JINR Summer Student Program 2026 in Russia | Fully Funded

JINR Summer Student Program 2026 is now open for international students eager to gain hands-on experience in Russia. This fully funded program welcomes undergraduates, graduates, and PhD students from all over the world to explore research in science, engineering, and IT without the need for IELTS or application fees.

For eight weeks, participants will work closely with experts at the Joint Institute for Nuclear Research (JINR) in Dubna, Russia. The program covers airfare, visa, insurance, lodging, and a stipend, providing a unique opportunity to develop skills, contribute to cutting-edge research, and build connections with a global network of scientists and engineers.

Benefits

JINR Summer Student Program 2025 in Russia is a fully free program for foreign students. Details are given below:

• The student purchases the tickets from their home or university city to Dubna and return, and JINR reimburses them after all necessary paperwork is submitted.
• After all necessary paperwork is submitted, JINR reimburses the visa and health insurance costs.
• JINR makes the reservations and payments for the lodging.
• The JINR laboratory’s finances are used to pay the student’s daily allowance of 1000 rubles.

Eligibility Criteria

• To be eligible for the Program, you must be working on a high-level research project under the guidance of a JINR specialist.
• Selected students are asked to spend six to eight weeks in Dubna during the specified time frame.
• Following their visit, they write a report summarizing their efforts, which is then uploaded to the Program’s website.
• All international students worldwide are eligible to participate in the program.
• candidates with expertise in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) domains.
• Candidates may be in their first year of a PhD program or in their third year of undergraduate studies.
• This course is intended for people who have never taken part in the START program.

List of Available Research Areas

A wide range of courses available in the JINR Summer Student Program 2026 in Russia:

• Science
• Engineering
• IT

How to Apply?

• Ensure you meet the eligibility criteria: you must be under 30 years old and studying in your 4th or 5th year of undergraduate, Master’s, or 1st-year PhD program in science, engineering, or IT.
• Gather all required documents, including proof of student status and academic transcripts in English or Russian.
• Register on the JINR portal by filling out the form and selecting 1–3 scientific fields that match your study area. Attach your documents carefully.
• Wait for approval from the JINR team. Once approved, you will receive a login and password to access the student portal.
• Choose the session you want to attend and submit your application through the portal.
• Check your email regularly for the selection results and follow any further instructions provided by the JINR team.
• Prepare for your stay in Dubna, Russia, and ensure your travel and visa documents are ready, as JINR reimburses costs after submission of all required papers.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

The JINR Summer Student Program 2026 offers a fully funded, 6-8 week research experience in Dubna, Russia for students under 30 in advanced science fields. Applications run from 1 February to 3 March, including travel, accommodation, and daily allowance support.