Fulbright Foreign Language Teaching Assistant Program 2025-26

Fulbright Foreign Language Teaching Assistant Program 2025-26 is an initiative by the United States-India Educational Foundation (USIEF) for early-career English teachers teaching at the college level or training to become a teacher of English, or professionals in related fields (e.g., American Studies, American/English Literature, etc.). The selected fellows under this program receive monthly stipend with other multiple benefits. 

Source: The United States-India Educational Foundation
 

The fellowship is being provided by the United States-India Educational Foundation (USIEF).

To be eligible, an applicant must -

• be a citizen of India
• hold at least a master’s degree by June 2026 with a good academic record*
• demonstrate maturity, dependability, integrity and professionalism
• be fluent in the English language with a valid TOEFL score of not less than 79-80 
• be a young English teacher at a college level or a professional in a related field

*Note - The master’s degree should be in fields such as English language, English/American Literature, American Studies, Linguistics, Comparative Literature, and related areas.

The FLTA Program is a non-degree and non-renewable program and those wishing to pursue degree studies in the United States should not apply. 

The selected fellows under this program will receive variable awards like:

• Monthly stipend
• Health insurance 
• Travel support

Eligible candidates can apply for the scholarship by following the steps mentioned below - 

Step 1: Click on the 'Apply Now' button. 
Step 2: Click the 'Register' button and fill in the required registration details. (Note - If already registered, log in using Gmail/Mobile number/Email Id)
Step 3: Click on the 'Application process' tab.
Step 4: Fill in the required information step-by-step and upload the required documents in PDF format as required​​​.

Note:-

• The name must be entered exactly the way it appears (or will appear) on the applicant's passport.
• For detailed information, kindly go through the 'Application Detailed Instructions.

Documents to be sent with the application form:

• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Three letters of reference
• Online application form
• Three essays: Objectives and motivations, teaching methodologies and techniques, and sharing your culture.
• Scanned copies of mark sheets or transcripts and diploma/degree certificates
• Scanned copies of proof of work/professional experience (if any)
• scanned copies of TOEFL test score report, if applicable
• Additional documentation is specified in the instructions of the application.

The selection will be based on degree results, academic references, statements, and other relevant information.

Application Deadline: 31st August 2025 (Tentative)

Question: Is Fulbright Foreign Language Teaching Assistant (FLTA) a degree Program?
Answer: The FLTA Program is a non-degree and non-renewable program and those wishing to pursue degree studies in the United States should not apply.

Question: What is the Fulbright FLTA Program?
Answer: The Fulbright Foreign Language Teaching Assistant (FLTA) Program is a program sponsored by the U.S. Department of State that provides young educators from around the world the opportunity to refine their teaching skills, increase their English language proficiency, and deepen their knowledge of U.S. cultures and customs.

Question: How long is the Fulbright FLTA Program?
Answer: The program typically lasts for nine months. 

Question: What are the primary responsibilities of an FLTA participant?
Answer: FLTA participants primarily assist in teaching their native language and culture to U.S. students. They may also lead language tables, conduct conversation groups, and give presentations on their home country.   

Question: Who is eligible to apply for the Fulbright FLTA Program?
Answer: Eligibility requirements vary by country. Generally, applicants must be young educators with a strong interest in teaching their native language and culture.

• The applicant must provide an undertaking to return to India on the completion of the fellowship.
• The candidates having no extensive recent U.S. experience will be given preference.
• Applications of recommended candidates will be forwarded to the U.S. for further review.
• The final selection is dependent on the ability to match requests of U.S. host institutions with the language skills of the candidates.