Screening and selection committees look for talented individuals whose projects are important to India and the US and who have the ability to be good "cultural ambassadors". The ideal exchange fellow is one who both contributes important work in his/her field and encourages Indo-US networking during and after the fellowshi

The Commission selects scholars through a rigorous review process. Typical grants include a maintenance allowance, roundtrip airfare and a contribution towards tuition fees where applicable. Fulbright scholars receive a high level of support ranging from visa processing and an accident and sickness coverage to a comprehensive pre-departure orientation session. Student grantees also receive additional US-based support from the Institute of International Education and scholars from the Council for the International Exchange of Scholars.

 

Expert committees will review all eligible applications. Applicants recommended by the committees will be required to appear for an interview with the USIEF National Selection Committee in New Delhi.

 

Selection panels will generally use the following criteria to evaluate applications:

  Leadership potential and commitment to community or national service

Relevant work experience

Academic excellence

Flexibility and suitability

Proficiency in written and spoken English

Commitment to return to India after completion of the program

Decisions taken by the committees in connection with the selection process will be final and requests for reconsideration will NOT be entertained.

 

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Financial & Grants Management

Budget Preparation	Steps to be taken while Applying for Grants
Bank Reconciliation	Letter of Intent
AdvancesÂ	Capacity Building
Cost Effective Analysis	Concept Note
How to choosea Bank	Bank Accounts
Cash and Fund flowÂ	Asset RegisterÂ
Financial Statements	Cash and Acrual based AccountingÂ