Course Announcement: TWAS Doctoral Fellowship 2026 (Fully Funded)

Course Announcement: TWAS Doctoral Fellowship 2026 (Fully Funded)

About TWAS – The World Academy of Sciences

TWAS – The World Academy of Sciences, based in Trieste, Italy, is a global science academy dedicated to advancing scientific excellence and capacity in developing countries. Founded in 1983 under Nobel laureate Abdus Salam, TWAS promotes sustainable prosperity by supporting research, education, and policy initiatives in science, technology, and engineering. The academy provides fellowships, grants, and collaborative programs to empower scientists from developing nations, strengthen local research institutions, and address global challenges such as poverty, disease, and environmental sustainability.

TWAS Doctoral Fellowship 2026 (Fully Funded)

• Fully funded fellowship for PhD and doctoral research in developing countries.

• Open to international students from China, India, Brazil, Pakistan, South Africa, and other non-EU countries.

• Duration: Three years.

• Supports a wide range of STEM disciplines including:

  • Agricultural Sciences

  • Structural, Cell, and Molecular Biology

  • Biological Systems and Organisms

  • Medical and Health Sciences, including Neurosciences

  • Chemical Sciences

  • Engineering Sciences

  • Astronomy, Space, and Earth Sciences

  • Mathematical Sciences

  • Physics

• Provides a comprehensive support package including:

  • Tuition fees (Partial Cost of Study)

  • Accommodation costs at the host institute

  • Monthly allowance for living expenses (food, accommodation, health insurance)

  • Travel support (economy-class return airfare and visa/study permit costs)

• Enables students to fully focus on research and academic development.

• Particularly encourages applicants from developing and least developed countries.

• Candidates must hold a Master’s degree or equivalent in a relevant field.

• Required language: English proficiency.

• Preliminary or full acceptance from a TWAS partner institute is required.

• Only one TWAS program per calendar year can be applied to.

• Host institutions include prestigious universities in Brazil, China, India, Pakistan, and South Africa.

• Application procedure:

  • Monitor the official TWAS portal for open programs.

  • Secure preliminary acceptance from the chosen host institute.

  • Submit all required documents online: transcripts, CV, research proposal, English proficiency, acceptance letter.

  • Await selection notification from TWAS.

• Fellowship promotes scientific excellence and strengthens capacity in STEM sectors of developing countries.

• Prepares students to contribute to advancements in ICT, health, agriculture, technology, and environmental sustainability.

• Provides opportunity to conduct research at globally recognized institutions.

• Offers mentorship and academic support throughout the fellowship duration.

• Strengthens international collaboration and networking among researchers.

• Enhances career prospects for early-career scientists in developing nations.

• Encourages interdisciplinary research and innovation.

• Supports long-term contribution to national development through science and technology.

• Allows students to focus entirely on their PhD research without financial burden.

• Promotes global knowledge exchange and research impact in developing countries.

• Encourages leadership in scientific research for societal development.

• Fellowship covers both living and travel expenses for the entire program duration.

Apply here: TWAS Doctoral Fellowship 2026