Quick Facts

Eligible CountriesAny
Host CountryUSA
Area of StudyIT
Application Deadline1 July 2026 — 10 days left
Scholarship TypeFellowship
FundingFully Funded
Mode of StudyIn-person
ReferenceRAS-2026-0481
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About This Scholarship

The Fulbright-Nehru Doctoral Research Fellowships support Indian Ph.D. scholars in conducting advanced research at U.S. academic institutions for 6-9 months to strengthen long-term capacity in addressing global challenges. Selected scholars will undertake dissertation-critical research, audit non-degree courses, and gain practical work experience in the United States.

What This Scholarship Covers

  • J-1 visa support
  • Monthly stipend
  • Accident and Sickness Program for Exchanges per U.S. Government guidelines
  • Round-trip economy class air travel
  • Applicable allowances
  • Modest affiliation fees if any

Who Can Apply

  • 1 Must be a citizen of India
  • 2 Must be registered for Ph.D. at an Indian institution on or before November 1, 2025
  • 3 Expected Ph.D. thesis submission date must be at least three months after the Fulbright-Nehru grant end date
  • 4 Must provide clear justification on the need for undertaking research in the U.S. and the U.S. institution identified
  • 5 Must provide one recommendation letter from Ph.D. supervisor commenting on research, need for fellowship, Ph.D. registration date and topic
  • 6 If employed, must obtain employer's endorsement indicating leave will be granted for fellowship period
  • 7 Must submit a copy of original published/presented paper or extracts from Masters'/M.Phil. thesis (not exceeding 20 pages)
  • 8 Research proposal must focus on one of the priority areas: Critical Minerals and Supply Chains, Defense and Security, Energy Security, Science and Research Collaboration, Space Cooperation, or Technology and Innovation

How to Apply

1
Create an online account at https://apply.iie.org/ffsp2027 using your email address
2
Enter your personal details and receive confirmation email with temporary PIN
3
Activate your account using the temporary PIN from the confirmation email
4
Complete the online application form with all required information
5
Upload curriculum vitae/resume in PDF format
6
Upload study/research objectives statement
7
Upload personal statement
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Upload scanned copies of mark sheets and diploma/degree certificates
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Upload Ph.D. registration certificate
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Upload writing sample (preferably a recent significant publication)
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Arrange for three reference letters to be submitted
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Obtain and upload letter(s) of invitation from U.S. host institution
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If employed, obtain and upload FNDR employer's endorsement form
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Complete and upload FNDR applicant annexure with Ph.D. registration date and expected thesis submission date
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Review entire application for grammatical and spelling errors
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Submit application before July 1, 2026, 23:59:59 hrs (IST)
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Note: No changes can be made after submission
📅 6 to 9 months

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