The International Solar Alliance (ISA) has officially announced the opening of applications for its prestigious Solar Fellowship Scheme for the 2026-2028 academic cycle. This initiative targets mid-career professionals from ISA member nations seeking advanced training in renewable energy technologies.
Since its inception in 2019, the program has successfully graduated five cohorts, with two additional batches currently undergoing specialized training at the Indian Institute of Technology Delhi. The fellowship is specifically designed for government policymakers, administrators, and development leaders who demonstrate exceptional commitment to public service and sustainable development in their home countries.
For the eighth cohort, ISA will sponsor 20 selected candidates for a comprehensive two-year Master of Technology program in Renewable Energy Technologies and Management. The curriculum, designated as Programme Code: ESR, is scheduled to commence on July 23, 2026, at IIT Delhi’s Department of Energy Science and Engineering.
Prospective applicants must submit their applications through the PG International Admission Portal (https://ecampus.iitd.ac.in/IPGADM/login) before the March 30, 2026 deadline (4:00 PM IST). The selection process will prioritize ISA member countries, with an International Fellowship Committee conducting the final candidate selection based on established eligibility criteria set by IIT Delhi.
Professor Snehasish Panigrahi, the M.Tech Coordinator for the ESR program, will provide application assistance to interested candidates throughout the submission process.