step 3: Provide the respective details such as name, address, nationality, research group etc
• Step 4: Upload the required documents and submit the application.

Candidates need to contact the ICGEB Group Leader/PI of their choice with a motivation letter, to determine the availability of laboratory space and to define the research project proposal that will form an integral part of the application.

ICGEB Short-term PhD Fellowships 2021: Selection Criteria

The selection criteria for the ICGEB Short-term PhD Fellowships 2021 include the scientific excellence of the project, the candidate’s CV and the potential benefits for the home country.

ICGEB Short-term PhD Fellowships 2021: Terms and Conditions

• Once the application date closes, the candidates will be notified of the outcome by e-mail as soon as possible 

• Candidates must note that the ICGEB makes no financial provision, nor can it provide administrative support for family members of participants in the programme.