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UoH invites Indian scholars for 2–3 postdoctoral positions in China Studies, offering US$1,750 monthly stipend and a US$6,500 annual research award. Apply by January 15, 2027.
Hyderabad : The University of Hyderabad (UoH) has invited applications from eligible Indian nationals for the University of Hyderabad and Harvard-Yenching Institute (UoH-HYI) Postdoctoral Fellowship Programme in China Studies.
The fellowship is being offered through the Department of Political Science, School of Social Sciences, University of Hyderabad. The notification invites applications for 2–3 postdoctoral positions, depending on the suitability of candidates.
Selected fellows will receive a monthly stipend of US$1,750, along with an annual research award of US$6,500. The fellowship will have a tenure of 24 months.
The last date for receipt of applications through the Google Form is January 15, 2027, by 5:00 PM IST.
UoH-HYI Postdoctoral Fellowship 2027: Key Details
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Particulars |
Details |
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Institution |
University of Hyderabad |
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Partner institution |
Harvard-Yenching Institute |
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Department |
Political Science |
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School |
School of Social Sciences |
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Fellowship |
UoH-HYI Postdoctoral Fellowship |
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Research area |
China Studies |
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Number of positions |
2–3 |
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Monthly stipend |
US$1,750 |
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Annual research award |
US$6,500 |
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Fellowship duration |
24 months |
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Eligible applicants |
Indian nationals |
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Application mode |
Google Form |
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Last date |
January 15, 2027, 5:00 PM IST |
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Interview mode |
Online |
Fellowship Benefits and Financial Support
The selected postdoctoral fellows will receive the following financial support during the fellowship:
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Benefit |
Amount |
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Monthly fellowship stipend |
US$1,750 |
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Annual research award |
US$6,500 |
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Fellowship tenure |
24 months |
The stipend will be paid in an amount equivalent to Indian rupees. The research award is provided annually.
Eligibility Criteria for UoH-HYI Postdoctoral Fellowship
According to the notification, applicants must fulfil the following essential requirements:
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Nationality: Applicants must be Indian citizens.
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Research background: Candidates must be scholars of China Studies.
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Academic affiliation: Applicants must be affiliated with an academic institution or university in India.
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PhD qualification: Candidates must have been awarded their PhD degree on or after January 1, 2021.
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PhD proof: Applicants must submit proof of PhD conferral.
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Employment status: Candidates must not hold permanent or tenured positions.
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Mandarin proficiency: Proficiency in Mandarin for academic research purposes is highly desirable.
Additional Requirement for Employed Applicants
Applicants who are currently employed must submit a No-Objection Certificate (NOC) from their present employer.
The NOC must permit full-time participation in the fellowship for the entire 24-month duration. It must be submitted at the time of joining the host institution.
How to Apply for the University of Hyderabad Postdoctoral Fellowship 2027?
Interested and eligible candidates must refer to the detailed Call for Application available on the Opportunities page of the Department of Political Science, School of Social Sciences, University of Hyderabad.
Application procedure:
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Visit the official University of Hyderabad website.
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Open the Department of Political Science page under the School of Social Sciences.
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Navigate to the Opportunities section.
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Locate the detailed call for the UoH-HYI Postdoctoral Fellowship Programme in China Studies.
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Read the complete application instructions and eligibility requirements.
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Submit the application through the Google Form specified in the call.
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Ensure that the application is submitted before the deadline.
Application deadline: January 15, 2027, by 5:00 PM IST.
Selection Process and Interview
The notification states that interviews will be conducted online through Google Meet or Zoom by the UoH-HYI Postdoctoral Fellowship Programme Selection Committee.
Only eligible candidates will be informed about the next stage through email or letter at a later date.
Important Dates
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Date |
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Notification date |
November 3, 2026 |
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Last date for application |
January 15, 2027 |
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Application closing time |
5:00 PM IST |
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Interview |
Online; date to be communicated |
Nature of Appointment
The university has clarified that the appointments under the programme are purely temporary. Selection for the fellowship does not provide any right to claim regular appointment at the University of Hyderabad.
Candidates should carefully read the detailed call for applications and ensure that they satisfy all eligibility conditions before submitting their forms.
Official website: https://uohyd.ac.in/
Department: Political Science, School of Social Sciences, University of Hyderabad.
FAQs
1. What is the UoH-HYI Postdoctoral Fellowship Programme?
It is a postdoctoral research fellowship offered by the University of Hyderabad in collaboration with the Harvard-Yenching Institute, focusing on China Studies.
2. How many positions are available?
The notification invites applications for 2–3 positions, depending on candidate suitability.
3. What is the monthly stipend?
Selected fellows will receive US$1,750 per month, equivalent in Indian rupees.
4. Is there any additional research grant?
Yes. The fellowship provides a research award of US$6,500 per annum.
5. What is the duration of the fellowship?
The fellowship tenure is 24 months.
6. Who is eligible to apply?
Indian citizens who are scholars of China Studies and affiliated with an academic institution or university in India can apply, subject to the other prescribed conditions.
7. What is the PhD eligibility requirement?
Applicants must have been awarded their PhD on or after January 1, 2021, and must provide proof of PhD conferral.
8. Is Mandarin language proficiency compulsory?
The notification states that Mandarin proficiency for academic research purposes is highly desirable.
9. Can candidates holding permanent academic positions apply?
No. The notification states that applicants must not hold permanent or tenured positions.
10. What is the last date to apply?
Applications must be received by January 15, 2027, at 5:00 PM IST.
11. How will the interview be conducted?
The interview will be conducted online through Google Meet or Zoom by the fellowship programme's Selection Committee.
12. Where can candidates find the application details?
Candidates should visit the Opportunities page of the Department of Political Science, School of Social Sciences, University of Hyderabad.
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