Scholarship
Prime Minister's Research Fellowship (PMRF)
A prestigious fellowship program designed to attract the best talent into research. It supports high-quality research in various fields of science and technology at premier Indian institutions.
About this scholarship
Prime Minister's Research Fellowship (PMRF) is offered by Ministry of Education, Government of India at phd level. The award is valued at ₹8,40,000 - ₹9,60,000, 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 ₹8,40,000 - ₹9,60,000. 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
Open to students enrolled in PhD programs at IISc, IITs, NITs, IISERs, and other central universities in India.
How to apply
Applications close on 2026-10-31. 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
- Ministry of Education, Government of India
- Award
- ₹8,40,000 - ₹9,60,000
- Funding type
- living stipend
- Selection basis
- Merit-based
- Study levels
- phd
- Fields of study
- Science and Technology
- Nationality
- India
- Deadline
- Open · 2026-10-31
- Renewable
- Yes
Confirm current eligibility, deadlines, and application instructions with the provider before applying.
Reference sourceSource last checked: 2026-08-29