The National Centre for Antarctic and Ocean Research (NCAOR) offers Junior Research Fellowships for Indian students pursuing PhD research in geophysics or geology. This fellowship supports projects like the Geophysical Study of Laxmi Basin, providing financial assistance and research opportunities under expert guidance. NCAOR is a premier institute under the Ministry of Earth Sciences, Government of India, dedicated to polar and oceanic research.

Applicants must be Indian citizens with a Master’s degree in Geophysics or Geology. Candidates with prior research experience or publications in related fields will be preferred. There are no income or marks-based restrictions for this fellowship. The selection is based on academic merit and relevance of the candidate’s background to the project.

Interested candidates should visit the official NCAOR website to download the application form. Submit the completed form along with required documents, such as academic transcripts, CV, and a statement of purpose, to the provided email or postal address. Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview or further evaluation.