NVIDIA is funding the next generation of researchers advancing accelerated computing, AI, and machine learning through its annual Graduate Fellowship Programme. Selected PhD students receive up to $60,000 — paid directly to their university — along with a mandatory summer internship at one of NVIDIA’s research offices, giving fellows hands-on access to the world’s leading GPU research environment.
This is one of the most prestigious industry-backed PhD fellowships in computing, with no application fee and global eligibility for students enrolled in qualifying programmes.
Quick Facts
- Opportunity Type: PhD Research Fellowship
- Host Organization: NVIDIA Research
- Location: International
- Mode: Research funding with a mandatory in-person summer internship
- Duration: 9-month
- Research Areas: Artificial intelligence, generative AI, language models, robotics, autonomous vehicles, computer vision, computer architecture, healthcare computing, networking, security, and related fields
- Nationality: Open to international PhD students, including Indian applicants
- Age Requirement: No specific age limit stated
- Minimum Degree Required: Must be enrolled in a PhD program and have completed the first year of PhD-level study before applying
- Academic Requirement: Full-time, active PhD enrollment throughout the 2027–2028 academic year; applicants should not expect to graduate before the end of that academic year
- Work Experience: No separate professional work-experience requirement stated; active doctoral research and a strong research record are important
- Financial Support: Up to US$60,000 per award, based on eligible stipend, tuition, and mandatory fees
- Additional Benefits: Collaboration with NVIDIA researchers, access to NVIDIA technology, and an opportunity to present research at GTC San Jose
- Internship Requirement: Mandatory in-person summer internship at an eligible NVIDIA research office before the fellowship year
- Nomination required: Yes, a professor/advisor nomination and support are required.
- Application Fee: None
- Applications Open: September 30, 2026
- Application Deadline: October 30, 2026; recommendation letters must also be received by the deadline
- Results Announcement: January 15, 2027
What Is This Opportunity?
The NVIDIA Graduate Fellowship supports PhD researchers conducting original work in areas relevant to GPU computing, AI, machine learning, computer architecture, and related disciplines. Each year NVIDIA selects a cohort of outstanding doctoral students and provides up to $60,000 in fellowship funding, paid to the student’s home university. Fellows also complete a mandatory summer internship at an NVIDIA research office before the award year, gaining direct collaboration experience with NVIDIA’s engineering and research teams.
The fellowship is not tied to any specific institution — students enrolled in PhD programmes worldwide are eligible, provided they meet the academic requirements and are pursuing research aligned with NVIDIA’s areas of interest.
Who Can Apply?
Eligible applicants must be enrolled full-time in a PhD programme and have completed at least their first year of doctoral study by the time of application. Research focus should be in computer science, computer engineering, system architecture, electrical engineering, or a closely related field. A summer internship at an NVIDIA research office is mandatory for all fellowship recipients and must be completed before the award year begins. There are no nationality restrictions — PhD students worldwide may apply.
What Do You Get?
Fellows receive up to $60,000 in funding, paid directly to their university on their behalf — covering research costs, tuition supplements, or other academic expenses as determined by the institution. Fellows also gain access to NVIDIA research teams through the required summer internship, building professional networks at the cutting edge of AI and GPU computing.
What Will You Do?
As an NVIDIA Fellow, you will continue advancing your doctoral research in accelerated computing, AI, or a related area with enhanced financial support channelled through your university. Before the award year, you will complete a summer internship at an NVIDIA research office, collaborating with engineers and scientists at the frontier of GPU-accelerated AI systems.
Fields / Areas
Computer Science, Computer Engineering, System Architecture, Electrical Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, GPU Computing, Accelerated Computing, and related technical disciplines.
How to Apply
- Visit the official fellowship page: research.nvidia.com/graduate-fellowships
- Prepare a 2-page research proposal (plus bibliography).
- Gather your CV and arrange 2–3 recommendation letters — at least one must be from your thesis advisor.
- Complete and submit the online application form by October 30, 2026.
Important Deadline
October 30, 2026. Allow enough time to prepare your research proposal and collect recommendation letters, especially your thesis advisor’s letter, which is required.
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