The Predoctoral Fellowship Program at the Brookings Institution Foreign Policy Studies supports doctoral candidates conducting policy-oriented predoctoral research in U.S. foreign policy and international relations. This program is designed for Indian students enrolled in or applying to a PhD program whose dissertation aligns with public policy issues, particularly in security policy and international economic matters. Research priorities include East Asia, the Soviet Union and Eastern Europe, and the Middle East, with emphasis on both issue substance and policy processes. The fellowship provides an opportunity to engage with a leading think tank while advancing academic and policy-relevant work.

Applicants must be enrolled in or admitted to a PhD program in India or abroad, with a dissertation topic directly related to public policy, U.S. foreign policy, or international relations. Priority is given to research focusing on security policy or international economic issues, especially in the specified regions. There are no income or mark-based eligibility criteria. Applicants should demonstrate strong academic and research credentials in their field.

Interested candidates should prepare a research proposal outlining their dissertation topic, its policy relevance, and alignment with the program’s focus areas. Submit the proposal along with academic transcripts, letters of recommendation, and a CV through the official application portal listed on the Brookings Institution’s website. Ensure all materials meet the program’s requirements, as incomplete applications may not be considered.