Erasmus Mundus Scholarship 2026: In an impressive milestone for Indian higher education, 75 Indian students have been awarded the prestigious Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Degree (EMJMD) scholarship for the 2026–2028 academic cycle.
The announcement was formally made by the Delegation of the European Union to India during a pre-departure ceremony held in New Delhi. The scholarship maintains India’s standing among the top three recipient nations globally and reinforces its position as the overall leading beneficiary of the program since 2004.
Key Highlights of the 2026–2028 Cohort
The fully funded two-year grant allows students to pursue joint or multiple master’s degrees across top-ranked higher education institutions in Europe.
| Parameter | Details |
| Recipients | 75 Indian scholars |
| Duration | 2 Years (2026–2028 Academic Cycle) |
| Host Nations | 15 European countries (including France, Germany, Spain, Italy, Belgium, Portugal, and the Netherlands) |
| Scholarship Coverage | Full tuition fees waived, travel costs, health insurance, and monthly stipend up to €1,400 (~₹1.5 Lakh/month) |
| Focus Fields | Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, Renewable Energy, Vaccinology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Social Sciences |
Diverse Academic Footprint Across India
The selected candidates hail from a wide array of premier technical institutes, central universities, and regional academic hubs:
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Technical & Research Leaders: Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras, IIT Bombay, and the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) Bangalore.
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Multidisciplinary Universities: Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), University of Delhi (DU), and University of Mumbai.
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Innovation & Regional Hubs: IIIT Hyderabad, IIIT Delhi, Panjab University, University of Rajasthan, Gauhati University, and University of Calicut.
Launch of the EU-India Student Ambassadors Network
Alongside the Erasmus Mundus Scholarship 2026 announcement, the EU launched the EU-India Student Ambassadors Network. This new peer-led initiative features 40 student ambassadors from 20 universities across 14 Indian states and Union Territories.
The network will serve as a bridge between Indian students and European academic opportunities, spreading awareness about research prospects, joint degrees, and cultural exchanges.
Looking Ahead: Timeline for 2027 Applicants
For students planning to apply for the next academic intake, the Erasmus Mundus application window typically operates on the following schedule:
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Applications Open: October 2026
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Consortium Deadlines: November 2026 – January 2027
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Selection & Results: April – May 2027
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Program Commencement: September 2027
