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The Goa Archaeological Research Fellowship Scheme

The scheme aims to encourage scholars to undertake research activities in the field of Archaeology of Goa and West Coast based on primary archaeological sources. It offers financial fellowship assistance of up to ₹40,000/- per month to eligible Post-Graduate or PhD scholars for 24 months.

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Goa

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

- Eligible scholars under the Junior category shall be awarded a fellowship of ₹25,000/- per month for a period of 24 months. | - Eligible scholars under the Senior category shall be awarded a fellowship of ₹40,000/- per month for a period of 24 months. | - Maximum two fellowships shall be awarded under the Junior category. | - Maximum two fellowships shall be awarded under the Senior category. | Other Non-Monetary Outcomes | - Unexplored archaeological treasure will be brought to light which will help to carry out further research in the field of Archaeology of Goa. | - A database of archaeological heritage of Goa will be created. | - More and more researchers will come to visit the Protected Monuments of the Department of Archaeology for research activities. | - Researchers will help in creating awareness about the Protected Monument and Sites of Goa and archaeological treasure of Goa in general. | - The Department will generate research on the archaeological past of Goa for publication. | Conditions | - A half yearly progress report shall be submitted by the research fellow. | - The project report, in the form of two hard copies and a soft copy, must be submitted within a period of 30 days after the completion of her/his 24 months of fellowship. | - The project submitted shall be exclusively the property of the Department of Archaeology, Government of Goa. | _The fellowship shall be awarded to any scholar only once in her/his lifetime under each of the two categories._ | _A fellow will not be eligible for any other fellowship offered by the Department in any other category for a period of five years from the date of the submission of her/his project._ | _*Any grace period or extension will not be considered under the quantum of the fellowship financial assistance._

Who can apply

The applicant must have completed her/his post-graduation (M.A. in Ancient Indian History Culture and Archaeology/History/Indology).; The applicant must be up to 35 years of age as on the closing date of application.; The applicant, if applying as a Goan Scholar, must have 15 years of Residence in Goa.; The applicant, if applying as an Indian Scholar, must have Indian citizenship.; The applicant must have completed her/his Doctorate (in Ancient Indian History Culture and Archaeology/History/Indology).; The applicant must be up to 45 years of age as on the closing date of application.; The applicant, if applying as a Goan Scholar, must have 15 years of Residence in Goa.; The applicant, if applying as an Indian Scholar, must have Indian citizenship.

Required Paperwork

  • Aadhaar Card
  • PAN Card
  • Income Certificate
  • Residence Proof (Domicile)

Common Questions

How long is the total duration that selected scholars will receive financial assistance under this research program?

The eligible scholars in both the Junior Research Fellowship and Senior Research Fellowship categories shall be awarded the fellowship for a fixed period of 24 months.

If I apply as a Junior Research Fellow from Goa, what is the mandatory requirement regarding my residence status within the State of Goa?

To qualify as a Goan Scholar in the junior category, the applicant must demonstrate that they have 15 years of residence in Goa.

If I am selected for financial assistance, will any grace period or extension for my project timeline be counted towards the quantum of the financial assistance provided?

Any grace period or extension that may be granted for the completion of your research project will not be considered under the quantum of the fellowship financial assistance.

What are the minimum educational qualifications required for an applicant to be considered eligible to undertake research in the Senior Research Fellowship category?

The applicant must have completed their Doctorate (Ph.D.) in Ancient Indian History Culture and Archaeology, History, or Indology to be eligible for the Senior Research Fellowship category.

What is the maximum age limit that an individual can be on the closing date of application to qualify for undertaking research in the junior category?

The applicant shall be eligible for the junior category if they are up to 35 years of age as on the closing date established for the submission of applications.

For those applicants seeking the Senior Research Fellowship and applying as an Indian Scholar, what specific national status must they possess?

The applicant who is applying under the Senior Research Fellowship category as an Indian Scholar must possess Indian citizenship.

What specific educational degrees must an applicant possess to be eligible to undertake research activities in the Junior Research Fellowship category?

The applicant must have completed their Post-Graduation (P.G.) in Master of Arts (M.A.) in Ancient Indian History Culture and Archaeology, Master of Arts (M.A.) in History, or Master of Arts (M.A.) in Indology.

What is the monthly stipend amount that a scholar who is successfully selected for research in the Junior Research Fellowship category will be awarded?

Eligible scholars who are selected for the junior category shall be awarded a fellowship stipend of ₹25,000/- per month.

What is the monthly stipend amount that a scholar who is successfully selected for research in the Senior Research Fellowship category will be awarded?

Eligible scholars who are selected for the senior category shall be awarded a fellowship stipend of ₹40,000/- per month.

If I was previously awarded assistance under this research program, how does that affect my current or future eligibility for a new fellowship?

The fellowship can be awarded to a scholar only once in their lifetime under each of the two specific categories (Junior Research Fellowship and Senior Research Fellowship).

As an applicant applying for the Senior Research Fellowship as a Goan Scholar, what is the mandatory requirement regarding my residential history in the State of Goa?

To qualify as a Goan Scholar in the senior category, the applicant must provide proof of having 15 years of residence in Goa.

What is the maximum age limit that an individual can be on the closing date of application to qualify for undertaking research in the senior category?

The applicant shall be eligible for the senior category if they are up to 45 years of age as on the closing date established for the submission of applications.

If I have already submitted a research project under this Department, how long must I wait before becoming eligible for any other fellowship offered by the Department?

A fellow will not be eligible for any other fellowship offered by the Department of Archaeology in any other category for a period of 5 years from the date they submitted their previous project.

What are the specific requirements concerning the subject matter or field of study for the research proposal submitted for this fellowship opportunity?

While research proposals across the specified area are considered, the Department encourages that research should preferably be undertaken in the field of Archaeology of Goa.