Call for Proposals

BIRAC Call for Proposals: E-YUVA Scheme for Young Innovators and Researchers

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BIRAC Call for Proposals: E-YUVA Scheme for Young Innovators and Researchers

Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council (BIRAC) is receiving proposals under the E-YUVA (Empowering Youth for Undertaking Value-Added Innovative Translational Research) Scheme. The E-YUVA Scheme is a BIRAC initiative that promotes a culture of applied research, innovation, and entrepreneurship among young researchers. The scheme provides support through fellowships, research grants, and technical and business mentoring. It … Read more

Proposals to Submit in October 2026: Research Funding Calls

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Proposals to Submit in October 2026: Research Funding Calls

Researchers, faculty members, PhD scholars, and higher education institutions have several important funding opportunities to apply for in October 2026. These opportunities cover areas including collaborative research, climate technology, microbiome-based therapeutics, vaccines, and biologics. Below is a curated list of active research proposals with October 2026 deadlines that researchers should not miss. Research Proposals to Submit in October … Read more

DHR Human Resource Development (HRD) Call for Research Proposals 2026-27

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DHR Human Resource Development (HRD) Call for Research Proposals 2026-27

The Department of Health Research (DHR), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, has invited research proposals under the Human Resource Development (HRD) Sub-Scheme for Health Research. The call is open to eligible applicants from the Northeastern Region of India. The initiative aims to strengthen advanced research capacity in medical and health research. … Read more

ANRF Call for Proposals under Inclusivity Research Grant (IRG) 2026

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ANRF Call for Proposals under Inclusivity Research Grant (IRG) 2026

The Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) has announced the Call for Proposals under the Inclusivity Research Grant (IRG) Program for 2026. The scheme provides research funding to eligible researchers from the Scheduled Caste (SC) or Scheduled Tribe (ST) categories to undertake research in frontier areas of Science and Engineering. The IRG 2026 application window is open from … Read more

DFTM-DRDO Call for Proposals for Research Problems under DIA-CoEs

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DFTM-DRDO Call for Proposals for Research Problems under DIA-CoEs

The Directorate of Futuristic Technology Management (DFTM) under the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has invited research proposals for a range of identified Research Problems for DRDO Industry–Academia Centres of Excellence (DIA-CoEs). DRDO is funding multi-institutional and multidisciplinary directed research projects with academia and national research institutes to develop advanced defence technologies. Explore more … Read more

UGC-DAE CSR Call for Collaborative Research Proposals 2026

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UGC-DAE CSR Call for Collaborative Research Proposals 2026

The UGC-DAE Consortium for Scientific Research (UGC-DAE CSR) has announced a Call for Collaborative Research Proposals (CRS) under its 3-year Collaborative Research Scheme. The scheme aims to support Indian researchers by providing access to advanced research facilities of the Department of Atomic Energy (DAE). UGC-DAE CSR is an Inter-University Centre established by the University Grants … Read more

ICMR Call for proposals under Intramural Research Program 2026

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ICMR Call for proposals under Intramural Research Program 2026

The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has invited research proposals under its Intramural Research Program 2026. Each proposed project must address one or more of the priority areas identified and approved for the concerned institute. ICMR Intramural Research Program 2026: Key Highlights Particular Details Funding Agency Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) Program Intramural … Read more

Google Center for Climate Tech Call for Proposals 2026: Apply by October 22

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Google Center for Climate Tech Call for Proposals 2026: Apply by October 22

The Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India, through the Manthan-Utthan Platform, has invited proposals under the Google Center for Climate Tech. The initiative aims to establish a national hub for accelerating sustainability innovation and supporting practical, technology-driven solutions. Focused Areas The call focuses primarily on two strategic areas: 1. Water … Read more

DBT Call for Proposals: Microbiome-Based Therapeutics and Translational Opportunities

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DBT Call for Proposals: Microbiome-Based Therapeutics and Translational Opportunities

The Department of Biotechnology (DBT) has invited research proposals under the theme “Microbiome and Their Implications to Human Health and Disease: Therapeutic Potential and Translational Opportunities.” The initiative aims to move microbiome research beyond descriptive and association-based studies towards functional and translational applications, including probiotics, prebiotics, postbiotics and next-generation biotherapeutics. Eligible Research submit their proposals … Read more

DST Call for Proposal on Science Communication and Popularization

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DST Call for Proposal on Science Communication and Popularization

The National Council of Science and Technology Communication (NCSTC), Department of Science and Technology (DST), Government of India, has invited proposals for 2026 under several areas. The call provides opportunities for eligible organizations to propose projects aimed at improving public understanding of science, encouraging STEM students, promoting Indian mathematical heritage and developing innovative communication and … Read more