Summer Research Fellowship Programme of the Indian Science Academies

Indian Academy of Sciences, Indian National Science Academy and National Academy of Sciences, India

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Details checked on 30 October 2026. Dates and amounts change every year. Always confirm on the official page.

Who can apply

Students enrolled in BSc (II year only), BTech/BE/BCA (II and III years only), MSc/MS (I year only) or integrated PhD (I and II years only) programmes with at least 65% average in core subjects from Class X onwards; college and university teachers can also apply. PhD students are not eligible. People who already held the fellowship twice are not eligible. The page states no nationality rule, so check it before applying from outside India.

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About this opportunity

A summer research fellowship run jointly by India's three science academies. Apply online once, with scanned mark sheets and a short statement of your area of interest.

How to apply, step by step

1. Check that you are eligible. Students enrolled in BSc (II year only), BTech/BE/BCA (II and III years only), MSc/MS (I year only) or integrated PhD (I and II years only) programmes with at least 65% average in core subjects from Class X onwards; college and university teachers can also apply. PhD students are not eligible. People who already held the fellowship twice are not eligible. The page states no nationality rule, so check it before applying from outside India.
2. Note the deadline. Nov (annual; for the 2027 fellowship applications close on 30 Nov 2026) Confirm the exact date on the official page.
3. Prepare your documents. CV; Cover letter or motivation statement; Proof of current enrolment or recent graduation; Academic transcript; Passport or national ID copy; Reference letter from a lecturer or supervisor (if requested); English-language test result or other language proof (if required); Anything else listed on the official page (this list is a typical checklist - always confirm there).
4. Apply on the official page. Open the official application page and submit your application before the deadline.

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Tips from our advisors

1. Tailor your CV to the role: lead with the skills and projects the posting asks for.
2. Write a short, specific motivation statement. Name the team or project you want to join and why.
3. Show a clear link between your past studies, this programme and your career goal. Committees look for a story, not a list.
4. Beyond grades, show leadership and community impact with concrete numbers and outcomes.
5. Ask your referees at least 4 weeks ahead and give them your CV, your draft SOP and the deadline.
6. Submit at least 48 hours before the deadline. Portals slow down on the last day.

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Who can apply for Summer Research Fellowship Programme of the Indian Science Academies?

Students enrolled in BSc (II year only), BTech/BE/BCA (II and III years only), MSc/MS (I year only) or integrated PhD (I and II years only) programmes with at least 65% average in core subjects from Class X onwards; college and university teachers can also apply. PhD students are not eligible. People who already held the fellowship twice are not eligible. The page states no nationality rule, so check it before applying from outside India.

What does Summer Research Fellowship Programme of the Indian Science Academies cover?

A fellowship with stipend and travel support; the application page does not state the amounts or the duration

When is the deadline for Summer Research Fellowship Programme of the Indian Science Academies?

Nov (annual; for the 2027 fellowship applications close on 30 Nov 2026) Dates change every year, so confirm on the official page.

Where can I study or work with Summer Research Fellowship Programme of the Indian Science Academies?

Host countries: India.

What documents do I need for Summer Research Fellowship Programme of the Indian Science Academies?

CV; Cover letter or motivation statement; Proof of current enrolment or recent graduation; Academic transcript; Passport or national ID copy; Reference letter from a lecturer or supervisor (if requested); English-language test result or other language proof (if required); Anything else listed on the official page (this list is a typical checklist - always confirm there).

How much work is the Summer Research Fellowship Programme of the Indian Science Academies application?

Medium: Online form + mark sheets from Class X + 150 to 250 word statement + one teacher referee