Prime Minister Early Career Research Grant

Early career researchers are at the forefront of excellence and innovation, contributing significantly to the nation's advancement in science and technology. ANRF acknowledges that early career researchers are dedicated to doing top-notch research, bringing in fresh perspectives, innovative ideas, and a desire to push the boundaries of knowledge. The early career researchers' dedication will play a major role in advancing ANRF's goals of establishing the nation as a global leader in science and technology and fostering a thriving research ecosystem. ANRF believes that it is its duty to empower and assist early career researchers in their quest for research excellence by giving them a supportive environment that allows them to carry out research efficiently and adaptably. Pursuant to this objective, ANRF is initiating the program, Prime Minister's Early Career Research Grant to assist researchers to initiate their research career in a new institution with a flexible budget and progressive initiatives for ease of doing research.

Last Date:02:12:2026

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International Travel Scheme (ITS)

International Travel Support (ITS) Scheme provides financial assistance to Indian researchers for presenting a research paper in an international scientific event (conference, seminar, workshop etc.) held abroad. In addition, support is also provided to young scientists (age limit below 35 years as on date of start of the event) for attending training programmes, Short-term schools and Workshops. The maximum duration for training programs, schools, and workshops is limited to 21 days. Economy class air-fare by the shortest route, airport-tax and visa fees are provided under the scheme. Registration fee as per actual or Rs. 50,000/- whichever is less will be provided to young scientist (Age< 35 on the date of start of event) in addition to the above support. Applications can be submitted within the window of 60-90 days in advance from the date of start of the event. The system will not accept early or late submission of applications. However, applicant who has already submitted a proposal will not be eligible to apply again within next 90 days from the date of submission of the first application.

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BioInnovation Institute & Science Translational Medicine Prize for Innovations in Women’s Health

The prize is presented for outstanding research performed by the applicant as described in a 1,000-word essay. The Grand Prize winner will be awarded a cash prize of USD 25,000 and will be provided reasonable travel and accommodation for the awards ceremony, if applicable.  They will also receive a 5-year digital subscription to Science Translational Medicine and have their winning essay published online in Science Translational Medicine.

Last Date: 1:11:2026

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BioInnovation Institute & Science Prize for Innovation

Through the BioInnovation Institute & Science Prize for Innovation, the editors of Science seek to recognize bold researchers who are asking fundamental questions at the intersection of the life sciences and entrepreneurship. We seek scientists who can show that they have reached across field boundaries with an enthusiasm that combines outstanding basic science with an eye toward application in the marketplace.

Last Date:1:11:2026

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DST invites nominations for 76th MEETING OF NOBEL LAUREATES & STUDENTS Lindau, Germany during June 27 – July 2, 2027

Each year since 1951, Nobel Prize winners in Chemistry, Physics, Physiology or Medicine have been meeting in Lindau, Germany, to discuss major issues of importance to their fields with students from around the world. The meetings include lectures, panel/ round-table discussions on interdisciplinary topics and informal small- group meetings with the Nobel Prize winners. The DST has been sending a group of students / young researchers to these meetings since 2001.
It is intended to send a group of Indian Students /young researchers to the 76th Meeting of Nobel Laureates & Students during 27th June to 2nd July 2027, which is dedicated to Physiology/ Medicine.
Applications are invited from bright and young students and researchers in the above disciplines for availing this award. The lectures and discussions are at a level appropriate for students/researchers in their early research careers.

Last Date:23:10:2026

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NOSTER & Science Microbiome Prize

The NOSTER & Science Microbiome Prize has been established to reward innovative research by young investigators working on the functional attributes of the microbiota of any organism that has potential to contribute to our understanding of human or veterinary health and disease or to guide therapeutic interventions. 

Last Date:14:2:2027

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[ASEM-DUO] Launch of the DUO-CIMEA/Italy Fellowship and Call for Applications

DUO-CIMEA/ltaly Fellowship Programme is managed by CIMEA with an aim to promote exchanges of Professors/Researchers/Ph.D students between Italy and 20 Asian ASEM member countries on a balanced and permanent basis. DUO-CIMEA/Italy is open to applications from March 2025 until October 31, 2026 (Italian local time). Under this fellowship programme, Professors/Researcher/Ph.D students of Asian university can have financial supports for their exchanges with Italy.

Last Date:31:10:2026

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Inclusivity Research Grant (IRG)

Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) has been established through an Act of Parliament (ANRF Act 2023) to undertake initiatives including seeding, growing and facilitating research at academic and research institutions.The ANRF Governing Board in its First Meeting Chaired by Hon'ble Prime Minister discussed several areas of strategic interventions that include global positioning of India in key sectors, aligning R&D with national priorities, promoting inclusive growth, and capacity building. ANRF in its endeavour to facilitate equal participation of researchers from all sectors of society, has initiated the scheme Inclusivity Research Grant (IRG). IRG scheme will provide funding support to researchers belonging to the Scheduled Caste /Scheduled Tribe to undertake research in frontier areas of science and engineering. It aims to provide a platform for researchers to further their capacity and move on to mainstream research programs.

Last Date:03:11:2026

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International Travel Scheme (ITS)

International Travel Support (ITS) Scheme provides financial assistance to Indian researchers for presenting a research paper in an international scientific event (conference, seminar, workshop, etc.) held abroad. In addition, support is also provided to young scientists (age limit below 35 years as on date of start of the event) for attending training programmes, Short-term schools and Workshops. The maximum duration for training programs, schools, and workshops is limited to 21 days. Economy class air-fare by shortest route, airport-tax and visa fees are provided under the scheme. Registration fee as per actual or Rs. 50,000/- whichever is less will be provided to young scientist (Age< 35 on the date of start of event) in addition to the above support. Applications can be submitted within the window of 60-90 days in advance from the date of start of the event. The system will not accept early or late submission of applications. However, applicant who has already submitted a proposal will not be eligible to apply again within next 90 days from the date of submission of the first application.

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BiO Global South Conference Travel Grants

BiO Global South Conference Travel Grants are aimed at early-career researchers based in the Global South wanting to attend international scientific meetings relating to the broad areas of research covered by the journal. Applicants will usually be PhD students and post-doctoral researchers at the beginning of their research careers. Applications are also welcome from independent group leaders and PIs with no independent funding

Last Date:20.11.2026

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