Chanakya National Law University (CNLU) Post-Doctoral Fellowship 2025-26
The Chanakya National Law University (CNLU), Patna, a NAAC-accredited institution, has announced a Call for Applications for its prestigious Post-Doctoral Fellowship program 2025-2026. This is a high-value opportunity for seasoned researchers and scholars seeking to advance their work in Law, Social Sciences, Humanities, or related multidisciplinary fields.
The fellowship offers a substantial monthly stipend and a focused environment for academic excellence and publication.
Key Fellowship Details and Emoluments
The Post-Doctoral Fellowship at CNLU is designed to be a full-time, intensive research position aimed at producing high-quality, impactful scholarship.
| Feature | Detail |
| Position | Post-Doctoral Fellow (PDF) |
| Location | Chanakya National Law University, Patna |
| Compensation | ₹ 90,000/- per month (Consolidated Fellowship) |
| Duration | Fixed term of Two Years, extendable by one more year. |
| Note on Income | Fellows cannot hold or accept any other paid appointment from any other source during the tenure of the award. |
Eligibility Criteria (Must-Haves for Applicants)
Candidates must meet stringent academic and publication requirements to be eligible for the Post-Doctoral Fellowship:
- Doctoral Degree: Must hold a Doctoral Degree (Ph.D.) in one of the following fields:
- Law
- Social Sciences
- Humanities
- Management
- Any discipline related to Law in multidisciplinary research.
- Publication Record: Must have at least three publications in peer-reviewed journals, specifically those indexed in:
- UGC Care Listed
- Scopus indexed
- Web of Science (WoS)
Preference will be accorded to candidates with publications in Scopus/Web of Science or books published by reputed international publishing houses like Oxford, Cambridge, Hart, or Sweet & Maxwell.
Job Description and Deliverables
The Post-doctoral Researcher will focus primarily on two areas: research and teaching/course offering.
| Area of Work | Mandatory Deliverables / Duties |
| Research | Conducting research work in the area of specialization the Fellow is registered in. |
| Publication | Publishing at least two research papers annually in Web of Science or Scopus listed journals, OR publishing a book by a reputed international publishing house. |
| Teaching/Academics | May be given a mandatory course to teach, or the Fellow may voluntarily propose to offer an elective or seminar course in their area of specialization. |
| Consultancy | May be entitled to additional payment if they successfully bring projects or consultancy assignments to the University (as per University rules). |
Application Process and Important Deadline
The application process is strictly online and requires detailed documentation regarding the candidate’s research plans and academic history.
| Action Item | Details and Deadline |
| Notification Date | December 6, 2025 (Advt. No.: 36/2025-26(Appt.)) |
| Application Link | Online Google Form Link (Available on the official CNLU website) |
| Final Submission Deadline | 20th December, 2025 (4:00 p.m.) |
Application Checklist:
- Duly filled Application Form (in prescribed format).
- Comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV).
- Detailed Research Proposal on the area of research to be undertaken.
- List of Publications.
- Relevant annexures (degrees, experience certificates, etc.).
Selection is based on the quality of publications, teaching and research experience, an interview, and a presentation of the research proposal. Applications from diverse academic backgrounds are encouraged, provided there is an understanding of a social science-based conceptual design.
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