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The Mittal Institute India Fellowship (MIIF) for 2026 offers a prestigious opportunity for postdoctoral scholars to conduct independent research in India, affiliated with Harvard University. This fellowship is designed to support innovative research that benefits the public in India.
Fellowship Overview
* Funding Type: Fully Funded
* Institution: Harvard University
* Degree Level: Fellowship
* Eligible Nationality: Indian students only
* Application Deadline: July 7, 2025
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Research Areas
The fellowship supports research across a variety of disciplines, including but not limited to:
1. Public Health and Climate Change
2. Education and Gender Studies
3. Political Science, Sociology, and Anthropology
4. Law, Philosophy, and Linguistics
5. Science, Medicine, History, and Visual Arts
Fellows are expected to reside in New Delhi and engage actively with the Mittal Institute’s activities, including hosting seminars and collaborating with Harvard-affiliated researchers.
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Benefits of the Fellowship
* Monthly Stipend: INR 1,00,000 (gross)
* Travel Reimbursement: Round-trip travel for candidates from outside Delhi
* Access to Resources: Utilize Harvard’s resources and global academic networks
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the fellowship, applicants must:
1. Have completed a PhD between March 1, 2020, and March 31, 2025.
2. Be early-career scholars (postdoctoral level).
3. Preferably have been educated primarily at institutions in India.
4. Not hold any other fellowship concurrently.
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Application Procedure
Interested candidates must apply via the Harvard ARIeS platform and submit the following documents:
1. Research Proposal (2–3 pages) including:
* Title and abstract
* Research questions
* Methodology
* Proposed outcomes
2. Curriculum Vitae (CV) detailing:
* Academic qualifications
* Research experience
* Publications and grants
3. Writing Sample (max 10 pages), such as a dissertation chapter or published article.
4. PhD Degree Certificate (scan).
5. Two Letters of Recommendation, with at least one from an academic referee.
Important Dates
* Application Deadline: July 7, 2025, at 11:59 PM (EST).
* Apply through: Harvard ARIeS Portal [https://academicpositions.harvard.edu/postings/14944].
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Selection and Mentorship
Selected fellows will receive remote mentorship from Harvard faculty, and their research will be disseminated widely in India for public benefit. Applicants are encouraged to suggest 2–3 Harvard faculty members who could mentor their project.
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Why Apply?
This fellowship provides:
* A unique platform for independent, high-impact research.
* Engagement with Harvard’s global academic ecosystem.
* A meaningful role in promoting knowledge dissemination in India.
* Financial and institutional support for scholarly growth.
Apply Now!
If you are a postdoctoral scholar looking for a prestigious research opportunity, consider applying for the Mittal Institute India Fellowship. For more details and to apply, visit the Harvard ARIeS Portal [https://academicpositions.harvard.edu/postings/14944].