ICGEB Arturo Falaschi PhD Fellowships 2026

The ICGEB Arturo Falaschi PhD Fellowships 2026 is a fully funded PhD fellowship program in the life sciences offered by the International Centre for Genetic Engineering & Biotechnology (ICGEB). This fellowship supports students from ICGEB Member States to pursue doctoral studies at partner universities in Italy (Trieste), India (New Delhi), and South Africa (Cape Town).

📚 About the Fellowship

• Sponsor Organization: International Centre for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology (ICGEB)

🎁 Benefits of the Fellowship

• Monthly stipend:
  • Trieste, Italy: €1,500
  • New Delhi, India: US$1,122
  • Cape Town, South Africa: ZAR 15,000
• Travel expenses: Covered for arrival and return.
• Medical insurance: Provided for the fellowship duration.
• Tuition fees: Fully covered.
• Visa/permit costs: Reimbursed.
• Support for conferences/courses (usually provided by Group Leader/PI).
• No financial support for family members.

✅ Eligibility Criteria

1. Nationality: Applicants must be nationals of an ICGEB Member State.
2. Degree Requirements:
   • Trieste: BSc (Honours)
   • Cape Town & New Delhi: MSc
3. English Proficiency: Must demonstrate good English proficiency (TOEFL, Cambridge, or equivalent).
4. Age Limit:
   • Trieste: Below 32 years at the time of application.
   • New Delhi & Cape Town: No age limit.

📝 Application Process

1. Contact an ICGEB Group Leader/PI with a motivation letter to secure lab space and define a research project.
2. Obtain a written statement of support from the Group Leader.
3. Prepare and submit the following documents in PDF format:
   • Full CV
   • Academic records (certificates, transcripts with grades, official seals, and English translations)
   • Written statement from Group Leader
   • Valid ID (passport/ID card, recommended 12+ months validity)
   • English proficiency certificate (mandatory for Trieste).

📅 Application Deadline

31 March, 2026

🌐 Application Portal

• View details of the fellowship on the ICGEB Arturo Falaschi PhD Fellowships page.
• Apply directly via the ICGEB application portal.

This fellowship offers an incredible opportunity for aspiring researchers in the life sciences to advance their careers with full financial support. Don't miss the chance to apply!

• Monthly stipend:
  • Trieste, Italy: €1,500
  • New Delhi, India: US$1,122
  • Cape Town, South Africa: ZAR 15,000
• Travel expenses: Covered for arrival and return.
• Medical insurance: Provided for the fellowship duration.
• Tuition fees: Fully covered.
• Visa/permit costs: Reimbursed.
• Support for conferences/courses usually provided by Group Leader/PI.
• No financial support for family members