Application Deadline:
28 October 2026
About Organisation
The Foundation for Scholarly Research supports high-quality academic research that advances knowledge and addresses important global challenges. Through its research funding programmes, the foundation encourages investigator-led projects across diverse disciplines while promoting innovation, collaboration, and evidence-based solutions. It funds research aligned with its strategic priorities and special initiatives, helping researchers generate meaningful scientific and scholarly outcomes. The Core Research Grant Program 2026 reflects the foundation’s commitment to strengthening research capacity worldwide by providing flexible financial support for qualified researchers, enabling them to undertake impactful projects that contribute to academic excellence and long-term societal progress.
About the Grant
The Core Research Grant Program 2026 provides funding of up to USD 200,000 for investigator-led scholarly research aligned with the foundation’s research priorities and special initiatives. The programme supports high-quality, peer-reviewed projects that generate new knowledge and promote academic excellence. Funding may be used for researcher salaries, eligible research expenses, and approved project costs. Grants exceeding USD 75,000 also include an additional 15% indirect cost according to programme guidelines. By offering flexible financial support, the programme enables researchers to focus on innovative studies with strong academic value and the potential for meaningful scientific and societal impact.
Who can Apply?
The programme is open to Principal Investigators (PIs) and Co-Principal Investigators (Co-PIs) from anywhere in the world. Applicants are generally expected to hold a doctoral degree. However, exceptional candidates without a doctorate may also apply if they demonstrate a distinguished academic or professional background and proven ability to conduct high-quality, peer-reviewed scholarly research. There are no nationality or institutional location restrictions, making the programme accessible to eligible researchers globally. Applicants should submit proposals that align with the foundation’s research priorities and demonstrate strong research methodology, academic significance, and the capacity to successfully complete the proposed project.
How to Apply?
Applicants should review the foundation’s research priorities, confirm their eligibility, and prepare a detailed research proposal aligned with the programme objectives. Include a realistic budget covering salary support and eligible research expenses while following the prescribed budget guidelines. Ensure the proposal clearly explains the research objectives, methodology, expected outcomes, and overall impact before submitting the completed application by 28 October 2026.
Application Deadline
The application deadline is 28 October 2026.
Last Date To Apply
For more information, please visit the grant website here.
