🔴 Closed
Focus Area Science Technology Summer Fellowship 2026
📅 Expired 🎓 Undergraduate and postgraduate students in specified fields
Focus Area Science Technology Summer Fellowship 2026 — Overview
The Focus Area Science Technology Summer Fellowship 2026 is a prestigious initiative jointly offered by the Indian Academy of Sciences, Bengaluru, the Indian National Science Academy, New Delhi, and the National Academy of Sciences, India, Prayagraj. This fellowship is designed to support outstanding students and teachers in pursuing research in various fields of science, engineering, and medicine. The primary aim is to provide short-term research exposure to students and young researchers at premier institutions.
Key Highlights
- Jointly offered by three prestigious academies.
- Focus on research in science, engineering, and medicine.
- Open to students from North-Eastern states of India.
- Free application process.
- Opportunity to work on research projects with experienced mentors.
- Eligibility includes various undergraduate and postgraduate courses.
- Deadline for application is January 31, 2026.
- Selected candidates receive a fellowship opportunity.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the Focus Area Science Technology Summer Fellowship 2026, applicants must:
- Be pursuing one of the following:
- BS/BSc (2nd year only)
- BSc (Research) (3rd year only)
- BStat/BMath (2nd year only)
- BPharm (3rd and 4th years only)
- BE/BTech/BCA (2nd and 3rd years only)
- BArch (2nd, 3rd and 4th years only)
- MS/MSc/MVSc/MPharm (1st year only)
- ME/MTech/MCA/MArch (1st year only)
- MStat/MMath (1st year only)
- 5-year integrated MS/MSc/MTech/MBBS/BVSc (2nd, 3rd, 4th years only)
- PharmD (3rd, 4th years only)
- (dual degree) B.Tech + M.Tech (2nd, 3rd, 4th years only)
- (dual degree) BE + MSc (2nd, 3rd, 4th years only)
- (dual degree) BS + MS (2nd, 3rd, 4th years only)
- Integrated PhD (1st, 2nd years only)
- MSc Tech (1st, 2nd years only)
- Have a minimum of 65% average marks in core subjects (excluding languages) from Class X up to post-graduation.
Stipend & Financial Benefits
Selected candidates will receive a fellowship opportunity, which includes:
- Financial support for research activities.
How to Apply
Eligible applicants can apply by following these steps:
- Visit the official application portal: https://webjapps.ias.ac.in/fastsf2026/
- Click on the 'Register' button and fill in the required registration details.
- Scroll down to the ‘Click here to Register’ section.
- Select your ‘Category option’.
- Tick the box for the ‘Broad area of interest’.
- Select the sub-area of interest.
- Fill in the required information, upload the required documents, and click on the ‘Submit’ button.
Important Dates & Deadlines
Key dates for the Focus Area Science Technology Summer Fellowship 2026 are:
- Application Deadline: 31 January 2026
Selection Process
Candidates will be selected based on the sole discretion of the academies. All decisions made by the academies are final.
Contact Information
For any inquiries, you can reach out to:
- Indian Academy of Sciences, C V Raman Avenue, Sadashivanagar, Bengaluru 560 080, Email: sumfel@ias.ac.in, Phone: (080) 2266 1202
- Indian National Science Academy, Bahadur Shah Zafar Marg, New Delhi-110 002, Email: fellowship@insa.nic.in
- The National Academy of Sciences India, 5, Lajpat Rai Road, Mumfordganj, Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh - 211002, Email: fellowship@nasi.ac.in, Phone: (+91) 532 264 0224
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be pursuing specific undergraduate or postgraduate courses as listed.
- Minimum 65% average marks in core subjects from Class X to post-graduation.
- Open to students from North-Eastern states of India.
Benefits & Stipend
- Fellowship opportunity with financial support for research activities.
Application Process
- Visit the application portal: https://webjapps.ias.ac.in/fastsf2026/
- Register and fill in the required details.
- Select category and area of interest.
- Upload required documents and submit.
Documents Required
- Mark sheets from Class 10 to last examination (JPEG format).
- Contact details of the present teacher.
- Project proposal (250 words).
- Write-up about research interests (150-250 words).
- Publications (if any for teacher applicants).
- Authorization letter from Principal/HoD (for selected teacher applicants).
Selection Process
Selection is based on the discretion of the academies. Only one application per candidate will be considered.
📅 Important Dates
| Application Start | |
| Last Date | 31 January 2026 |
| Exam/Interview |
Frequently Asked Questions
▶ What is the last date for Focus Area Science Technology Summer Fellowship 2026?
The last date to apply is January 31, 2026.
▶ What is the monthly stipend?
The fellowship provides financial support for research activities, but specific stipend amounts are not mentioned.
▶ Who is eligible?
Students pursuing specific undergraduate and postgraduate courses with a minimum of 65% average marks.
▶ How to apply online?
Visit the application portal at https://webjapps.ias.ac.in/fastsf2026/.
▶ Is there an application fee?
No, the application process is completely free.
▶ What is the selection process?
Candidates are selected based on the discretion of the academies.
▶ Is this for SC/ST/OBC?
The fellowship is open to all eligible students from North-Eastern states.
▶ What is the duration?
The duration of the fellowship is not specified.
Fellowship Details
| Full Name | Focus Area Science Technology Summer Fellowship 2026 |
| Status | Closed |
| Last Date | 31 Jan 2026 Expired |
| Qualification | Undergraduate and postgraduate students in specified fields |
| Research Area | Science, Engineering, Medicine |
| Gender | All |
| Department | Government of India |
| Provider | India, Indian Academy of Sciences, Indian National Science Academy, National Academy of Sciences |
| Category | Engineering, Medicine, Science |
| State | North-Eastern states |
| Source | Buddy4Study |
| Provider | Indian Academy of Sciences, Indian National Science Academy, National Academy of Sciences, India (Central Government) |
| Official Website | www.ias.ac.in ↗ |
| Apply Link | webjapps.ias.ac.in ↗ |
| sumfel@ias.ac.in | |
| Phone | (080) 2266 1202 |
| Next Cycle | 2027 |
📅 Published: 02 Mar 2026