NBHM PhD Scholarship in Mathematics
Offered by Ministry of Education, Govt of India
- Funding
- Fellowship
- Award
- ₹37,000/month + contingency
- No. of awards
- Merit-based
- Deadline
- 31 Jan 2027
- Study level
- PhD / Research
- Destination
- Study in India
Overview
The National Board for Higher Mathematics funds doctoral research in mathematics at leading Indian institutes.
The National Board for Higher Mathematics (NBHM) funds doctoral research in mathematics at leading Indian institutes, providing a monthly fellowship and contingency support to students who clear its screening test and interview.
Eligibility
- M.Sc. / M.A. in Mathematics or a closely related field.
- Cleared the NBHM PhD screening test and interview.
- Admitted to, or pursuing, a mathematics PhD at a recognised institute.
Benefits
- Monthly fellowship of about ₹37,000 rising to ₹42,000.
- An annual contingency grant for research.
- Supports mathematics research at India's top institutes.
How to apply
- Appear for the NBHM PhD scholarship screening test.
- Clear the subsequent interview.
- Secure PhD admission at a recognised institute.
- Activate the fellowship through your institute and NBHM.
Documents required
- M.Sc./M.A. Mathematics transcripts
- NBHM test/interview result
- PhD admission proof
- Aadhaar and bank details
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