Yousef Jameel Doctoral Scholarships for Arabic Countries in Germany Applications are invited for Jawaharlal Nehru Scholarships to pursue PhD studies at a recognized University/Institution in India. These scholarships are available for Indian nationals and nationals of other eligible Asian countries. The Jawaharlal Nehru Scholarship is a scholarship conferred by the Jawaharlal Nehru Memorial Fund to Indian citizens carrying out scholarly research in India. The Jawaharlal Nehru Memorial Fund formally came into being when a National Committee consisting of 110 members was convened in New Delhi on 17 August 1964 under the Chairmanship of Dr S. Radhakrishnan, then President of India. The candidate should have a very good command of the English language. Course Level: Scholarships are available for pursuing PhD studies at a recognized University/Institution in India. Study Subject(s): Scholarships are awarded in any one of the following areas of specialisation: Indian History and Civilization, Sociology, Comparative Studies in Religion & Culture, Economics, Geography, Philosophy, Ecology & Environment. Scholarship Award: -Maintenance allowance including Tuition fee – Rs.18,000 per month -Contingent expenses for study tours within India, purchase of books, stationery, etc. – Rs.15,000 per annum. Scholarship can be taken at: India Eligibility: At the time of making the application for scholarship, a candidate should -Hold a First Class Post-graduate degree with a minimum 60% marks in aggregate in both graduate and post graduate level, -Already be registered/admitted for Ph.D. degree with a recognized University/Institution in India. Those who have applied for registration and have not yet been registered at the time of submission of application, are not eligible to apply, -Not be above 35 years of age, -Be a full-time Ph.D. Scholar. Nationality: Scholarship is open for Indian nationals. Nationals of other Asian countries: Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Cambodia, Indonesia, Malaysia, Maldives, Myanmar, Nepal, Philippines, Sri Lanka, Thailand and Vietnam are also eligible to apply for this scholarship. College Admission Requirement Entrance Requirement: Applications must hold a First Class Post-graduate degree with minimum 60% marks in aggregate in both graduate and post graduate level, Test Requirement: No English Language Requirement: The candidate should have a very good command of the English language. India Scholarships Supporting Documents: The following documents should be securely attached seriatim to the Application Form: -A passport size photograph of the applicant to be pasted on the form. -A synopsis of around 1500 words or about 4 pages in double space. -Doctoral Monitoring Committee or Supervisor’s report. -Postal Order/Demand Draft for Rs.100. -Ph.D registration certificate. How to Apply: Completed application form together with all the necessary enclosures should reach Administrative Secretary, Jawaharlal Nehru Memorial Fund, Teen Murti House, New Delhi-110011 during April and May. The candidates are advised to send their applications as soon as possible. The Fund will not be responsible for any postal delays in reaching the application by the due date. Application Form Application Deadline: The application deadline is 31 May.