Fully Funded Google PhD fellowship program 2026

Eligibility Criteria

• Application Deadline April 30, 2026
• Study Level PhD
• Sponsor Google
• Eligible Country All Countries

Offered Benefits

Africa

• Up to 3 year Fellowship
• US $15K to cover stipend and other research related activities, travel expenses including overseas travel

Australia and New Zealand

• 1 year Fellowship
• AUD $20K to cover stipend and other research related activities, travel expenses including overseas travel

Canada and the United States

• Up to 2 year Fellowship
• US $85K per year towards education costs (tuition and fees), living expenses, travel, and personal equipment (effective from 2025 for new recipients)

East Asia

• 1 year Fellowship
• US $10K to cover stipend and other research related activities, travel expenses including overseas travel

Europe and the Middle East

• Up to 2 year Fellowship
• Yearly bursary towards stipend / salary, health care, social benefits, tuition and fees, conference travel and personal computing equipment. The bursary varies by country.

India

Early-stage PhD students

• Up to 4 year Fellowship
• US $50K to cover stipend and other research related activities, travel expenses including overseas travel

Late-stage PhD students

• 1 year Fellowship
• US $10K to recognize research contributions, cover stipend and other research related activities, travel expenses including overseas travel

Latin America

• Up to 2 year Fellowship
• US $15K per year to cover stipend and other research related activities, travel expenses including overseas travel

Southeast Asia

• Up to 3 year Fellowship
• US $10K per year for up to 3 years (or up to graduation, whichever is earlier) to cover stipend and other research related activities, travel expenses including overseas travel

Application Process

Required Documents:

All application materials should be submitted in English.

The required materials vary depending on your region.

Universities will need to submit the following materials in a single, flat (not portfolio) PDF file.

Required Materials for All Nominated Students:

• Student CV with links to website and publications (if available)
• Research/dissertation proposal (maximum 3 pages, excluding references)

Region-Specific Requirements for Nominated Students:

• Africa, Europe, and the Middle East:
  • Cover sheet signed by the Department Chair confirming the student passes eligibility requirements. (See FAQ "What are the eligibility requirements for students?")
  • Short (1-page) CV of the student's primary PhD advisor
  • 2-3 letters of recommendation from those familiar with the nominee's work (at least one from the thesis advisor for current PhD students)
  • Transcripts of current and previous academic records
• Australia and New Zealand:
  • Transcripts of current and previous academic records
  • 1-2 letters of recommendation from those familiar with the nominee's work (at least one from the thesis advisor)
• Canada, East Asia, and the United States:
  • Cover sheet signed by the Department Chair confirming the student passes eligibility requirements. (See FAQ "What are the eligibility requirements for students?")
  • Short (1-page) CV of the student's primary advisor
  • 2-3 letters of recommendation from those familiar with the nominee's work (at least one from the thesis advisor)
  • Student essay response (350-word limit) to: "Describe the desired impact your research will make on the field and society, and why this is important to you. Include any personal, educational and/or professional experiences that have motivated your research interests."
  • Student essay response (350-word limit) to: "Describe an example of your leadership experience in which you have positively influenced others, helped resolve disputes, or contributed to group efforts over time. (A leadership role can mean more than just a title...)"
  • Transcripts of current and previous academic records
• India & Southeast Asia
  • Short (one-page) resume/CV of the student applicant's primary PhD program advisor
  • Available transcripts (mark sheets) starting from the first year/semester of Bachelor's degree to date
  • 2-3 letters of recommendation from those familiar with the applicant's work (at least one from the thesis advisor for current PhD students)
• Latin America
  • Cover sheet signed by an official representative of the university (e.g. advisor, department chair, etc.) confirming the student passes eligibility requirements. (See FAQ "What are the eligibility requirements for students?")
  • Short (one-page) resume/CV of the student applicant's primary PhD program advisor
  • Transcripts (mark sheets) starting from the first year/semester of Bachelor's degree to date
  • Research proposal (maximum 3 pages, excluding references)
  • 2-3 letters of recommendation from those familiar with the applicant's work (at least one from the thesis advisor for current PhD students)
  • Student essay response (350-word limit) to: "Describe the desired impact your research will make on the field and society, and why this is important to you. Include any personal, educational and/or professional experiences that have motivated your research interests."
  • Student essay response (350-word limit) to: "What are your long-term goals for your pathway in computing research, and how would receiving the Google PhD Fellowship help you progress toward those goals in the short-term?"

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Kindly go to  Google on googlefellowships.submittable.com to apply

To apply for the Google PhD Fellowship Program, please follow these steps:

1. University Nomination: All students must be nominated by an eligible university during the application period; direct applications from students are not accepted.
2. Review the eligibility and application requirements: Please carefully review the eligibility criteria and application requirements specific to your region (see FAQs above).
3. Submit application: Please contact your department or graduate school for information about your university's internal nomination process. If nominated, your university will submit your application on your behalf. The application submission portal will be available on the program page when the application period begins.

For more details, visit  Google Scholarship webpage