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Open Calls for Researchers
Researchers in South Africa can apply for funding through current open calls managed by the National Research Foundation. These calls support various research initiatives across disciplines.
Open Calls for Researchers Call for Applications for Evaluation and Rating 2026 Announcement of Successful Proposals for the Global Research Council Sustainable Devlopment Goals Pilot Call
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General Application Guide
A guide is available to help applicants understand the general requirements and processes for submitting applications to the National Research Foundation.
General Application Guide
Processing of NRF Honours Applications 2026
The National Research Foundation is processing applications from honours students for funding in 2026. Applicants are advised to monitor their status via the official portal.
Processing of NRF Honours Applications 2026
DSTI-NRF Postgraduate Student Funding for the 2026 Academic Year
Postgraduate students in South Africa can apply for funding for the 2026 academic year through the DSTI-NRF programme.
DSTI-NRF Postgraduate Student Funding for the 2026 Academic Year
NRF Call for Proposals for Funding in 2025 and 2026
The National Research Foundation has issued a call for proposals for funding in 2025 and 2026, targeting various research and innovation areas.
NRF Call for Proposals for Funding in 2025 and 2026
DSTI-NRF Postgraduate Student Funding for the 2027 Academic Year
Postgraduate students in South Africa can apply for funding for the 2027 academic year through a joint initiative between the Department of Science and Innovation and the National Research Foundation.
DSTI-NRF Postgraduate Student Funding for the 2027 Academic Year
Multiple Grant Eligibility Criteria
Information on eligibility criteria for applying to multiple grants offered by the National Research Foundation is provided to help applicants determine their suitability.
Multiple Grant Eligibility Criteria
DSTI-NRF Honours Funding for the 2026 Academic Year
Honours students in South Africa can apply for financial support for the 2026 academic year through the DSTI-NRF honours funding programme.
DSTI-NRF Honours Funding for the 2026 Academic Year
ANNOUNCEMENT OF SUCCESSFUL APPLICATIONS FOR NRF-FIRST RAND EMPOWERMENT FOUNDATION BLACK ACADEMICS ADVANCEMENT PROGRAMME (BAAP) 2026
The National Research Foundation announces successful applicants for the 2026 Black Academics Advancement Programme, a partnership with the First Rand Empowerment Foundation aimed at advancing black academics.
ANNOUNCEMENT OF SUCCESSFUL APPLICATIONS FOR NATIONAL RESEARCH FOUNDATION (NRF)-FIRST RAND EMPOWERMENT FOUNDATION (FREF) BLACK ACADEMICS ADVANCEMENT PROGRAMME (BAAP) 2026
Human Frontier Science Program Organization: Funding And Engagement Opportunities
International funding and engagement opportunities are available through the Human Frontier Science Program for researchers in South Africa.
Human Frontier Science Program Organization: Funding And Engagement Opportunities
Strengthening Science, Research and Innovation Cooperation between Europe and South Africa
Opportunities exist to strengthen scientific collaboration between South Africa and Europe through joint research and innovation projects.
Strengthening Science, Research and Innovation Cooperation between Europe and South Africa
