📌 Overview & Notification Details
Central European University (CEU) ne Global Invisible University (GIU) Fellowship 2027/28 ke liye application khola hai. Ye ek prestigious international scholarship program hai jo Global South ke students ko research aur teaching experience ke liye €2,600 per month ka stipend provide karta hai. Fellowship ka duration 12 months hai, aur stipend ke alawa health insurance, travel allowance, aur academic resources bhi milte hain. Is notification ka primary focus un Indian students par hai jo post‑graduate ya doctoral level par research karna chahte hain aur CEU ke vibrant campus environment ka hissa banna chahte hain.
📋 Summary Highlights Table
| Parameter | Details |
|---|
| Fellowship Name | Global Invisible University Fellowship 2027/28 |
| Organising University | Central European University (CEU), Budapest, Hungary |
| Stipend | €2,600 per month (≈ ₹2,20,000) |
| Duration | 12 months (renewable based on performance) |
| Total Fellowships | 30 (Global South quota) |
| Eligibility | Indian nationals, Global South, post‑graduate/PhD candidates |
| Application Deadline | 2027-04-30 |
| Official Website | https://ceu.edu/giufellowship |
🔢 Vacancy & Post Breakdown Table
| Post Type | Number of Seats | Focus Area |
|---|
| Research Fellow (Social Sciences) | 12 | Development Studies, Public Policy |
| Research Fellow (Natural Sciences) | 8 | Environmental Science, Data Analytics |
| Teaching Fellow (Humanities) | 6 | History, Philosophy, Languages |
| Teaching Fellow (STEM) | 4 | Mathematics, Computer Science |
🎓 Eligibility Criteria (Age Limit, Relaxation Table, Education Qualification)
| Criteria | Details |
|---|
| Nationality | Indian (Global South) citizen only |
| Age Limit | Minimum 22 years, Maximum 35 years (as on 01‑Jan‑2027) |
| Educational Qualification | Master’s degree (minimum 55% marks) OR Ph.D. candidate (research proposal approved) |
| Language Proficiency | English – minimum IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL 80 |
Relaxation
| Category | Age Relaxation | Additional Notes |
|---|
| Women | +2 years | Maximum age becomes 37 years |
| SC/ST/PWD | +3 years | Maximum age becomes 38 years |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | +1 year | Maximum age becomes 36 years |
💳 Application Fees & Payment Methods Table
| Fee Type | Amount (EUR) | Payment Mode | Waiver |
|---|
| Online Application Fee | 50 | Credit/Debit Card, PayPal | Women, SC/ST, PWD – 100% waiver |
| Document Verification Fee | 20 | Bank Transfer | All applicants – no waiver |
📝 Selection Process & Exam Pattern Breakdown
Selection process 4 phases mein hota hai:
- Phase 1 – Online Application Review: Submitted applications ko eligibility aur academic merit ke liye screen kiya jata hai.
- Phase 2 – Written Assessment (Optional): Agar aap research fellowship ke liye apply kar rahe hain, to ek short research proposal aur methodology test diya jata hai (2 hours).
- Phase 3 – Virtual Interview: Shortlisted candidates ko 30‑45 minute interview ke liye video call pe bulaya jata hai. Panel mein CEU faculty aur GIU representatives hote hain.
- Phase 4 – Final Selection & Offer Letter: Interview ke baad merit list finalize hoti hai, aur selected candidates ko official offer letter email ke through bheja jata hai.
🚀 Step-by-Step How to Apply Online
- Visit the official fellowship portal: https://ceu.edu/giufellowship
- ‘Register’ button par click karke apna email ID aur mobile number se account create karein.
- Account activation link aapke email par aayega; usse verify karein.
- Login karne ke baad ‘New Application’ section mein “Global Invisible University Fellowship 2027/28” select karein.
- Personal details (name, DOB, address, passport details) aur academic details (degree, marks, transcripts) fill karein.
- English proficiency score upload karein (IELTS/TOEFL scorecard).
- Research proposal (max 1500 words) ya teaching statement upload karein, jo aapke chosen post ke liye relevant ho.
- Application fee payment screen par jaakar €50/‑ (or waiver) ko credit/debit card ya PayPal se pay karein.
- All supporting documents (passport copy, photo, mark sheets, degree certificate) ko PDF format (max 2 MB each) me upload karein.
- ‘Submit Application’ button dabane ke baad confirmation screen ka screenshot save karein.
- Application submit hone ke 48 ghante ke andar aapko email verification aur application reference number milega.
📂 Required Documents Checklist
- Passport size photograph (white background, 2.5 cm x 3.5 cm)
- Valid Indian passport copy (first page)
- Academic transcripts and degree certificates (Master’s/Ph.D.)
- English proficiency certificate (IELTS/TOEFL)
- Research proposal or teaching statement (PDF, 1500 words max)
- Curriculum Vitae (CV) – academic focus
- Proof of domicile (Aadhaar card or domicile certificate)
- Category certificate (if applicable – SC/ST/PWD/EWS)
- Application fee receipt (online payment screenshot)
- Letter of recommendation (2 academic references)
