Funder: National Research Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): July 2026: First-time Master’s & Doctoral applications | November 2026: Honours (General) applications | August–September 2026: SARAO, Extension, and DA submissions | March 2027: Honours DA claim deadline
Funding Amounts: Honours: R163,892/year (FCS), R124,892/year (PCS); Master’s: R182,836/year (FCS), R126,836/year (PCS); Doctoral: R188,820/year (FCS), R131,320/year (PCS); typical duration: 1–3 years depending on level
Summary: Supports full-time Honours, Master’s, and Doctoral study at South African public universities in science, engineering, technology, social sciences, and humanities.
Key Information: All dates are projected; check the NRF program page for official updates.