Amgen Scholars Program
IIIT Hyderabad
Amgen Scholars Program at IIIT Hyderabad will enable participation of 10 undergraduate students from the Asia region in an intensive eight-week research training program with an emphasis on the application of modern Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) methods in healthcare, drug design & discovery, and fundamental sciences. Each scholar will be mentored by a faculty member and integrated into an active research lab to pursue a specific project. The program includes weekly lectures, tutorials, and hands-on sessions designed to build foundational and applied expertise in AI/ML. At the end of the program, scholars will submit a research report and present their findings through a poster or oral presentation at the Amgen Scholars Asia Symposium, an event that brings together all Amgen Scholars from all host institutions across Asia. All scholars will receive a stipend, on-campus accommodation, and travel support.
International Institute of Information Technology, Hyderabad (IIIT Hyderabad), established in 1998 as India’s first not-for-profit public–private partnership (N-PPP) institution, is a research-led university focused on technology-driven solutions for societal impact. Over the past two decades, it has become a leader in Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Robotics, ML for Science, and data driven technologies, fostering strong interdisciplinary research and collaborations with national and global industries. IIIT Hyderabad hosts several renowned research centers of excellence and offers an innovative, flexible curriculum that encourages students, both undergraduate and postgraduate, to engage in cutting-edge research. The institute also nurtures holistic development through initiatives in arts, culture, sports, and community engagement, creating a dynamic and inclusive academic environment.
November 1, 2025 - Start accepting applications
February 1, 2026 - Application deadline
March 15, 2026 - Selection notification
June 7, 2026 - Scholars arrive in Hyderabad
June 8, 2026 - Program begins
July 31, 2026 - Program ends
August 2/3, 2026 - Depart to Tokyo
August 4 - 6, 2026 - Amgen Scholars Asia Symposium
August 6/7, 2026 - Scholars return to their home country
- IIIT Hyderabad is proud to be included as one of the hosts of the Amgen Scholars Program. We look forward to welcoming and working with talented scholars in June/July 2026.