CCRAS JRF Recruitment 2026: 20 PhD Fellowships, Apply Online

CCRAS Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Recruitment 2026

Apply Online for 20 Ph.D. Fellowships in Ayurveda, Yoga & Naturopathy | Monthly Stipend: ₹37,000 + HRA

Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences (CCRAS), an autonomous body under the Ministry of Ayush, Government of India, has published an official notification (Advt No. 05/2026/Ph.D.) for 20 Junior Research Fellow (JRF) / Ph.D. Fellowships. This scheme offers NET-qualified non-Ayush science postgraduates an opportunity to pursue Ph.D. research in Ayurveda, Yoga, and Naturopathy. Eligible applicants can complete their registration on the official online portal before 08 December 2026. Selected fellows will receive a starting stipend of ₹37,000 per month + HRA, which upgrades to ₹42,000 per month as a Senior Research Fellow (SRF).

Key Research Highlight: Out of 20 total fellowships, 16 seats are hosted under CCRAS (Ayurveda) and 04 seats under CCRYN (Yoga & Naturopathy). Selected candidates can enroll for their Ph.D. at any recognized University or Institution of their choice across India.

Research Council	Research Stream	Total Fellowships
CCRAS	Ayurveda Sciences	16
CCRYN	Yoga & Naturopathy	04
Total Fellowships Available		20 Seats

Emoluments & Research Contingency Breakdown:

• Junior Research Fellow (JRF): ₹37,000/- per month + House Rent Allowance (HRA) for the first 2 years.
• Senior Research Fellow (SRF): ₹42,000/- per month + HRA for subsequent 2 to 3 years upon successful performance review.
• Annual Institutional Contingency: ₹20,000/- per year disbursed directly to the candidate's university.
• Special One-time Research Grant: Selected fellows can submit a research proposal within 3 months of joining to obtain a one-time grant-in-aid of up to ₹1.00 Lakh.

Educational Qualification: Candidates must hold a Post Graduate degree (M.Sc / M.S. / M.Tech) in Biomedical Sciences with emphasis on any of the following disciplines:

• Life Sciences: Microbiology, Physiology, Molecular Biology, Genetics, Human Biology, Bioinformatics, Biotechnology, Immunology, Pharmacology, Zoology, Environmental Science, Botany, Veterinary Sciences, and Pharmacy.
• Chemical Sciences: Biochemistry, Organic / Inorganic / Physical Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Phytochemistry, Medicinal Chemistry, and Natural Product Chemistry.
• Physical Sciences: Biophysics and relevant allied physics fields.
• Social Sciences & Mathematics: Psychology (Mental health focus), Sociology (Demographic surveys), and Biostatistics.

Mandatory NET Examination Requirement: Applicants from Non-Ayush backgrounds must have a valid National Eligibility Test (NET) scorecard in any of the following exams:

• Joint CSIR-UGC Test for JRF and LS(NET)
• DBT-JRF in Biotechnology / BET
• ICAR's AICE-SRF (PGS)
• ICMR-JRF Examination

Age Limit (as on date of advertisement):
- Maximum Age Limit: 28 years.
- Standard age relaxations apply for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD and female candidates as per Central Government norms.

Application Fee: No application fee is specified in the official notification.

Shortlisting of candidates is conducted based on academic credentials, NET rank, and the submitted research proposal. Shortlisted applicants will receive formal email invitations to appear for an interview before the selection committee of the respective council (CCRAS or CCRYN). Final selection depends on interview performance and document verification.

IMPORTANT LINKS & WEB RESOURCES

Apply Online (Ph.D. Portal) Official CCRAS Notification PDF Official Website

Q1. What is the total number of JRF fellowships available under this recruitment?
A total of 20 fellowships are available (16 under CCRAS and 4 under CCRYN).

Q2. What is the last date to apply online for CCRAS JRF 2026?
The last date to submit the online application is 08 December 2026.

Q3. What is the monthly stipend for Junior Research Fellows?
Selected JRFs will receive ₹37,000/- per month + HRA for the first two years.

Q4. What is the stipend after upgrading to Senior Research Fellow (SRF)?
Upon promotion to SRF, the monthly stipend increases to ₹42,000/- + HRA.

Q5. What is the upper age limit to apply for this fellowship?
The upper age limit is 28 years, with relaxations applicable for reserved categories.

Q6. Can candidates from non-medical science backgrounds apply?
Yes, this scheme is specifically designed for NET-qualified postgraduates from Biomedical, Life, Chemical, Physical, and Social Sciences.

Q7. Which NET examinations are recognized for eligibility?
CSIR-UGC NET, DBT-JRF / BET, ICAR AICE-SRF, and ICMR-JRF examinations are valid.

Q8. Is there any application fee required to apply?
No application fee is stated in the official notification.

Q9. What is the maximum duration of the fellowship?
The total tenure is up to 5 years (2 years as JRF and 2-3 years as SRF).

Q10. Can I enroll in a university of my choice for the Ph.D. program?
Yes, fellows can pursue Ph.D. research at any recognized university or institution of their choice.

Q11. Is additional research contingency financial assistance provided?
Yes, an annual contingency of ₹20,000 is provided, plus a one-time research grant up to ₹1.00 Lakh can be requested.

Q12. How will candidates be selected for the final fellowship?
Shortlisting is based on academic merit, NET qualification, and research proposal, followed by an interview.

Q13. Is this a permanent government job?
No, it is a temporary research fellowship designed to support candidates during their Ph.D. studies.

Q14. How do I apply for the Yoga & Naturopathy stream?
You can select the CCRYN Yoga & Naturopathy stream on the same CCRAS Ph.D. application portal.

Q15. Where will the official interview be conducted?
Interview venue details will be communicated directly to shortlisted candidates via email by the respective research council.

For further updates, official interview lists, and portal announcements, regularly monitor https://phd.ccras.org.in.