Research Grants & Fellowship Schemes

KIIT Deemed to be University believes that great research deserves great support. Our Grant and Fellowship programmes are designed to empower scholars, faculty members, and young innovators to explore bold ideas, collaborate widely, and turn knowledge into impact.

KIIT Research Grants

Funding the Curiosity of Every Researcher

From doctoral fellowships to international collaborative grants, KIIT provides both internal and external avenues for research funding. The University’s Research & Development Cell (RDC) guides scholars through every step — from proposal writing and submission to project management and reporting.

  • Visvesvaraya Ph.D. Scheme (MeitY-GoI): Prestigious national fellowship offering monthly stipend, contingency, and rent allowance.
  • National Research Fellowships: Faculty and scholars regularly secure DST, DBT, ICMR, ICSSR, AICTE, UGC, and CSIR grants.
  • KIIT Seed Research Grant: Internal funding that helps new ideas take flight, often leading to major external projects.
  • Institutional Fellowships: Full-time PhD scholars receive a monthly fellowship of ₹ 20,000, plus contingency and travel support.
  • Travel & Presentation Grants: Researchers presenting papers at conferences in India or abroad receive financial assistance.

How We Support Our Researchers

KIIT’s grant ecosystem connects curiosity with opportunity. Each project is managed under transparent norms of ethical research, financial accountability, and innovation readiness. Overheads, consumables, and contingency funds are handled as per the latest KIIT Research Guidelines.

  • Dedicated R&D Support: RDC assists in drafting proposals, identifying funders, and completing compliance requirements.
  • Multiple Funding Channels: Grants flow from Government of India agencies, industries, and international partnerships (UKERI, Erasmus+, Indo-Japan, etc.).
  • Flexible Research Categories: Support available for applied, basic, and translational research across all 10 Schools.
  • Recognition & Incentives: Successful investigators and patent holders are recognized annually during the Research Awards Ceremony.

Ready to Begin Your Research Journey?

Whether you’re a first-time applicant or an experienced investigator, our R&D team is here to guide you.

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