KARE PDRF 2026

Indo-Global Post Doctoral Research Fellowship (PDRF) 2026

If you have completed a PhD, you are eligible to apply for the post doctoral research fellowship (PRF) globally. 

APPLICATION DETAILS & DEADLINE: 

Round 1 (only for KARE): 15th March 2026

Round 2 (for anyone from India): 15th April 2026

RESEARCH START DATE: 15th May 2026

The Indo-Global Post Doctoral Research Fellowship (PRF) is powered by the Kalasalingam Academy of Research and Education (KARE), RAISE Global Institute of Frontiers (RGIF), UK, and MIT Square, London.

Kalasalingam Academy of Research and Education stands as a beacon of academic excellence and purposeful innovation, seamlessly blending rigorous scholarship with societal impact. Rooted in a strong research-driven ethos, KARE fosters a culture where curiosity transforms into discovery, and knowledge translates into real-world solutions. With state-of-the-art infrastructure, globally aligned curricula, and a deep commitment to ethics and inclusivity, the institution empowers students and scholars to become visionary leaders, critical thinkers, and responsible global citizens. KARE’s unwavering focus on interdisciplinary research, industry collaboration, and community engagement positions it not merely as a center of learning, but as a catalyst for sustainable progress and transformative change.

MIT Square bridges the gap between academia and industry by creating transformative collaborations that turn innovative ideas into real-world impact, empowering researchers and academic institutions to align their research, talent, and capabilities with the evolving needs of global industries by supporting them with funding/grants/stipends. 

RAISE Global Institute of Frontiers (part of RAISE Global Innovation Forum) is an officially registered entity with Companies House in the UK, under the Government of the United Kingdom. The mission is to organise various research fellowship programs and connect recent PhD graduates, professors, research institutions, and employers to offer research opportunities in the UK or other partner countries. This program partners with over 100 universities across the globe to support talented doctorate holders in advancing their professional careers through postdoctoral positions. This program is rigorously validated by a distinguished council comprising senior members and experts from multiple international universities, ensuring academic integrity, global relevance, and the highest standards of research excellence.

• The fellowships are available for 1 year and are open to all disciplines, including Engineering, Medicine, Commerce, Management, and more.

• The interview and shortlisting process will be done online (Google Meet). You don't need to submit original documents. 

• Research can be conducted in-person, virtually, or through a hybrid format, with all modes recognized as a full postdoctoral fellowship. Travel is not mandatory, but if interested, the visit can be arranged at the researchers' availability and convenience. 

• Participants will have the opportunity to collaborate and work with international universities, industries, researchers, and scientists.

• Expected Outcome: There will be a viva-voce/online presentation. A minimum of one publication in a reputed Q1 journal (Scopus/SCI) and one publication in a reputed conference (Scopus/SCI) is anticipated upon completion of the fellowship.

• Upon successful completion, participants will receive an award and a certificate of completion (CoC), in addition to a Letter of Completion (LoC) & Letter of Reference (LoR).

• Postdoctoral programs might have symposiums, consortia, and/or convocations to receive completion letters/certificates. 

• Postdoctoral programs are typically not degree-granting with graduation ceremonies, and are not traditionally enrolled.

• Researchers receive offer/invite letters after the shortlisting process to be a part of the institution and to collaborate with different institutions/industries in publishing their works. 

• Some institutions charge a fee to offset the costs of faculty time, administrative, lab, library, and other service costs. 

• Some institutions have made it mandatory for the postdoc fellows to visit their institution (either at their own expense or by achieving funding/grants). 

• Letter of Completion (LoC) and Letter of Recommendation (LoR) will be presented after the successful post doctoral fellowship completion (globally recognised).

• Certificate of Completion (CoC) will be validated and presented by RAISE Global Innovation Index (RGII), UK.