Archive · 23 Jul 2026
VNC-India Invites Applications for Ornithology Fellowship 2026
The Voluntary Nature Conservancy (VNC-India) is inviting applications for the Dr. Bhavbhuti Parasharya Ornithology Fellowship 2026.
This fellowship is for young researchers who are interested in studying birds and their habitats.
The selected fellows will get Rs 1.5 lakh to do their research for six to eight months.
They will also get help and advice from experts.
The fellowship is open to Indian nationals who are 25 years old or younger.
Applications are open until August 15.
The goal is to help young scientists do important work in bird conservation and wetland protection.
VNC-India invites applications for the Dr. Bhavbhuti Parasharya Ornithology Fellowship 2026.
Fellowship supports young researchers in avian ecology, wetland conservation, and bird research.
Selected fellows receive Rs 1.5 lakh for research projects over 6-8 months.
Open to Indian nationals aged 25 years or younger.
Applications open until August 15.
- Who
- Indian nationals aged 25 years or younger passionate about bird conservation, wetland ecosystems, and ecological research.
- What
- Applications for the Dr. Bhavbhuti Parasharya Ornithology Fellowship 2026.
- When
- Applications open until August 15.
- Where
- India.
- Why
- To support young researchers in avian ecology, wetland conservation, and bird research.
Supporters of the Fellowship
Critics of the Fellowship
Impact on Conservation
Supporters of the Fellowship
The fellowship will significantly contribute to avian ecology and wetland conservation by supporting young researchers.
Critics of the Fellowship
The fellowship may not have a substantial impact due to its limited scope and duration.
- Organization
- Voluntary Nature Conservancy (VNC-India)
- Fellowship Name
- Dr. Bhavbhuti Parasharya Ornithology Fellowship 2026
- Grant Amount
- Rs 1.5 lakh
- Duration
- 6 to 8 months
- Eligibility Age
- 25 years or younger
- Application Deadline
- August 15
- Application Portal
- ncf.vncindia.org