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Jawaharlal Nehru Scholarships for Doctoral Studies 2026

Awarded by Jawaharlal Nehru Memorial Fund

Scholarship Details

Eligible Degrees

PhD

Funding Type

Partial Funding · Tuition and maintenance of Rs.18,000 per month + Travel and books of Rs.15,000 per annum

Eligible Courses

Indian History & Civilization, Sociology, Comparative Studies in Religion & Culture, Economics and Ecology & Environment.

Eligible Nationalities

Open to India and Asian nationals

Can Be Taken At

Universities and Institutions in India

Provider

Jawaharlal Nehru Memorial Fund

Last Verified On

01 Sep 2026 by WeMakeScholars Scholarship Team

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Overview

Jawaharlal Nehru Memorial Fund offers Ph.D. scholarships in the fields of Indian History & Civilization, Sociology, Comparative Studies in Religion & Culture, Economics and Ecology & Environment.

Eligibility for Jawaharlal Nehru Memorial Fund India Scholarships in India :

  • The Jawaharlal Nehru Memorial Fund India Scholarships are open to nationals of India and other Asian countries.
  • Applicants should have a first class in the Post-graduate degree with a minimum of 60% marks in aggregate in both graduate and postgraduate level.
  • Candidates should have applied and should have been admitted to a Ph.D. degree in a recognized University/Institution in India.
  • The maximum age limit for the applicants is 35 years.
  • Applicants should be full-time Ph.D. Scholars.

Documents required:

  • The candidates applying for Jawaharlal Nehru Memorial Fund India Scholarships must submit a passport-size photograph and a Ph.D. registration certificate.
  • The applicants should submit a 1500-word synopsis and Rs.100 Demand Draft.
  • A report from a supervisor should also be submitted.
  • Candidates belonging to SC/ST are exempt from paying this application fee.
  • PhD registration certificate
  • Self-attested photocopies of certificates.

Value of Jawaharlal Nehru Memorial Fund India Scholarships in India :

  • The successful applicants of Jawaharlal Nehru Memorial Fund India Scholarships will receive:
    • Tuition fee and maintenance allowance worth Rs.18,000 per month.
    • The scholarship also offers Rs.15,000 per year towards books, stationery, and study tours within India.
  • The duration of the scholarship is two years.

Application deadline: 31st Aug 2026

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  • Language Test Scores (If applicable)

  • Recommendation Letters (If applicable)

  • Other Supporting Documents (As specified by the scholarship provider)

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FAQs

  • Yes, you can secure an education loan to study abroad at Jawaharlal Nehru Memorial Fund. Education loans are of two types — Collateral and non-collateral. Collateral includes either: Immovable property – a house or a flat or land (or) liquid security – an FD, or LIC or shares or bonds. Agricultural lands are not accepted by any bank for education loan.

    Public banks like SBI, BOB offer these types of education loans. There are many NBFCs who offer Non-collateral education loans. Apply for the best education loan to study abroad.
  • The deadline of Jawaharlal Nehru Scholarships for Doctoral Studies 2026 is Expired.
  • Jawaharlal Nehru Scholarships for Doctoral Studies 2026 is offered to PhD degree.
  • Jawaharlal Nehru Scholarships for Doctoral Studies 2026 is offered for Indian History & Civilization, Sociology, Comparative Studies in Religion & Culture, Economics and Ecology & Environment..
  • Jawaharlal Nehru Scholarships for Doctoral Studies 2026 is open for: Open to India and Asian nationals.
  • Jawaharlal Nehru Scholarships for Doctoral Studies 2026 is offered by Jawaharlal Nehru Memorial Fund.
  • Jawaharlal Nehru Scholarships for Doctoral Studies 2026 covers Partial Funding, Tuition and maintenance of Rs.18,000 per month + Travel and books of Rs.15,000 per annum.