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United States–India Educational Foundation (USIEF)
Fulbright-Nehru Master's Fellowship for Indian Students
Fulbright-Nehru Master's Fellowship funds master's in the USA. Here's who can apply, what it covers and how Indian students build a strong application.
- Master's in the USA
- J-1 visa support
- Applications usually close in May for study starting the following year
- Application review
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Who can apply for the Fulbright-Nehru Master's Fellowship?
Indian professionals with a four-year degree (or equivalent) and at least three years of relevant work experience. It covers J-1 visa support, round-trip travel, tuition and living costs, health insurance. Applications usually close in May for study starting the following year.
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Official sources: Fulbright-Nehru Master's Fellowship — official page
Fulbright-Nehru Master's Fellowship at a glance
- Provider
- United States–India Educational Foundation (USIEF)
- Level
- Master's in the USA
- Covers
- J-1 visa support, round-trip travel, tuition and living costs, health insurance
- Eligibility
- Indian professionals with a four-year degree (or equivalent) and at least three years of relevant work experience
- Timeline
- Applications usually close in May for study starting the following year
How to apply
Application steps
- 01
Check eligibility
Indian professionals with a four-year degree (or equivalent) and at least three years of relevant work experience
- 02
Secure or apply for admission
Most scholarships in the USA need an admission or application in progress.
- 03
Prepare essays and references
Clear community or leadership impact matters; this is a J-1 program with a home-residency requirement.
- 04
Submit before the deadline
Applications usually close in May for study starting the following year
Tips
Making your application stronger
Be specific
Show concrete achievements with numbers.
Link to impact
Explain how the study benefits your career and community in India.
Have a funding plan B
Line up an education loan in parallel in case the award is partial.
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J-1 visa support, round-trip travel, tuition and living costs, health insurance
Applications usually close in May for study starting the following year. Check the official page for this year's dates.
Indian professionals with a four-year degree (or equivalent) and at least three years of relevant work experience
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