Fellowships for Master’s in economics
Master of Science in Economics is a two-year program, which imparts students with a rigorous and hands-on training in Economics, with special emphasis on analytical and problem solving skills as well as exposure to emerging policy issues at the national and international levels.
A maximum of five Scholarships per academic year for M.Sc. (Economics) will be provided for two years.
Eligibility Criteria
- Only applicants from the selected Asian countries are eligible for these scholarships.
- Applicant must have one of the following degree or equivalent-Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science in Economics/Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Statistics/Bachelor of Science in Physics or Mathematics/Bachelor of Technology/Bachelor of Engineering, with at least a Second Class/Division for Economics discipline and First Class/Division for other disciplines.
- The applicant must have studied Mathematics at the higher secondary (12 years School Leaving Examination) or higher level.
Benefits
- A monthly scholarship of INR 10000
- Medical Coverage of INR 25000 per year
- One time travel grant up to a maximum of INR 50000
Scholarships for M. Phil. in development studies
The M.Phil.programme is a two year programme, designed for those who would like to acquire a certain level of analytical and applied skills but may not be keen on pursuing a Ph.D. degree. It involves successful completion of course work as well as submission of a dissertation on a topic broadly involving Labor Market and Industrial Policy.
The programme will commence in August 2015 with special focus on Economics. The duration of the programme is two years and involves writing a research dissertation.
A maximum of three fellowships per academic year will be given for M.Phil. (Development Studies).
Eligibility Criteria
- Minimum qualification for admission to the M.Phil. programme includes one of the following degrees or their equivalents: Master of Arts/Master of Science in Economics/Master of Statistics/Master of Science in Physics or Mathematics or Environmental Science or Operations Research/Master of Business Administration/Master of Technology/Master of Engineering/Bachelor of Technology (4 years or above programs)/Bachelor of Engineering (4 years or above programs) with at least 55% aggregate marks for Economics discipline and 60% aggregate marks for all other disciplines.
- The applicant must have studied mathematics at the higher secondary (12 years School Leaving Examination) or higher level.
Stipend
- A monthly stipend of INR 17000 in the first two years
- Medical coverage of INR 25000 per year
- one time travel grant up to a maximum of INR 50000
- Applicable book grant
- One time conference travel funding
Selection Procedure
Candidates will be selected on the basis of their past academic record, statement of purpose, reference letters, conference/published papers (if any), and possibly a skype interview.
How to Apply?
Applicants can download the application forms from the website and the completed forms along with the necessary attachments can be uploaded online.
For more information about these scholarships, download this pdf or to apply online, visit IGIDR Application Link.
