Archive · 29 Jul 2026
PMRC Scheme Deadline Extended to 2026
The Prime Minister Research Chair (PMRC) scheme is a program by the Ministry of Education in India.
It aims to bring back top Indian researchers and professionals from abroad to work in India's top universities and research labs.
The scheme has three levels: Young Research Fellows, Senior Fellows, and Research Chairs.
These fellows will do important research, teach courses, and help train students.
The deadline to apply has been extended to August 15, 2026.
The Ministry of Education says they have already received many applications and encourages more to apply.
This scheme is part of India's plan to become more self-reliant and advanced.
The application deadline for the Prime Minister Research Chair (PMRC) scheme has been extended to August 15, 2026.
The scheme aims to attract Indian-origin researchers, scientists, and professionals from abroad to work in India's top institutions.
The PMRC scheme offers three levels of engagement: Young Research Fellows (YRF), Senior Fellows (SF), and Research Chairs (RC).
Fellows are expected to conduct high-impact research, teach courses, and mentor students.
The Ministry of Education has received thousands of applications and encourages more to apply.
- Who
- Indian-origin researchers, scientists, and professionals from abroad
- What
- Extension of the application deadline for the Prime Minister Research Chair (PMRC) scheme
- When
- Extended till August 15, 2026
- Where
- Premier government higher education institutions and national research laboratories in India
- Why
- To attract and engage leading Indian-origin researchers, scientists, and professionals to undertake research and contribute to India's R&D-led growth and nation-building
Supporters of the PMRC Scheme
Critics of the PMRC Scheme
Impact on Research and Development
Supporters of the PMRC Scheme
The scheme will significantly boost R&D in India by attracting top Indian-origin researchers and professionals.
Critics of the PMRC Scheme
Critics argue that the scheme may not lead to substantial R&D improvements and could be a waste of resources.
Engagement Levels
Supporters of the PMRC Scheme
The three levels of engagement (Young Research Fellows, Senior Fellows, Research Chairs) cater to a wide range of experience levels, making the scheme inclusive.
Critics of the PMRC Scheme
Some believe the scheme's structure is too complex and may create unnecessary hierarchies among researchers.
- Scheme Name
- Prime Minister Research Chair (PMRC)
- Extended Deadline
- August 15, 2026
- Operational Pillar
- Lead Institutions, Host Institutions, PMRC Fellows
- Engagement Levels
- Young Research Fellows (YRF), Senior Fellows (SF), Research Chairs (RC)
- Official Website
- pmrc.education.gov.in