Experience the Maitri Showcase
On 1 October 2025 we proudly hosted our first-ever Maitri Showcase — a celebration of the impact of our Maitri Grants program and the invaluable contributions of our grantees. Relive the best Maitri moments with us.
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Applications for the 2025–26 Maitri Fellowships and Scholarships have now closed.
Applications for funding have now closed. Thank you to everyone who submitted proposals to bring bold research projects to life across key bilateral priority areas
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Maitri Stories, meet the people at the heart of the Australia-India relationship.
Introducing Daizy Maan who created a comedy show for South Asian women to reclaim their narratives.
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Thinking about applying for our Maitri Grants program?
Take a look at the incredible achievements of our grantees and the projects driving stronger connections between Australia and India.
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Introducing Ryan Neelam
We’re excited to welcome Ryan Neelam as the new CEO of the Centre for Australia–India Relations.
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Centre for Australia-India Relations
The Centre for Australia-India Relations is a national platform established by the Australian Government to foster collaboration and deepen engagement between our two nations.
We work across government, industry, academia and civil society to build greater understanding of the Australia-India relationship and the opportunities from our thriving connections.
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Maitri Grants
See how Maitri Grants support collaboration between Australian and Indian institutions, businesses and communities.
Maitri Fellowships
Explore fellowships connecting policy researchers through secondments in both nations.
Maitri Scholarships
Discover Maitri Scholarships for India’s top students to study at Australia’s leading universities.
News and Events
Stay up to date with the Centre’s work and explore the latest news, events, CEO updates and media releases.