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A guide for applicants to understand the requirements and processes for submitting applications to the National Research Foundation.
- Who it is for:
- all applicants
- How to act on it:
- Download or view the guide on the NRF's official website.
This initiative promotes collaboration between European and South African research institutions, offering opportunities for joint projects and funding.
- Who it is for:
- researchers and institutions
- How to act on it:
- Explore partnership opportunities through the NRF's international engagement programmes.
A collaborative initiative to strengthen research ties between South Africa and Europe, offering funding and partnership opportunities.
- Who it is for:
- researchers and institutions
- How to act on it:
- Apply for partnership or funding under the EU-South Africa cooperation framework
Honours students are eligible to apply for funding support from DSTI-NRF for the 2026 academic year, aimed at promoting undergraduate research and development.
- Who it is for:
- honours students
- How to act on it:
- Submit application through the NRF website
Postgraduate students can apply for financial support for the 2026 academic year through the DSTI-NRF partnership. This funding is intended to assist in advancing research at the postgraduate level.
- Who it is for:
- postgraduate students
- How to act on it:
- Apply via the NRF portal
The National Research Foundation is processing honours applications for the 2026 academic year. Applicants will be notified once the review process is complete.
- Who it is for:
- honours students
- How to act on it:
- Await notification from the NRF after submission
Postgraduate students can apply for funding support from the DSTI-NRF for the 2027 academic year. This funding aims to support advanced studies in science and research fields.
- Who it is for:
- postgraduate students
- How to act on it:
- Apply via the official NRF application system
A guide is available to help applicants understand the process and criteria for applying to various NRF funding opportunities.
- Who it is for:
- all applicants
- How to act on it:
- Download or view the guide on the NRF website
Researchers can apply for evaluation and rating by the National Research Foundation for the year 2026. This process supports the assessment of researchers' performance and eligibility for future funding.
- Who it is for:
- researchers
- How to act on it:
- Submit application through the NRF online portal
Postgraduate students can apply for funding to support their studies in the 2026 academic year through the DSTI-NRF programme.
- Who it is for:
- postgraduate students
- How to act on it:
- Apply through the NRF’s official website during the active application window.
Opportunities for researchers to access funding and engagement programmes through the Human Frontier Science Program, supported by the NRF.
- Who it is for:
- researchers interested in international science collaboration
- How to act on it:
- Explore available opportunities via the NRF website and follow the linked program details.
A guide provided by the NRF to assist applicants in understanding how to apply for various funding opportunities, including eligibility criteria and submission procedures.
- Who it is for:
- all prospective applicants to NRF funding programmes
- How to act on it:
- Download and review the General Application Guide from the NRF website.