Jamnalal Kaniram Bajaj Visiting Research Fellowship
The Lakshmi Mittal and Family South Asia Institute, Harvard University · All India
| Scheme Name | Jamnalal Kaniram Bajaj Visiting Research Fellowship |
| Provided By | The Lakshmi Mittal and Family South Asia Institute, Harvard University |
| Eligibility Summary | Postdoctoral (PhD scholars) · No income limit |
About the Program
This fellowship is for doctoral scholars researching India and South Asia at Harvard University. It offers a semester-long residency in Cambridge with a substantial stipend and research support.
Benefits & Financial Support
A gross stipend of US$22,667 for the semester-long fellowship.
A gross stipend of US$22,667 for the semester-long fellowship.
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Gross stipend of US$22,667, round-trip economy travel expenses, visa fee reimbursement, dedicated desk space, access to Harvard libraries, and opportunity to conduct research under the guidance of a Harvard faculty mentor
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Fellows will also engage with the Mittal Institute community and present their work in a seminar.
Eligibility Criteria & Income Limit
| Education Level | Postdoctoral (PhD scholars) |
| Course / Stream | Relevant courses |
| Income Limit | No income bar |
| Category / Caste | All |
| Domicile State | All India |
Mandatory Documents Checklist
- ✓Five-page, double-spaced research plan
- ✓Updated CV (including academic degrees, publications, research presentations, grants/fellowships)
- ✓Writing sample of maximum 10 pages, double-spaced
- ✓Scanned copy of PhD diploma
- ✓Two letters of recommendation (submitted directly through ARIeS)
Selection Process
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Candidates are selected based on the strength and quality of their research proposal, academic and research achievements, relevance of their research to India/South Asia, and overall suitability
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Prioritization is given to scholars who have primarily been educated at institutions in South Asia and those with a research interest in India.
Renewal Policy
One-time award (semester-long fellowship)
How to Apply Online
Applications are submitted online via Online. Complete eKYC, upload scanned documents, and submit before the closing date.
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Prepare a five-page research plan, updated CV, a writing sample, and a scanned copy of your PhD diploma.
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Arrange for two letters of recommendation to be submitted directly through the application system (ARIeS).
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Complete and submit the online application with all required documents before the deadline.
Common Questions (FAQs)
Who is eligible for the Jamnalal Kaniram Bajaj Visiting Research Fellowship?
This fellowship is for doctoral scholars who hold a PhD and focus on interdisciplinary research related to India and South Asia. Priority is given to scholars educated primarily in South Asian institutions.
What does the fellowship provide?
The fellowship provides a gross stipend of US$22,667 for the semester, round-trip economy travel, visa fee reimbursement, desk space, and access to Harvard University's resources and faculty mentorship.
What is the duration and location of the fellowship?
It is a semester-long appointment, based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA, at Harvard University's Lakshmi Mittal and Family South Asia Institute. For Fall 2027, the appointment runs from August 20 to December 20, 2027.
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