ICHR Junior and Senior Research Fellowship

Ministry of Education

Published 18 September 2026

In short

ICHR Fellowship supports PhD scholars in History with a monthly stipend for archival research and thesis writing, awarded through the Indian Council of Historical Research's competitive selection. Apply through ichr.ac.in during the notified call.

Key facts

Offered by: Ministry of Education
Stipend: Junior Research Fellowship at approximately Rs 31,000 per month and Senior Research Fellowship at approximately Rs 35,000 per month, plus contingency and HRA as applicable.
Duration: Up to 2 years, extendable based on research progress
Location: India (at the fellow's research institution/archives)
Last date: Check ICHR website for annual call dates

Scholars pursuing doctoral research in history get a fellowship from the Indian Council of Historical Research to support archival research, fieldwork and thesis writing, encouraging quality historical scholarship across regional and national themes.

Fellowships are awarded through a competitive selection process based on submitted research proposals and academic record.

Who is eligible

Candidates registered for a PhD in History or a related discipline at a recognised university
Strong academic record and a well-defined research proposal

Frequently asked questions

Who can apply for ICHR Fellowship?

Candidates registered for a PhD in History or a related discipline at a recognised university with a strong research proposal.

What is the ICHR fellowship stipend?

Approximately Rs 31,000 per month for Junior Research Fellows and Rs 35,000 for Senior Research Fellows.

How long does the ICHR fellowship last?

Up to 2 years, with possible extension based on research progress.

Before you apply: confirm every date, fee and eligibility rule on the official website linked on this page. Public and Policy is an independent portal, not a government body, and details change without notice.