The Department of Higher Education has invited applications for the Prime Minister Research Chair (PMRC) Scheme 2026. The flagship national initiative aims to connect global Indian talent with India’s scientific and innovation future. The scheme will link global Indian talent with the country’s rapidly expanding research, development, innovation and technology ecosystem across 13 thematic areas of national priority, including Advanced Computing, Semiconductors and Cybersecurity.
The participating institutions and fellows will be selected through a rigorous process overseen by an Empowered Committee. It added that PMRC Fellows will receive fellowship and research grant support, access to laboratories and research infrastructure, and opportunities to work with leading government institutions in the country. Detailed guidelines, eligibility criteria and application procedures are available on the PMRC Portal.
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