The Department of Atomic Energy (DAE), Government of India, supports research fellowships through several schemes, one of which is the DAE Doctoral Fellowship Scheme (DDFS). This scheme is intended to attract young scientists and engineers to pursue PhD projects in areas aligned with atomic energy research, such as nuclear engineering, material sciences, radiation physics, and other energy sciences. The fellowship enables research in national laboratories or DAE-affiliated institutes, often under the umbrella of the Homi Bhabha National Institute (HBNI).
Under DAE's research fellowship system, Junior Research Fellow (JRF) and Senior Research Fellow (SRF) positions may also be offered in project-based or institutional research roles. The stipend for DAE JRFs is at par with other research fellowship schemes, and there is provision for HRA depending on the research institution. Performance reviews typically happen after a certain period (e.g., 2 years) to assess eligibility for promotion to SRF.
Unlike the DBT-JRF, some DAE fellowships do not rely on a specific exam like BET — instead, they may consider national-level exams such as CSIR-UGC NET, GATE, or other equivalent examinations for eligibility. The DAE also utilizes fellowship schemes for specialized retired scientists (e.g., Raja Ramanna Fellowship) for contributing to research even post-retirement.
Opening Date: 02-Dec-2025 08:09 AM
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Unlike DBT-JRF, many DAE research fellowships don’t have a fixed “DAE exam syllabus” because they rely on national-level exams (NET, GATE, JEST) or project-based selection. However, here are the typical elements evaluated:
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National Exam Score: Valid score in CSIR-UGC NET / GATE / JEST or equivalent. ISRO
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Academic Qualification: Master’s in relevant discipline (e.g., Physics, Nuclear Engineering, Materials Science) with a good percentage or grade.
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Research Proposal / Statement: For project fellowships, candidates may need to submit a research proposal or demonstrate past research experience.
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Interview / Selection Committee Review: Shortlisted candidates often go through an evaluation by a panel, which can test domain knowledge, research motivation, and future plans.
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Performance Assessment (if JRF → SRF): After initial years (e.g., two years), performance is reviewed by a committee; satisfactory progress may lead to SRF promotion.
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