Research grant

NSERC Discovery Grants

Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada · Canada
Next deadline
2 November 2026
Funding
Up to five years (typically five years)
Type
Research project grant
Who it is for
Early-career faculty, Mid-career faculty, Senior faculty
Disciplines
Natural sciences, Engineering
Status
Open

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Details last checked on 21 October 2026. Deadlines and rules change every cycle. Always confirm on the official Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada page before applying.

About this grant

Long-term funding for ongoing research programmes in the natural sciences and engineering.

Who can apply

Faculty at eligible Canadian universities. Research must fall within natural sciences and engineering (not health). Only one Discovery Grant can be held at a time.

Frequently asked questions

Who can apply for the NSERC Discovery Grants?
Faculty at eligible Canadian universities. Research must fall within natural sciences and engineering (not health). Only one Discovery Grant can be held at a time.

What is the deadline for the NSERC Discovery Grants?
The next known deadline is 2 November 2026. Always confirm on the official page.

How much funding does the NSERC Discovery Grants offer?
Up to five years (typically five years)

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