India Science Media Fellowships 2019

The following applicants are eligible for the fellowship: 

• Professional journalists (including freelancers, new media, in print or broadcast in English or any Indian regional language).
• They must have at least 3 years of experience in writing on science or its related issues.

Note: The fellows choosing to write in any of the regional languages should be proficient in written English too.

A total of 5 fellows will be selected who will receive a fellowship grant of INR 1 Lakh. The fellowship covers expenses to be incurred for research, field travel, and writing/broadcasting. The selected fellows also get an opportunity to attend a 2-day orientation workshop in New Delhi, the travel and accommodation cost for which will be met by the organisers. The fellowship grant will be paid in the following way: 

• First Instalment: At the commencement of the fellowship
• Second Instalment: After publishing the required number of stories.

The following documents are required to be attached along with the application: 

• Scanned copies of three published stories.
• Letter of support from the editor of a media outlet where the applicant's story will be published.

Follow the steps to apply: 

Step 1: Access the application form.
Step 2: Fill in the application form with the necessary details. 
Step 3: Attach the required documents. 
Step 4: Submit the application.