Call for Proposals

NCPOR Call for Proposals for Scientific Research in the Arctic Region 2027–2028

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NCPOR Call for Proposals for Scientific Research in the Arctic Region 2027–2028

The National Centre for Polar and Ocean Research (NCPOR), Ministry of Earth Sciences, Government of India, has invited scientific research proposals for the Indian Arctic Programme 2027–2028. Indian researchers and academicians interested in conducting scientific studies in the Arctic region can submit their proposals online by 10 November 2026. Explore more Research Grant Opportunities Particulars … Read more

ANRF Opens Applications for Impact Centres of Excellence 2026

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ANRF Opens Applications for Impact Centres of Excellence 2026

The Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) has opened applications for its Impact Centres of Excellence (ACE) Programme. This initiative is aimed at strengthening India’s research and innovation capabilities and supporting institutions seeking to achieve international research excellence. The main focus of the programme is to establish high-impact research centres in eligible academic institutions and national … Read more

Call for Investigator-Initiated Research Proposals for First in World Challenge Grants 2026

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Call for Investigator-Initiated Research Proposals for First in World Challenge Grants 2026

The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has invited investigator-initiated research proposals under the First in the World Challenge Grants 2026. The initiative aims to support innovative research ideas that have the potential to create breakthrough biomedical and health technologies. The First in the World Challenge encourages researchers to pursue ideas that have never been … Read more

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