ARCI Fellowship 2025: The International Advanced Research Centre for Powder Metallurgy and New Materials (ARCI), an autonomous R&D Centre under the Department of Science & Technology, Government of India, has released the ARCI Fellowship 2025 notification. The recruitment is for Research Associate (RA), Junior Research Fellow (JRF), and Senior Research Fellow (SRF) positions.
These fellowships are tied to sponsored/in-house projects and may lead to registration in External M.S./Ph.D. programmes in collaboration with IITs/NITs/Central Universities.
ARCI Fellowship 2025 Notification Out
ARCI has officially released the notification for the award of fellowships under sponsored/in-house R&D projects. These fellowships offer opportunities for hands-on research and may also lead to M.S./Ph.D. registration in collaboration with academic institutions.
| Exam Elements | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Body | ARCI (DST, Govt. of India) |
| Fellowship Posts | RA, SRF, JRF |
| Advertisement No. | ARCI/FELLOWSHIP/01/2025 |
| Total Vacancies | 41 |
| Location | Hyderabad / Chennai |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | www.arci.res.in |
ARCI Fellowship 2025 Notification PDF
ARCI Fellowship Vacancy 2025
ARCI has announced a total of 41 fellowship positions including Research Associate (RA), Senior Research Fellow (SRF), and Junior Research Fellow (JRF). The detailed vacancy distribution is as follows:
| Post Name | No. of Posts | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Research Associate (RA-I & RA-III) | 7 | Hyderabad (6), Chennai (1) |
| Senior Research Fellow (SRF) | 4 | Hyderabad |
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) | 30 | Hyderabad (27), Chennai (3) |
ARCI Fellowship 2025 Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must meet the eligibility criteria for the respective fellowship category, including educational qualifications and age limits, as outlined below.
Age Limit
The maximum age varies by post. Age relaxation is applicable as per Govt. of India norms.
| Post Name | Maximum Age (as on closing date) |
|---|---|
| JRF | 28 years |
| SRF | 32 years |
| RA-I | 35 years |
| RA-III | 38 years |
Educational Qualifications
The required academic qualifications for each fellowship post are as follows:
| Post Name | Qualification & Experience |
|---|---|
| RA-I / RA-III | Ph.D. in Physical Sciences/Engineering or M.E./M.Tech. with 3 years R&D experience + one SCI publication |
| SRF | Same as JRF + 2 years research experience |
| JRF (with/without GATE/NET) | First Class B.Tech./M.Tech./M.Sc. in Physics, Chemistry, Materials, or Engineering |
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ARCI Fellowship 2025 Selection Process
The selection method depends on the fellowship post and the candidate’s qualifications (GATE/NET or not).
| Category | Selection Method |
|---|---|
| RA | Walk-in Interview (01 Aug 2025) after screening |
| SRF | Walk-in Interview (01 Aug 2025 Afternoon) |
| JRF (with GATE/NET) | Walk-in Interview (04–05 Aug 2025) |
| JRF (without GATE/NET) | Competitive Written Exam + Interview |
Shortlisted candidates will be informed via email and updates will be available on the ARCI website.
ARCI Fellowship 2025 Application Dates
Candidates must take note of the application deadlines for both online registration and interview/written exam.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Last Date (RA, JRF/SRF with GATE) | 28 July 2025 |
| Last Date (JRF/SRF without GATE) | 07 August 2025 |
| Walk-in Interview (RA, SRF) | 01 August 2025 |
| Walk-in Interview (JRF with GATE) | 04–05 August 2025 |
ARCI Fellowship 2025 Application Fees
Candidates are required to pay a non-refundable fee based on their category. Payment is accepted via NEFT/RTGS only.
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General/OBC | ₹500 |
| SC/ST/EWS | ₹200 |
| Women/PwD | Exempted |
Payment details are provided in the official notification.
How to Apply for ARCI Fellowship 2025
Interested and eligible candidates must apply online through the ARCI careers portal:
Step 1: Visit arci.res.in/careers
Step 2: Select “Fellowship 2025” and begin online registration
Step 3: Fill out the application form with accurate academic and personal details
Step 4: Upload relevant documents and transaction proof for fee payment
Step 5: Submit the application before the respective deadline
ARCI Fellowship Stipend Details
Selected candidates will be paid a monthly fellowship based on the category of appointment.
| Fellowship Type | Monthly Stipend (₹) + HRA |
|---|---|
| JRF | ₹37,000 + HRA |
| SRF | ₹42,000 + HRA |
| RA-I | ₹58,000 + HRA |
| RA-III | ₹67,000 + HRA |
Fellowship tenure is up to 5 years, subject to annual review.
ARCI External Ph.D./M.S. Registration Option
ARCI offers an opportunity to register for M.S. or Ph.D. under external mode in collaboration with IITs, NITs, and Central Universities. Candidates with B.Tech./M.Sc. can enroll for M.S. and later Ph.D., while M.Tech. holders are eligible for direct Ph.D. registration.
