Deadline: 30-Jun-2026
The Department of Health Research under the Human Research Development (HRD) scheme offers short-term and long-term fellowships abroad to support Indian health researchers and faculty members. The programme is designed to enhance advanced training, global exposure, and research capacity in clinical, biomedical, and health sciences.
The initiative focuses on strengthening India’s health research ecosystem through international collaboration and specialized skill development in emerging scientific fields.
Programme Overview
The fellowship programme provides structured international training opportunities in:
- Clinical and biomedical research
- Emerging health technologies
- Advanced laboratory and translational sciences
- Medical and public health innovation
- Specialized technical and clinical skill development
- International scientific collaboration and exchange
It includes two categories of fellowships:
- Short-Term Fellowship Abroad
- Long-Term Fellowship Abroad
Short-Term Fellowship Abroad
This fellowship supports focused training in specialized areas of biomedical and health research.
Key details:
- Duration: 15 days to 3 months
- Age limit: Below 57 years as on application deadline
- Purpose: Niche skill development and advanced technical training
Financial support:
- Monthly stipend: USD 3,000 (covers accommodation and living expenses)
- Return economy class airfare via Government of India-approved travel agencies
- Visa and travel reimbursement: Up to INR 75,000
- Overseas mediclaim insurance reimbursement: Up to INR 20,000
Long-Term Fellowship Abroad
This fellowship supports extended training and capacity building at international institutions.
Key details:
- Duration: 6 to 12 months
- Age limit: Below 45 years as on application deadline
- Eligibility: Regular faculty members with at least 3 years of experience
Financial support:
- Monthly stipend: USD 3,000
- Return economy class airfare via approved government travel agencies
- Visa and related expenses reimbursement: Up to INR 75,000
- Overseas mediclaim insurance reimbursement: Up to INR 20,000
Eligibility Criteria (Common for Both Fellowships)
Applicants must:
- Be Indian citizens working in India
- Hold one of the following qualifications:
- MD, MS, MDS, DNB
- MBBS, BDS, MVSc, MSc, MPharma, MTech (or equivalent) with PhD in biomedical/health research
- Have at least 3 years of teaching or research experience after qualifying degree
- Be employed in a recognized academic or research institution
Additional Requirements
Applicants must also provide:
- Employer or institutional forwarding letter confirming continued employment during fellowship
- Acceptance letter from the host institution abroad
- Detailed training and research plan
Additional requirement:
- Applicants from private institutions must submit an AICTE recognition letter
Ineligibility Conditions
Candidates are not eligible if:
- They have availed similar Government of India or State Government fellowships in the last 3 years
- They do not meet the required academic or professional experience criteria
- They are not currently employed in eligible institutions
Programme Objectives
The fellowship aims to:
- Strengthen biomedical and health research capacity in India
- Promote international scientific collaboration
- Enhance advanced technical and clinical skills
- Support exposure to global research ecosystems
- Encourage innovation in medical and health sciences
- Build a highly skilled health research workforce
Why the Programme Matters
- Builds global research exposure for Indian scientists and faculty
- Strengthens India’s biomedical research ecosystem
- Enhances advanced clinical and technical competencies
- Encourages innovation in healthcare and medical sciences
- Promotes knowledge exchange with international institutions
- Supports long-term academic and research development
Conclusion
The Department of Health Research HRD Fellowship Abroad Programme provides structured international training opportunities for Indian researchers and faculty members in health and biomedical sciences. By supporting both short-term specialized training and long-term academic exposure, the programme strengthens research capacity, promotes global collaboration, and advances India’s healthcare innovation ecosystem.
For more information, visit Indian Council of Medical Research.