LOTUS Programme

Support for graduate students and postdoctoral researchers from India to participate in research exchanges in Japan.

The LOTUS Programme invites and supports talented young researchers from India to participate in research exchanges in Japan. The programme aims to strengthen Japan-India joint research efforts by fostering collaborations and building networks between research institutions in Japan and India. The research projects and exchanges will be jointly supervised by faculty members from both countries. This opportunity is open to young researchers joining ongoing or upcoming joint research projects between Japanese and Indian academic institutions. In addition, the programme will provide career development support for those who are interested in pursuing a research career in Japan.

Eligibility Requirement

Individuals must be enrolled in a graduate programme (master’s or doctoral degree) or be a postdoctoral researcher at an Indian university.

Exchange Period

Up to one year maximum

Eligible Fields

(i)AI & Information Technology
(ii)Biotechnology
(iii)Energy
(iv)Materials Science
(v)Quantum Science
(vi)Semiconductors
(vii)Telecommunications, etc.

Application

Applications must be submitted by the Japanese counterpart of the joint research project.

Application Period

Approximately once per year