Max Planck-India Fellowships (MPIF)

Qualified and promising Indian post docs up to a maximum of 35 years of age who already have a recognisable scientific profile can apply for Max Planck India Fellowships. Time previously spent at a Max Planck Institute is not a requirement.

Successful applicants for MPIFs receive an annual travel allowance of € 3,000 for a period totalling four years. The Indian Department of Science & Technology also provides additional travel funds for MPIFs from the BMS and CPTS.

Indian scientists in receipt of this grant must spend at least one month a year at a Max Planck Institute. The subsistence costs incurred are paid for by the host Max Planck Institute.

The selection procedures are the same as for the programme for Partner Groups.