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IIT Madras International Fellowship
by IIT Madras
🏆 Fully Funded 🟢 Active 🎓 PhD 🌍 India
72%
Match
Competitiveness: Competitive
Win Probability: 8%  ·  Effort: 8/10  ·  Reward: 10/10
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Award Amount
Full tuition + INR 28,000
Duration
3-5 years
Deadline
April-May
Level
PhD
Acceptance
5-15%
Difficulty
Hard

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Instant Application Intelligence

72%
Eligibility Match
8%
Win Probability
8/10
Difficulty
40–60 hours
Time Required
10/10
Reward Score
📋 Overview
💰
Award Amount
Full tuition + INR 28,000-35,000/month
⏱
Duration
3-5 years
📍
Study Country
India
🏛️
Provider
IIT Madras
🎓
Level
PhD
📖
Fields
STEM, Engineering, Technology
🏆
Awards/Year
Varies
📅
Deadline
April-May
Research fellowships for doctoral students at IIT Madras.
Who Should Apply
International and domestic PhD students in STEM
Education Level
PhD
Eligible Fields
STEM, Engineering, Technology
Key Benefits
Full tuition coverage; monthly living stipend
Tags
PhDSTEMUniversity
📊 Statistics & Competitiveness
Data not publicly available
Applicants Last Year
Varies
Winners
5-15%
Acceptance Rate
Competitive
Competition Level
Competition level: Competitive — Acceptance rate: 5-15%
💸 Funding Breakdown
Tuition
Yes
Living Stipend
Yes
Total Award
Full tuition + INR 28,000-35,000/month
🎓 Tuition Coverage
Yes
🏠 Living Stipend
Yes
🏡 Accommodation
No
✈️ Travel Allowance
Yes
💊 Health Insurance
Yes
🎁 Other Benefits
Networking; mentoring; research support (varies by programme)
🔄 Renewable
Yes (annual renewal)
📄 Application Requirements
Essay Required
Yes
Rec Letters
2 letters
Documents Required
  • CV / Resume
  • 2 letters Recommendation Letters
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Passport Copy
  • Yes
  • IELTS 6.5+ or TOEFL 90+
  • Interview: Some programmes
📋 Application Process:
1. Apply for admission to the university 2. Check scholarship eligibility 3. Submit scholarship application 4. Academic review 5. Award notification
Secure an IIT Madras supervisor before applying
✅ Eligibility Deep Dive
🌍 Eligible Nationalities
Varies by Programme
🎓 Academic Level
PhD
🗣️ English Requirement
IELTS 6.5+ or TOEFL 90+
🎂 Age Limit
None specified
💼 Work Experience
None required
🏆 Leadership
Preferred
💰 Financial Need
No
🎯 Target Students
International Students
🗺️ Application Roadmap
1
Apply for admission to the university
⏱ 1-2 weeks Medium
2
Check scholarship eligibility
⏱ 1-2 weeks High ⚠ Rejection Risk
3
Submit scholarship application
⏱ 1 week Medium
4
Academic review
⏱ 1 week Medium
5
Award notification
⏱ Varies Medium ⚠ Rejection Risk
📅 Timeline
📅 Applications Open
Varies (typically 3-6 months before deadline)
⏰ Deadline
April-May
🎤 Interview
Some programmes
🎓 Study Starts
September/October or January (varies)
Varies (typically 3-6 months before deadline)
Applications Open
Prepare your documents and essays
April-May
Applications Close
Submit before this hard deadline
Some programmes
Interview / Shortlisting
Shortlisted candidates notified
After selection
Results Announced
Successful applicants notified
September/October or January (varies)
Study Begins
Course starts at host institution
⚖️ Selection Process
📋 Selection Criteria
Academic excellence; clear study/research plan
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💹 Cost Analysis
Varies
Estimated Study Cost
Full tuition + INR 28,000-35,000/month
Amount Covered
Minimal
Out of Pocket
Excellent
Value Rating
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
International and domestic PhD students in STEM
The scholarship provides: Full tuition + INR 28,000-35,000/month — Full tuition coverage; monthly living stipend
The application deadline is: April-May. Check the official website for the most current information.
Competition level: Competitive. Acceptance rate: 5-15%. A strong application is essential.
Yes (annual renewal)
Typically: academic transcripts, passport, English language scores, 2 letters, CV/resume, personal statement/essays. Check the official website for the exact list.
🌐 Official Information
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Contact
international@iitm.ac.in
Last updated: 2026-05-31
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