Funder: National Research Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): March 2026 (Full application) | April 2026 (DA/institutional submission)
Funding Amounts: Doctoral: R188,820/year (FCS) or R131,320/year (PCS), max 3 years; Master's: R182,836/year (FCS) or R126,836/year (PCS), max 2 years; Honours: R163,892/year (FCS) or R124,892/year (PCS), 1 year; plus allowances.
Summary: Supports South African and eligible international postgraduate students for full-time honours, master's, and doctoral research in all disciplines, with a focus on equity and national priorities.
Key Information: Applicants must apply via NRF Connect and adhere to strict eligibility and documentation rules; only full-time students are eligible.