Centre for Budget and Policy Studies (CBPS) is currently accepting applications for its Research Fellowship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
About CBPS Research Fellowship
Launched in 2023 during CBPS’ 25th anniversary, the research fellowship is an opportunity for young scholars to deep-dive into research in the areas of education, gender, governance, health & nutrition, public finance, livelihoods and social security.
Benefits of CBPS Research Fellowship
- The fellows will receive a stipend of ₹25,000 per month and will also have access to office spaces and associated facilities including internet and use of the library.
CBPS Research Fellowship Requirements
- The fellowship is primarily geared towards scholars who have recently completed their Bachelor’s or are in the final year of their undergraduate programme. CBPS especially encourages applications from scholars from historically underrepresented groups, including those underrepresented in terms of class, caste, gender, religion, linguistic affiliation, first-generation scholars etc. Scholars from various disciplines and methodological approaches are invited.
Application Date and Process
Please apply with the following documents:
- A Statement of Purpose (SoP) describing why you are interested in research in the areas listed above (not more than 1500 words)
- A curriculum vitae or resume (in MS Word format)
- Two letters of reference
Application Deadline
31 May, 2026
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