Government SchemeVerified for 2026
Fulbright-Nehru Master's Fellowships Income Limit 2026
Maximum Annual Family Income
₹25,00,000 per annum
Income Verification Rules
Applicants must submit a valid annual income certificate issued by a competent revenue officer (such as a Tahsildar, Revenue Inspector, or Sub-Divisional Magistrate).
- The certificate must be in the name of the parent/legal guardian.
- Income certificates issued by private employers or self-declarations on plain paper are not accepted.
FAQs for Fulbright-Nehru Master's Fellowships
Q.Is work experience mandatory for this fellowship?
Yes, applicants must have at least 3 years of full-time, paid professional work experience relevant to their field of study by the application deadline.
Q.What is the degree requirement?
You must hold a completed bachelor's degree from a recognized Indian university with at least 55% marks (minimum 4-year degree, or a completed master's if the bachelor's was 3 years).
Q.Does it fund dependents?
No, the fellowship only covers expenses for the selected fellow and does not support dependent family members.
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