About NLSIU Research Fellowships 2025

The National Law School of India University (NLSIU), Bengaluru, has announced the opening of applications for its prestigious NLSIU Research Fellowships for 2025-2026. These fellowships offer an excellent opportunity for researchers, scholars, and young professionals to contribute to cutting-edge research in law, social sciences, public policy, and interdisciplinary fields. The positions are offered on a contractual basis for the academic year 2025–26.

Available Fellowship Positions

NLSIU invites applications for the following fellowship categories:

1. Graduate Research Fellowship (10 Positions)

Two of these positions are supported by the JSW Centre for the Future of Law at NLSIU.
(Applications for JSW Centre Fellowships are advertised separately.)

2. NLSIU Postdoctoral Fellowship (5 Positions)

3. University Research Fellowship (5 Positions)

About the NLSIU Research Fellowships Programme

In 2020–21, NLSIU introduced its Grand Challenges Model, identifying five major 21st-century challenges:

• Climate Justice
• Labour and Work
• State Capacity and Reform
• Law and Technology
• Access to Justice and Legal Reform

The Research Fellowships Programme 2025–26 aligns with this model by promoting original research, fostering academic collaboration, and widening interdisciplinary engagement across legal and social science domains.

Key Features of the Programme

1. Opportunity to work in NLSIU’s thriving academic ecosystem
2. Access to workshops, seminars, and intellectual events
3. Full access to library and digital research resources
4. Publication opportunities in NLSIU blogs, journals, and platforms
5. Collaboration with leading academicians and researchers

Objectives of the Fellowships

The NLSIU Fellowship Programme aims to:

1. Strengthen Research Interventions

Support policy-based and academic research aligned with NLSIU’s grand challenges.

2. Expand Interdisciplinary Research

Encourage innovative work across legal studies, social sciences, and public policy.

3. Build a Vibrant Research Community

Foster collaboration among NLSIU faculty, visiting scholars, and fellows.

4. Promote Global Academic Leadership

Enhance India’s presence in global scholarly networks through impactful research.

Location

Fellows are generally expected to work on campus at NLSIU, Bengaluru. However, in some cases, flexibility may be provided based on project requirements.

Remuneration: NLSIU Research Fellowships 2026

The fellowship offers competitive monthly stipends, depending on the selected category:

• Graduate Research Fellowship: ₹55,000 – ₹65,000 per month
• Postdoctoral Research Fellowship: ₹1,00,000 – ₹1,50,000 per month
• University Research Fellowship: ₹1,70,000 – ₹2,00,000 per month

These benefits make the program one of India’s leading research opportunities within the legal academic sector.

How to Apply

Interested applicants must submit their applications through the respective Google Forms:

1. Graduate Research Fellowship
2. NLSIU Postdoctoral Fellowship
3. University Research Fellowship

(Forms available on the official NLSIU website.)

Application Deadline

Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis, with three review rounds:

• First Review: For applications received up to September 15, 2025 (11:59 PM)
• Second Review: For applications received between September 16 and December 15, 2025 (11:59 PM)

Applicants are encouraged to apply early for priority consideration.

Contact

For queries, email: recruitment@nls.ac.in

About NLSIU

Established in 1987, the National Law School of India University is India’s top-ranked law university, consistently ranked #1 in NIRF for the last seven years. NLSIU is known for academic excellence, pioneering legal research, and leadership in public policy, social sciences, and humanities.