The New India Foundation Fellowship, provided by the New India Foundation (NGO), is open to scholars and writers focusing on various aspects of Independent India’s history. This program aims to fund impactful research projects exploring a wide range of topics related to post-independence India, with each fellowship offering a total grant of INR 18 lakhs for developing book-length studies for graduate students.
Eligibility of New India Foundation Fellowship
To qualify, applicants need to:
– Be Indian citizens.
– Be scholars or writers focusing on various aspects of the history of independent India.
Note: Individuals previously receiving the NIF Book Fellowship are also eligible to apply.
Benefits of the New India Foundation Fellowship :
The fellowship provides a grant of INR 18 lakhs, distributed as follows:
– INR 1 lakh per month as a stipend for 12 months.
– INR 6 lakhs upon the fellow’s submission of the final manuscript to the publisher.
Documents needed for New India Foundation Fellowship :
– Original writing sample by the applicant (up to 5,000 words)
– Book proposal (up to 5,000 words)
– Curriculum Vitae (CV) or resume
Ways to apply for New India Foundation Fellowship :
Prospective candidates can submit their applications for the position by taking the following steps:
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