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ICHR JRF 2025-26 Notification Out : Apply Online for 80 Fellowships

Last Updated: March 25, 2026 3:01 pm

ICHR JRF 2025-26 notification is out for scholars currently pursuing their Ph.D. in historical studies. The Indian Council of Historical Research (ICHR) is offering 80 Junior Research Fellowships for eligible candidates across the country. You can submit your application online on the official website before April 10, 2026. This simple guide covers all the important factual details like dates, fees, syllabus, and the step-by-step application process to help you easily understand the requirements.

ICHR JRF 2025-26 Notification Out Apply Online for 80 Fellowships

ICHR JRF 2025-26 Overview

FeatureOfficial Details
Organization NameIndian Council of Historical Research (ICHR)
Post NameJunior Research Fellowships (JRF)
Total Vacancies80
Official Websitewww.ichr.ac.in

ICHR JRF 2025-26
Important Dates

EventDate
Notification Release Date20.03.2026
Application Start Date20/03/2026
Last Date For Registration10/04/2026
Last Date For Hard Copy Submission17/04/2026
Admit Card Release DateBefore the Examination
Exam DateNotify soon

Application Fee

CategoryFee Details
General / OBC / EWSRs. 500/-
SC / ST / PwDExempted (Rs. 0)
Payment ModeOnline only

Age Limit Details

CriteriaAge Details
Minimum AgeNot specified in the notification
Maximum AgeNot specified in the notification
Age RelaxationNot specified in the notification

ICHR JRF 2025-26
Vacancy Details

Post NameTotal PostsAdvt No.
Junior Research Fellowships (JRF)8001-1/2025-26/JRF Exam/ICHR

ICHR JRF 2025-26
Eligibility Details

RequirementEligibility Criteria
Educational QualificationCandidates must be registered in recognized universities for a Ph.D. Programme in historical studies.

Category-Wise Vacancy Details

CategoryVacancy Allocation
All CategoriesA total of 80 fellowships will be awarded, applying the usual reservation rules for SC, ST & PwD.

State-Wise Vacancy Details

StateAvailability
All IndiaThis is an All-India Central Fellowship; eligible Ph.D. scholars from any state in India can apply.

Important Documents Required

Document TypeDescription
Core DocumentsPh.D. registration certificate and certificates of educational qualifications.
Research DocumentsResearch Proposal forwarded by Supervisor and Published Research Papers (if any).
Additional CertificatesCategory Certificate (if applicable) and a Certificate of Supervisor regarding suitability. All documents must be self-attested.

ICHR JRF 2025-26
Syllabus Overview

Subject UnitTopics
Unit- I: Ancient Indian HistoryEarliest time up to 12th Century, including Indus civilization, Vedic culture, Maurya/Gupta empires.
Unit- II: Medieval Indian HistoryDelhi Sultanate, Mughals, Marathas, regional powers, society, and economy.
Unit- III: Modern Indian HistoryAdvent of European Powers, 1857 Revolt, and Nationalist activities from 1858-1947.

Exam Pattern

StageExamination Details
Stage- I (Online Test)100 objective type questions carrying 100 marks total. There is no negative marking, and the paper is bilingual (English & Hindi).
Stage- II (Interview)Presentation-cum-Interview carrying a maximum of 60 marks, based on the registered Ph.D. topic.

Selection Process

StepSelection Criteria
Final Merit ListMerit will be drawn based on the aggregate marks of Stage-I (100 Marks) and Stage-II (60 Marks), totaling 160 Marks.

ICHR JRF 2025-26
Salary Details

ComponentAmount & Duration
Monthly FellowshipRs. 17,600/- per month.
Contingency GrantRs. 16,500/- per annum.
DurationMaximum of Two years (extendable up to one more year under special circumstances).

How to Apply

Step NumberAction Required
Step 1Visit the official website at www.ichr.ac.in to access the online application portal.
Step 2Fill out the online application form and clearly select your area of specialization.
Step 3Pay the application fee of Rs. 500/- through the online payment mode.
Step 4Submit the form and generate the hard copy printout, ensuring it has an auto-generated unique ID number.
Step 5Sign the hard copy and attach self-attested copies of all the necessary documents.
Step 6Get the application recommended by your Research Supervisor and forwarded by the Head of the Department/Centre.
Step 7Send the complete application package by post to: The Member Secretary, Indian Council of Historical Research, 35, Ferozeshah Road, New Delhi – 110001.

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