SCAR Fellowship Programme 2026
The Scientific Committee on Antarctic Research (SCAR) is currently accepting applications for its Fellowship Programme 2026. This prestigious programme is designed to encourage early-career researchers to actively contribute to Antarctic research and foster international collaboration.
📖 About SCAR Fellowship Programme
The SCAR Fellowship Programme aims to involve early-career researchers in advancing our understanding of Antarctica. It provides opportunities for researchers to join project teams in other countries, fostering long-term partnerships that span multiple Antarctic research seasons.
Key Details:
- Sponsor Organisation: Scientific Committee on Antarctic Research (SCAR)
🎁 Benefits of SCAR Fellowship Programme
Successful applicants will receive the following benefits:
- 4-5 awards for 2026
- Up to USD $15,000 per award
- Home institute to bear in-home country costs (e.g., visa costs, domestic travel)
- Host institute to waive bench fees, if applicable
✅ Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the SCAR Fellowship Programme, applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Be PhD students or within five years of completing a PhD.
- Conduct research at major international laboratories, field facilities, or institutes in SCAR member countries.
- The research must be carried out in a SCAR member country different from the applicant’s origin and current residence.
📅 Application Date and Process
- Application Deadline: 04 September, 2026
- To apply, visit the official application website.
🔗 Opportunity Application
For more details about the SCAR Fellowship Programme, visit the official SCAR Fellowship page.
To apply, access the official application form on the SCAR website.
This opportunity is ideal for early-career researchers looking to expand their scientific horizons and build lasting international collaborations in Antarctic research.
- 4-5 awards for 2026
- Up to USD $15,000 per award;
- Home institute to bear in-home country costs (e.g. visa costs, domestic travel);
- Host institute to waive bench fees, if any.




