Australia’s ACIAR John Allwright Fellowship for 2026

For the length of the scholar’s academic program in Australia, the JAF pays for all necessary expenses, including any necessary preparatory training, such as:

• full cost of tuition.
• Airfare (economy class) back using the quickest route.
• Establishment allowance (one-time cost of study supplies, textbooks, and lodging)
• Living costs (stipend every two weeks).
• Pre-study orientation is required for the Introductory Academic Program (IAP).
• Health Insurance for Overseas Students (OSHC) (during the term of the award).
• Fees for pre-course English (PCE), if applicable.
• Further academic assistance (if required).
• Funding for fieldwork (one return ticket for qualified research students).

Additional Support:

1. The JAF Support Facility (JSF) provides networking opportunities, pastoral care, and customized support in collaboration with the University of New England (UNE).
2. Alumni Network: Constant networking and educational opportunities are provided by automatic membership in the ACIAR Alumni.
3. Australia Awards Benefits: JAF scholars are eligible to attend alumni events and enjoy the same advantages as Australia Awards winners.

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Possess citizenship in the nation in which they are employed.
• Be an economist or scientist working on a project funded by ACIAR for the past 24 months in a developing nation that qualifies (except from India and Myanmar).
• Researchers from “advanced pipeline” projects might be taken into consideration in certain situations.
• Have at least an Australian bachelor’s degree, or its equivalent, in a relevant field.
• They are willing to take an English language test upon selection, or they have just taken one (IELTS, TOEFL, PET).
• Obtain formal approval from their primary supervisor, ACIAR project leaders, and employer.
• Obtain their employer’s consent and consent to study leave in the event that they are granted the scholarship.
• Have a long-term or permanent job.
• Send in a compelling study project that discusses social inclusion, gender equity, climate change, and how these topics relate to national development agendas.

Documents Required for Support

The following documents are required to be uploaded by applicants. Eligibility could be impacted by missing documentation.

Mandatory Documents:

• Citizenship proof (birth certificate).
• A passport must remain valid for a minimum of six months after the date of application.
• Academic transcripts and degree certificates in certified copies.
• Gender equity, social inclusion, climate change, and national development agendas must all be covered in the research project.
• Employer endorsement letter (Template available)
• Australian Project Leader referee report (Template available)
• Referee report from the Collaborating Country Project Leader.
• Letter of recommendation from the primary supervisor (either a formal letter or an email copy).

Note: Non-English documents must include original and translated copies.

Recommended Additional Documents:

• Updated Resume.
• Evidence of English proficiency (official IELTS, TOEFL, or PET report).
• English as the language of instruction is confirmed by a university declaration.
• Publications list (if applicable).
• Any more pertinent supporting documentation.

Note: Get templates for referee reports and employer and project leader endorsements.