Scholarship
Prime Minister's Research Fellowship (PMRF)
A prestigious fellowship program aimed at attracting the best talent into research, specifically in science and technology domains at premier Indian institutions.
About this scholarship
Prime Minister's Research Fellowship (PMRF) is offered by Government of India for study in India at phd level. The award is valued at Rs 9,60,000/yr, provided as living stipend support. Funding is renewable, so it can continue across more than one year of study subject to the provider's conditions.
What the funding covers
This scholarship is classified as living stipend funding. Applicants selected receive Rs 9,60,000/yr. Selection is merit-based, so academic and personal achievement carry the most weight.
Who can apply
The award is open to candidates applying at phd level. Eligible study areas include Science and Technology. Nationality requirements apply: India.
Eligibility
Candidates must be enrolled in a PhD program at a PMRF-granting institution and meet high academic standards.
How to apply
No fixed closing date is published, so check the provider for the current cycle. Requirements are set by the provider and can change between intakes, so verify each item on the official page before submitting.
Eligible study levels
phd
Fields of study
Science and Technology
Nationality requirements
India
Funding basis
Merit-based
Some scholarship details still require source confirmation. Confirm the study destination and applicant eligibility with the provider before applying.
Key details
- Provider
- Government of India
- Study destination
- India
- Eligible applicant countries
- India
- Award
- Rs 9,60,000/yr
- Funding type
- living stipend
- Selection basis
- Merit-based
- Study levels
- phd
- Fields of study
- Science and Technology
- Nationality
- India
- Deadline
- Deadline unknown
- Renewable
- Yes
Confirm current eligibility, deadlines, and application instructions with the provider before applying.
Reference sourceSource last checked: 2026-10-08