Archive · 21 Jul 2026
PM Research Chair Scheme 2026 Deadline Extended
The Prime Minister Research Chair (PMRC) Scheme 2026 is a big initiative by the Indian government to bring back top Indian researchers and scientists from around the world.
The deadline to apply has been extended to August 15.
The scheme aims to improve research and innovation in India by placing these experts in top universities and research labs.
There are three types of fellows: Young Research Fellows, Senior Fellows, and Research Chairs, each with different experience levels.
The government will provide a lot of money to support these fellows, including fellowships, research grants, and other allowances.
The goal is to have at least 120 researchers over five years.
The scheme also wants to improve teaching, mentorship, and industry collaborations.
Some people support the scheme because it will bring in top talent, while others think the money could be better used to improve existing research facilities.
The deadline for the Prime Minister Research Chair (PMRC) Scheme 2026 has been extended to August 15.
The scheme aims to attract Indian-origin researchers, scientists, and professionals to strengthen India's research and innovation ecosystem.
Fellows will be placed in premier government higher education institutions and national research laboratories.
The scheme offers financial support including fellowships, research grants, and additional allowances.
Eligible candidates include Indian citizens, Overseas Citizens of India (OCI), and Persons of Indian Origin (PIO) working in reputed foreign universities or R&D organizations.
- Who
- Indian-origin researchers, scientists, and professionals
- What
- Prime Minister Research Chair (PMRC) Scheme 2026
- When
- Deadline extended to August 15, 2024
- Where
- Premier government higher education institutions and national research laboratories in India
- Why
- To strengthen India's research and innovation ecosystem
Proponents of the Scheme
Critics of the Scheme
Impact on Research and Innovation
Proponents of the Scheme
The scheme will significantly boost India's research and innovation ecosystem by attracting top Indian-origin researchers and scientists.
Critics of the Scheme
Critics argue that the scheme may not be sufficient to address the broader systemic issues in India's research infrastructure.
Financial Support
Proponents of the Scheme
The financial support provided is substantial and will attract high-caliber researchers.
Critics of the Scheme
Some believe the financial support could be better allocated to improve existing research facilities and institutions.
- Deadline
- August 15, 2024
- Launching Body
- Department of Higher Education, Ministry of Education
- Objective
- Strengthen India's research and innovation ecosystem
- Categories of Fellows
- Young Research Fellows, Senior Fellows, Research Chairs
- Financial Support
- Fellowship: Rs 0.15 crore to Rs 0.60 crore per year, Research grant: Up to Rs 5 crore
- Eligibility
- Indian-origin researchers, OCI, PIO, professionals working in reputed foreign universities or R&D organizations
- Tenure
- Up to five years, subject to satisfactory performance