CSIR invites research proposals from retired scientists under Emeritus scheme
The Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) has started inviting research proposals from retired scientists under its CSIR Emeritus Scientist Scheme. The scheme is managed by the Human Resource Development Group (HRDG) at CSIR. The deadline for proposal consideration is September 30, 2026.
In a social media post on X, CSIR-IIIM said, “The scheme provides an opportunity for distinguished scientists to pursue research in areas aligned with CSIR programmes, national priority areas and translational research.”
Scientists selected under the scheme can continue research work in areas that have a link to the CSIR programmes and translational research. CSIR Emeritus scientist scheme will help use the experience and knowledge of senior researchers to support important research work in India.
CSIR Emeritus scientist scheme details
The Emeritus Scientistship will be granted for three years, but it may be extended for another two years, depending on the scheme rules. Superannuated scientists up to the age of 65 years will be eligible to apply. Scientists who have an outstanding record of research and whose work has been published during the five years before retirement can be considered an important selection criterion.
Scientists with recognised achievements like Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar awardees and Indian National Science Academy (INSA), National Academy of Sciences, India (NASI), Indian Academy of Sciences (IAS) or Indian National Academy of Engineering (INAE) fellows may be granted Emeritus Scientistship for up to five years on special occasions.
Research specialisation areas
Proposals are invited across the following specialisation fields:
- Animal Sciences, Biotechnology
- Disaster Preparedness
- Earth Sciences
- Physical Sciences
- Engineering Sciences
- Chemical Sciences
- Mathematical Sciences
- Medical Sciences
- Plant Sciences
Interested scientists can submit their proposals through the CSIR-HRDG online portal, es.csirhrdg.res.in/csir-emeritus. The grant will also give a monthly allowance of Rs 20,000to support research fellows or associates.