Teachers Associateship for Research Excellence (TARE)

The Science and Engineering Research Board (SERB) has opened applications for the Teachers Associateship for Research Excellence (TARE). This distinguished opportunity is open to Indian citizens holding a Ph.D. in Science/Engineering or an MS/MD degree in Medicine. Individuals successfully chosen for TARE will receive a fellowship of INR 60,000 per year, in addition to their regular salary. The program also incorporates a research grant of INR 5,00,000 annually, distributed equally between the host and parent institutions, covering overheads as per SERB norms.

Eligibility of Teachers Associateship for Research Excellence (TARE)

To be eligible the candidate should be

1. Hold Indian citizenship.
2. Currently hold a regular academic/research position in state universities, colleges, or private academic institutions.
3. Be 45 years old at the time of submitting the application (Note: Candidates belonging to SC/ST/OBC/Physically Challenged and Women candidates are eligible for a 5-year age relaxation)
4. The mentor must hold the position of Associate Professor, Scientist, or a higher level.
5. Only one candidate is allowed to work with a mentor at any given time.

Benefits of the Teachers Associateship for Research Excellence (TARE)

Chosen scholars will be entitled to the following benefits:

– A research fellowship of INR 60,000 annually, in addition to their regular salary.

– A research grant of INR 5,00,000 per year, with 50% allocated to both the host and parent institutions, along with overheads according to SERB norms.

Documents needed Teachers Associateship for Research Excellence (TARE)

1. Submit personal information (Biodata).
2. Provide a certificate from the principal investigator.
3. Include an endorsement certificate from the Head of the Parent Institution.
4. Include an endorsement letter from the Head of the host Institution.
5. Attach the Curriculum Vitae (CV) of the mentor.
6. Submit the category certificate.
7. Provide an age-proof certificate.
8. Include a joining report.
9. Submit an attendance certificate by the end of the financial year (mandatory 90 days).

Ways to apply for the Teachers Associateship for Research Excellence (TARE):

1. Initiate the fellowship application process by clicking on the ‘Apply Now‘ button.
2. Choose ‘Register‘ and provide the necessary information for registration. (Note: For those who have already registered, log in using your Gmail, Mobile number, or Email Id.)
3. Navigate to ‘How to apply Online‘ and click ‘Click here to register.’
4. Complete the registration process by entering the required information. (Note: If the applicant is already registered, log in using valid credentials.)
5. Upon successful registration, fill in the required details, upload the necessary documents, and submit your application.