RWTH Aachen University is giving an opportunity for high-caliber German and Indian students to apply for the India Senior Research Fellowships programme.
Eligibility for the Fellowship is open to doctoral candidates at the university and those enrolled at select partner institutions in India, including IIT Bombay, IIT Delhi, IIT Roorkee, and IISc Bangalore. Applicants must demonstrate strong motivation to foster academic cooperation, present a clear research or collaboration plan, and secure a hosting agreement from the partner university.
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( votes)Located in Germany, RWTH Aachen University is one of Europe’s leading technical universities known for its strong focus on engineering, natural sciences, and technology. It combines top-tier research with practical innovation and fosters close collaborations with industry and international partners, making it a hub for cutting-edge scientific and technological advancements.
Application Deadlines: June 30, 2025 | December 31, 2025 | June 30, 2026.
Brief Description
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University or Organization: RWTH Aachen University
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Department: Strategic India Activities
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Course Level: Postdoctoral/Doctoral Research
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Award: €750 per week (up to six weeks) or reimbursement of travel expenses
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Access Mode: Online
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Number of Awards: NA
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Nationality: German and Indian scholars (from partner universities)
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The award can be taken in: Germany (Aachen) or India
Eligibility
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Eligible Countries: Germany and India
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Acceptable Course or Subjects: The fellowship will be awarded in any subject offered by RWTH Aachen University or the listed Indian partner universities.
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Admissible Criteria: To be eligible, applicants must:
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Be a doctoral candidate at RWTH Aachen University, or
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Be enrolled at one of the following partner universities in India:
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IIT Bombay, Mumbai
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IIT Delhi
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IIT Roorkee
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IISc Bangalore, Bengaluru
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Demonstrate strong motivation to establish or deepen cooperation with the partner universities.
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Submit a detailed plan for the research stay, including purpose and activities.
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How to Apply
Applicants must upload all required documents (CV, project plan, hosting agreement) in English via the online application form for incoming or outgoing students, depending on their affiliation.
Incomings from India
- Upload all application documents using the online form for incoming students.
- If your application is successful, you will receive all the information you need for your stay at RWTH Aachen University.
RWTH Outgoings
- Upload all application documents using the online form for outgoing students.
- If your application is successful, you will receive all the information you need for your stay at the host university.
Benefits
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For stays in Aachen: €750 per week for up to six weeks.
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For stays in India: Reimbursement according to travel expense report (maximum €750 per week).
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Additional support: Single parents and applicants with chronic illnesses or disabilities may be granted higher funding upon proof of additional needs.