Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam Young Research Fellowship 2025-26

Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam Young Research Fellowship 2025-26, The Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam Young Research Fellowship 2025–26 is an initiative of the Technology, Education, Research and Rehabilitation for the Environment (TERRE) Policy Center. This fellowship is open to students who are currently pursuing or have completed undergraduate, postgraduate, or Ph.D. programmes in disciplines related to environmental research.

The fellowship seeks to recognize and encourage young researchers in India who have demonstrated meaningful contributions or created a measurable impact in the field of environmental protection. Selected candidates will be awarded a fellowship grant of up to ₹25,000, along with an official certificate of recognition.

Please read the complete article to learn about the details like Fellowship Funding Amount, Eligibility Criteria and Selection Process and apply before deadline.

TERRE Policy Center is a non-profit, non-partisan, and independent organization committed to developing sustainable solutions to address pressing developmental challenges.

Last Date of Application: 31^st January 2026

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Eligibility for Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam Young Research Fellowship 2025-26

Deadline to Apply: 31 January 2026

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

Be a citizen of India
Be between 18 and 25 years of age as on 31 December 2025
Be currently pursuing or have completed an undergraduate or master’s degree (such as M.Sc., M.E., M.A.) or a Ph.D. in a relevant field

Benefits for Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam Young Research Fellowship 2025-26

Selected candidates will receive a fellowship grant ranging from ₹10,000 to ₹25,000, along with a certificate of recognition.

Required Documents for Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam Young Research Fellowship 2025-26

Valid age proof (Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, or Voter ID)
Copy of the research work
Mark sheets and certificates of the last qualifying examination
Disability certificate (if applicable)
Caste certificate (if applicable)

How to Apply for Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam Young Research Fellowship 2025-26

Eligible applicants can apply for the fellowship by following these steps:

Click on the ‘Apply Now’ button.
Select ‘Register’ and complete the registration process.
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Click on the ‘Registration’ option.
Fill in all the required details carefully and click on ‘Submit Application’ to complete the process.

Selection Criteria

Candidates will be shortlisted based on merit and their fulfillment of the prescribed eligibility criteria. Final selection will be made through an interview process.