Applications are now open for the 2026 INSAIT Graduate Fellowship in Bulgaria . This fully funded fellowship, based in Sofia, Bulgaria, is open to students from around the world. The INSAIT Graduate Research Fellowship lasts between 8 and 12 weeks . It aims to enable participants to engage in research activities under the supervision of INSAIT faculty members, similar to a practical training program. The program is open to students enrolled in a Master's program or recent graduates. Undergraduate students can also apply for the INSAIT Summer Research Fellowship . Selected candidates will discuss their availability with their mentors. More details are below.
Overview of the 2026 Graduate Fellowship Program at the National Institute of Science and Technology in Bulgaria
- Host country : Bulgaria
- Location : INSAIT Institute, Sofia (Institute of Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence)
- Appointments : To be determined between the student and the advisor
- Duration : 8 to 12 weeks
- Financial advantages : Fully funded
- Deadline: There is no deadline (applications are accepted throughout the year).
Financial advantages
The program includes the following:
- Monthly salary : 2000 euros to cover living expenses.
- Accommodation : Provided and covered by INSAIT.
- travel expenses
- Visa support
- Leaves during the fellowship period
Points to note
- Duration: 8-12 weeks (to be determined by the student and mentor).
- Location: At INSAIT headquarters in Sofia, Bulgaria.
- Remote work is not allowed: personal attendance is mandatory.
Eligibility criteria
- The Graduate Research Fellowship at the National Institute of Industrial and Technological Research in Bulgaria (INSAIT GRF) is open to all citizens.
- Eligibility requirements: Graduate students (enrolled or recently graduated) from a master's program at any accredited university.
- Major specialization: Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics fields (Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, Engineering).
- Encouragement: We strongly encourage applications from underrepresented groups in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.
Program schedule
Applications are accepted year-round. Applicants will be notified of the outcome of their applications within one month of submission. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for a brief online interview.
Upon selection : Candidates will receive an invitation to join the program and will have five days to confirm their participation. Following selection, applicants will connect with their mentors to discuss projects, define their scope and plans, and establish a timeline for the fellowship program. The project duration cannot exceed 12 weeks.
Required documents
- Curriculum Vitae (PDF file)
- Unofficial text (PDF file)
- A motivational message addressed to:
- Why are you interested in a graduate research program?
- General research areas that interest you
- Whether you have previous research experience or not
How to apply for the 2026 National Institute of Research and Technology in Bulgaria (INSAIT GRF) postgraduate fellowship?
Applicants must submit their applications online through the official website. Please submit your applications before the deadline. The link to the official website is below.