Goa University Recruitment 2026 – Apply Offline for 2 PhD Fellow, Post-Doctoral Fellow Posts

Goa University, Taleigao Plateau, Goa, is inviting applications for one full-time PhD Fellow and one full-time Post-Doctoral Fellow (Advt. No: GU/PhDScheme_2026/Advert/001). Both posts are for a project granted by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) under the Visvesvaraya PhD Scheme in Electronics and IT. The PhD Fellow is paid Rs 46,250/- to Rs.52,500/- per month for five years or until the PhD is completed, whichever is earlier. The Post-Doctoral Fellow is paid Rs. 1,08,393/- per month for one year. The PhD Fellow needs a Master, and the Post-Doctoral Fellow a Ph.D. degree, in Electronics Science/Computer Science/Data Science/Instrumentation/Biophysics/Engineering in ECE/ ETC/ Computer Science and Engineering/Data/AI. The hard copy of the application must reach Prof. Joyti D. Pawar within 20 days of the advertisement (12 November 2026). A scanned copy can also be sent by email.

Goa University Recruitment 2026 at a Glance

The official notification does not specify the application fee or an age limit for the PhD Fellow post.

About Goa University

Goa University is at Taleigao Plateau, Goa. Its letterhead describes it as a State Public University since 1985, recognised by UGC u/s 12-B and accredited by NAAC with an A Grade. These two fellowships serve a MeitY-funded project under the Visvesvaraya PhD Scheme for research in Electronics and IT. Prof. Joyti D. Pawar is the Principal Investigator and Nodal Officer.

Vacancy Details

Who Can Apply

PhD Fellow

Desirable qualification:

• A strong knowledge and working experience in machine learning, and data analytics
• Experience of using neural networks and deep learning
• Ability to read research papers from standard conferences and journals, comprehend the methodology used and implement to reproduce the result quoted in the paper
• Experience of working on large real time projects
• GATE/NET/MPhil qualification

Post-Doctoral Fellow

Annexure-A (the Terms and Conditions for the Visvesvaraya PhD Scheme – Post Doctoral Fellowship) adds these eligibility conditions:

• The applicant must have obtained a PhD degree from a recognized University with first class (in terms of grades, etc.) in all preceding levels and a good academic record throughout.
• The PhD must have been completed within the past 5 years on the last date of submission of the application.
• The applicant should not have completed the PhD at the same institution (host institution) where the fellowship is to be awarded.
• The fellowship is awarded to researchers with a proven academic record, including peer-reviewed publications and recognitions.
• The applicant should be an Indian citizen.
• Applicants currently in regular employment will not be considered. Scientists or researchers with temporary positions in academia or research institutions will be considered, but they must give up their current roles if selected.
• A candidate who has already availed the fellowship under the scheme will not be eligible for support.
• Upper age limit: 40 years on the date the application is submitted to the eligible participating institution (host institution).
• The applicant's research proposal, submitted to the institution, should define clear objectives, outcomes and deliverables against the award.
• Preference will be given to applicants who have active industry linkages and whose research proposal is directed towards industry-specific problems.

Desirable qualification and interest:

• A strong knowledge and working experience in machine learning and data analytics
• Experience of using neural networks and deep learning
• Ability to read research papers from standard conferences and journals, comprehend the methodology used and implement to reproduce the result quoted in the paper
• Experience of working on large real time projects
• Interest in working with theme areas of research related to: EEG data, Data communication, Natural Language Processing and Embedded System Instrumentation

Candidates should check the official notification for the discipline-specific eligibility of each post.

Pay and Tenure

PhD Fellow: Rs 46,250/- to Rs.52,500/- per month, plus Rent, Contingencies of Rs. 1.20 Lakhs and a Visit to Lab abroad. The position lasts five years or until the PhD is completed, whichever is earlier.

Post-Doctoral Fellow: Annexure-A gives the financial support as follows:

• Fellowship: ₹1,08,393/month.
• Contingency Grant: ₹1,00,000/year, paid on a pro-rata basis (for example ₹25,000/quarter). It may be used only for minor equipment, consumables and research-related items. It cannot be used to hire research staff.
• Contingency spending in the last quarter is reimbursed to the institution as per eligibility. No advance is given.
• Travel support up to the prescribed limit of Rs. 2.10 Lakhs, admissible only for: (a) the visa fee and one-time travel support for overseas faculty/applicants returning to India to take up the fellowship; and (b) taking part, on invitation from PhD Cell, DIC, in activities, events and workshops of the Visvesvaraya PhD Scheme, following the host institution's norms for class and mode of travel. The awardee must claim reimbursement through the institution, and no advances are given for events.

The Post Doctoral Fellowship is a full-time, non-transferable, temporary position tenable in India only. It is valid for 1 year, and no extension beyond one year is admissible under the scheme. Female candidates may take up to 6 months of maternity leave with fellowship support, subject to a maximum of 12 months of total fellowship support under the scheme. During maternity leave, only the fellowship is admissible. Awardees not registered under the scheme with the PhD Cell, Digital India Corporation (DIC), MeitY are not eligible for support. There is no provision to replace or transfer an awardee.

Goa University Recruitment 2026 Job Description

Post-Doctoral Fellow

Besides their own research work, Post-Doctoral Fellows must take part in activities under the Visvesvaraya PhD Scheme assigned by the PhD Cell:

• Evaluation of research work of PhD Candidates
• Mentoring of PhD candidates
• Participation in collaborative research under the scheme
• Participation in workshops and events
• Other assignments by PhD Cell

The fellow must also:

• Provide research proposals with specific timelines and deliverables, and submit monthly progress reports
• Report significant achievements during the tenure
• Promptly follow the directions of the PhD Cell
• Acknowledge the scheme at all significant forums, including publications, achievements and recognitions, using the template given in Annexure-A
• Inform the PhD Cell at least one month in advance of any long-term leave (for example, study leave or sabbatical)
• Not receive any other fellowship during the award period

The PhD Cell reviews performance through reports, expert visits, workshops and interactions, and any other methods it considers appropriate.

How to Apply for Goa University Recruitment 2026

1. Fill in the application form printed with the advertisement, with all the details, and paste a recent passport-size photograph on it.
2. Attach self-attested copies of certificates and all supporting documents. Post-Doctoral Fellow applicants should also attach the additional documents named in Annexure-A.
3. Send the hard copy so that it reaches Dr. Joyti D. Pawar within 20 days (12/11/2026) of the advertisement, at: Prof. Joyti D. Pawar, Goa University Goa, India, SPO, Taleigao Plateau, Goa - 403206.
4. You can also email the duly filled and signed scanned application form, with scanned mark sheets and other essential documents, to Prof. Joyti D. Pawar at [email protected].
5. Use this subject line for the email: "Application for full time PhD /Post-Doctoral Fellow candidate in the MeitY Sponsored Project".

The application form asks for:

• the post applied for
• your name, father's name and mother's name in block letters
• date of birth, sex, marital status and category (SC/ST/OBC/PWD/GEN)
• previous research experience and publications
• GATE/NET score, rank, specialization and year
• academic qualifications from Standard 10 onwards, with institution, year of passing, discipline and percentage/CGPA
• address for communication, mobile number and email ID
• contact details of two referees: name, designation, organisation, office address, office phone number and email ID
• areas of expertise and experience details
• a signed declaration with date and place

For queries, call 8669609221/8669609220.

Selection and Interview

Having the prescribed qualification does not guarantee a call for interview. Goa University will shortlist candidates on the basis of merit and the needs of the project. Shortlisted candidates will be told the date and time of the written test and/or interview by email. No other letter will be sent to the correspondence address. At the written test and/or interview, shortlisted candidates must bring:

• an updated CV
• the application form
• original mark sheets and certificates, with attested photocopies, in support of their academic qualifications
• a "No Objection Certificate" from the employer, if they are currently employed (private, government or any other organisation)

For the Post Doctoral Fellowship, Annexure-A adds that meeting the minimum eligibility criteria alone does not entitle a candidate to be selected.

Important Instructions

• No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview and/or joining the position.
• The appointment is for a time-bound project, and the candidate must work dedicatedly for its successful completion. The selected candidate has to join immediately.
• Incomplete application forms and forms received after the due date will be summarily rejected.
• All terms and conditions of this recruitment will be as per the guidelines of MeitY, Govt. of India.
• If a Post-Doctoral Fellow takes up any full-time or part-time assignment, the fellowship will be discontinued.
• PhD Cell, DIC; MeitY reserves the right to hold, stop or discontinue the fellowship at any stage if progress is not appropriate, the grant is not used properly, reports are not submitted on time or in the prescribed format, the guidelines are violated, or for any other reason it considers appropriate.
• A fellow who wishes to discontinue must give one month's notice through the institution. The notice runs from the date the PhD Cell is informed.
• PhD Cell, DIC; MeitY may change the terms and conditions of the fellowship at its discretion.

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