CREATE - Engaging Educators & Technologists CREATE (Collaborative Research Engagement in Advanced Technologies and Education) is an advanced academic immersion program designed for experienced teachers, educators, and technologists to engage with frontier research and emerging technologies. The program enables participants to explore thematic research areas, interact with faculty and researchers, and access research facilities to enrich their teaching, technology development, and professional practice. CREATE offers a guided intellectual exploration culminating in meaningful outcomes. Eligibility Experienced teachers, educators, and technologists. Fellowship Support CREATE Fellows receive financial support designed to cover essential expenses during the programme. Fellowship of up to INR 80,000 per month Coverage includes mandatory Institute guest house accommodation, meals, travel, and contingencies Disbursed on a daily pro-rata basis, aligned with the duration of participation Program Structure CREATE follows a flexible weekly structure anchored in a host group, while enabling exploration across the institute. Weekly Engagement (Indicative): Primary host engagement, thematic exploration, independent work and reflection, academic events, and optional cohort interaction. Community & Facilities: Interact with researchers and graduate students, with access to facilities aligned with your engagement plan. What You'll Gain Research Exposure: Engage with thematic research areas and see how they connect to your work.Academic Network: Build relationships with faculty, researchers, and peers that extend beyond the program.Facilities Access: Access advanced research facilities aligned with your area of work.Practice and Innovation: Develop ideas and approaches to strengthen teaching, technology development, and professional practice. Application and Selection Process CREATE is a selective program for experienced educators and technologists, with selection based on professional experience, clarity of purpose, and the relevance and feasibility of the proposed engagement. Applicants are required to submit: A statement of purpose A brief engagement plan developed with a prospective host faculty member A curriculum vitae Important Dates Milestone Date Applications Open 15 April 2026 Applications Close 31 December 2026 Program Dates Flexible Duration 30 days Frequently Asked Questions When can I apply?Applications are accepted year-round. What is the duration of the fellowship?The fellowship runs for up to one month. How are visits organized?Each visit is coordinated by the host faculty. When will I receive a decision?Decisions are communicated within one month of application. Source: https://kriti.iitkgp.ac.in/programs/create