Program Mission
Accelerating breakthroughs in autonomous systems and drone technology.
The Space-Z Fellowship is a prestigious 6-month intensive research program designed for exceptional engineers, researchers, and students. We provide the ecosystem—funding, state-of-the-art labs, and industry mentorship—needed to turn theoretical concepts into deployment-ready technologies.
Who Should Apply?
We are looking for builders, dreamers, and technically grounded innovators.
Students & Researchers
Final year undergrads, masters, or PhD scholars in Aerospace, Robotics, AI/ML, or Electronics.
Early Career Engineers
Professionals with 1-3 years of experience looking to pivot into deep-tech R&D.
Startup Founders
Early-stage founders validating a proof-of-concept in the UAV/Drone sector.
Indian Nationals
Must be an Indian citizen willing to relocate to our Bangalore R&D center for the program duration.
Fellowship Package
What We Offer
A launchpad for your career in high-impact aerospace technology.
- Monthly stipend of ₹50,000 + Accommodation allowance.
- Full access to Space-Z Fabrication Labs (3D Printing, CNC, Composites).
- Mentorship from ex-DRDO and ISRO scientists.
- Opportunity to pilot live commercial projects.
- Cloud credits and compute resources for AI training.
- Potential full-time offer or seed investment post-fellowship.
Selection Process
Proposal Submission
Submit a 2-page whitepaper on your proposed research area.
Technical Review
Our panel evaluates feasibility and innovation potential.
Interview
Deep dive into your technical fundamentals and vision.
Selection
Top 10 fellows selected for the cohort.
