Applications Open for Shakti Scholars Fellowship to Support Research on Womens Issues

New Delhi, October 15 (Daily Kiran) : The National Commission for Women (NCW) has announced the opening of applications for the ‘Shakti Scholars: NCW Young Thinkers Research Fellowship Program 2.0’. This initiative aims to encourage youth, students, and researchers to delve into topics related to women’s issues. The fellowship seeks to contribute to women’s empowerment and improve related policies through research.

The program promotes interdisciplinary research across various fields, including women’s leadership and political participation, health and nutrition, education, economic empowerment, legal rights, cybersecurity, climate action, work-life balance, gender-based violence, and other pertinent issues.

The application process began on October 15 and will close on October 30. Interested candidates are encouraged to complete their registration before the deadline. Applicants must hold at least a graduate degree from a recognized institution, with preference given to those pursuing or having completed postgraduate studies. Independent researchers are also eligible to apply.

Candidates must be between 21 and 30 years old. Selected fellows will receive a research grant of ₹100,000 for six months, disbursed in stages based on satisfactory progress.

Interested applicants need to submit a completed application form, a research proposal of 1,500 to 2,000 words, a CV, academic certificates, proof of age and identity, and a recommendation letter (if applicable) via PDF to the designated email address before the deadline. It’s important to include “Shakti Scholars: NCW Young Thinkers Research Fellowship Program 2.0” in the subject line of the email.

Each applicant can submit only one research proposal. Applications will be evaluated by an expert committee formed by the NCW, and shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews.

For more details about the Shakti Scholars Fellowship 2.0, candidates can visit the official NCW website to review the full advertisement.