Applications are now open for the 2026/27 FIAS Fellowship Program in France . This is a fully-funded fellowship for people from all countries and nationalities. The fellowship duration is 10 months . FIAS stands for French Institutes for Advanced Studies. The Institute brings together seven French research institutions. The purpose of the FIAS Fellowship is to invite researchers and scientists to develop their innovative research projects in France. For 2026, up to 28 fellowships will be offered . This fully-funded fellowship covers relocation, accommodation, round-trip airfare, stipend, allowances, and other facilities. Below are more details about the FIAS Fellowship requirements, financial benefits, and the application process.
Details about the FIAS Fellowship Program 2026/27
- Host country : France
- Location : Seven French Institutes
- Duration : 10 months
- Benefits : Fully Funded
- Deadline: July 16, 2025
Financial benefits
The program covers:
- Travel costs to/from France
- stay
- Net living allowance: 2,200 euros per month
- Employment contracts or paid leave
- Adequate social security coverage
- Individual research and training budget: 2,500 EUR/year
- Individual offices, library access, information technology, and group spaces
- Skills training opportunities
Research areas
FIAS welcomes candidates to conduct research in the Social Sciences and Humanities (SSH), as well as in all other research areas that interact with the Social Sciences and Humanities.
Names of 7 French institutes
Available positions for the academic year 2026-2027
- Aix-Marseille : 7
- Sergey : 3
- Loire Valley (Orléans Tours) : 2
- Leon : 3
- Montpellier : 2
- Nantes : 4
- Paris : 7
Eligibility criteria
- FIAS welcomes candidates from all countries.
- FIAS awards fellowships to outstanding researchers at all career levels, from postdoctoral to senior scientist.
- Minimum requirements: PhD plus two years of post-doctoral research experience (training time does not count toward the PhD).
- Mobility rule: Applicants must not have resided or worked primarily in France for more than 12 months during the three years preceding the application deadline.
- Please read the FIAS Fellowship FAQs .
Required documents
- The online application form is available here.
- Detailed CV is provided to you here
- A copy of the doctoral certificate
- Detailed research proposal
- Select three to five major publications.
- Optional: Up to two letters of recommendation, which we provide here.
How to apply for the FIAS Fellowship Program 2026/27 in France?
Candidates should apply online through the FIAS website. The official website link is below.