The PALEOHER Ratna Fellowship: Opportunity For Female Researchers From South Asia
- Inarch Center
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Are you a talented woman from South Asia striving to make your mark in prehistoric research but facing economic challenges?
The PALEOHER Ratna Fellowship is dedicated to empowering women from economically challenged backgrounds in South Asia to further their academic pursuits in prehistoric research.
This fellowship aims to promote research opportunities for unprivileged women in prehistoric and multidisciplinary studies. We encourage interdisciplinary approaches and financially support empirical research initiatives in India.
The Opportunity and Financial Support
The PALEOHER Ratna Fellowship provides a grant of ₹10,000. This funding may be used to cover research-related expenses, including travel, accommodation, field survey costs, or laboratory fees.
Recipients gain the chance to work on a postgraduate or early Ph.D. project through a crucial lab visit or field survey in India. The fellowship actively promotes skills development in fields such as quaternary research, palaeoanthropology, paleoclimate, ecology, archaeology, and related fields.
Who Should Apply? (Eligibility Highlights)
The fellowship is open to eligible candidates who meet the following requirements:
Gender and Nationality: Open to female candidates from South Asia.
Economic Status: Preference is given to applicants from economically disadvantaged backgrounds. Proof of Economic Status (income certificate or other relevant documents) is required.
Academic Level: Applicants must be in a postgraduate or early Ph.D. program related to prehistoric research, archaeology, paleoclimate studies, ecology, or related fields.
Community Membership: Applicants must be registered members of the PALEOHER community.
What We Look For in Your Research Proposal
We seek proposals that demonstrate scientific understanding and clear objectives. Preference is given to proposals that emphasize fieldwork in India, laboratory analysis, or technical skill development.
Your proposal must have a significant component of prehistoric research and articulate how the fellowship will enable the achievement of specific research objectives. Proposals involving multidisciplinary studies are preferred.
Application Essentials & Deadline
To apply, candidates must submit:
1. A Detailed application form (as per Annexure 1).
2. Two Recommendation Letters (preferably from academic mentors or field professionals).
3. Proof of Economic Status.
4. Latest Academic Transcript or Proof of Enrollment.
5. A comprehensive Project Proposal detailing the research objective, plan, and timeline.
Do not miss this opportunity! Last Date of Application: 20 November 2025
Apply Now and join the ranks of successful scholars like Miss. Shilu Kumari, Ratna Fellow 2025! Secure the funding needed for your project’s completion or significant advancement and contribute to advancing knowledge in prehistoric studies.
To know more about it, please read the official advertisement here!
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Disclaimer
Please note that Inarch Center is merely an advertising platform for this fellowship. We have no direct association with the Palaeoher fellowships or the organization. All prospective readers are advised to exercise caution and conduct thorough due diligence. This includes reviewing the official notification available on the Palaeoher official website and consulting with professional seniors or relevant experts. Inarch Center explicitly disclaims all responsibility for any errors, omissions, or discrepancies that may be discovered or arise in the future. Please note that Inarch Center is merely an advertising platform for this program. We have no direct association with the Palaeoher program or the governing organization. All prospective readers are advised to exercise caution and conduct thorough due diligence. This includes reviewing the official notification available on the Palaeoher official website and consulting with professional seniors or relevant experts. Inarch Center explicitly disclaims all responsibility for any errors, omissions, or discrepancies that may be discovered or arise in the future.
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