Space-Z Research Fellowship

Empowering the next generation of aerospace visionaries with resources, mentorship, and funding to solve critical challenges.

Apply for 2026

Program Mission

Accelerating breakthroughs in autonomous systems and drone technology.

The Space-Z Fellowship is a prestigious 6-month intensive research program designed for exceptional engineers, researchers, and students. We provide the ecosystem—funding, state-of-the-art labs, and industry mentorship—needed to turn theoretical concepts into deployment-ready technologies.

₹5L

Grant Funding

Months Duration

1-on-1

Mentorship

100%

Access to Labs

Who Should Apply?

We are looking for builders, dreamers, and technically grounded innovators.

Students & Researchers

Final year undergrads, masters, or PhD scholars in Aerospace, Robotics, AI/ML, or Electronics.

Early Career Engineers

Professionals with 1-3 years of experience looking to pivot into deep-tech R&D.

Startup Founders

Early-stage founders validating a proof-of-concept in the UAV/Drone sector.

Indian Nationals

Must be an Indian citizen willing to relocate to our Bangalore R&D center for the program duration.

Fellowship Package

Monthly Stipend

₹50,000

Accommodation

Covered

Research Grant

Up to ₹5 Lakhs

Comprehensive Support

What We Offer

A launchpad for your career in high-impact aerospace technology.

Monthly stipend of ₹50,000 + Accommodation allowance.
Full access to Space-Z Fabrication Labs (3D Printing, CNC, Composites).
Mentorship from ex-DRDO and ISRO scientists.
Opportunity to pilot live commercial projects.
Cloud credits and compute resources for AI training.
Potential full-time offer or seed investment post-fellowship.

Selection Process

STEP 01

Proposal Submission

Submit a 2-page whitepaper on your proposed research area.

STEP 02

Technical Review

Our panel evaluates feasibility and innovation potential.

STEP 03

Interview

Deep dive into your technical fundamentals and vision.

STEP 04

Selection

Top 10 fellows selected for the cohort.

Ready to Innovate?

Applications for the Summer 2026 Cohort are now open. Don't miss your chance to build the future.