Avijit Saha
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LOTUS 2026 Programme for PhD Research in Aerospace Propulsion Systems and Thermofluidics Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee in India
Degree Level
PhD
Field of study
Mechanical Engineering
Funding
The programme provides flexible research stays in Japan, financial support covering living expenses, and support for research and travel needs. It is described as a collaborative research opportunity rather than a standalone scholarship or job.
Deadline
Expired
Country
India
University
Indian Institute of Technology, Roorkee

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LOTUS 2026 Programme is being shared by the CTER Group, MIED, Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee, for students interested in PhD research in aerospace propulsion systems.
The post highlights the Japan Science and Technology Agency (JST) LOTUS 2026 call, an Indo-Japanese collaborative research opportunity under the India-Japan Circulation of Talented Youths in Science Programme / ASPIRE Exchange Type. The opportunity is especially relevant for M.Tech. students at IIT Roorkee who want to strengthen their profile for a future PhD through international research exposure and joint supervision.
Research areas mentioned: aerospace propulsion systems, thermofluidics, plasma physics, aerospace engineering, and energy systems. The post frames this as a high-impact pathway for students aiming to work with leading researchers in Japan and build long-term academic collaborations.
Funding/support: the programme offers flexible research stays in Japan and financial support for living expenses, research needs, and travel. The post does not mention a tuition fee waiver or a formal scholarship name, but it clearly indicates funded research mobility support.
Eligibility highlights: M.Tech. students with a strong interest in pursuing a PhD in aerospace propulsion systems. No GPA, test score, or language requirement is stated in the post.
Application/contact: the post asks interested candidates to connect directly with Prof. Avijit Saha at IIT Roorkee via email. The image attached shows the LOTUS Programme FY2026 Call Overview dated 17-Mar-2026.
Funding details
The programme provides flexible research stays in Japan, financial support covering living expenses, and support for research and travel needs. It is described as a collaborative research opportunity rather than a standalone scholarship or job.
What's required
Targeted at M.Tech. students at the Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee who are serious about pursuing a PhD in aerospace propulsion systems. Strong interest in aerospace propulsion and readiness for joint Indo-Japanese collaborative research are implied; no GPA, test score, or language requirements are stated.
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