Inlaks Fellowship for Social Engagement 2024

Up to 12 fellows will receive a monthly stipend in the following manner depending on the geographical location:

• ₹45,000 per month if the fellow is living and working in an “X” category area.
• ₹35,000 per month if the fellow is living and working in a “Y” category area.
• ₹25,000 per month if the fellow is living and working in a “Z” category area.

Note:- 

• In exceptional cases, additional funding up to a maximum of ₹20,000 can be granted for special projects undertaken by a fellow. This will be approved on a case-by-case basis upon submission of a proposal describing the particulars of the said initiative and the expenses involved.
• For detailed information related to states specified under X, Y, and Z categories, refer to the 'State List and HRA' below.

• Resume
• Work plan including a title of the proposed work along with a concise description of the work or research the applicant plans to undertake during the fellowship period and expected outcomes of the work or research (Word Limit: Not more than 1,000 words)
• Statement of Purpose addressing the following questions:
  • How does the work plan contribute to social change?
  • How does the applicant plan to contribute to the public discourse on the chosen issue? (Note:- The applicant could employ any medium such as writing for publications, publishing reports, filmmaking, photography, blogging, archiving, theatre, etc.) (Word Limit: Not more than 1,000 words)
• Letter of Endorsement from the Mentor (on their official letterhead), which must include:
  • A brief description of the mentor’s work experience
  • A statement by the mentor as to why they endorse the applicant’s work plan
  • Mentor's contact details (email and official address)
  • The mentor must also state that they agree to supervise the applicant’s work during the fellowship period, as well as indicate their willingness to review and comment upon the applicant’s quarterly and annual progress reports.
• Letter of Recommendation (Note:- For fresh graduates, an academic letter of recommendation is acceptable)

Eligible candidates can apply for the fellowship through the following steps:-
Step 1: Click on the 'Apply Now' button below.
Step 2: Click on the 'Register' button and fill in the required registration details. (Note:- If already registered, log in using Gmail/Mobile number/Email ID).
Step 3: Read the guidelines carefully. Navigate to the 'Application form is available here' right above the application timeline and click on it to access the application form.
Step 4: Fill in the required details, upload the documents in PDF form, and submit.
Step 5: Tick the checkbox to acknowledge the declaration & privacy policy and click on 'Submit'.