The report should contain details on the scientific work achieved, the difficulties encountered, prospects for further development, scientific value of the fellowship. The report must include the concluding remarks of the supervisor of the host institution evaluating the results and mutual benefits of the fellow's activity. The chairman is the Hungarian Member of the NATO Science Committee. Prior to the meeting of the Selection Board independent specialists in the field of the application may be requested to peer review the proposal parallel with each other. Considering the opinion and suggestion of the experts the Selection Board makes its decision.
Results are normally available for the applicants within three months of the closing date.
The fellowship grants are awarded on the basis of individual scientific merit. Reference statements from leading Hungarian and international institutes and authorities in relevant subject areas are also taken into consideration. Particular attention is paid on the content of the research proposal, the quality of the applicant and prospective host institution and the expected benefits to both parties. The Programme is publicized in leaflets prepared by the National Administrator, and in other publications of the Ministry of Education, and information is circulated widely to universities and other appropriate institutions. The call is published in relevant scientific periodicals or Internet bulletins about the Science Fellowship Programme.