VAIshwik BHArtiya Vaigyanik (VAIBHAV) Fellowship
✓ Information verified — April 2026VAIBHAV Fellowship is a program run by the Ministry of Science and Technology that connects Indian scientists living abroad with researchers and institutions in India. Through this fellowship, overseas Indian scientists can collaborate with Indian universities, colleges, and government research organizations. Fellows can spend up to two months per year in India for a maximum of three years to conduct joint research and share scientific expertise.
What You Get
- Opportunity to collaborate with Indian higher educational institutions and research centers
- Can spend up to 2 months per year in India for research work
- Fellowship duration of up to 3 years
- Platform to contribute to Indian scientific advancement
- Facilitate knowledge exchange between Indian diaspora scientists and domestic institutions
Who Can Apply
- Age: 18–100 years
- Must be a scientist of Indian origin living abroad or part of Indian diaspora
- Should have significant scientific research experience and expertise
- Must identify and secure partnership with an eligible Indian institution (university, college, or public-funded research organization)
- Should be willing to collaborate on mutually agreed research projects
Documents Needed
0/6 collected
- 1. Passport or Identity Proof
- 2. Educational Certificates
- 3. Research Publications
- 4. Proof of Current Employment
- 5. Institutional Collaboration Letter
- 6. CV or Resume
How to Apply
- 1Check your eligibility criteria above
- 2Gather all required documents listed below
- 3Visit the official portal (linked below)
- 4Fill the application form online / offline
- 5Submit the form and note your application reference number
- 6Track status on the official portal or visit nearest CSC
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Quick Facts
- Scheme Level
- Central Government
- Ministry
- Ministry Of Science And Technology
- Category
- Education
- Target Gender
- All genders
- Age Group
- 18–100 years
- Application
- Check portal
- Last Updated
- 25 Apr 2026
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