Abel Visiting Scholarship 2025

To be eligible, an applicant must:-

• be a resident of one of the developing countries at the time of application including India or as defined by the International Mathematics Union (IMU)
• be under 35 years old at the application deadline
• hold a Ph.D. degree in Mathematics
• be early-career researchers who have not yet attained a full professorial rank but hold a working contract at a university or college
• hold a position in a university/research institution

Note:-

• The maximum age limit may be extended by up to three years in cases of career interruptions.
• Applicants are required to explain the reasons for any career breaks in their applications.
• Applications from women mathematicians are strongly encouraged.

Selected candidates will receive a grant of up to $5,000 which can be utilised for the following:

• Travel Costs: Economy-class airfare from the applicant's place of work to the host institution.
• Public Transportation: Surface transport (rail or bus) between the nearest airport city and the applicant's home or the host institution. A maximum of four taxi fares (with receipts) is allowed for airport/station transfers.
• Pre-Departure/Arrival Accommodation: A maximum of one night's hotel stay before departure or upon arrival can be reimbursed, if necessary.
• Visa Fees: Visa fees for the host country.
• Travel Insurance: Costs for travel insurance.
• Living Costs: A daily allowance for basic living expenses, including public transportation, in the host country. The specific amount is based on the cost of living in the visiting city. If accommodation includes meals, the daily allowance will be adjusted accordingly.
• Accommodation Costs: Hotel accommodation is permitted for a maximum of four weeks, only if the host institution confirms the unavailability of guest housing or rented apartments. For stays exceeding four weeks, the applicant must secure a suitable apartment or guesthouse. (Note:- Cash payments for accommodation are not accepted; payments must be made through trackable transfer methods.
• Public Holiday Periods: If the host institution is closed during public holidays (e.g., Christmas), the daily living allowance will not be provided, but accommodation costs may be covered.

The grant is paid in two installments:

• The first payment will cover accommodation in the host country, travel insurance, visa fees, airport transportation, and 50% of the living costs. This payment will be made before departure
• The second payment will cover the remaining living costs. To receive this payment, a detailed report, photographs, and all original invoices must be submitted to the IMU Secretariat.

Note:-

• The grant does not cover any costs for additional trips, such as attending conferences or workshops. These expenses must be borne by the grantee or the host institution.
• Living and accommodation costs will not be covered for personal or non-research-related stays abroad.
• A comprehensive overview of expenses, excluding living costs, must be listed in the financial report. This report should be accompanied by copies of original invoices and boarding passes.
• The financial and activity report, along with photographs and all invoices, must be submitted to the IMU Secretariat, CDC Administration, within two weeks of the research visit's conclusion.
• Any unspent funds must be returned to CDC/Abel Funds.

• Resume
• A photograph of the applicant
• List of recent publications
• Research statement for the visit
• Official invitation letter from the host institution
• Letter of recommendation
• Ph.D. degree certificate
• Statement of current employment status
• Tentative budget form

Note - 

• All of these documents must be merged into one PDF file before uploading uploading it.
• Please find the templates and forms given below in the 'Documents' section.
   

Eligible candidates can apply for the opportunity using the steps listed below:-
Step 1: Click the ‘Apply Now’ button below.
Step 2: Click on the 'Register' button on the right-hand side of the dashboard and fill in the required details to 'Register'. (Note:- If already registered, log in using the registered email ID)
Step 3: Navigate to 'Application Requirements' and click on 'Grant Application Page'.
Step 4: Navigate to 'Log in or Register' and enter a valid email ID, then click on 'Continue'.
Step 5: Enter the security code sent to the provided email to register.
Step 6: Fill in the required details and upload the necessary documents.
Step 7: To save the application information and proceed to the next page, click 'Save + Next'.
Step 8: Submit the completed application form.

Application Deadline (for visits between September 1 and December 31, 2025): 30th April 2025
Application Deadline ( for visits between January 1 and April 30, 2026): 31st August 2025