The Common Fellowship Portal (CFP), available at fellowships.gov.in, is a centralized Government of India initiative web portal. Developed by the Ministry of Electronics & IT with support from Ministry of Science & Technology, its purpose is to bring doctoral and post‑doctoral fellowship schemes from multiple departments—like DST, DBT, CSIR, UGC, and AICTE—under one roof.
Why It Matters
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All-in-one listing: No need to browse separate department portals—any fellowship under MoST (and soon, ICMR, UGC, AICTE, etc.) can be found here .
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Single login & CFP ID: Apply for multiple schemes using one profile and unique CFP ID—your details auto-fill, saving time
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Eligibility Calculator: Helps candidates see which fellowships they qualify for before applying
Key Features & Benefits
| Feature | Benefit for Researchers |
|---|---|
| Centralized info | View all available doctoral & post‑doc fellowships from various Govt departments |
| Unique CFP ID | Standardized identifier for all fellowships; updates across schemes are auto-filled |
| Eligibility tool | Quickly check which fellowships you meet the criteria for |
| One application hub | Apply for multiple fellowships through the same portal |
| Saves time & effort | Reduces duplication and streamlines the fellowship application process |
Who Can Use It?
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PhD students seeking doctoral research funding
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Early‑career researchers/postdocs applying for post‑doctoral grants
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Anyone looking for Govt-funded research fellowship schemes under central science agencies
How to Get Started
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Visit fellowships.gov.in
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Register to create your account and generate a CFP ID
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Use the eligibility tool to check which fellowships suit your profile
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Browse available fellowships (DST, DBT, CSIR, UGC, AICTE, etc.)
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Apply by completing one online application form per scheme
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Track your applications and updates via the portal
Upcoming Expansion
While it already covers DST, DBT, and CSIR fellowships, the government plans to include schemes from ICMR, UGC, and AICTE soon—making CFP a truly universal gateway for all Indian research fellowships
FAQs – Common Fellowship Portal
• What is the CFP ID?
It’s a unique identifier you get after registering—used to apply to multiple fellowships without re-entering data .
• Is CFP only for PhD fellowships?
No—it’s for doctoral and post‑doctoral fellowships from central science agencies
• Can I check eligibility before applying?
Yes, the portal includes a built‑in Eligibility Calculator to filter suitable fellowships
• Do I need separate logins for different schemes?
No—register once, use your CFP ID to apply across all listed fellowships.
• When will UGC or ICMR schemes be added?
They’re expected to be integrated soon as the portal expands coverage
The Common Fellowship Portal (CFP) is your one-stop gateway to browse, check eligibility, and apply for multiple Government-funded research fellowships in India—all with a single CFP ID and profile. It simplifies the process, saves time, and improves your chance of securing funding.