Sir Ratan Tata Post-doctoral Fellowship 2018

What is Sir Ratan Tata Post-doctoral Fellowship 2018 ?

Sir Ratan Tata Post-doctoral Fellowship 2018 invites applications from young researchers. The objective of the fellowship is to encourage students to engage in social science research that focuses on contemporary social, political and economic concerns related to India and South Asia.

Who is offering this scholarship ?

The scholarship is provided by London School of Economics and Political Science. 

Who can apply for this scholarship ?

• Applicant should hold a PhD degree. 
• Applicant should be a young researcher in the field of social sciences with a focus on South Asia.
• Applicant should be employed with an established institution in the SAARC region. 

How can you apply ?

Online: 
Applicants should email the required documents to India.Observatory@lse.ac.uk 
Post: 
Applicants can send the required documents to The Fellowships Selection Committee, India Observatory, London School of Economics & Political Science, Houghton Street, London WC2A 2AE, UK 

What are the benefits ?

Sir Ratan Tata Post-doctoral Fellowship 2018 provides a monthly subsistence allowance of GBP 1,500, shared work space, access to research facilities, travel and related expenses. 

Terms and Conditions

• The Fellowship is for a period of eight months in the academic year 2018-19.

What are the documents required for the Sir Ratan Tata Post-doctoral Fellowship 2018 ?

• Cover letter (max. 1 page)
• Curriculum vitae (max. 3 pages)
• Outline of proposed research (including detailed methodology and timeline)
• Names and addresses of two referees, familiar with their work, to be contacted by the Committee

Important documents

CombinedTataChowdhuryAdFor2018-19.pdf

Important Links

• Apply online link
• Original website