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Fulbright-Nehru International Fellowship

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Record originEnglish Wikipedia
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Source revisionAug 23, 2026
Entity authorityQ126923276 ↗
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The Fulbright-Nehru International Fellowship is a prestigious scholarship program that facilitates cultural exchange and academic collaboration between India and the United States. Named after Jawaharlal Nehru, the first Prime Minister of India, and U.S. Senator J. William Fulbright, the program supports Indian students and scholars in their pursuit of higher education in various fields at U.S. institutions.

Program overview

The Fulbright-Nehru Fellowship aims to strengthen mutual understanding between the peoples of India and the United States through academic and cultural exchange. Participants are selected to study, research, and teach in a wide range of disciplines at U.S. institutions.

Eligibility

Candidates must:

Hold a degree equivalent to a U.S. bachelor's degree from a recognized Indian university with at least 55% marks.

Demonstrate leadership qualities and a history of community service.

Have a minimum of three years of professional work experience.

Meet the English language proficiency requirements necessary for U.S. college and university admissions.

Application process

Applicants go through a multi-stage selection process:

Complete an online application and attach necessary documentation.

Undergo academic and professional review by experts in their chosen field.

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