Call for Proposals: ASEAN-India Fellowship (AI-RTF) 

Attention all aspiring scientists and researchers from ASEAN Member States! Are you passionate about scientific discovery and eager to collaborate with leading minds in India? The prestigious ASEAN-India Research Training Fellowship (AI-RTF) program offers a unique opportunity to elevate your research career. This competitive fellowship is designed to foster scientific exchange and collaboration between ASEAN and India.

ASEAN-India Fellowship: Elevate Your Research Expertise in India

Established in 1992, the India-ASEAN partnership has flourished, with a strong focus on Science and Technology (S&T) collaboration. The AI-RTF program is a key initiative under the ASEAN-India Science, Technology, and Innovation cooperation, which aims to bridge the development gap and address shared challenges.

The AI-RTF program offers you the chance to:

• Conduct research at a premier Indian R&D or academic institution for 2 to 6 months.
• Sharpen your research skills and gain valuable expertise under the guidance of renowned Indian scientists.
• Build a network of collaborators with fellow researchers from ASEAN and India, fostering long-term research partnerships.
• Potentially establish co-supervisors from India for your Ph.D. or Masters degree pursuits upon returning home.

Fellowship Benefits:

• Receive a competitive monthly fellowship amount.
• Get full coverage of international airfare and research contingency expenses.
• Benefit from institutional overhead charges to support your research endeavors.

Who Can Apply?

• Young scientists and researchers from any ASEAN Member State (Brunei Darussalam, Cambodia, Indonesia, Lao PDR, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam).
• Holders of a Master’s Degree (or equivalent) in Natural Sciences, Technology, Engineering, Medicine, or allied disciplines.
• Affiliated with a national R&D or academic institution in your home country.
• Fluent in the English language.

Important Dates:

• Application Deadline: April 30th, 2024
• Applications to be submitted online: https://aistic.gov.in/ASEAN/aistdfFellowship

Don’t miss this opportunity to take your research career to the next level! Apply for the ASEAN-India Fellowship today and embark on a rewarding journey of scientific discovery and collaboration.

For further details and application guidelines, please visit the official website.