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be a responsible Indian citizen who can contribute to a full and fair picture of the culture and civilization of India, and thereby help to promote understanding and friendship between the peoples of the United States of America and India;
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have a high level of academic/professional achievement;
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demonstrate proficiency in the English language to undertake the proposed project/program and adjust to life in the US. The applicant may be required to take the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL);
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be present in India at the time of submitting the application and for the interview (if required);
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be eligible for leave, if employed;
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be in good health;
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not be residing in the United States;
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not be applying for or holding permanent residence (green card) in the United States;
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not have been in the US during the past three years on a teaching, research, study or professional assignment for a continuous period of three months or more, at the time of submitting the application; and
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should give an undertaking to return to India on the completion of the fellowship.
