Banaras Hindu University (BHU) has invited applications for the Raja Jwala Prasad Post-Doctoral Fellowship (RJP-PDF) 2026. The fellowship provides an excellent opportunity for talented researchers to undertake advanced research at one of India’s leading universities.
Selected candidates will receive a monthly fellowship of ₹60,000, ₹10,000 HRA, and a research contingency grant of ₹50,000 per year for a one-year tenure.
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Fellowship | Raja Jwala Prasad Post-Doctoral Fellowship (RJP-PDF) |
| University | Banaras Hindu University (BHU) |
| Number of Fellowships | 32 |
| Duration | 1 Year (12 Months) |
| Monthly Fellowship | ₹60,000 |
| House Rent Allowance (HRA) | ₹10,000 per month |
| Research Contingency | ₹50,000 per year (Pro-rata basis) |
| Application Mode | Offline |
| Last Date to Apply | 21 August 2026 |
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must hold a Ph.D. degree from an Indian university/institute ranked within the top 50 in NIRF (overall or subject-wise), or A university ranked within the top 500 globally in QS or Times Higher Education (THE) rankings.
Further, applicants must have a strong research record with at least two publications in Q1 or Q2 or SCOPUS/ Web of Science-listed journals.
Fellowship Benefits
Selected Raja Jwala Prasad Post-Doctoral Fellows will receive:
- Monthly Fellowship: ₹60,000
- House Rent Allowance: ₹10,000 per month
- Research Contingency Grant: ₹50,000 per year
- Duration: 12 months
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