The Fulbright has a respected reputation and over 75-year legacy in India. U.S. grantees participate in the program as private and autonomous U.S. citizens. USIEF is your sponsor during your grant period and, together with the Department of State and IIE, can provide you with a variety of administrative and financial services and support in the case of an emergency.

USIEF is also responsible for approving all Fulbright grants to India, arranging grantees’ affiliation/assignment at an appropriate Indian institution of higher learning, and supervising grantees’ work in India.  Your responsibilities, benefits and requirements as a grantee depend on the kind of grant you have been awarded.  USIEF’s role and responsibilities also vary according to the grant.

Stipends and allowances as stipulated on your Grant Authorization will be paid promptly, according to the schedule of payments that will be shared with you prior to your arrival. All matters concerning payments such as the travel allowance, monthly stipends, and reimbursements, should be addressed to your main contact at USIEF.

The U.S. Program team will handle all your inquiries and will do their utmost to help you take full advantage of your grant. You can request USIEF for access letters to gain admission to National Archives and State Archives as well as research centres and to meet with individuals.

USIEF is an excellent source of information on India and can be a central contact between grantees and local sources. USIEF staff can be a general reference for advice regarding living arrangements, financial or research issues, and in personal dealings no matter how seemingly trivial. Grantees will be treated, always and in equal measure, as individuals and professionals living away from home who are carrying out important work in India. The Commission and supporting institutions and individuals will be 100% on your side should you need it. Be sure to share your experience with the USIEF staff – you too are an excellent resource to the Commission in its work with present and future grantees!