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Rotary Peace Fellowships

Q: What expenses does the Rotary Peace Fellowship cover?

The fellowship is fully funded and covers tuition and fees, room and board, round-trip transportation, and all internship and field-study expenses.

Q: Do I need to be a member of Rotary to apply for the Peace Fellowship?

No, applicants do not need to be Rotarians. The fellowships are for qualified candidates committed to peace and development. Rotary clubs help identify and endorse candidates, but applicants themselves do not need to be Rotary members.

Q: What is the application timeline for the 2026-27 Rotary Peace Fellowship?

The application for the 2026-27 academic year will be available online in February 2026. The deadline for candidates to submit their applications is typically May 15, 2026. Rotary districts must submit endorsed applications to The Rotary Foundation by July 1, 2026, and selected candidates are notified in November 2026.

The Rotary Foundation · All India

Annual Award₹62.3 Lakh+

Deadline31 Oct

Scheme Name	Rotary Peace Fellowships
Provided By	The Rotary Foundation
Eligibility Summary	Class 11-12, Graduation, Engineering (< ₹8L Income)

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About the Program

Comprehensive guide for Rotary Peace Fellowships. Get eligibility details, stipend amounts, and registration instructions here.

Benefits & Financial Support

₹62.3 Lakh+

The Rotary Peace Fellowship is fully funded, covering tuition and fees, room and board, round-trip transportation, and all internship and field-study expenses for the duration of the program (15-24 months for Master's, 3 months for Professional Development Certificate). The exact monetary value varies based on the assigned university and program. There is no Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) to Aadhaar-seeded accounts as this is an international scholarship.

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Academic Degree:A bachelor's degree or equivalent, with strong academic achievement (minimum cumulative undergraduate GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale or equivalent, roughly 75%).
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Work Experience:A minimum of three years of combined paid or unpaid full-time relevant work experience in peace and development.
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Time Gap:Candidates must have at least three years between the completion of their most recent academic degree program (undergraduate or graduate) and their intended fellowship start date. Candidates currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program are not eligible.
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Commitment:Demonstrated strong commitment to international understanding and peace through professional, academic, personal, and community service activities.
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Leadership Skills:Excellent demonstrated leadership skills.
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Language Proficiency:Proficiency in English is required (TOEFL or IELTS scores for non-native English speakers). Proficiency in a second language is strongly recommended.
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Nationality/Residency:Fellows can only be assigned to a Peace Center outside their home country or country of permanent residence. US citizens may not apply to the Duke-UNC Rotary Peace Center in the United States.
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Ineligibility:Active Rotarians, honorary Rotary members, employees of a Rotary club or district, Rotary International, or other Rotary entity, and their spouses, lineal descendants (children or grandchildren), spouses of lineal descendants, or ancestors are not eligible. Former Rotarians and their relatives (within 36 months of resignation) are also ineligible.
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Previous Fellowships:Recipients of Rotary Global Grant Scholarships or Rotary Peace Fellowships in the professional development certificate program must wait three years after completion to apply for the master's degree program.

Eligibility Criteria & Income Limit

Education Level	Masters
Course / Stream	Masters
Income Limit	No income bar
Category / Caste	General, OBC, SC, ST
Domicile State	All India

Mandatory Documents Checklist

✓Resume or Curriculum Vitae (CV) (must include months and years for every job, internship, or volunteer experience)
✓Two academic and/or professional recommendations (recommenders must complete their section online)
✓Personal statement video
✓Essays
✓Academic transcripts from all postsecondary colleges/universities attended (for Master's degree applicants only, unofficial copies initially accepted, official required by university upon selection, must be in English or professionally translated)
✓English language proficiency test scores (TOEFL or IELTS, for Master's degree applicants who are non-native English speakers, waivers may be available from universities)
✓GRE exam scores (strongly recommended for Duke-UNC applicants, and required for University of North Carolina applicants)
✓Social impact plan (for Professional Development Certificate applicants only, not for Master's)

Selection Process

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Candidates are selected based on a strong commitment to international understanding and peace, demonstrated through professional and academic achievements, and personal or community service
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Key criteria include excellent leadership skills, proficiency in English (a second language is strongly recommended), and relevant full-time work experience (minimum three years for master's degree applicants, five years for professional development certificate applicants)
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Master's applicants must also hold a bachelor's degree with strong academic achievement (e.g., equivalent to a cumulative undergraduate GPA of at least 3.0)
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The application process involves submitting an online application with a resume, academic and/or professional recommendations, personal statement video and essays, transcripts (for master's), and English language proficiency test scores (for master's)
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Applicants must also engage with a Rotary district, which will conduct an interview and provide an endorsement
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The Rotary Peace Centers Committee and university representatives review qualified applications, and finalists are selected and notified in November.

Renewal Policy

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The Rotary Peace Fellowship is for the duration of the chosen program (15-24 months for Master's, 3 months for Professional Development Certificate) and is not subject to annual renewal in the traditional sense
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However, specific conditions apply for reapplying or pursuing other Rotary scholarships: candidates must have at least three years between the completion of their most recent academic degree program (undergraduate or graduate) and their intended start date for the fellowship
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Recipients of a Rotary Ambassadorial Scholarship or a professional development certificate fellowship must wait three years after completion to apply for the master's degree program
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Rotary Peace Fellows who have completed the master's degree program must wait five years to apply for the certificate program
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Certificate fellows are not eligible for another certificate fellowship.

How to Apply Online

Applications are submitted online via the official portal. Complete eKYC, upload scanned documents, and submit before the closing date.

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Explore and Prepare
Review the program details, eligibility restrictions, and thoroughly research the curriculum and programs offered at each of the Rotary Peace Centers on the official Rotary website.
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Engage with Rotary (Strongly Recommended)
While not mandatory, it is highly recommended to connect with your local Rotary club or district. They can provide mentorship and advice throughout the application process, and a club or district recommendation is strongly encouraged as part of your application. You can use the Club Finder on the Rotary website to locate a club near you.
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Complete the Online Application
The application for the 2026-27 academic year will be available online in February 2026. You must submit your completed online application, along with all supplementary materials, by the deadline of May 15, 2026.
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Gather Required Documents
Prepare the following documents, all in English: * Resume or curriculum vitae (CV). * Academic and/or professional recommendations (one academic and one professional for Master's, two professional for Certificate). * Personal statement video and essays. * Transcripts from postsecondary colleges and universities attended (required for Master's program applicants only). * English language proficiency test scores (e.g., IELTS or TOEFL, required for Master's program applicants whose first language is not English). * Social impact plan (required for Certificate program applicants only).
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District Endorsement
After submitting your application, your Rotary district will review it and typically conduct an interview. The district must submit its endorsement decision to The Rotary Foundation by July 1, 2026.
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Await Selection Results
You will receive notification of the selection results via email in November 2026.
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Apply to University (If Selected)
If you are chosen for a fellowship, you will be notified of the specific Rotary Peace Center where you will study. You then need to apply for admission to that university. Being selected for the fellowship does not guarantee university admission.

Common Questions (FAQs)

What expenses does the Rotary Peace Fellowship cover?

The fellowship is fully funded and covers tuition and fees, room and board, round-trip transportation, and all internship and field-study expenses.

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