Postgraduate Fellowship @CSIR Postgraduate Fellowship 2026: Advancing Scientific Research in Developing Countries

Overview

The TWAS-CSIR Postgraduate Fellowship 2026 offers a prestigious opportunity for researchers from developing countries to pursue advanced scientific training in India, supporting PhD-level research in cutting-edge fields of science and technology.

Eligibility

• Be 35 years or younger by 31 December of the application year
• Be a national of a developing country (excluding India)
• Hold a Master’s degree in a relevant scientific field
• Be employed and engaged in research in their home country
• Provide an official acceptance letter from a CSIR institution
• Demonstrate proficiency in English
• Commit to returning to their home country after completion

Benefits

• Monthly stipend covering living expenses
• Health insurance
• Access to subsidised accommodation

How to Apply

Applications are submitted exclusively through the official TWAS online portal.

Deadline

Application period: 6 March – 6 May 2026

Results announcement: Late 2026 or early 2027

Programme start: From 2027