The Department of Biotechnology (DBT) under the Ministry of Science and Technology, Government of India, has announced a Call for Proposals to establish Biotech Hubs in the North Eastern Region (NER). This initiative aims to strengthen biotechnology education, research, innovation, and skill development across the eight North Eastern states of India. Eligible Research Institutions can … Read more
The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has announced a Call for Funding for Clinical Trials under its Intramural Research Program. Proposals from ICMR institutes are invited to conduct high-quality, academic, and non-regulatory Randomised Clinical Trials (RCTs). This initiative aims to generate high-quality evidence that influences national health policy and clinical guidelines. Interested researchers/scientists can … Read more
The Mito Foundation, in partnership with the United Mitochondrial Disease Foundation (UMDF), has announced the 2026 Major Annual Grant Round. These foundations are inviting researchers worldwide to submit proposals focused on primary mitochondrial disease (PMD) research. The 2026 grant round offers up to US $500,000. The 2026 grant round is built around two core objectives: … Read more
The Department of Science & Technology (DST), Government of India has invited proposals under the Scheduled Caste Sub Plan (SCSP) for implementing Science, Technology and Innovation (STI)–based livelihood interventions in selected Aspirational Blocks. This call is part of the national mission Mission सह-SANKALP (Science and Advanced Networks for Knowledge-driven Action for Livelihood Promotion). The motive … Read more
The Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), and Swiss National Science Foundation (SNSF) have officially launched the Joint Research Projects (JRP) Call 2026 under the Indo-Swiss Joint Research Programme (ISJRP). The initiative supports collaborative research between India and Switzerland. The notification is officially released on 2 Feb, 2026. Interested Researchers can … Read more
Indian government agencies, such as the ANRF, DBT, ICMR, and the ICSSR, are receiving research proposals from Indian researchers and scientists to fund research projects in various areas. These calls are open across science, technology, biotechnology, health sciences, and social sciences Below is a curated list of active research proposals with February 2026 deadlines that researchers should … Read more
The Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR) is receiving nominations for its prestigious ICSSR National Fellowships. The fellowship aimed at recognizing eminent Indian social scientists and supporting high-quality, full-time research in the field of social sciences. Nominations can be sent through email and Hard copy by 26 February 2026. Organization ICSSR Fellowship ICSSR National … Read more
The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has officially invited Expressions of Interest (EoI) from eligible Indian researchers and institutions to conduct high-impact research using ICMR-INDIAB Study Biobank samples. Indian researchers/institutions who wish to address biomedical, clinical, translational, or public health questions can apply online by 16 March 2026. This opportunity enables researchers to access … Read more
The Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Government of India, in collaboration with BIRAC (Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council), is receiving research Proposals on “Bio-AI” under the BioE3 (Biotechnology for Economy, Environment & Employment) Policy. This call aims to foster high-performance biomanufacturing by integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI) with biotechnology and enabling data-driven innovation across health, agriculture, and … Read more
The International Human Frontier Science Program (HFSP) is receiving applications for HFSP Research Grants – Award Year 2027. These highly prestigious grants support innovative research in life sciences through international and interdisciplinary collaboration. Under the HFSPO–India partnership, the Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Government of India, encourages Indian researchers to apply. Interested researchers must initiate a … Read more