P. A. Sangma Fellowship for Legal and Policy Research 2026 by NLS, Bengaluru [Salary Rs 60K]: Apply by Oct 9
National Law School of India University (NLSIU) is inviting applications for four Research Fellow positions under the P. A. Sangma Fellowship for Legal and Policy Research, based in Meghalaya.
About National Law School of India University (NLSIU)
The National Law School of India University (NLSIU), commonly referred to as the National Law School (NLS), is a state law university in Bengaluru, Karnataka, India. Established under the Karnataka Act No. 22 of 1986, it is widely regarded as one of the most elite institutions in India for legal education and has consistently been ranked first in the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) for law.
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About the Fellowship
NLSIU is inviting applications for four Research Fellow positions under the sixth cohort of the P. A. Sangma Fellowship for Legal and Policy Research.
The Fellowship seeks to expose Fellows to the complex social and economic challenges of Meghalaya, a Sixth Schedule State, and facilitate interventions through analysis of legal and policy frameworks in collaboration with senior policymakers of the Government.
Research Fellows will be jointly mentored by Nodal Officers of the Government of Meghalaya and NLSIU.
Eligibility
The Fellowship is open to:
Explore practical law courses to build career-ready legal skills.
- NLSIU students who have graduated in the B.A. LL.B. (Hons.), LL.M., and M.P.P. courses,
- Domicile citizens of Meghalaya with law degrees from any university
Duration
12 months, extendable
Stipend
- Monthly stipend: INR 60,000
- Monthly House Rent Allowance: INR 10,000
Mode
Onsite
Location
Meghalaya
Selection Process
Eligible and shortlisted candidates will be interviewed. Upon selection, the Government of Meghalaya will provide the terms of reference for the Fellowship.
Last Date to Apply
9 October 2026, 5 PM (IST)
Application Procedure
Click Here To Apply.
Eligible candidates are required to submit the application form along with:
- Updated CV/Resume of not more than two pages
- Statement of Purpose of up to 1,000 words
- Details and contact information of two references
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