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Expired Calls for Researchers
This section lists previous calls for research funding that are no longer accepting applications. These were opportunities for researchers to apply for funding in prior cycles, but they have now closed.
Expired Calls for Researchers
Reference
https://www.nrf.ac.za/money-does-not-stay-it-is-a-visitor-i-blew-it/
Closing Date
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Announcement of Successful Applications for NRF-FIRST Rand Empowerment Foundation (FREF) Black Academics Advancement Programme (BAAP) 2026
This opportunity announces the successful applicants for the Black Academics Advancement Programme (BAAP), a joint initiative between the National Research Foundation and the First Rand Empowerment Foundation aimed at supporting black academics in South Africa. The programme provides funding and development support for qualified individuals pursuing academic careers.
ANNOUNCEMENT OF SUCCESSFUL APPLICATIONS FOR NATIONAL RESEARCH FOUNDATION (NRF)-FIRST RAND EMPOWERMENT FOUNDATION (FREF) BLACK ACADEMICS ADVANCEMENT PROGRAMME (BAAP) 2026 Read More >
Call for submission of applications by the Human Frontier Science Program Organization
An international call for research applications is open through the Human Frontier Science Program Organization. This opportunity invites scientists from around the world, including South African researchers, to submit proposals for innovative and interdisciplinary research projects.
HUMAN FRONTIER SCIENCE PROGRAM ORGANIZATION: Call for submission of applications Read More >
Expired Calls for Students
This section lists past funding opportunities for students that are no longer accepting applications. These included scholarships and bursaries for postgraduate and honours students that were available in previous cycles.
Expired Calls for Students
General Application Guide for Multiple Grant Eligibility Criteria
This guide helps researchers and students understand the eligibility criteria for applying to multiple grants offered by the National Research Foundation. It outlines common requirements across different funding opportunities to assist applicants in preparing strong submissions.
General Application Guide Multiple Grant Eligibility Criteria
NRF Call for Proposals for Funding in 2025 and 2026
The National Research Foundation is calling for proposals for research funding for the years 2025 and 2026. This opportunity is open to researchers across various disciplines who wish to secure funding for innovative and impactful research projects.
NRF Call for Proposals for Funding in 2025 and 2026
Processing of NRF Honours Applications 2026
The National Research Foundation is currently processing applications for honours students for the 2026 academic year. This opportunity supports undergraduate students pursuing honours degrees in research-related fields through financial assistance and research training.
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DSTI-NRF Honours Funding for the 2026 Academic Year
This opportunity is for honours students to apply for funding provided by the Department of Science and Technology and the National Research Foundation for the 2026 academic year.
DSTI-NRF Honours Funding for the 2026 Academic Year
Announcement of Successful Proposals for the Global Research Council Sustainable Development Goals Pilot Call
This opportunity announces the successful applicants for a pilot funding call focused on sustainable development goals, managed by the National Research Foundation in collaboration with the Global Research Council.
ANNOUNCEMENT OF SUCCESSFUL APPLICATIONS FOR NATIONAL RESEARCH FOUNDATION (NRF)-FIRST RAND EMPOWERMENT FOUNDATION (FREF) BLACK ACADEMICS ADVANCEMENT PROGRAMME (BAAP) 2026 Read More > Processing of NRF Honours Applications 2026 Read More > Non-NRF Opportunities Strengthening Science, Research and Innovation Cooperation between Europe and South Africa Read More > HUMAN FRONTIER SCIENCE PROGRAM ORGANIZATION: Call for submission of applications Read More > General Application Guide Multiple Grant Eligibility Criteria NRF Call for Proposals for Funding in 2025 and 2026 Expired Calls for Researchers
HUMAN FRONTIER SCIENCE PROGRAM ORGANIZATION: Call for submission of applications
An international call for scientific applications issued by the Human Frontier Science Program Organization, which researchers in South Africa can respond to.
HUMAN FRONTIER SCIENCE PROGRAM ORGANIZATION: Call for submission of applications Read More >
NRF Postgraduate Scholarships – SARAO Honours Student Application Outcomes
This opportunity provides the results of the application process for honours students seeking scholarships funded by the National Research Foundation in partnership with SARAO.
ANNOUNCEMENT OF SUCCESSFUL APPLICATIONS FOR NATIONAL RESEARCH FOUNDATION (NRF)-FIRST RAND EMPOWERMENT FOUNDATION (FREF) BLACK ACADEMICS ADVANCEMENT PROGRAMME (BAAP) 2026 Read More > Processing of NRF Honours Applications 2026 Read More > Non-NRF Opportunities Strengthening Science, Research and Innovation Cooperation between Europe and South Africa Read More > HUMAN FRONTIER SCIENCE PROGRAM ORGANIZATION: Call for submission of applications Read More > General Application Guide Multiple Grant Eligibility Criteria NRF Call for Proposals for Funding in 2025 and 2026 Expired Calls for Researchers
DSTI-NRF Postgraduate Student Funding for the 2026 Academic Year
This opportunity allows postgraduate students to apply for financial support from the Department of Science and Technology and the National Research Foundation for the 2026 academic year.
DSTI-NRF Postgraduate Student Funding for the 2026 Academic Year
Strengthening Science, Research and Innovation Cooperation between Europe and South Africa
A non-NRF opportunity aimed at fostering collaboration between European and South African research institutions.
Non-NRF Opportunities Strengthening Science, Research and Innovation Cooperation between Europe and South Africa Read More >
