If you applied for the Science Academies’ Summer Research Fellowship Program (SRFP) 2026, I know exactly what you’re doing right now—refreshing the website every day! After the long process of writing that 250-word project plan and getting your teacher’s recommendation, the wait for the SRFP 2026 Selection List can be quite stressful. In this post, I’ll tell you exactly when the results are expected and the best way to check if you made it.
When will the SRFP 2026 Selection List come out?
According to the official schedule from the Indian Academy of Sciences (IASc), the results don’t come all at once. They usually start releasing the names in slots.
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Expected Date: The selection list will start appearing in the first week of April 2026.
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Rolling Basis: Don’t panic if your friend gets an email and you don’t. The list is updated every few days throughout April as more guides give their “concurrence” (basically their “Yes”) to mentor a student.
| Notification Type | Expected Timeline |
| First Selection Slot | Early April 2026 |
| Final Selection Slots | Late April to May 2026 |
| Selection Letters Sent | Within 25 days of result announcement |
How to Check Your SRFP Result Online
You don’t need to check your email 100 times a day. The most reliable way is the official portal.
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Go to the official IASc website: Visit webjapps.ias.ac.in.
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Find the ‘List of Selected Candidates’: Look for the 2026 results link on the homepage.
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Search by Subject: The results are usually divided by subjects (Life Sciences, Chemical Sciences, Engineering, etc.).
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Registration Number: Keep your registration number handy. You can search the list using Ctrl+F to find your name or number quickly.
What happens after you are selected?
Congratulations! But your work isn’t done yet.
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Concurrence Letter: You will receive an offer letter. You must get in touch with your assigned Guide (Professor) immediately to discuss your joining dates.
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Duration: You have to work for a minimum of 8 weeks (56 days).
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Stipend: Most selected students get a monthly stipend (around ₹12,000–₹15,000 depending on the academy) plus your train fare.
Why is my name not on the list? (Common Problems)
If you don’t see your name in the first week of April, here are a few things to keep in mind:
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The Recommendation Letter: Check if your teacher actually uploaded the letter before the Feb 13 deadline. If they missed it, your application might not have been considered.
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Guide Availability: Sometimes your profile is great, but the guides you chose are already full.
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Second Slot: Many students get selected in the 2nd or 3rd list in late April because someone else rejected their offer. So, keep checking!
FAQs for SRFP 2026
Q: Can I change my guide after selection?
Generally, no. The academies are very strict about this. You must work with the guide assigned to you.
Q: Is there any waiting list?
They don’t publish a “waiting list” officially, but they keep updating the main selection list as vacancies arise.
Q: What if I have exams during the fellowship?
You can talk to your guide and adjust the 8-week period. Usually, May to July is the preferred window, but it’s flexible if your guide agrees.