To all aspiring graduate students seeking research fellowships, Google has an amazing opportunity to offer! Applications for the “Google Research Fellowship Program 2026” are now open. Google, through its official “Google Research” portal, has announced applications for its flagship fellowship designed to support outstanding graduate students as they pursue their PhDs. The goal of the fellowship program is to recognize exceptional students who contribute to computer science and related fields through innovative research. The fellowship encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.
Currently, the Google Research Fellowship is available in various regions, including East Asia, Canada, Australia, Africa, Europe, India, Latin America, the Middle East, Southeast Asia, the United States, and New Zealand. Eligibility criteria vary by region, so applicants should review the requirements of their desired region before applying. The fellowship provides comprehensive support, including a monthly stipend, research-related expenses, and travel grants for the duration of the program. The application window is currently open; the deadline for submission is April 30th, 2026. Read more details about the Google fellowship below.
Google Research Fellowship Program 2026: Overview
- Host Organization: Google
- Programme: Fellowship
- Duration: 1-4 Years
- Coverage: Funded
- Application Deadline: April 30th, 2026
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Research Focus Areas
The fellowships are awarded to students who are doing innovative research in the areas of:
- Health Research
- Algorithems & Optimization
- Human Computer Interaction
- Algorithems & Optimization
- Computer Architecture
- Machine Preception
- Quantum Computing
- Software Engineering
- Network, System & Cloud Computing
Fellowship Support
The fellowship support varies by region. Check them below:
New Zealand & Australia
- Students will receive a stipend of AUD $20K to cover travel expenses and research activities
USA & Canada
- Students will receive a stipend of $85K/year to cover their education and research-related costs
East Asia
- US $10K to cover their research and travel expenses
Middle East & Europe
- Students will receive a yearly allowance for up to 2 years to support their health care, social benefits, tuition fees, travel, etc
Latin America
- Receive US $15K per year to cover travel and research activities
South East Asia
- A yearly allowance of $10K per year for up to 3 years to cover their expenses
Eligibility Criteria
Students fulfilling the following criteria are invitied to submit the applications:
- The fellowship is designed for current PhD students
- Students must remain enrolled in the degree for the duration of the fellowship
- Applicants who have previously received the PhD fellowship are not eligible
- Your research interest must be in computer science or adjacent fields such as Machine learning, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, etc
Note: The eligiblity criteria vary by region; therefore, we encourage you to check the requirements for your specific region before applying.
Selection Criteria
The Google Research Fellowship is highly competitive; the selection is based on students:
- Leadership potential
- Academic Achievements
- Research impact
Required Documents
- CV/Resume
- Research Proposal
- Academic Transcripts
- Two Recommendation letters
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How to Apply?
Students from the eligible regions must be nominated by their home institute; students cannot apply directly for the fellowship. For more details, visit the official link below:
APPLY FOR GOOGLE RESEARCH FELLOWSHIP
