The Nehru-Fulbright Master’s Fellowship program has announced the exclusion of Indian government officials from its 2026-2027 cohort due to a funding freeze imposed by the Trump administration on international scholarships. This decision impacts civil servants from both central and state services in India, who have traditionally been a large portion of fellowship applicants. The move comes as a setback for aspiring government officials looking to pursue higher education opportunities abroad through this prestigious program. The Nehru-Fulbright Master’s Fellowship has been a sought-after opportunity for Indian professionals to enhance their skills and knowledge through academic exchanges in the United States. With the exclusion of government officials, the dynamics of the fellowship program are set to change, potentially impacting future cohorts and the overall diversity of participants. It remains to be seen how this development will affect the program’s reputation and reach among Indian professionals in the coming years. Stay tuned for more updates on this story.