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India Netherlands Hydrogen Fellowship Programme 2026

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Eligibility

PhD applicants

Region

Netherlands

Award

Up to €2,000 per month

Deadline

Closed

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About The Program

India Netherlands Hydrogen Fellowship Programme 2026 is an opportunity offered by the Department of Science and Technology (DST), Government of India. It aims to strengthen the skilled workforce and technical expertise required to support the development and implementation of India’s emerging hydrogen economy. Selected candidates will receive up to €2,000 per month.

EligibilityDeadline Date: Closed

To be eligible, an applicant must:-

  • be an Indian national
  • be working in the field of engineering science, basic science, social and humanities, economics and finance, public policy, or safety engineering
  • have a Master’s degree/PhD/Postdoctoral (in science, technology) from a recognised university/institute
  • hold a conditional acceptance letter from the University of Groningen confirming the willingness to host the proposed research under specified areas

Note:-

  • Experience in hydrogen energy technology will be advantageous.
  • Applicants who have already been awarded a PhD degree, or who are within 8 months of their expected PhD thesis submission date, are ineligible.
Benefits

Selected candidates will receive:-

  • Doctoral: €1,500 per month (DST) with an add-on of €375 per month (University of Groningen)
  • Postdoctoral: €2,000 per month (DST)
Documents
  • A valid passport/visa
  • Academic transcripts
  • Research proposal and related papers
  • Other necessary documents
How can you apply?

Eligible applicants can apply by following these steps:-
Step 1: Click on the 'Apply Now' button.
Step 2: Click on the 'Register' button and fill in the required details to register. (Note: If already registered, log in using Gmail/Mobile number/Email ID)
Step 3: Click the login option and enter necessary credentials provided by the institution to log in.
Step 4: Fill in the required details and upload the necessary documents to complete the application.

Note:-

  • A soft copy in PDF format is also to be emailed to ‘ranjith.krishnapai@gov.in’.
  • Hardcopy applications will be rejected.
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Important Dates

Application Deadline: 10th April 2026

Selection Criteria

Applicants must secure a conditional acceptance from the host institution (University of Groningen, Netherlands) before applying. Selection follows a two-tier process by DST–NEAC: Tier I screens applications for compliance, research quality, relevance to India’s hydrogen priorities, applicant preparedness, and document authenticity. Tier II involves presentation and technical interaction, assessing knowledge, feasibility, innovation, and impact. Final recommendations are made by NEAC, with DST holding the ultimate decision.

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Scheme Details
Contact Details

Any inquiries to this call should be directed to: (Include subject: India-Netherlands Fellowship  Program DST)
Dr. Ranjith Krishna Pai
Scientist 'F'/ Senior Director
 Program Officer – Hydrogen and Fuel Cell /Hydrogen Valley Innovation Cluster
The Climate, Energy, and Sustainable Technology (CEST) division
Old S&T Block, Room No: 16B
Department of Science and Technology (DST)
Ministry of Science and Technology, Govt. of India
Technology Bhavan, New Mehrauli Road
New Delhi 110016
Email ID: ranjith.krishnapai@gov.in | Contact Number: 011-26590475

University of Groningen
PO Box 72
9700 AB Groningen
The Netherlands
Email ID: dstfellowships.groningen@rug.nl

Source: https://onlinedst.gov.in/

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FAQ's

Question: Who is offering this opportunity?
Answer: The Department of Science and Technology (DST), Government of India, is offering this opportunity.

Question: Where will this fellowship take place?
Answer: It will be held at University of Groningen, the Netherlands.

Question: Can this fellowship be held with other funding?
Answer: Applicants receiving any fellowship, grant, or financial support for international research mobility, living allowance, or research funding from any source are ineligible.

Question: What is the mode of application?
Answer: The application is online through the official website.

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