I am doing MBA. After MBA I wish to do Phd in Management. I am planning to do Phd in US. Can I avail Fulbright- Nehru Doctoral Research Fellowships? What are the eligibility needed to apply for Fulbright- Nehru Doctoral Research Fellowships?
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Be a responsible Indian citizen who can contribute to a full and fair picture of the culture and civilization of India, and thereby help to promote understanding and friendship between the peoples of the United States of America and India;
have a high level of academic/professional achievement;
demonstrate proficiency in the English language to undertake the proposed project/program and adjust to life in the US. The applicant may be required to take the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL);
be present in India at the time of submitting the application and interview, if required. If you will be abroad, please keep us informed.
be eligible for leave, if employed;
be in good health;
not be residing in the United States;
not be applying for or holding permanent residence (green card) in the United States;
preference will be given to candidates who have not had extensive recent US experience; and
should give an undertaking to return to India on the completion of the fellowship
should have done adequate research in the relevant field, especially in the identification of resources in India and the U.S. They should be registered for their Ph.D.s at an Indian institution at least one year prior to the date of application and should enclose a certificate from their Ph.D. supervisor commenting on their research work and the usefulness of the fellowship, and indicating the Ph.D. registration dates
should apply through proper channel if employed; and
should enclose a 'writing sample' which could be a copy of an article or paper published/presented or extracts from the M.Phil. thesis.
