Microsoft Research India Research Fellows Program in Computer Science and Related Areas (BS/MS Graduates)

The Microsoft Research India Research Fellows Program offers recent graduates in Computer Science and related fields the opportunity to spend 1 to 2 years working at Microsoft Research India in Bangalore. The program is designed to expose bright, young minds to world-class research and cutting-edge technology, preparing them for careers in research, engineering, and entrepreneurship. Research Fellows contribute to all aspects of the research lifecycle, including ideation, implementation, evaluation, and deployment, and have the chance to work on projects ranging from artificial intelligence and programming languages to hardware prototyping, database optimization, and field research with societal impact. Applicants must have completed a BS, BE, BTech, MS, ME, or MTech in Computer Science or related areas, graduating by summer 2026. The program is primarily intended for those who have graduated within the past three years. PhD students or graduates are not eligible. Candidates are evaluated based on academic performance, intelligence, development skills, and demonstrated or potential ability for research and software development. The program values diversity and encourages applicants from backgrounds such as design, economics, electronics, linguistics, psychology, and social sciences. International applications are accepted. Selected Research Fellows will work at the Microsoft Research India office in Bangalore, collaborating with leading researchers and contributing to impactful projects. Alumni of the program have gone on to top PhD programs at institutions like MIT, Stanford, UC Berkeley, and IISc, started successful companies, or taken up development positions at Microsoft in India and the US. The fellowship is a paid position, though specific stipend or salary details are not provided. The work environment is inclusive, and the program offers significant opportunities for professional growth and networking. Applications open on January 7, 2026, and the deadline to apply is February 15, 2026. Interviews will be conducted from March to May 2026, with offers extended between April and June 2026. Research Fellows are expected to start in July 2026. For more information and to apply, visit the official Microsoft Research India Research Fellows Program page. Ensure you complete the mandatory MS Form and review the FAQs before submitting your application.