Applications are now open for the Lee Kong Chian Research Fellowship 2026 in Singapore. This is a prestigious 6 month residential research fellowship for local and international researchers who want to conduct research using the collections of the Lee Kong Chian Reference Library and the National Archives of Singapore.
The fellowship is open to historians, curators, academics, doctoral researchers, postdoctoral scholars, and independent researchers working in fields related to Singapore and Southeast Asian history, literature, arts, culture, architecture, and social studies. Selected fellows will receive a monthly stipend along with accommodation, relocation, and travel support for international participants.
The fellowship is fully funded for overseas candidates and provides access to valuable historical archives and research materials in Singapore. There is no application fee for this fellowship. The application deadline is 29 May 2026.
Key Details:
- Host Country: Singapore
- Fellowship Type: Residential Research Fellowship
- Funding Coverage: Fully Funded for overseas fellows
- Duration: 6 Months
- Monthly Stipend: S$3,500 per month
- Application Deadline: 29 May 2026
- Eligible Applicants: Local and international researchers
- Eligible Levels: Doctoral, postdoctoral, and advanced researchers
- Application Fee: No application fee mentioned
- Host Institution: National Library Board Singapore
- Research Location: Lee Kong Chian Reference Library and National Archives of Singapore
What This Fellowship Offers:
- Monthly stipend of S$3,500 to support living expenses
- One time relocation allowance for overseas fellows
- Return economy airfare reimbursement for international participants
- Monthly accommodation allowance for overseas fellows
- Access to historical archives and special collections
- Dedicated research workspace with internet access
- Guidance and research support from library staff
- Opportunity to conduct advanced research in Singapore
- Opportunity to publish and present research findings
- International academic and professional exposure
Eligibility Criteria:
- Open to both local and international applicants
- Applicants should have strong academic or research backgrounds
- Historians, curators, academics, and independent researchers can apply
- Doctoral and postdoctoral researchers are encouraged to apply
- Applicants should demonstrate research experience and achievements
- Research proposal should match the fellowship research areas
- Proposed research must be possible to complete within six months
- Applicants should show good understanding of their research topic
Programs Available:
- Singapore Contemporary Literature
- Theatre Studies
- Southeast Asian Studies
- Malaya Studies
- Arts and Culture
- Visual Arts
- Performing Arts
- Literary Arts
- World War II Studies
- Social History
- Architectural History
- Cultural Heritage Studies
- Children’s Literature
- Chinese Community Studies
- Straits Settlements History
Fellowship Responsibilities:
- Stay in Singapore during the fellowship period
- Spend at least 75% of working time at the library
- Deliver presentations based on research findings
- Submit research papers and resource guides
- Share feedback about the fellowship experience
- Acknowledge the National Library Board in future publications
How to Apply:
To apply for the Lee Kong Chian Research Fellowship 2026, applicants must complete the application form and submit all required documents before the deadline.
Application Submission
- Deadline: 29 May 2026
- Email Application To: LKCRF@nlb.gov.sg
Postal Address
The Administrator
Lee Kong Chian Research Fellowship
National Library Headquarters
National Library Board
100 Victoria Street, #14-01
Singapore 188064
Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted.
Final Words:
The Lee Kong Chian Research Fellowship 2026 is an excellent opportunity for researchers interested in Singaporean and Southeast Asian history, culture, literature, and archives. With generous financial support, international exposure, and access to world class research collections, this fellowship offers an outstanding platform for advanced academic research.
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