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Honours students can access funding from the DSTI-NRF program to support their studies during the 2026 academic year.
- Who it is for:
- honours students
- How to act on it:
- Apply through the NRF’s official application process for honours funding.
The NRF is processing applications from honours students for funding in 2026. Applicants must have submitted their forms prior to the deadline.
- Who it is for:
- honours students
- How to act on it:
- Wait for updates on application status via the NRF portal.
The Royal Society offers international funding opportunities for researchers. These are promoted by the NRF as potential external sources for South African scientists.
- Who it is for:
- researchers
- How to act on it:
- Visit the Royal Society's official website to explore available funding options.
The Human Frontier Science Program provides funding and engagement opportunities in frontier life sciences research. The NRF promotes these opportunities for South African researchers.
- Who it is for:
- researchers
- How to act on it:
- Explore available opportunities through the Human Frontier Science Program’s official website.
Postgraduate students can apply for financial support for the 2026 academic year under the DSTI-NRF funding program.
- Who it is for:
- postgraduate students
- How to act on it:
- Submit applications via the NRF’s official funding portal.
This programme supports black academics in advancing their careers through funding and capacity-building opportunities. Applications are open for the 2026 cycle.
- Who it is for:
- black academics
- How to act on it:
- Submit application through the NRF’s designated portal for the 2026 cycle
This funding supports postgraduate students in the 2026 academic year through a joint initiative between DSTI and the NRF. It aims to promote research and innovation at the postgraduate level.
- Who it is for:
- postgraduate students
- How to act on it:
- Apply via the NRF’s official website for the 2026 academic year
This refers to the ongoing processing of honours student applications submitted for the 2026 academic year under NRF funding schemes.
- Who it is for:
- honours students applying for NRF funding
- How to act on it:
- Ensure application submission and follow up through the NRF system for 2026
Researchers are invited to submit applications for evaluation and rating under the NRF’s research assessment framework. This process helps determine eligibility for ongoing funding and recognition.
- Who it is for:
- researchers in South Africa seeking formal assessment of their work
- How to act on it:
- Submit application through the NRF portal during the open call period
This programme provides funding and support to Black academics to advance their careers and research contributions in South Africa. It aims to promote equity and excellence in higher education and research.
- Who it is for:
- Black academics in South Africa
- How to act on it:
- Apply through the NRF’s official call for applications during the designated period
Postgraduate students can access financial support through this funding initiative, which enables them to conduct high-quality research across various disciplines in South Africa.
- Who it is for:
- postgraduate students in South Africa
- How to act on it:
- Apply during the open call period via the NRF application system
This funding supports honours students in South Africa who are pursuing research in science, engineering, and technology. The programme aims to strengthen research capacity at the undergraduate level.
- Who it is for:
- honours students in science, engineering, and technology fields
- How to act on it:
- Apply during the open call period via the NRF website