MIG Meghalaya Research Fellowship 2026 — 20 Posts

About This Job

The Meghalaya Institute of Governance (MIG) and the Indian School of Business (ISB) are hiring 20 fellows for the 3rd Cohort (2026-28) of the Meghalaya Legislative Research Fellowship (MLRF). If you have a Masters or PhD in Social Sciences, Humanities, Public Policy, Statistics, Data Analytics or related fields and are a Meghalaya domicile, you can apply online through the official Google Form. The last date to apply is 25 May 2026. Selected fellows will receive a monthly fellowship of Rs. 50,000 plus House Rent Allowance.

Meghalaya Legislative Research Fellowship (MLRF) 3rd Cohort Recruitment 2026 - 20 Posts

The Meghalaya Institute of Governance (MIG), the nodal governance reform institution in Meghalaya, in partnership with the Bharti Institute of Public Policy at the Indian School of Business (ISB), has invited applications for the 3rd Cohort (2026-28) of the Meghalaya Legislative Research Fellowship (MLRF). Fellows will support Honourable Members of the Meghalaya State Legislative Assembly with structured research and data analysis to solve complex problems in governance and public policy. The 3rd Cohort builds on the strong foundation laid by two highly productive preceding cohorts. The fellowship is for a minimum of one year, extendable for another year based on performance.

Vacancy Breakdown

• Research Fellows: 18 posts
• Data Fellows: 2 posts
• Location: All positions are based in Shillong, Meghalaya

Who Can Apply?

Common Requirements (Both Research and Data Fellows)

• Domicile of Meghalaya state is mandatory for all fellows. Applications from outside the state will not be entertained.
• Masters or PhD in any of the following fields: Social Sciences, Humanities, Public Policy, Statistics, Data Analytics & Geoinformation, Natural Sciences, or other interdisciplinary degrees.
• Relevant social sector experience is required.
• In addition to English, knowledge of Garo, Khasi, or Jaintia language is compulsory.
• Candidates with well-rounded knowledge of Meghalaya society, culture and history will be preferred.

Additional Requirement for Data Fellows

• Proficiency in data tools such as Excel, STATA, R, Python, Power BI, GIS or similar platforms is required.

Note for Previous Cohort Fellows

• Fellows from the 1st and 2nd Cohort of MLRF are eligible to reapply and will be considered directly for selection via a dedicated interview, without the requirement to undergo Phase I screening tasks.

Age Limit

• Maximum age: 32 years
• No minimum age is specified in the notification

Salary

• Monthly fellowship: Rs. 50,000 per month
• House Rent Allowance (HRA) per month is paid in addition to the fellowship
• An additional Mobile Allowance as applicable may be admissible
• Contract period: 1 year, extendable for another year based on performance

Selection Process

Selection is a two-phase process conducted jointly by BIPP-ISB and MIG:

1. Phase I — Screening & Shortlisting (by BIPP, ISB): Applications will be screened and shortlisted by the Bharti Institute of Public Policy, Indian School of Business. Shortlisted candidates must complete assigned tasks, including writing a research article, followed by an online discussion round.
2. Phase II — Physical Interview (Joint ISB & MIG): Candidates qualifying Phase I will be invited for a physical interview conducted jointly by ISB and MIG at Shillong.
3. Direct Interview Track: Fellows from the 1st and 2nd Cohorts of MLRF can skip Phase I and go directly to a dedicated interview.

How to Apply

1. Submit your application through the official online Google Form at forms.gle/APRLaS2qHPDYfyQr6.
2. Fill in your personal details, educational qualifications, work experience and language proficiency.
3. Upload required documents including Meghalaya domicile proof, educational certificates and proof of language proficiency.
4. Submit the form before the deadline.
5. For queries, you can contact: migshillong@gmail.com, bipp_mlrf@isb.edu, or hrd.mbda@gov.in.
6. Updates on the advertisement will also be published on the official social media handles of BIPP, ISB.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 11 May 2026
• Application Start Date: 11 May 2026
• Last Date to Apply Online: 25 May 2026
• Phase I Tasks (Screening & Article Writing): To be announced
• Phase II Physical Interview at Shillong: To be announced

• Produce background notes, issue briefs, information bulletins, fact sheets and weekly digests on legislative and procedural matters
• Prepare Constituency Development Plans (CDPs) for legislative constituencies across Meghalaya
• Use research methods to produce evidence-based policy insights on issues of importance and urgency
• Support legislators directly with legislative business such as Questions and Answers, policy briefs and floor interventions
• Conduct data-driven analyses, maintain dashboards and generate quantitative research outputs (Data Fellows)
• Engage with Members of the Meghalaya State Legislative Assembly to understand their constituency needs
• Take part in training, mentoring and capacity-building activities organised by BIPP-ISB and MIG