Wednesday Feb 04, 2026
Wednesday Feb 04, 2026
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Dr. Saman Kelegama
The Institute of Policy Studies of Sri Lanka (IPS) calls for applications for the Saman Kelegama Memorial Research Grant 2026, established in 2018 in memory of IPA former Executive Director Dr. Saman Kelegama, to support policy relevant socio economic research by undergraduate students.
The Grant is a merit based annual award open to undergraduate students currently in their fourth year or about to enter their fourth year in 2026, studying economics or a related subject at a University Grants Commission approved university or higher education institution in Sri Lanka. It aims to promote original, rigorous, and innovative research with clear policy relevance. Proposed studies must be independent of final year projects or other ongoing research.
The selected recipient will receive a one time research grant of Rs. 200,000, together with a three month internship at IPS, with access to senior researchers and institutional resources. Flexible internship arrangements are available to accommodate students from across the country. Additional support will be provided to present research findings at local conferences and workshops.
Proposals will be assessed based on policy relevance, feasibility, originality, and creativity. Three shortlisted candidates will be invited to present at IPS, following which the Grant recipient will be selected. The recipient will be required to produce a Policy Discussion Brief within six months of receiving the Grant.
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Applications must be submitted in English, in Word format, in accordance with the prescribed guidelines, and emailed to [email protected]. By supporting young researchers and promoting evidence based inquiry, the IPS’ Saman Kelegama Memorial Research Grant continues Dr. Kelegama’s vision of strengthening policy discourse and advancing inclusive development in Sri Lanka.
