Right To Information Fellowship
Under this scheme, DOPT proposes to offer four short-term fellowships to researchers from the field of media / Civil Society professionals / RTI Trainers to conduct field-based research on themes relating to RTI. It is hoped that the research output will enhance their understanding of the RTI Act.
About the Right To Information Fellowship Scheme
The Department of Personnel and Training (DOPT), Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions, Government of India, is the nodal Ministry for the Right to Information Act. The primary goal of the "Right to Information Fellowship" scheme is to contribute towards more accountable and transparent government and it has several components including programmes for awareness generation, training and e-governance initiatives for RTI for achieving the purpose. Under this scheme, DOPT proposes to offer 4(Four) short-term fellowships to researchers from the field of media / Civil Society professionals / RTI Trainers to conduct field-based research on themes relating to RTI. It is hoped that the research output will enhance the understanding of the status of the implementation of the act, including its successes, constraints in its implementation and how those are being / could be overcome and what more needs to be done to help achieve the objectives of the Act.
Benefits
> Stipend
- A stipend of ₹ 50,000/- per month for three months. (subject to tax deduction at source)
> Additional Grant
- ₹ 50,000/- for books, research material, travel, printing, production of creatives, etc., sanctioned on the basis of the research proposal and released on production of actual bills.
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Eligibility Criteria
- The applicant should be a professional in the field of journalism (newspaper/ magazine/ radio/ TV), Civil Society and research and training in the field of RTI.
- The applicant should be between 25 and 40 years of age.
- The applicant should have proven credentials in his / her professional area.
- The applicant should have some prior experience of work relating to the Right to Information.
- The applicant should have an aptitude for research.
How to Apply for Right To Information Fellowship
Application mode: Offline
Five sets of the application with enclosures in the prescribed proforma may be sent by post to:
Under Secretary (IR), Department of Personnel and Training, Government of India, North Block, New Delhi - 110 001
Exclusions
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Right To Information Fellowship scheme?
The Department of Personnel and Training (DOPT), Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions, Government of India, is the nodal Ministry for the Right to Information Act. The primary goal of the "Right to Information Fellowship" scheme is to contribute toward…
Who is eligible for Right To Information Fellowship?
The applicant should be a professional in the field of journalism (newspaper/ magazine/ radio/ TV), Civil Society and research and training in the field of RTI. The applicant should be between 25 and 40 years of age. The applicant should have proven credentials in his / her professional area. The a…
What benefits does Right To Information Fellowship provide?
Stipend A stipend of ₹ 50,000/- per month for three months. (subject to tax deduction at source) Additional Grant ₹ 50,000/- for books, research material, travel, printing, production of creatives, etc., sanctioned on the basis of the research proposal and released on production of actual bills. <br
How can I apply for Right To Information Fellowship?
Five sets of the application with enclosures in the prescribed proforma may be sent by post to: Under Secretary (IR), Department of Personnel and Training, Government of India, North Block, New Delhi - 110 001
Source: official scheme details published on the Government of India's myScheme portal. Always verify eligibility and deadlines on the official portal before applying. Scheme rules can change.
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