GIS Scholarships | Esri India

Shaping the Future of Geospatial Innovation

In an interconnected world, the ability to analyze and visualize spatial data is transforming how we solve complex global challenges. From optimizing urban infrastructure and modeling climate sustainability to advancing data science and economic forecasting, Geographic Information System (GIS) technology has become the backbone of modern research and problem-solving.

Esri India is deeply committed to empowering the academic community by providing the resources, training, and platforms necessary to push the boundaries of geospatial science. To further support the next generation of thinkers, we established the Master’s Scholarships in GIS Program. This initiative is tailored for postgraduate students who are already leveraging GIS in their post-graduation research projects, helping them fuel their passion, accelerate their academic endeavors, and pioneer new methodologies.

Applications for the current edition are now open. Register now and let your research pave the way for impactful spatial solutions across India and beyond.

Scholarship Benefits & Rewards

10 Annual Scholarships

Awarded to ten exceptional postgraduate students each year.
Financial Award

A one-time scholarship of INR 1,00,000 (One Lakh) per student.
Software Access

A complimentary one-year ArcGIS Personal Use License to power your continued research.
Career Launchpad

A direct interview opportunity with Esri India for relevant professional roles upon selection.

Eligibility Criteria

The Esri India Master’s Scholarship in GIS is open to Indian students entering their second year of postgraduate studies (M.Tech/M.Sc. or equivalent) who are actively applying GIS in their research across Geoinformatics or related domains— Eligible courses include those focusing on remote sensing, GIS, spatial modeling, spatial analysis, digital image processing for GIS, and other related subjects.

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

Academic Enrollment

Be enrolled in an accredited Indian institute or university in a postgraduate program where GIS, remote sensing, spatial modeling, or spatial analysis is integral to the curriculum.

Year of Study

Successfully completed the first year of postgraduate studies by the end of the 2025–26 academic year and entered the second/final year of a master’s degree in GIS or related courses.

Research Focus

Demonstrate the active use of GIS technology within your first-year postgraduate research projects or synopsis.

Academic Excellence

Maintain an outstanding academic record throughout the 2025–26 academic year.

Eligible Academic Disciplines

All applicants must be recommended by their respective institutes or universities to be considered for the scholarship. Each institute or university may recommend up to 3 students for the scholarship opportunity.

Terms and Conditions

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Application Procedure

To recommend students for the Esri India Master’s Scholarship Program 2026, Institutes/Universities and students must complete the following steps:

Step 1: Prepare the Recommendation Form

Download: Download the application form. A separate form must be used for each recommended student.
Sign & Stamp: The form must be physically signed by the student, signed by the Head/Dean/Director of the Institute/University, and officially stamped.
Scan: Scan the completed, signed, and stamped form as a clear PDF.

Step 2: Submit via Application Portal

Fill out the required details on the application portal and upload the following mandatory documents:

Scanned Application Form: Completed with all required signatures and institutional stamp
Statement of Purpose (SOP of 250 words): Your statement should summarize your academic and career goals, your passion/aspirations for GIS, and why you should be chosen as an Esri India Masters Scholar.
Synopsis of Projects (Done in the first year): Upload a summary of the projects completed during your first year. Highlight the project objectives, methodologies used, outcomes and the application of GIS technology.
First-Year Marksheet
Student’s Address Proof
College ID-Card
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Selection Procedure

Application Evaluation

All applications will undergo thorough evaluation by a distinguished jury comprising experts in the field of geospatial sciences.
Shortlisting

Institutes and universities will be promptly notified about the shortlisted candidates. These candidates will then be invited to participate in a virtual interview as the next step in the selection process.
Virtual Interview

Shortlisted candidates will undergo a virtual interview conducted by the jury. This interview will provide an opportunity for candidates to showcase their academic achievements, aspirations, and potential contributions to the field of GIS.
Final Selection

The final selection of scholarship recipients will be based on the combined assessment of the interview results and other submitted documents.
Jury Decision

The decision of the jury regarding the selection of scholarship recipients will be considered final and binding.

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For any information or assistance, please contact us at

gis.education@esri.in

Master’s Scholars In GIS 2025

Scholar testimonials

Nayankumar Veer

M.Tech, Geospatial Engineering

Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee
Saniya Ahmed

M.Sc., Geoinformatics

TERI School of Advanced Studies
Shubhangi Singh

M.Tech, Space Science

Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur
Shreya Tiwari

M.Plan, Master of Urban and Regional Planning

Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Technical University, Uttar Pradesh
Satyamkumar Jha

M.Tech, Geomatics

CEPT University
Divyanshi Gupta

M.Plan, Master of Urban and Regional Planning

School of Planning and Architecture, Bhopal
Tejal Sharma

M.Tech, Geoinformatics

NIIT University
Ashwin Acharya

M.Sc., Geoinformatics

Department of Geography, University of Mumbai, Mumbai
Pratyush Pal

M.Sc., Geoinformatics

Savitribai Phule Pune University
Shreyasee Thakral

M.Plan, Master of Urban and Regional Planning

School of Planning and Architecture, Bhopal