Jawaharlal Nehru University provides multiple PhD Research Fellowships funded through university grants, endowments, special centers, government bodies, and international collaboration programs. Major fellowships include JNU Merit Fellowships, Non-NET Fellowships, Endowment Fellowships, Need-cum-Merit Scholarships, and Special Fellowships.
These fellowships aim to support high-quality research in areas such as science, biotechnology, social sciences, linguistics, arts, engineering, computational studies, environmental sciences, national security, and regional studies.
Selection is highly competitive and generally involves:
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Academic score evaluation
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A strong research proposal
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A research-oriented written test (for some departments)
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Personal interview / viva-voce
Fellowship recipients must maintain research progress, publish papers, participate in conferences, and present annual progress reports. JNU’s research culture emphasizes innovation, interdisciplinary study, and societal impact, making its fellowships highly respected.
Opening Date: 02-Dec-2025 08:06 AM
Closing Date: 02-Dec-2025 08:06 AM
1. Research Methodology
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Research designs
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Data interpretation
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Logical reasoning for researchers
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Fieldwork research tools
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Theoretical frameworks
2. Subject-Specific Knowledge
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Core theories, topics & frameworks
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Domain terminology
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Major authors, thinkers, case studies
3. Research Proposal Assessment
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Title clarity
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Abstract
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Research gap identification
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Objectives & scope
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Methodology
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Expected outcomes
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Ethical considerations
4. Analytical & Critical Thinking
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Argument building
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Problem solving
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Conceptual analysis
5. Viva / Interview Skills
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Explanation of research problem
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Addressing feasibility
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Understanding of literature
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Analytical clarity
Guidelines
- All questions are mandatory and there is no negative marking.
- Duration: minutes
- Total Questions:
- Question Type: MCQ
Disclaimer
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- Select the best answer from the provided options.
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