Summary:
The Fulbright Kalam Climate Fellowships for Doctoral Research 2025-2026 offer fully funded opportunities for Indian nationals pursuing a PhD in areas such as Energy Studies, Earth Sciences, Environmental Sciences, and more. Administered by the United States-India Educational Foundation (USIEF), this program aims to foster long-term capacity building and mutual understanding between the United States and India in climate research and education. The fellowship provides a monthly stipend, J-1 visa support, and various other benefits.
Application Requirements:
– Applicants must be registered for a Ph.D. at an Indian institution by November 1, 2023.
– Adequate research in the relevant field, including identification of resources in India and the U.S., is required.
– One recommendation letter from the Ph.D. supervisor addressing the applicant’s research and the need for the fellowship is mandatory.
– The expected Ph.D. thesis submission date should be at least three months after the end date of the Fulbright-Kalam grant.
– If employed, the applicant must carefully follow instructions for obtaining the employer’s endorsement and ensure that leave will be granted for the fellowship period.
– The online application form should include a copy of a published/presented paper or extracts from the Master’s/M.Phil. thesis (not exceeding 20 pages).
Fellowship Benefits:
– J-1 visa support for international travel.
– A monthly stipend to cover living expenses.
– Accident and Sickness Program for Exchanges as per U.S. Government Guidelines.
– Round-trip economy class air travel.
– Applicable allowances and modest affiliation fees.
Fellowship Type:
Full Funding for Doctoral Research.
Award Fellowships Deadline:
The deadline for submitting applications is July 15, 2024.