IndiaAI Fellowship 2026 Offers Grants for AI Research

The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology has opened applications for the IndiaAI Fellowship 2026, with a deadline set for November 30, 2026. This program is designed to assist students conducting research and projects in the field of artificial intelligence. Undergraduates are eligible for grants up to ₹1 lakh, while postgraduate students may receive up to ₹2 lakh. PhD scholars will receive a monthly stipend ranging from ₹70,000 to ₹80,000, alongside an annual research grant of ₹2 lakh.

By encouraging innovation in AI, the program intends to build on the country's technological foundations. These fellowships provide the financial support necessary for students to undertake research that may eventually benefit various industries. The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology recognizes the importance of developing expertise in this fast-moving field, seeing it as a way to support both economic growth and social development through a national focus on research.

Students can apply through the fellowship.indiaai.gov.in website. Once the November 30 deadline passes, grants will be awarded to selected candidates based on their academic standing and the quality of their project proposals. The initiative expects to reach approximately 13,500 scholars, creating a network of talent through a partnership between the government and educational institutions.

The influence of the IndiaAI Fellowship is intended to reach further than the individual scholarships themselves. Investing in this type of education helps position India within the international technology landscape. Success in AI research can lead to practical improvements in sectors like healthcare, agriculture, and manufacturing, while the program’s structure allows students from many different backgrounds to take part in specialized research.

As the program moves forward with reviewing applications and awarding grants, it will help prepare a new group of leaders in the technology sector. Future stages of the initiative will involve tracking the progress of these projects to see how they contribute to academic knowledge and industrial practice. This effort aims to sustain India’s development as a location for AI research and excellence.