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Research Opportunities via Indian Think Tanks (ORF, CPR, IDSA, Gateway House)
Indiahybrid3–12 months
Eligibility
Graduate students and early-career researchers; any social science background; Indian nationals primarily
Why it matters
India's top 4 think tanks (ORF, CPR, IDSA, Gateway House) are read by MEA, PMO, and Parliament. Research published here directly signals IFS readiness.
Benefits
Publication in tier-1 Indian think tanks; access to policymakers and diplomats; network with MEA officials; conference presentations