Funder: National Research Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): May 2026: Full application / Applicant closing date (projected) | May 2026: Designated Authority (DA) submission to NRF closing date (projected)
Funding Amounts: Honours: R163,892 (FCS) / R124,892 (PCS) per year; Master's: R182,836 (FCS) / R126,836 (PCS) per year (max 2 years); Doctoral: R188,820 (FCS) / R131,320 (PCS) per year (max 3 years); plus allowances.
Summary: Supports full-time honours, master's, and doctoral students at South African public universities in all research areas, with a focus on transformation, equity, and national priorities.
Key Information: Only full-time students are eligible; strict age and academic requirements apply; application via NRF Connect.