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Prime Minister Research Chair Scheme Deadline Extended To August 15; Applications Open For Host Institutions And Fellows
24htopnews | July 22, 2026 1:09 AM CST

The deadline to apply for the Prime Minister Research Chair (PMRC) Scheme 2026 has been extended to August 15. The scheme aims to bring distinguished Indian-origin researchers and professionals abroad to Indian institutions.

Prime Minister Research Chair Scheme: The deadline to apply for the Prime Minister Research Chair (PMRC) Scheme has been extended to August 15, 2026, giving eligible institutions and researchers additional time to submit their applications.

The scheme, launched by the Department of Higher Education under the Ministry of Education, Government of India, is aimed at bringing leading Indian-origin researchers, scientists and professionals working abroad to premier government higher education institutions and national research laboratories in India.

Applications for the PMRC Scheme opened on June 1, 2026. The engagement period under the scheme can extend up to five years during the period from 2026-27 to 2030-31.

The scheme is designed to strengthen India's research and innovation ecosystem by supporting high-impact research across 13 priority sectors.


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