LIRC@SFIT

Are you a researcher, faculty member, scientist or academician looking for research funding opportunities? November 2026 brings several important fellowship and research grant calls from prominent Indian funding agencies. The Learning and Information Resource Centre (LIRC), St. Francis Institute of Technology, brings you a compilation of research opportunities to help the academic and research community identify potential funding avenues and plan their research proposals. Research Proposals and Fellowship Opportunities – November 2026 Research Opportunity Funding Agency Last Date ICSSR Senior Fellowship 2026–2027 (2nd Call) ICSSR 20 November 2026 First in the World Challenge Grants 2026 ICMR 30 November 2026 1. ICSSR Senior Fellowship 2026–2027 – Second Call Funding Agency: Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR) The Indian Council of Social Science Research invites applications from eligible Indian scholars for its Senior Fellowship Scheme for the financial year 2026–2027. ...

 The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) , under the Government of India, invites researchers and eligible institutions to participate in various research funding initiatives aimed at advancing biomedical science, healthcare innovation and public health research. ICMR's official Call for Proposals webpage provides updates on funding opportunities, expressions of interest, special research initiatives and institutional research programmes. These calls offer avenues for researchers to develop innovative solutions to healthcare challenges and contribute to evidence-based medical research. Selected Current Opportunities Researchers may explore the following announcements listed on the official ICMR portal: Food and Diet-Based Approaches for Non-Communicable Diseases: An expression of interest focused on dietary approaches to the prevention and management of non-communicable diseases. Last date: 30 October 2026 . ICMR Intramural Research Programme 2026: A research funding oppor...

The Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) has invited proposals under its Impact Centres of Excellence (ACE) Programme , an initiative aimed at strengthening India's research and innovation ecosystem and developing world-class research capabilities in science, technology and engineering. The programme seeks to support institutions in establishing high-impact research centres that advance scientific excellence, foster innovation, encourage collaboration and contribute to national development. Key Objectives The ACE Programme aims to: Establish globally competitive research centres in selected frontier areas. Strengthen institutional research infrastructure and attract outstanding researchers. Promote national and international research collaborations. Encourage innovation, entrepreneurship and impactful scientific outcomes. Improve institutional research performance and international rankings. Build sustainable research partnerships with emerging institutions. Who Can Appl...

UGC-DAE CSR Collaborative Research Proposals : DBT - Call for Proposals BIRAC - eYuva Scheme Google - Academic Research Awards India - Science and Technology Anusandhan National Research Foundation India - Bioscience Grants

The Foundation for Advancing Science and Technology (FAST India) has opened applications for the 4th edition of the India Science Book Fellowship . This initiative supports scientists, journalists, and science communicators in writing popular, non-fiction science books. With the deadline rapidly approaching on August 23, 2026 , this is a time-sensitive opportunity for writers to secure financial and editorial backing for their projects. ⚡ The Essential Highlights Financial Grant: Up to ₹10 Lakhs , paid in four installments over one year. Expert Mentorship: Receive feedback from world-class publishers, bestselling science authors, and focus groups. Publishing Support: Professional guidance in moving from manuscript to publication. Visibility: Networking opportunities and participation in book launch events. Deadline: August 23, 2026 . 📌 Eligibility & Scope Who Can Apply: Anyone based in India interested in writing a science and technology book. Team/Individual: Individuals ...

DBT - Emerging Frontiers in Biotechnology DST - Recovery and Recycling of End of Life Solar PV Panels/Modules DST - Special Call on Carbon Capture Utilisation (CCU) deployment in Cement Sector DST - Cognitive Science Research Initiative DST - NEW AND EMERGING ENERGY STORAGE TECHNOLOGIES (NEST) WADA_Scientific Research Grants ICAR- NASF -Welfare-Indian Council of Agricultural Research/National Agricultural Science Fund Ministry of Coal- Coal Ministry Invites Proposals for Research & Development in Coal Sector Research Grants Open Throughout the Year DBT - epromis BIRAC - Early Translation Accelerators (ETAs) BIRAC - BioNEST Scheme CSIR - Research Grants Gujarat Council on Science and Technology (GUJCOST) Gujarat State Biotechnology Mission (GSBTM) IGSTC - Women Involvement in Science and Engineering Research (WISER)