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Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) And Research Associateship (RA) For Foreign Nationals

The scheme was initiated keeping in view the political and cultural bilateral relations of India with other developing countries: Asia, Africa, Latin America. The scheme has opened new vistas for foreign students and teachers, enable them to come to India and undertake advanced studies and research.

Authority

Central

Region

None

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

Who can apply

Target Group: Students and teachers from developing countries of Asia/Africa and Latin America. | For Junior Research Fellowship (JRF): 35 years for male candidates as of 1st July of the year of application and 40 years for female candidates. The candidates must have at least a high-class master’s degree with a second-class bachelor’s degree or a second-class master’s degree with a first-class bachelor’s degree. | For Research Associateship (RA): In the case of male applicants the age should be 40 years as of 1st July of the year of application, and 45 years in the case of female candidates. The candidates must have a doctorate degree, published research work to their credit, and evidence of independent research work.

Required Paperwork

  • Aadhaar Card
  • PAN Card
  • Income Certificate
  • Residence Proof (Domicile)

Common Questions

Students And Teachers From Which Developing Countries Are Eligible To Apply To This Scheme?

Students and teachers from developing countries of Asia/Africa and Latin America are eligible to apply.

Is There Any Eligibility Criteria Regarding The Age Of The Candidate?

For Junior Research Fellowship (JRF): 35 years for male candidates as on 1st July of the year of application and 40 years for female candidates. | For Research Associateship (RA): In case of male applicants the age should be 40 years as on 1st July of the year of application, and 45 years in the case of female candidates.

Is There Any Eligibility Criteria Regarding The Educational Qualification Of The Candidate?

For Junior Research Fellowship (JRF): The candidates must have at least a high-class master's degree with a second-class bachelor's degree, or second-class master's degree with a first-class bachelor's degree. | For Research Associateship (RA): The candidates must have a doctorate degree, published research work to their credit and evidence of independent research work.

How Many Slots Are Available Under The Scheme For Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) And For Research Associateship (RA)?

The number of slots available under the scheme is 20 for Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) and 7 for Research Associateship (RA).

Is The Tenure Extendable?

The tenure of these awards is four years (Non-extendable) for both JRF and RA.

What Is The Amount Of Fellowship Provided To The JRF?

Fellowship for JRF - | @ Rs. 12,000/-p.m. for an initial period of two years. | @ Rs. 14,000/-p.m. for the remaining period subject to the recommendation for enhancement/extension by a three-member committee and the Commission's approval for Sciences for initial two years.

What Is The Amount Of Fellowship Provided To The RA?

Fellowship for RA - | @ Rs. 16,000/-p.m. (Fixed) for 4 years.

What If The University Fails To Provide A Suitable Single-Seated Hostel Accommodation In The Institution To The JRF?

Suitable single-seated hostel accommodation in the institutions may be provided to the JRF, failing which HRA as per rules of the university/institution will be paid to the Fellow subject to the submission of the HRA certificate through Registrar/Principal.