RGC Research Fellow Scheme/RGC Senior Research Fellow Scheme
Five-year fellowships for Hong Kong university Associate and full Professors to conduct high-impact research and mentor future talent, with teaching relief and support across all disciplines.
Funder: Hong Kong Research Grants Council
Due Dates (Anticipated): November 2026 (Nomination deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: HK$5.6M (RFS) or HK$8.5M (SRFS) per award over 60 months; 10 awards per scheme annually
Summary: 5-year fellowships for outstanding Hong Kong university researchers (Associate or full Professors) providing research support and teaching relief to advance research and mentor future talent.
Key Information: Only UGC-funded universities in Hong Kong may nominate; strict eligibility and nomination quotas apply.
Description
The RGC Research Fellow Scheme (RFS) and RGC Senior Research Fellow Scheme (SRFS) are prestigious, competitive fellowships supporting outstanding researchers at UGC-funded universities in Hong Kong. These schemes enable selected Associate Professors (RFS) and full Professors (SRFS) to focus on research by providing relief from teaching and administrative duties for five years. The aim is to facilitate high-impact research and to nurture the next generation of local research talent. Each year, up to ten awards are made for each scheme, spanning all academic disciplines.
