JNU will provide Rs 1 lakh per month for research and creative work..

Jawaharlal Nehru Fellowship 2026 Application: If you wish to pursue new research or creative work in your field and are seeking financial support, this is an excellent opportunity for you. The Jawaharlal Nehru Memorial Fund (JNMF) has invited applications for the prestigious 'Jawaharlal Nehru Fellowship 2026'. This fellowship is awarded to individuals who have demonstrated excellence in their respective fields and intend to undertake in-depth research, writing, or innovative projects on subjects relevant to India.

Notably, selected fellows receive a monthly stipend of ₹1 lakh for a duration of two years (which is entirely tax-free under Section 10(17A) of the Income Tax Act), along with an annual contingency allowance of ₹75,000 to cover expenses such as travel and secretarial assistance.

Who is eligible for this fellowship?
Applicants must be Indian citizens.

Individuals from diverse academic and professional backgrounds—including Science, Humanities, Journalism, the Arts, and Civil Services—are eligible to apply.

There is no fixed age limit.

Selected fellows will have the freedom to work on their projects from any location of their choice within India.

A high-level selection committee, comprising distinguished experts from various fields, will evaluate candidates based on their past achievements and the quality of their proposed projects.

How to apply and what documents are required?
A key feature of this fellowship is that there is no fixed deadline for applications; you may submit your application at any time throughout the year. Furthermore, there is no prescribed printed form; candidates may prepare and submit their applications on plain paper. The following 4 items must be submitted along with the application:
Bio-data
Full details regarding the applicant’s educational background, achievements, and original work completed to date.
Professional experience: Information about your experience in the relevant field or area of ​​expertise.
A synopsis of the project you intend to work on, typed with double-spacing and not exceeding 1,000 words.
A recent passport-size photograph of the applicant.

Please note:
If a candidate is an employee of the Central or State Government, they must submit their application through the proper official channel.

Send your application to the following address:
The Secretary, Jawaharlal Nehru Memorial Fund,
Teen Murti House, New Delhi – 110001

Check for further details:
Before submitting their application, candidates are advised to visit the official JNMF website (jnmf.in) to review the latest guidelines.

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