Dr. Neha Singh’s research primarily focuses on gender studies, public finance, development economics, and sustainable development with an interdisciplinary approach to public policy and governance. Her academic contributions reflect a strong orientation toward issues of social empowerment, financial inclusion, and welfare maximization. She has explored the dynamics of women’s empowerment through skill development initiatives, notably analyzing schemes such as Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY) and STEP, emphasizing their role in enhancing psychological and economic independence of women, particularly in marginalized communities.

Her recent research extends to the financial inclusion of street vendors under PM-SVANidhi and the social security and wellbeing of the elderly in slum areas, both funded by the Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR). These projects highlight her commitment to linking policy evaluation with grassroots realities, offering evidence-based insights for inclusive development. Her work is widely recognized through publications in Scopus-indexed national and international journals and participation in prestigious conferences, including IIMs and international platforms. By integrating gender, governance, and finance, Dr. Singh’s research offers a multidimensional perspective on sustainable and inclusive growth in India.