APNIC Foundation Research Fellowship 2026: A USD 10,000 Opportunity For Nepalese Tech Leaders

11th April 2026, Kathmandu

ICT Frame Magazine is excited to announce that the APNIC Foundation has officially opened applications for its 2026 Research Fellowship.

APNIC Foundation Research Fellowship 2026

This prestigious program offers a unique platform for researchers, technical practitioners, and policy professionals in Nepal to contribute to a safer, more secure, and inclusive internet across the Asia Pacific region.

With a focus on evidence-based research, this fellowship is designed to empower local experts to solve complex digital challenges while providing significant financial support.

Fellowship Benefits: Funding Your Vision

The APNIC Foundation Research Fellowship is highly competitive and offers substantial support to ensure selected fellows can focus entirely on their projects.

Stipend: Selected fellows will receive a total stipend of USD 10,000.

Duration: The fellowship spans 8 months, running from April to November 2026.

Impact: Fellows will produce research that influences internet governance, security protocols, and digital inclusion strategies.

Who Should Apply?

The foundation is looking for individuals with a deep understanding of the internet ecosystem. Applications are encouraged from:

Advertisement

Researchers and Data Scientists: Individuals capable of analyzing large datasets to identify trends in internet security, traffic, or accessibility.

Senior Engineers and Systems Architects: Technical experts who can propose innovative infrastructure or protocol improvements.

Policy Professionals and Strategists: Experts focused on the legal, ethical, and regulatory frameworks that govern the digital world.

Key Dates for Applicants

Timing is critical for this opportunity. Ensure you mark your calendars with these essential deadlines:

How to Contribute to a Better Internet

The goal of the 2026 Research Fellowship is to drive local impact through evidence-based research. For Nepalese professionals, this is a chance to represent the country on a regional stage, highlighting specific local challenges such as connectivity in mountainous terrain, cybersecurity for emerging fintech, or localized AI policy, and finding scalable solutions.

Don’t miss this chance to advance your career and contribute to the global internet community.

Apply Now: Visit the official APNIC Foundation website to submit your proposal before the March 31 deadline.

For more: APNIC Foundation Research Fellowship 2026