IndiaAI Fellowship 2026–27 announced by MeitY

The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has announced the IndiaAI Fellowship 2026–27 as part of the IndiaAI Mission. The program provides financial support to Indian students conducting research in artificial intelligence across various academic levels.

Funding amounts are tiered based on the student's degree: undergraduate and Integrated Dual Degree (IDD) students can receive up to ₹1 lakh, while postgraduate students may receive up to ₹2 lakh. PhD scholars are eligible for monthly support ranging from ₹70,000 to ₹80,000, alongside an annual research grant of up to ₹2 lakh. Additionally, students whose research papers are accepted at qualifying international conferences may receive a one-time travel and accommodation grant of up to ₹1 lakh.

Eligibility is restricted to Indian nationals. Undergraduate applicants must meet specific semester requirements, such as the fifth semester for three-year programs or the seventh semester for four-year programs. IDD students become eligible from their ninth semester, and postgraduate applicants are eligible during their first three semesters. The application deadline is listed as 30 November 2026.