RussiaJINR START Winter Program 2027 is a research-focused programme that invites selected students to work on advanced-level projects under the supervision of JINR experts; JINR START is offered as a 6–8 week session in Dubna during 2027.
The programme is organised by the Joint Institute for Nuclear Research (JINR) and selects students whose academic disciplines align with JINR scientific fields; participants prepare a written report on their work which is posted on the Programme website.
JINR START Winter Program Benefits
- Travel arrangements vary by country. Students from Russia and Belarus purchase their own tickets to Dubna. JINR reimburses these costs upon submission of the required supporting documents.
- For students from all other countries, tickets must be booked exclusively through JINR.
- Please retain all travel documents and check the travel and reimbursement requirements with the START team before making any bookings.
- Students receive a daily allowance of 2,000 rubles.
- Visa costs are reimbursed by JINR upon submission of a copy of the visa and the receipt for the visa fee.
- Accommodation is booked and paid for by JINR.
- All documents submitted to the START team for reimbursement must be in English or Russian.
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JINR START Winter Program Eligibility Criteria
- Students from all over the world;
- Specializing in JINR scientific topics.
- Starting from their 4th year of undergraduate studies up to the 1st year of PhD.
- Without previous experience of participation in the START programme (JINR Summer Student Programme).
Areas of the JINR START Program
- Science
- Engineering
- IT
How to Apply for JINR START Winter Program?
- Prior to submitting your application, please ensure that you meet and can provide official documentation for the following primary requirements:
- Your academic discipline aligns with one of the JINR scientific fields and is included in the current topical plan.
- You are enrolled as a 4th- or 5th-year undergraduate student, a Master’s student, or a first-year PhD student under the age of 30.
- Begin your registration by clicking the +Student button on the website. Complete the registration form thoroughly and upload all required documents, including:
- Your graduation certificate
- Academic transcript and proof of undergraduate enrollment
- Your up-to-date CV
- A recommendation letter
- A motivation letter
- Immediately after completing the registration form, please apply for the Session – you do not need to wait for your registration to be approved.
Don’t miss this deadline
Applications close on Friday, 16 October 2026. We’ll email you 7, 3 and 1 days before.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Here are the most frequently asked questions about the JINR START Winter Program. These answers cover eligibility, benefits, deadlines, and how to apply based on the official programme information.
What is the duration of the JINR START Winter Session 2027?
The Programme selects students for a 6–8 week stay in Dubna during the session interval. The official participation interval listed for the Session is 14 February – 26 June, 2027, and selected students are invited to Dubna for 6-8 weeks within that interval.
Who organises the JINR START programme?
The programme is organised by the Joint Institute for Nuclear Research (JINR). Selected students work on advanced-level research projects under the supervision of JINR experts and prepare a written report that is posted on the Programme website.
Who is eligible to apply for the START Session?
Eligibility includes students from all over the world who specialise in JINR scientific topics. Applicants should be from their 4th year of undergraduate studies up to the 1st year of PhD and must not have previous experience of participation in the START programme.
What financial support does JINR provide to participants?
Financial terms include reimbursement or booking of travel arrangements depending on country, a daily allowance of 2,000 rubles, visa cost reimbursement upon submission of visa copy and receipt, and accommodation booked and paid for by JINR. Reimbursement requires submission of supporting documents.
Are travel tickets arranged by participants or JINR?
Travel arrangements vary by country: students from Russia and Belarus purchase their own tickets to Dubna and are reimbursed upon submission of required documents; students from all other countries must have tickets booked exclusively through JINR.
What application materials are required?
Applicants must upload required documents in the registration form, including a graduation certificate, academic transcript and proof of undergraduate enrollment, an up-to-date CV, a recommendation letter, and a motivation letter. All documents for reimbursement must be in English or Russian.
How do I apply for the Session after registration?
After completing the registration form, applicants should immediately apply for the Session; there is no need to wait for registration approval. Choose a research topic from the Session’s project list and click APPLY; project supervisors will review the application.
Is there an age limit for applicants?
Yes. The official requirements state applicants should be enrolled as 4th- or 5th-year undergraduates, Master’s students, or first-year PhD students under the age of 30.
When are the application and selection deadlines?
The official Session page lists the application start as 21 September 2026 and the application deadline as 16 October 2026. The selection deadline is listed as 28 October 2026, with agreement deadline 20 November 2026 and participants list publication on 11 December 2026.
What happens at the end of the participant’s stay?
At the end of their stay, participants prepare a written report on the work they have done; this report is posted on the Programme website. Project supervisors decide on invitations during the application review process.
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