South Asia Journalism Fellowship (SAJP) 2026-27
Scholarship Amount
About This Scholarship
The South Asia Journalism Fellowship (SAJP) 2026-27 is a unique opportunity funded by the UK Foreign, Commonwealth, and Development Office. It is hosted by the prestigious University of Westminster, offering a valuable experience for mid-career journalists.
This 8-week fellowship specifically targets journalists from various South Asian countries, including India. The curriculum is meticulously designed to focus on critical aspects such as media accountability and the broader operational context of political institutions.
The selected fellows for this program are entitled to significant benefits, including full program fees and several other advantageous provisions throughout their fellowship period.
Application Deadline: The final date to submit applications for this esteemed fellowship is 7 October 2025.
The selection process is rigorous, beginning with an assessment of applications by independent reading committees. Candidates who meet the initial criteria will be shortlisted by the British embassies or high commissions. Following the shortlisting stage, candidates will undergo an interview, which will be the final step in determining the successful fellows.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible, an applicant must:-
• be a citizen of India
• not hold British or dual-British citizenship
• have at least seven years’ work experience before applying
• have a postgraduate level qualification (or equivalent professional training or experience in a relevant area) at the time of application
• be a mid-career journalist working in the political or economic sectors in India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, the Maldives, Afghanistan, or Bangladesh
• have a good working knowledge of English
• agree to return to the country of citizenship at the end of the period of the fellowship
• agree to adhere to all relevant guidelines and expectations of the fellowship
Required Documents
Applicants are required to submit the following documents:
• A valid citizenship document
• Postgraduate certificates and marksheets
• Work experience certificates/Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV)
How to Apply
Eligible candidates can apply by following these steps:-
1. Step 1: Visit the official website for the South Asia Journalism Fellowship.
2. Step 2: Locate the application portal and register for a new account. (If already registered, log in using your credentials like Gmail/Mobile number/Email ID).
3. Step 3: Navigate to the 'APPLY TODAY' section and click it.
4. Step 4: Choose the appropriate options and click 'Continue'.
5. Step 5: Read all the information carefully and fill in the necessary registration details, then click the 'Continue' tab.
6. Step 6: Check your inbox for an email verification mail, complete any required questionnaire, and then click 'Continue'.
7. Step 7: Complete the necessary steps as instructed to receive an access code for the application.
8. Step 8: Check your inbox for the application link and click it to proceed.
9. Step 9: Complete the necessary steps to access your application form.
10. Step 10: Fill in all the required details, attach the necessary documents, and submit your application.