Indian Council of Historical Research (ICHR), New Delhi has invited online applications for the award of 80 Junior Research Fellowships (JRF) in historical studies (Ancient/ Medieval/ Modern India) on contractual basis. The fellowship is a whole-time engagement for research work and cannot be combined with any other full-time or part-time work.
| Post Name | Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) |
| Total Vacancies | 80 Posts |
| Age Limit | As per ICHR norms |
| Salary | ₹17,600/- pm + ₹16,500/- contingency grant per annum |
| Minimum Qualification | Registered for Ph.D. in Historical Studies |
| Application Fee | ₹500 (Others) | Nil (SC/ST/PwBD) |
| Selection Process | Online Entrance Test + Presentation-cum-Interview + Document Verification |
| Job Location | New Delhi (Interview) / Anywhere in India (Research) |
| Last Date | 10 April 2026 (Online) | 17 April 2026 (Printout) |
Eligible candidates must apply online only through the ICHR portal. No other mode of application will be accepted.
➢ Step 1: Visit the official application portal ichrreg.com and register using valid email ID and mobile number.
➢ Step 2: Fill the online application form carefully with personal, educational, Ph.D. registration details and choose specialization (Ancient/Medieval/Modern India).
➢ Step 3: Upload scanned copies of photograph, signature, educational certificates, Ph.D. registration proof and other required documents.
➢ Step 4: Pay the application fee online (if applicable) and submit the form.
➢ Step 5: Take a printout of the filled application form and send the hard copy (with all enclosures) so as to reach ICHR on or before 17 April 2026.
| ICHR JRF Detailed Notification PDF | View Notification |
Name: Indian Council of Historical Research (ICHR)
Indian Council of Historical Research (ICHR), New Delhi has invited online applications for the award of 80 Junior Research Fellowships (JRF) in historical studies (Ancient/ Medieval/ Modern India) on contractual basis. The fellowship is a whole-time engagement for research work and cannot be combined with any other full-time or part-time work.