• 23 Apr 2026
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Research Fellow, Vidhi Karnataka

The Vidhi Centre for Legal Policy is an independent think tank doing legal research and assisting the government in making better laws. Vidhi is committed to producing legal research of the highest standard with the aim of informing public debate and contributing to improved governance. Vidhi works with Ministries of the Government of India and State Governments, as well as other public institutions, providing research and drafting support at various stages of law-making. Vidhi also conducts and freely disseminates independent research in areas of legal reform which it believes is critical to India’s future. Vidhi is an equal opportunity employer and neither practices nor tolerates any kind of discriminatory behavior.

Role Description

Vidhi Karnataka is looking for a Research Fellow who will be expected to:

  • Undertake high-quality research on issues related to the legal aspects of education, insurance, climate and urban governance.
  • Prepare reports, research notes, and presentations.
  • Coordinate and attend meetings with government officials, academics, researchers, and other stakeholders.
  • Engage with government officials on ongoing and new projects in drafting laws.
  • Organize and attend consultations with key stakeholders for informing and disseminating Vidhi’s research.
  • Write articles, blogs and participate in podcasts to disseminate research work.

Eligibility

Essential requirements

  • An undergraduate degree in law.
  • 0-2 years of work experience
  • Working knowledge of Kannada (spoken and written).
  • Good research and writing skills.
  • Excellent communication skills.

Preferable requirements

  • Prior experience of working and publishing on critical issues relating to law and policy in Karnataka in the context of education, insurance, climate and urban governance.

Location and Remuneration

  • This is a full-time position based out of Bengaluru.
  • Remuneration will be competitive, in line with experience and existing structure at Vidhi.

Application Process

Interested candidates should apply through our online portal by filling in the required details in the application form and uploading the following documents:

  • Latest Curriculum Vitae (CV) is not more than two (2) pages.
  • An original writing sample of not more than 1000 words with an in-depth analysis on any recent legal issue pertaining to any of the aforementioned themes, demonstrating the candidate’s legal analysis and writing skills.
  • A brief statement of motivation in applying for the position, in not more than 500 words
  • Names and contact details of two referees who may be contacted for references. Referees should be either someone who has directly supervised your work or has taught you a course at the university level.

Please ensure that the file is titled “FirstName LastName_Application for Position Name” and is uploaded as a single PDF file under the field of ‘Additional Documents’.

The deadline to submit applications is 15 May 2026. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Only applications submitted through the online portal will be reviewed. Please do not email resumes and cover letters; only queries may be sent via email to careers@vidhilegalpolicy.in with the subject line “Query – Vidhi Karnataka: Application for Research Fellow”.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Apply here

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