Academic Outreach
Post Doctoral Programmes
About the Programme
The IGIDR Post Doctoral Fellowship Programme aims to provide early career researchers w ith an opportunity to conductindependent researchin economics and related fields. The programme offers a supportive academic environment with access to state-of-the-art research facilities and opportunities for collaboration with faculty members
Programme Highlights:
Responsibilties
- Duration: -2 years (extendable based on performance)
- Fellowship Amount:Rs. 70,000 per month
- Accommodation:On-campus housing facility (subject to availabilty)
- Office Space:Oedicated workspace with computing facilit ies
- Research Support Access tolibrary,databases, computing resources, and research funding
Post Doctoral Fellows are expected to:
- Conduct high-quality independent research in their area of specialization
- Publish research findings in reputed academic journals
- Present research work at seminars and conferences
- Participate in academic activities of theinstitute
- Collaborate with faculty members on research projects
- Collaborate with fContribute to teaching activities ( imited, if required) aculty members on research projects
- Submit progress reports on research activities
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must meet the following eligibility criter a to apply for the Post Doctoral Fellowship Programme:
- Ph.D. in Economics or related disciplines from a recognized university/institute
- Candidates who have submitted their Ph.D.thesis and are awaiting defense may also apply
- Strong academic record with evidence of research potential
- Research interests aligned with theinstitute's focus areas
- Proficiency in quantitative research methods
- Good communication and writing skills in English
Application Procedure
Interested candidates should follow these steps to apply for the Post DoctoralFellowship Programme:
- Complete the online application form available on the IGIDR website
- Submit a detailed research proposal (maximum 3000 words) outlining the research objectives, methodology, and expected outcomes
- Provide a comprehensive curriculum vitae including academic qualifications, research experience, and publications
- Submit two samples of written work {publ shed papers or working papers)
- Arrange for two letters of recommendation to be sent directly to the institute
- Provide a statement of purpose explaining your research interests and career goals
- Applcations are accepted throughout the year, but selections are typically made twice a year (May and November).
Past Fellows
Our Post Doctoral Fellowship Programme has hosted several distinguished researchers who have gone on to successful academic careers. Here are some of our past fellows:
Dr.RajeshKumar
Fellowship Period:2018-2020
Research Area: Macroeconomic Polcy and Financial Markets
Current Position: Assistant Professor, Delhi School of Economics
Dr.RajeshKumar
Fellowship Period:2018-2020
Research Area: Macroeconomic Polcy and Financial Markets
Current Position: Assistant Professor, Delhi School of Economics
Dr.RajeshKumar
Fellowship Period:2018-2020
Research Area: Macroeconomic Polcy and Financial Markets
Current Position: Assistant Professor, Delhi School of Economics
Dr.RajeshKumar
Fellowship Period:2018-2020
Research Area: Macroeconomic Polcy and Financial Markets
Current Position: Assistant Professor, Delhi School of Economics
IGIDR Post Doctoral Fellowship Programme
Duration (1-Year)
Full Time Fellowship
About
The IGIDR Post-Doctoral Fellowship aims to support outstanding Ph.D. holders in conducting high-quality research. This one-year, full-time, fixed-term position is independent of faculty recruitment. Fellows receive ₹70,000 per month, shared campus accommodation (subject to availability), office space, and full access to the institute’s library, computing, and other facilities.
Responsibilities
Eligibility
Application Procedure
Selection is based on the candidate’s application, research proposal, supporting documents, and an interview at IGIDR. Final admission may require approval from the candidate’s parent institution. Junior faculty must apply through proper channels and submit a No Objection Certificate at the interview.
Testimonials
Dr.Riya Deshmukh
Post-Doctoral Fellow (2019–20)
Dr.Riya Deshmukh
Post-Doctoral Fellow (2019–20)
Dr.Riya Deshmukh
Post-Doctoral Fellow (2019–20)