[Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)](https://www.cdc.gov)

January 2, 2026 (Forecasted)

Estimated total program funding: $5,000,000 | Expected number of awards: 2 | Award ceiling/floor not specified

Supports strengthening public health systems in India to prevent, detect, and respond to infectious disease outbreaks and public health emergencies.

Forecasted opportunity; dates and details may change—monitor the program page for updates.

--- ## Description This opportunity aims to enhance the capacity and sustainability of district, state, and national public health systems in India, aligning with the Global Health Security Agenda (GHSA) priorities. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) will collaborate with the Government of India (GoI) to strengthen the ability to control disease outbreaks at their source and neutralize public health threats. The program will focus on transitioning CDC-supported GHSA initiatives to Indian institutions such as the National Centre for Disease Control, National Health Mission, Indian Council of Medical Research, National Disaster Management Authority, National Institute of Disaster Management, and All India Institute of Medical Sciences. The initiative seeks to bolster India's public health capacity through a One Health approach and in accordance with International Health Regulations, focusing on five key areas: - Public health workforce development - Disease surveillance - Laboratory systems - Emergency preparedness and response - Antimicrobial resistance --- ## Due Dates - Estimated application due date: January 2, 2026 (11:59 pm ET, electronic submission required) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Estimated total program funding: $5,000,000 - Expected number of awards: 2 - Award ceiling: Not specified - Award floor: Not specified - Funding Instrument: Cooperative Agreement --- ## Eligibility Eligible applicants include: - State governments - County governments - City or township governments - Special district governments - Independent school districts - Public and State controlled institutions of higher education - Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) - Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities - Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments) - Nonprofits with or without 501(c)(3) status (other than institutions of higher education) - Private institutions of higher education - For-profit organizations (including small businesses) - Unrestricted (open to any type of entity listed above) No cost sharing or matching requirement. --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted electronically via Grants.gov by the due date. - The opportunity is currently in forecast status; the official Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) is expected to be posted on or after November 3, 2025. - Applicants should closely monitor the [grants.gov listing](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/360336) for updates, detailed application instructions, and final deadlines. --- ## Additional Information - The program is designed to transition CDC-supported initiatives to Indian government institutions, enhancing sustainability. - Focuses on One Health and International Health Regulations compliance. - Award start date is anticipated to be September 30, 2026. - For more details, refer to the [grants.gov opportunity page](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/360336). --- ## External Links - [Grants.gov Opportunity Listing (CDC-RFA-JG-26-0051)](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/360336) - [Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) – Global Health](https://www.cdc.gov/globalhealth/index.html) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Email | Phone | |-------------------|--------------------------------------|---------------| | Broderick Yoerg | [DGHPNOFOs@cdc.gov](mailto:DGHPNOFOs@cdc.gov) | 404.234.0666 |

Enhancing Capacity & Accelerating Sustainability of Public Health Systems in India to Prevent, Detect and Respond to Infectious Disease Outbreaks and Other Public Health Emergencies

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