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Fulbright-Kalam Climate Fellowship

United States-India Educational Foundation (USIEF)

A joint India-US initiative funding Indian researchers to conduct climate science and clean energy research at American institutions.

Fully FundedUSAPhDSTEM
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Full Description

The Fulbright-Kalam Climate Fellowship, administered by USIEF, supports Indian doctoral candidates and postdoctoral researchers working on climate change, clean energy, and environmental sustainability to conduct research at US institutions for a defined fellowship period, building collaborative ties between Indian and American research communities.

Benefits

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Round-trip international airfare
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Monthly maintenance allowance
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Accident and sickness health insurance
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Research allowance

Eligibility Criteria

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Indian citizen enrolled in a PhD program in India or holding a recent PhD
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Research focus in climate science, clean energy, or environmental sustainability
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Affiliation with a recognized Indian research institution or university
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English language proficiency

Required Documents

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Research proposal
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Academic transcripts
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Letters of recommendation
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Proof of current enrollment or degree

Application Process

  1. Submit the online Fulbright application through USIEF
  2. Shortlisted candidates are interviewed by a joint selection committee
  3. Selected fellows are matched with a US host institution

Important Information

•This is one of several specialized tracks under the broader Fulbright-Nehru umbrella; check USIEF for the current year's open call.
FundingFull funding for a research fellowship period
CountryUSA
Study LevelPhD
CategorySTEM
EligibilityIndian PhD scholars and postdoctoral researchers working on climate-related research
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