Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences (CCRAS), under the Ministry of Ayush, Government of India, has invited online applications from NET-qualified non-Ayush (Non-Medical) candidates for Ph.D. Fellowship / Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) opportunities in Ayurveda and Yoga & Naturopathy. A total of 20 (tentative) fellowships are available under Advertisement No. 05/2026/Ph.D.
Candidates can pursue Ph.D. research in a recognised university or institution of their choice in relevant scientific and interdisciplinary areas related to AYUSH research programmes. The online application is to be submitted through the official CCRAS Ph.D. portal. The last date is within 60 days from the advertisement’s publication in Employment News. On this page, candidates can find fellowship details, eligibility, stipend, selection process and important links.
CCRAS Ph.D. Fellowship Recruitment 2026
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Organization Name |
Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences (CCRAS) |
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| Fellowship Name |
Ph.D. Fellowship / Junior Research Fellowship |
| Total Fellowships |
20 (tentative) |
| Age Limit |
Maximum 28 Years (with relaxation) |
| Fellowship Amount |
₹37,000 (JRF) / ₹42,000 (SRF) per month |
| Educational Qualification |
Postgraduate Degree + Valid NET Qualification |
| Application Fee |
Not specified in the notice |
| Selection Process |
Screening + Shortlisting + Interview |
| Duration |
Up to 5 Years |
| Last Date |
Within 60 days from publication in Employment News (08/12/2026) |
✅ CCRAS Ph.D. Fellowship 2026 Vacancy Details:
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Research Council |
Research Stream |
Fellowships |
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CCRAS |
Ayurveda |
16 |
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CCRYN |
Yoga & Naturopathy |
04 |
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Total |
20 | |
The number of fellowships is tentative and subject to change. Candidates applying for more than one AYUSH research stream must submit separate online applications for each stream.
✅ CCRAS Ph.D. Fellowship 2026 Eligibility Criteria:
- Educational Qualification: Postgraduate degree in one of the following disciplines, along with a valid NET qualification within its eligible validity period: Biomedical Sciences, particularly Life Sciences | Chemical Sciences | Physical Sciences |Social Sciences | Biostatistics.
- NET Qualification: Candidates must have qualified an eligible national-level examination as specified in the notification, including the relevant CSIR-UGC NET/JRF, DBT-JRF, BET, ICAR AICE-SRF (PGS), or ICMR JRF examination.
- Research Area: The proposed research should relate to AYUSH research programmes and may cover fields such as microbiology, physiology, molecular biology, genetics, biotechnology, immunology, pharmacology, zoology, environmental science, chemistry, biophysics, psychology, sociology and biostatistics.
- Candidates can pursue Ph.D. in a recognised university or institution of their choice.
Age Limit (as on the date of publication of the advertisement in Employment News):
- General candidates: Maximum 28 years
- SC/ST/OBC candidates: Up to 5 years’ relaxation
- Persons with benchmark disabilities (lower locomotor disability only): Up to 5 years’ relaxation
- Female candidates: Up to 5 years’ relaxation
✅ CCRAS Ph.D. Fellowship 2026 Fellowship Amount & Duration:
- Junior Research Fellow (JRF): ₹37,000 per month
- Senior Research Fellow (SRF): ₹42,000 per month
- House Rent Allowance (HRA) per month, as applicable.
- Annual contingency grant of ₹20,000 to the university or institution.
- A one-time Research Contingency Grant-in-Aid of up to ₹1 lakh may be requested within three months of joining, subject to approval by the concerned Research Council.
- Duration: Initially awarded as JRF for two years. It may be extended as SRF for a further 2–3 years, with a maximum total duration of five years.
✅ CCRAS Ph.D. Fellowship 2026 Selection Process:
- Online application screening and shortlisting
- Assessment of eligible candidates based on the prescribed requirements
- Interview conducted by the respective Research Council
Only shortlisted candidates will be informed and invited for an interview. The supplied notification does not specify a detailed marks-based selection formula.
✅ Important Dates:
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Date |
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Date of Advertisement |
10th October 2026 |
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Last Date to Submit Online Application |
Within 60 days from publication in Employment News (i.e. Last Date will be 08/11/2026) |
The exact calendar closing date is not provided in the supplied advertisement. Candidates should verify the publication date in Employment News and check the official portal for updates.
✅ Important Links:
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CCRAS Ph.D. Fellowship 2026 Detailed Notification PDF |
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CCRAS Ph.D. Application Portal |
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CCRAS Official Website |
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CCRYN Official Website |
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✅ How to Apply for CCRAS Ph.D. Fellowship 2026:
Eligible candidates should apply ONLINE ONLY through the official CCRAS Ph.D. portal. Hard-copy applications and applications submitted by email will not be accepted.
➢ Step 1: Visit the official application portal: phd.ccras.org.in.
➢ Step 2: Register on the portal.
➢ Step 3: Select the relevant research stream: Ayurveda or Yoga & Naturopathy.
➢ Step 4: Complete the online application form with personal, educational and research details.
➢ Step 5: Upload the required educational certificates, NET qualification documents, research proposal and other supporting documents.
➢ Step 6: Review the application and submit it online.
➢ Step 7: Keep a copy of the submitted application for future reference.
Candidates applying for more than one AYUSH research stream must submit separate online applications for each stream.
✅ FAQs:
How many fellowships are available under CCRAS Ph.D. Fellowship 2026?
A total of 20 (tentative) fellowships are available – 16 under CCRAS (Ayurveda) and 4 under CCRYN (Yoga & Naturopathy).
What is the last date to apply for CCRAS Ph.D. Fellowship 2026?
The last date to submit the online application is within 60 days from the advertisement’s publication in Employment News.
What is the age limit for CCRAS Ph.D. Fellowship?
The maximum age is 28 years as on the date of publication in Employment News. Relaxation of up to 5 years is available for SC/ST/OBC, persons with benchmark disabilities (lower locomotor disability only) and female candidates.
What is the fellowship amount?
₹37,000 per month for JRF and ₹42,000 per month for SRF, plus HRA as applicable and contingency grants.
What is the educational qualification required?
Postgraduate degree in Biomedical Sciences (Life Sciences), Chemical Sciences, Physical Sciences, Social Sciences or Biostatistics, along with a valid NET qualification (CSIR-UGC NET/JRF, DBT-JRF, BET, ICAR AICE-SRF (PGS) or ICMR JRF).
What is the selection process?
Online application screening and shortlisting, followed by assessment and interview by the respective Research Council. Only shortlisted candidates will be called for interview.
How to apply for CCRAS Ph.D. Fellowship 2026?
Candidates must apply online only through the official portal https://phd.ccras.org.in/. Separate applications are required for each research stream.