The Fulbright-Nehru Postdoctoral Research Fellowships 2024 offer a significant opportunity for early-career Indian faculty and researchers to enhance their research capabilities in the United States. These fellowships are aimed at strengthening research capacities and fostering long-term collaborative relationships.
Applications are invited in various fields including Agricultural Sciences, Bioengineering, Computer Science (including cyber security, artificial intelligence), Economics, Public Health, and more. Candidates should indicate their preference for affiliation with a U.S. host institution and are encouraged to correspond with potential hosts in advance.
Here are the highlights of the Fulbright-Nehru Postdoctoral Research Fellowships 2024
| Fellowship Highlights | Details |
|---|---|
| Fellowship Name | Fulbright-Nehru Postdoctoral Research Fellowships 2024 |
| Purpose | Supports early-career Indian faculty and researchers for postdoctoral research at U.S. host institutions, enhancing research capabilities and fostering long-term collaborations. |
| Fields of Study | Includes Agricultural Sciences, Chemistry, Computer Science (AI, cybersecurity), Economics, Public Health (pandemic preparedness), and more (full list provided). |
| Affiliation | Fellows affiliate with a U.S. host institution; applicants are encouraged to secure an invitation letter beforehand. |
| Grant Benefits | Provides J-1 visa support, monthly stipend, health insurance, round-trip airfare, settling-in allowance, and professional allowance. Eligible dependents may receive support for travel and living expenses. |
| Eligibility Requirements | Requires a Ph.D. or D.M. degree obtained between July 15, 2020, and July 14, 2024, with proof of publication in a reputable journal. Employment endorsement and leave assurance (if applicable) are necessary, along with institutional endorsement for government-funded projects. |
| Application Deadline | July 15, 2024, 23:59:59 hrs (IST); only online applications accepted. |
| Timeline and Placement Process | Applications reviewed from mid-September 2024; final selections notified by April 2025. Pre-departure orientation in May/June 2025; fellowship commences August/September 2025. |
| Additional Notes | Applicants can apply for only one Fulbright-Nehru fellowship category per cycle. Plagiarism results in disqualification; no extensions or visa sponsorship transfers permitted. |
Grant Benefits of Fulbright-Nehru Postdoctoral Research Fellowships
- J-1 visa support
- Monthly stipend
- Accident and Sickness Program for Exchanges (per U.S. Government guidelines)
- Round-trip economy class air travel
- Modest settling-in allowance
- Professional allowance
- Dependent allowance and international travel (subject to availability).
Eligibility Requirements for Fulbright-Nehru Postdoctoral Research Fellowships
To be eligible for the Fulbright-Nehru Postdoctoral Research Fellowships, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Educational Qualification: The applicant must hold a Ph.D. or a D.M. degree obtained between July 15, 2020, and July 14, 2024. A copy of the Ph.D. or D.M. degree certificate/provisional must be uploaded during the online application process.
- Publication Requirement: Applicants must have a recent significant publication in a reputed journal. A copy of the paper/article (not exceeding 30 pages) must be uploaded as part of the online application.
- Employment Endorsement: If employed, applicants must carefully follow instructions regarding employer endorsement. Obtain an endorsement from the appropriate administrative authority on the FNPostdoc Letter of Support from the Home Institution.
- The endorsement should confirm that leave will be granted for the fellowship period, particularly for candidates employed under government-funded projects.
- Candidates must also secure endorsement from their affiliating institutions in India.
Note: In the application, the applicant is required to indicate the period in which they can complete the proposed project in the United States. The applicant must determine grant duration carefully. Should they be selected for a grant, it will be for the period specified in their application. The duration cannot be changed.
Impotant Dates for Fulbright-Nehru Postdoctoral Research Fellowships 2024
The U.S.-India Educational Foundation (USIEF) has announced the timeline for the Sun Pharma Science Foundation Research Fellowships – 2024. The application deadline is July 15, 2024, followed by application reviews in mid-September. By October, USIEF will inform applicants of the review outcomes, with interviews for short-listed candidates scheduled for mid-November. Notification of principal and alternate nominees will occur by the end of November 2024.
Successful candidates will have their applications forwarded for approval to the J. William Fulbright Foreign Scholarship Board (FFSB) by December 2024, with finalists notified of FFSB approval by April 2025. Pre-Departure Orientation is slated for May/June 2025, and the program is set to commence in August/September 2025, marking a crucial opportunity in pharmaceutical sciences research and international collaboration.
| Feature | Timeline and Placement Process |
|---|---|
| Application deadline | July 15, 2024 |
| Review of applications | Mid-September 2024 |
| USIEF informs about review outcome | October 2024 |
| Interviews of short-listed candidates | Mid-November 2024 |
| USIEF notifies principal and alternate nominees | End November 2024 |
| Forward applications for FFSB approval | December 2024 |
| Notify finalists about FFSB approval | April 2025 |
| Pre-Departure Orientation | May/June 2025 |
| Program begins | August/September 2025 |
How to Apply for Fulbright-Nehru Postdoctoral Research Fellowships 2024
Application Process: Applications must be submitted online by July 15, 2024, through the official application portal. Applicants should carefully review the FNPostdoc Applicant Instructions and Checklist before submission. The application requires completion of the FNPostdoc Applicant Annexure and a Letter of Support from the Home Institution where applicable
- Applications must be submitted online at: https://apply.iie.org/fvsp2025
- Please carefully review the FNPostdoc Applicant Instructions before starting your online application
- Please refer to FNPostdoc Applicant Checklist before submitting the application
- In addition, you must complete and upload the FNPostdoc Applicant Annexure and FNPostdoc Letter of Support from Home Institution on your online application (if applicable).
Important Notes
- Candidates may apply for only one Fulbright-Nehru fellowship category per competition cycle.
- Plagiarism in applications will lead to disqualification.
- Late applications will not be considered.
- Extension or transfer of visa sponsorship is not permitted.
Prospective applicants should consider potential impacts of public health conditions and travel restrictions on their ability to participate in U.S.-based academic programs. For more details and queries, contact postdoc@usief.org.in.
