Applications are invited to apply for the KAUST Global Fellowship 2026 in Saudi Arabia. All International applicants can apply for this Global fellowship in Saudi Arabia. The KAUST Fellowship Program lasts three years and permits fellows to do completely independent study on global transformation that benefits humanity. There is no application cost, and individuals from any country are eligible.
The KAUST Fellowship 2026 is a fully financed fellowship program for postdoctoral candidates from all around the world. The fellowship seeks to attract and assist exceptional early-career researchers, young leaders, and scientists worldwide. Fellows will receive $40,000 in research support, a $75,000 annual salary, medical insurance, housing, schooling for two children, a relocation allowance, and an annual travel allowance.
KAUST Global Fellowship 2026 Details:
| University: | King Abdullah University of Science & Technology |
| Duration: | 3 Years |
| Fellowship coverage: | Fully Funded |
| Eligible nationality: | All Nationalities |
| Award country: | Saudi Arabia |
| Last Date: | 1 January 2026 |
Financial Benefits:
- Up to $40,000 in research funding
- $75,000 annual living stipend
- Medical insurance
- Accommodation
- Schooling for up to 2 children
- Relocation allowance
- Annual travel allowance.
Research Areas:
- Biological and Environmental Science and Engineering (BESE)
- Computer, Electrical, and Mathematical Science and Engineering (CEMSE)
- Physical Science and Engineering (PSE)
Documents Required:
- Two Research Papers
- Research Plan
- Letter of Support from a KAUST Professor
- Two Letters of Recommendation.
- CV or Resume
Eligibility Criteria:
To be considered for the KAUST Global Fellowship 2026 in Saudi Arabia, international students must meet the following eligibility criteria:
- Individuals of various nationalities are encouraged to apply.
- There are no age restrictions.
- Your Ph.D. must have been completed within four years of the application deadline.
- You must complete your Ph.D. before the fellowship begins.
- You should be willing to relocate to KAUST for the three-year research project.
- Find a KAUST faculty member who agrees to host your research.
- Your research must concentrate on one or more of the following topics:
- health and wellness,
- the sustainable environment and essential needs,
- energy and industrial leadership,
- economies of the future.
- Your research plan should span three years.
- You must adhere to the budget rules outlined in the application.
- You must complete the form provided.
Application Deadline:
The last date to apply for the KAUST Fully Funded Fellowship 2026 in Saudi Arabia for international students is 1st January 2026.
How to Apply for the KAUST Global Fellowship?
- The application form must be completed using the provided template and written in English.
- Make sure your application is comprehensive and includes all essential documentation by the deadline.
- To use the system and provide the required documentation, both you and the referees writing your recommendations must first register an account on the PlutoEdu website.
