Overview

The Ms. Agatha Harrison Memorial Fellowship is a coveted academic fellowship offered to Indian scholars for advanced research in the field of Modern Indian Studies at the University of Oxford, UK. Instituted in memory of Ms. Agatha Harrison, a distinguished British academic and social reformer with a deep connection to India, this fellowship aims to foster intellectual collaboration and cultural exchange between India and the United Kingdom.

Who Can Apply?

• Be an Indian national currently residing in India.
• Consistent academic performance

Application Procedure

• Once the application and all required documents are submitted, shortlisted candidates will receive a confirmation email.
• The Ministry of Education will also publish the list of selected candidates for the interview stage on its official website.

What Financial Support is Available?

The recipient of Ms. Agatha Harrison Memorial Fellowship is also given return Air travel allowance, in an Economy class. The travel allowance is also applicable for the scholar’s spouse, only if he/she stays in the UK along with the scholar for a continuous period of one year. However, if the spouse lives with the candidate, then the candidate will have to meet the expenditure of the spouse by himself/herself, as the fellowship amount is given only for a single person.

Other Details

Documents Needed:

1. Educational Certificates: Self-attested copies of all degrees and certificates from previous examinations, including proof of date of birth.
2. Equivalence Proof (if applicable): For degrees or diplomas obtained from foreign institutions, an equivalence certificate issued by a competent authority must be provided.
3. Employment Certificate: A letter or certificate confirming a minimum of three years of teaching experience at the undergraduate or postgraduate level.
4. Research Proposal: A clear, well-drafted proposal (minimum 500 words) explaining the purpose, justification, and goals of the proposed research or study in the UK.
5. Photograph and Signature: Recent passport-sized photo and signature, formatted to the required specifications (200x230 pixels, 530 KB max).

For More Information

For more information click here: https://www.education.gov.in/sites/upload files/mhrd/files/upload_document/agatha.pdf