Post Doctoral Fellow Certificate Programme

Admission Open

PDFC 2026

Post Doctoral Fellow Certificate Programme

Admission Open

PROGRAMME REQUIREMENT

Eligibility

Candidates should have a PhD Degree from a Recognised University in India/Abroad.

AREAS OF SPECIALISATION

Subjects

Business Management, Education Management, Technology Management, Ancient Indian Knowledge System, Environmental Management, Commerce & Accounting, Social Science & Sustainability, etc.

PROGRAMME PERIOD

Duration

One Year to Three Years.

DELIVERY MODE

Mode of The Programme

Part-time (Option to Online/Blended).

Structure of the Programme

Registered Candidates have to publish a minimum of two journal articles and two conference papers/edited chapter in a peer-reviewed journals and edited books, respectively, along with a Mentor provided by PIM, and have to submit a PDF Report (consisting of consolidated published papers) to PIM for the Certificate, along with an online/offline project presentation.

ANNUAL FEES

Rs. 30,000 For India, Nepal, Bhutan, and Srilanka

$1,000 For others

Contact Details

Dr. Bharath V.

Research-Coordinator

WhatsApp: +91 9880156947

E-Mail: bharath@pim.ac.in

WHY PDFC AT PIM?

ADVANTAGES of DOING PDF Certificate (PDFC) Programme at PIM

26 Reasons Why you should do PDF Certificate Programme at PPISR

Prestigious Certification

Earn a PDF Certificate from an internationally renowned institution as a recognition of your research achievements.

Scholarly Publications

Secure the opportunity to publish between two to ten high-impact scholarly articles under your name, enhancing your intellectual property portfolio (IPR).

Conference and Book Chapters

Publish two conference papers or book chapters, complete with DOI, ISBN, and Google Scholar indexing, all credited to your name.

Edited Book Publication

Transform your PDF report into a published edited book, adding to your list of intellectual property achievements (IPR).

Copyright Honors

Receive four to thirteen copyright awards from the Government of India’s Copyright Office, further establishing your intellectual property credentials.

Best Research Performance Award

Compete for the prestigious Best Research Performance/Publication Award at the PIM Annual Research Conclave.

Patent Support

Benefit from comprehensive support in patent awareness, submission, publication, and even the attainment of patent awards (IPR).

Research Collaboration

Foster institutional research collaboration between PIM and your home institution, contributing to NAAC accreditation requirements.

Alumni Status

Upon completion of your PDF program, join the distinguished ranks of PIM alumni, with lifelong recognition.

Lifetime Library Access

Enjoy lifelong, free membership to the Poornaprajna Online Digital Library, supporting your continued research endeavours (www.poornaprajnalibrary.com).

Free Publication Opportunities

Take advantage of free journal and conference publication opportunities, with open access, DOI, and indexing included.

Copyright Ownership

Retain the copyright of your research articles, firmly establishing your authorship.

Networking Opportunities

Connect with other PDFs and mentors on both national and international levels, expanding your professional network.

Distinguished PDF Certification

Stand out from other PhD holders with your PDF certificate, enhancing your prospects for promotions and career advancement.

Invited Speaker Opportunities

Seize the opportunity to become an invited speaker or session chair at Poornaprajna Group Conferences.

Collaborative Research Projects

Collaborate on research projects with PIM mentors, opening doors for joint publications and innovative research.

Editorial Committee Membership

Gain the opportunity to join the editorial committee of PP Publication International Journals, influencing the direction of scholarly research (www.poornaprajnapublication.com).

Mentorship Opportunities

After completing your PDF, take on the role of PhD or PDF co-guide or mentor for junior scholars, guiding the next generation of researchers.

Examination Panel Inclusion

Be enlisted in the examination evaluation panel for Poornaprajna Group of Institutions, contributing your expertise to academic assessments.

Lifetime WhatsApp Group Membership

Stay connected with a lifelong membership in the PIM PDF WhatsApp Group, ensuring ongoing collaboration and support.

Collaborative Publishing

Collaborate and co-publish with other PDFs through their professional networks, further expanding your research impact.

Flexible Admission

Enjoy the flexibility of anytime admission to the PIM PDF program, catering to individual research aspirations.

Advanced Degree Applications

Utilize your PDF publications towards achieving advanced degrees such as D.Sc. or D.Litt. at other universities in the future.

Research Social Media Mastery

Receive specialized training to master the use of research social media platforms like ResearchGate, SSRN, Google Scholar, Semantic Scholar, and RePEc.

Campus Stay Opportunity

Option to stay at the PIM Campus in Udupi for two to four weeks, engaging with other scientists/researchers and enriching your research experience.

Brand Association

Associate yourself with the prestigious Udupi Poornaprajna brand, enhancing your professional credibility and recognition.

PDF SCHOLARS

Responsibilities of PDF Scholars

Publishing Requirements

As a PDF scholar at PIM, you are expected to publish at least two scholarly articles in journals indexed by Google Scholar, UGC-CARE, WOS, or Scopus, along with one conference paper or a chapter in an edited book during your one-year PDF program.

Research Leadership

You will serve as a coordinator for a Micro-Research Centre, working closely with your mentor to drive research initiatives at PIM.

Publication of PDF Report

After receiving your PDF certificate, you will be required to publish your PDF report as an edited book, complete with an ISBN and DOI.

Annual Research Conclave

Your active participation in the PIM Annual Research Conclave is a vital part of your PDF journey.

Peer Reviewing

You will contribute to the academic community by reviewing selected journal articles for Poornapraja International Journals.

Invited Paper Presentation

You will deliver an invited paper presentation, either online or offline, at the annual PDF Conference, and your work will be published in the PIM Edited Annual Research Book.

Networking and Collaboration

Build connections with fellow PDF members through the PIM WhatsApp Group, sharing your contributions and important research updates.

Colloquium Attendance

Attend various research colloquiums across multidisciplinary subjects, featuring talks by eminent scientists and researchers, either online or offline, throughout your PDF duration.

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