Archive · 23 Dec 2025
NCW Launches SHAKTI Scholars Fellowship
The National Commission for Women (NCW) in India has started a new program called the SHAKTI Scholars Fellowship.
This program gives money to young people to study problems that women face in India.
The goal is to find solutions that can help make things better for women.
People between 21 and 30 years old who have at least a bachelor's degree can apply.
They can study things like women's safety, health, education, and how to make workplaces better for women.
If chosen, they get Rs 1 lakh to do their research for six months.
The NCW also has a helpline number, 14490, for women who need help right away.
NCW launched SHAKTI Scholars Fellowship to support research on women's issues in India.
Fellowship open to Indian citizens aged 21-30 with at least a bachelor's degree.
Selected fellows receive Rs 1 lakh for six months of research.
Research topics include women's safety, health, education, and workplace issues.
Applications due by December 31st, with selection via expert review and online interview.
- Who
- National Commission for Women (NCW)
- What
- Launched SHAKTI Scholars Fellowship to support women-centric research
- When
- Not specified, but applications due by December 31st
- Where
- India
- Why
- To encourage research on issues faced by women and improve policies
- Fellowship Name
- SHAKTI Scholars: NCW Young Research Fellowship
- Target Age Group
- 21 to 30 years
- Eligibility
- Indian citizens with at least a bachelor's degree
- Grant Amount
- Rs 1 lakh for six months
- Application Deadline
- December 31st, 5:30 PM
- Selection Process
- Review by expert committee and online interview
- Helpline Number
- 14490