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Russia JINR START Winter Program 2026 (Fully Funded)
Experience the beauty of winter in Russia while working on real scientific challenges!
Applications are now open for the JINR START Winter Program 2026, a fully funded 6–8-week research program hosted by the Joint Institute for Nuclear Research (JINR) in Dubna, Russia.
This international program welcomes students from all nationalities to participate in hands-on scientific and engineering projects under the supervision of JINR experts. There is no application fee and no IELTS requirement.
The JINR START Program is open to undergraduate, master’s, and PhD students, offering a unique opportunity to gain practical research experience in science, engineering, and IT.
All expenses — including travel, accommodation, insurance, and a daily stipend — are fully covered by JINR.
Russia JINR START Winter Program Overview
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Host Country: Russia
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Location: Dubna
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Program Name: Student Advanced Research Training (START)
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Start Date: 15 February 2026
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Duration: 8 Weeks
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Funding Type: Fully Funded
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Application Deadline: 30 October 2025
Program Objective
The JINR START Program aims to attract Bachelor’s, Master’s, and PhD students specializing in Science, Engineering, and IT fields. Its main goal is to connect the Joint Institute for Nuclear Research with the next generation of young and talented researchers worldwide.
Financial Coverage
The program provides complete financial support, including:
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Round-trip air travel tickets
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Visa processing fees
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Medical insurance
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Accommodation in Dubna
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Daily allowance of 2,000 Russian Roubles
Research Areas
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Science
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Engineering
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Information Technology (IT)
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the JINR START Winter Program 2026:
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Applicants must hold any nationality.
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Must be specializing in STEM fields (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics).
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Open to students from the 3rd year of undergraduate studies up to the 1st year of PhD.
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Applicants who have not previously participated in the START program are eligible.
How to Apply for the Russia JINR START Winter Program ?
Applications are submitted online via the official JINR website.
Before applying, ensure you meet all eligibility requirements and upload the required documents.
