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Life Science Opportunities
Daily verified life-science jobs, internships, PhD positions, postdoc opportunities, scholarships, fellowships, research grants and skill guidance for Indian students and researchers.
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Jobs, internships, PhD, postdoc, JRF/SRF & project roles.
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4 opportunities
CSIR-UGC NET / JRF — Life Sciences
National eligibility test that qualifies life-science postgraduates for a Junior Research Fellowship and for lectureship, opening the door to PhD research across India.
- Stipend
- JRF stipend as per current Govt norms — see official site
- Deadline
- See official site
Skill tip: Pair NET preparation with a real research project and data-analysis skills — fellowship interviews and PhD admissions reward demonstrable lab/computational experience.
DBT Junior Research Fellowship (DBT-JRF) — Biotechnology
National fellowship that lets qualified biotechnology postgraduates pursue research/PhD with a monthly stipend at recognised Indian institutes.
- Stipend
- ~ Rs 31,000 / month + HRA (as per norms)
- Deadline
- See official site
Skill tip: Build hands-on lab + research-project experience and scientific-writing skills before applying — selection favours candidates with real project exposure.
ICMR Junior Research Fellowship (ICMR-JRF) — Life Sciences
ICMR fellowship for life-science postgraduates to take up biomedical research at ICMR institutes and recognised universities.
- Stipend
- ~ Rs 31,000 / month + HRA
- Deadline
- See official site
Skill tip: Add biostatistics + data-analysis and a documented research project to stand out in the ICMR-JRF interview.
SERB / ANRF National Post-Doctoral Fellowship (N-PDF)
Government of India fellowship enabling early-career researchers to carry out postdoctoral research at Indian institutions.
- Stipend
- ~ Rs 55,000 / month + research grant + HRA
- Deadline
- See official site
Skill tip: A clear postdoc project plan and a supporting mentor institution strengthen the application.
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BIRAC BIG — Biotechnology Ignition Grant
India’s flagship early-stage grant for biotech entrepreneurs and startups to convert a research idea into a proof-of-concept.
- Funding
- Grant-in-aid up to ~ Rs 50 lakh per project
- Deadline
- See official site
Skill tip: A defensible proof-of-concept plan plus a prior-art / IP note makes the BIG proposal far stronger.
Prime Minister’s Research Fellowship (PMRF)
Premier doctoral fellowship for outstanding students to pursue PhD research at IITs, IISc, IISERs and other top institutes, with an enhanced stipend and research grant.
- Funding
- Enhanced PhD stipend + annual research grant (as per PMRF norms)
- Deadline
- See official site
Skill tip: PMRF is highly competitive — a genuine research project, a clear statement of purpose and demonstrable skills matter as much as marks.
DAAD Research Grants — Doctoral Programmes in Germany
Fully funded pathway for Indian researchers to pursue a PhD in Germany, with monthly stipend, travel and insurance support.
- Funding
- €1,300 / month (doctoral) + allowances
- Deadline
- See official site
Skill tip: A sharp research proposal and a confirmed supervisor dramatically raise selection odds.
Fulbright-Nehru Fellowships (Study / Research in the USA)
Flagship US-India fellowships supporting Indian students and scholars to study, research or teach in the United States, with full funding.
- Funding
- Funded (tuition / stipend / travel) as per programme
- Deadline
- See official site
Skill tip: A strong research profile and a sharply written proposal or SOP set Fulbright applicants apart.
DBT/Wellcome Trust India Alliance Fellowships
Prestigious biomedical research fellowships (Early Career, Intermediate and Senior) that fund independent researchers to build careers in India.
- Funding
- Competitive fellowship + substantial research grant
- Deadline
- See official site
Skill tip: A compelling research proposal and a solid publication record are decisive for India Alliance fellowships.
Marie Skłodowska-Curie Postdoctoral Fellowships (Europe)
Prestigious European postdoctoral fellowships supporting researchers to work in a host institution in Europe, with a competitive salary and mobility support.
- Funding
- Competitive postdoc salary + mobility / family allowances
- Deadline
- See official site
Skill tip: Identify a host PI early and co-develop a strong proposal — MSCA is won on the project and the fit with the host lab.
EMBO Postdoctoral Fellowships
Prestigious international fellowships supporting postdoctoral researchers to work in leading life-science laboratories worldwide.
- Funding
- Competitive stipend + dependent / travel allowances
- Deadline
- See official site
Skill tip: A strong publication record and a compelling project with the host PI are decisive.
DST INSPIRE Fellowship — PhD in Science
Department of Science & Technology fellowship that supports top-ranking science postgraduates to pursue a doctoral degree in basic and applied sciences in India.
- Funding
- PhD fellowship + HRA as per DST INSPIRE norms
- Deadline
- See official site
Skill tip: A well-scoped research plan and a documented prior project strengthen both PhD admission and the INSPIRE case.
Chevening Scholarships (Master’s in the UK)
UK Government’s fully funded scholarship for a one-year master’s degree, covering tuition, living costs and travel for future leaders.
- Funding
- Fully funded (tuition + stipend + travel)
- Deadline
- See official site
Skill tip: Chevening rewards leadership and a clear career narrative — back it with real research / project experience.
Erasmus Mundus Joint Master’s Scholarships
Fully funded scholarships to study a joint master’s programme across multiple European universities, including many life-science and biotechnology tracks.
- Funding
- Fully funded (tuition, travel, monthly allowance)
- Deadline
- See official site
Skill tip: Apply to programmes that match your research interest, and lead with a focused motivation letter plus real project exposure.
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Disclaimer. Manna Biotech Life Science Opportunities shares verified opportunities for awareness and career guidance. Applications must be submitted only through official websites. Manna Biotech does not guarantee selection, admission, visa, job, PhD, postdoc, fellowship, scholarship, grant, funding, publication or approval. Selection depends on candidate eligibility, profile, official review process and funding-agency rules.