Selected scholars will receive C$80,000 annually for four years, with the first cohort starting in September 2027.

The University of Toronto has announced a C$100 million investment in its new Presidents’ Impact Scholarship Program, aimed at attracting outstanding PhD researchers from Canada and around the world.

Selected scholars will receive C$80,000 per year for four years, amounting to C$320,000 per recipient. The programme will bring together around 12–13 new scholars annually to explore major societal challenges through interdisciplinary research.

Applications are expected to open in late autumn 2026, with the first cohort beginning in September 2027. The university has not yet announced the application deadline.

What this means for Indian students

Indian students aspiring to pursue a PhD in Canada may wish to follow this opportunity closely. Selection will be competitive, with academic excellence, innovation and real-world impact among the criteria.

Applications are expected to open in late autumn 2026, with the first cohort beginning in September 2027. Prospective applicants can check the University of Toronto’s official scholarship page for application announcements.

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