The Google PhD Fellowship Program welcomes applications for outstanding PhD students worldwide, including India. These fellowships directly support graduate students as they pursue their PhD and recognize outstanding graduate students doing exceptional and innovative research in areas relevant to computer science and related fields.
Job Overview
Google PhD Fellowship students are a select group recognized by Google researchers and their institutions as some of the most promising young academics in the world. The fellowships support promising PhD candidates of all backgrounds who seek to influence the future of technology. Google currently offers fellowships in Africa, Australia, Canada, East Asia, Europe, India, Latin America, the Middle East, New Zealand, Southeast Asia, and the United States.
Important Dates
- Last Date to Apply: April 30, 2026
Eligibility Criteria
Universities must be an accredited research institution that awards research degrees to PhD students in computer science (or an adjacent field). General eligibility requirements specify that students must remain enrolled full-time in the PhD program for the duration of the Fellowship, cannot be Google employees (including their spouses, children, and members of their household), cannot be already supported by a comparable industry award, and past awardees are not eligible.
For regions including India, incoming or early-stage PhD students can be nominated; however, the Fellowship award is contingent on registering for a full-time PhD program in computer science (or an adjacent field) within the academic award year. Grant of the Fellowship does not mean admission to a PhD program; applicants must separately apply and be accepted to an eligible institution.
Selection Process
Applications are evaluated on the strength of the research proposal, research impact, student academic achievements, and leadership potential. Research proposals are evaluated for innovative concepts relevant to Google’s research areas, robustness, and potential impact on the field. Proposals should include work direction, future plans, and a comprehensive description of the research being pursued.
How to Apply
All application materials should be submitted in English. Universities will need to submit required materials in a single, flat PDF file. Required materials for India include the student CV with links to website and publications, a research/dissertation proposal (maximum 3 pages), a short resume/CV of the student applicant’s primary PhD program advisor, available transcripts starting from the first year/semester of Bachelor’s degree, and 2-3 letters of recommendation.
Official Notification & Links
- For more information regarding research areas of focus, visit the Fellowship program page.
Important Instructions
- All award payments and recipients will be reviewed for compliance with relevant US and international laws, regulations and policies.
- Google reserves the right to withhold funding that may violate laws, regulations or policies.
- Grant of the Fellowship will be subject to the rules and guidelines applicable in the institution where the awardee registers for the PhD program.
Conclusion
Outstanding PhD students doing exceptional and innovative research are encouraged to ensure their universities submit the required application materials before the deadline.
