CHARLES WALLACE INDIA TRUST (CWIT) WITH KING'S COLLEGE LONDON
Charles Wallace India Trust Visiting Fellowship at King's College London
partial · phd
- 3 monthsFellowship duration during 2026/2027
- £1,600 / monthLiving-expenses allowance
- ~£700Contribution toward return UK airfare
- PhD holdersEarly- and mid-career Indian academics
- Arts & HumanitiesEligible research fields
- 5-year ruleNo CWIT support in the previous 5 years
At a glance
partial
Funding
€6k
Max amount
May 7, 2027
Deadline
India
Country
Charles Wallace India Trust (CWIT) with King's College London
Provider
The Charles Wallace India Trust (CWIT) Visiting Fellowship is a 3-month research fellowship hosted at King's College London in partnership with the Faculty of Arts and Humanities and the Global Cultures Institute. It is funded by the Charles Wallace India Trust, a UK-based charity that has supported Indian scholars and creative practitioners for decades, and is open to Indian academics in the arts, humanities and cultural heritage. The award is partial funding: selected fellows receive about £700 toward return airfare to the UK and £1,600 per month for living expenses across the 3 months of the fellowship, plus a workspace and full access to King's library, internet and office resources. Visa costs and accommodation are not covered, though housing guidance is provided. The fellowship is aimed at early- and mid-career researchers who hold a PhD and are employed full-time at an Indian institution, and applicants must not have held CWIT support in the previous 5 years. During the stay, fellows develop their research, take part in seminars and workshops, present a research seminar and build collaborations with King's faculty. Stipend rates, the airfare contribution and the closing date vary by cycle, so confirm the exact 2026 figures and deadline on the official King's College London CWIT page before applying.
What's covered
- Living allowance — Monthly allowance of ~£1,600 for living expenses across the 3-month fellowship.
- Travel contribution — Contribution of ~£700 toward return airfare from India to the UK.
- Workspace — A workspace at the Global Cultures Institute or the Faculty of Arts and Humanities at King's.
- Research resources — Full access to King's College London's library, internet and office resources during the fellowship.
- Academic networking — Networking with scholars and faculty at King's; total cash support is roughly £5,500 over 3 months (est.).
How to apply
Applications are submitted by email to the CWIT team at King's College London with a fixed set of documents.
- Prepare your application pack — Assemble a CV, a research proposal of up to 3,000 words, a statement of intent and one writing sample (published or unpublished).
- Arrange references — Ask two referees to send their recommendation letters directly to CWIT@kcl.ac.uk.
- Email your application — Submit all documents by email to CWIT@kcl.ac.uk by the deadline; incomplete or late applications are not considered.
- Attend the interview — If shortlisted, attend an online interview (Zoom/Skype) and await the final decision by email.
Eligibility
Citizenship & residenceIndian citizen currently residing in India.
QualificationHold a PhD degree.
EmploymentEmployed full-time at an Indian university or research institution.
Career stageIn the early or mid stages of an academic career.
Prior CWIT supportHave not received CWIT support in the last 5 years and are not holding any other concurrent fellowship.
Applicants should preferably have limited previous international research experience, must disclose any pending fellowship applications, and cannot hold concurrent fellowships. Visa costs and accommodation are not covered, though housing guidance is offered.
Eligible countries
India
Deadlines
2026/2027 academic year~7 May 2026 (est.)
Selection
Applications are reviewed by CWIT and King's, and shortlisted candidates are invited to an online interview (Zoom/Skype) held around June. Selection considers the quality and feasibility of the research proposal, the fit with King's faculty, and the applicant's career stage, with final results communicated by email.
Verified sources
- King's College London — Charles Wallace India Trust Fellowshipkcl.ac.ukofficial
About the provider
The Charles Wallace India Trust is a UK-based charity that supports Indian academics, artists and heritage professionals through fellowships, grants and awards, often delivered with partner universities such as King's College London and other UK institutions.
Frequently asked questions
Answers below are best-effort estimates from the most recent application cycle. Values marked ~ or (est.) may shift year-to-year — confirm specifics on the official scholarship page.
Who funds the Charles Wallace India Trust Visiting Fellowship?
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It is funded by the Charles Wallace India Trust (CWIT), a UK charity, and hosted by King's College London's Faculty of Arts and Humanities and Global Cultures Institute.
How long is the fellowship?
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It is a 3-month visiting fellowship held during the 2026/2027 academic year.
Is it fully funded?
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No. It is partial funding: about £1,600 per month for living expenses and ~£700 toward airfare, but visa costs and accommodation are not covered.
Who is eligible to apply?
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Indian citizens residing in India who hold a PhD, work full-time at an Indian institution, and are in the early or mid stages of an academic career.
Which fields does it support?
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Research in the arts, humanities and cultural heritage studies.
Can I apply if I received CWIT support recently?
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No. You must not have received CWIT support in the last 5 years, and you cannot hold concurrent fellowships.
How much funding will I receive?
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Roughly £1,600 per month for 3 months plus about £700 for travel, totalling approximately £5,500 in cash support (est.).
How do I submit my application?
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By email to CWIT@kcl.ac.uk with a CV, research proposal, statement of intent and writing sample; referees email their letters directly.
What documents are required?
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A CV, a research proposal of up to 3,000 words, a statement of intent, one writing sample and two recommendation letters.
Is there an interview?
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Yes. Shortlisted candidates are invited to an online interview (Zoom/Skype) around June, with results sent by email.
What are fellows expected to do during the stay?
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Develop their research, take part in seminars and workshops, present a research seminar and start or continue collaborations with King's faculty.
When is the 2026 deadline?
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The deadline is expected around 7 May 2026. Always confirm the exact date on the official King's College London CWIT page.