What Is Khorana Scholarship Won By A Jamia Student?
Syed Adnan Mian, a third-year undergraduate student in the Department of Biotechnology, has brought laurels to Jamia Millia Islamia (JMI) by being selected for the prestigious Khorana Program for Scholars 2025. As part of this program, he has been placed at Brigham and Women’s Hospital, affiliated with Harvard Medical School in Boston, Massachusetts, where he will contribute to cutting-edge biomedical research.
This highly competitive scholarship, jointly supported by the Department of Biotechnology (DBT) – Government of India, the Indo-U.S. Science & Technology Forum (IUSSTF), and WINStep Forward, provides outstanding Indian students with the opportunity to undertake cutting-edge research at top U.S. institutions.
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This program offers Indian undergraduate and postgraduate students in biotechnology and allied areas the opportunity to undertake research internships at leading U.S. universities for a duration of 10-12 weeks during the summer.
The Khorana scholarship offers selected scholars a round-trip airfare, a stipend, and health insurance to ensure that students can fully engage in their research experience without any financial roadblocks.
The Khorana Program for Scholars is a prestigious initiative established to honor Dr. Har Gobind Khorana, a Nobel laureate renowned for his groundbreaking work in the field of genetics.
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Objectives
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Provide Indian students exposure to world-class research facilities.
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Promote research and capacity building in biotechnology through Indo-U.S. cooperation.
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Encourage postgraduate students to pursue research careers.
How to apply for Khorana Scholarship?
Eligibility Criteria:
- The scholarship is open to Indian citizens currently pursuing:
- Bachelor’s (B.Tech/B.Sc)
- Master’s (M.Tech/M.Sc)
- Integrated degrees in Biotechnology and related fields (e.g., Life Sciences, Agriculture, Medicine, Bioinformatics)
- Must have completed at least 2 years of the degree program
- Minimum GPA/CGPA of 8.0/10 or equivalent
- Strong interest in pursuing research
Application Deadline and Selection Procedure
- Application window typically opens in November and closes in January each year.
- Shortlisting based on academic performance, research interest, and recommendations
- Final selection based on interview (if required)
Application Process
Step 1: Go to the Indo-US Science and Technology Forum (IUSSTF) website – jusstf.org
Step 2: Register and fill application form
Step 3: Upload required documents- Academic transcripts and Statement of Purpose (SOP), Letter of Recommendation (LOR) and CV/Resume
Step 4: Review all details and submit before the deadline
