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Information on the rules governing eligibility for multiple grants from the NRF, helping researchers understand how they can apply for more than one funding opportunity without conflict.
- Who it is for:
- researchers applying for multiple NRF grants
- How to act on it:
- Review the criteria on the NRF website
Postgraduate students in South Africa can apply for financial support from the DSTI-NRF programme to fund their studies during the 2027 academic year. This funding aims to promote research capacity and development at higher education institutions.
- Who it is for:
- postgraduate students
- How to act on it:
- Apply via the NRF's official application portal
Postgraduate students can apply for financial support to pursue their studies in science, engineering, or technology fields under the DSTI-NRF funding programme.
- Who it is for:
- postgraduate students
- How to act on it:
- Apply through the NRF’s student funding portal using the reference number NRF/SAEON SMCRI/22/202324
Black academics can apply for support under this programme aimed at advancing equity and inclusion in higher education and research in South Africa.
- Who it is for:
- black academics
- How to act on it:
- Submit an application through the NRF portal using the reference number NRF/SAEON SMCRI/22/202324
Honours students can apply for financial assistance to support their studies in science and related disciplines through the DSTI-NRF honours funding programme.
- Who it is for:
- honours students
- How to act on it:
- Apply via the NRF’s student funding portal using the reference number NRF/SAEON SMCRI/22/202324
Researchers can apply to be evaluated and rated by the National Research Foundation for research excellence. This evaluation determines eligibility for future funding and recognition.
- Who it is for:
- researchers
- How to act on it:
- Apply via the NRF online portal using the reference number NRF/SAEON SMCRI/22/202324
This opportunity is an official announcement of the successful applicants selected for the 2026 Black Academics Advancement Programme, which supports black academics in South Africa through funding and development opportunities. The programme aims to strengthen equity and inclusion in higher education and research.
- Who it is for:
- black academics in south africa who applied for the 2026 BAAP programme
- How to act on it:
- no action required; the list of successful applicants is published online
This programme supports black academics in South Africa through funding and capacity-building initiatives, aiming to advance equity and representation in higher education and research.
- Who it is for:
- black academics in South Africa
- How to act on it:
- Apply through the NRF portal during the open call period
This opportunity provides international funding and collaboration opportunities for researchers in South Africa working in frontier science areas.
- Who it is for:
- researchers in frontier science fields in South Africa
- How to act on it:
- Explore and apply via the Human Frontier Science Program’s official website
This opportunity supports collaborative research projects between South African and European scientists, aiming to enhance scientific cooperation and innovation.
- Who it is for:
- researchers in South Africa collaborating with European partners
- How to act on it:
- Apply through the NRF’s partnership programme when calls are open
Postgraduate students in South Africa can apply for funding to support their studies during the 2027 academic year through a joint programme between the Department of Science and Technology and the NRF.
- Who it is for:
- postgraduate students in South Africa
- How to act on it:
- Submit an application via the NRF website or through institutional channels
Honours students in South Africa can apply for financial support for the 2026 academic year through a collaboration between the Department of Science and Technology and the NRF.
- Who it is for:
- honours students in South Africa
- How to act on it:
- Apply through the NRF's official application system or via university representatives