FellowshipCycle: One call per year; guidelines on the IGMS portal (researchgrant.gov.sg).

NRF Fellowship (Singapore)

National Research Foundation, Singapore Singapore · open to applicants worldwide

Five-year research grant for early-career researchers of any nationality to lead independent research in Singapore, covering staff, equipment and consumables.

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Also: 5 years of independent research funding.

One call per year; guidelines on the IGMS portal (researchgrant.gov.sg).

How to apply: through igms (you need an account there).

What to prepare: proposal, cv, references.

From the official page (checked 2026-10-21): “outstanding young scientists and researchers of all nationalities are welcome to apply”

Who can apply

Open to researchers

What you will need

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How to apply

Applications go through the official page (igms), which needs an account in your name.

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Key facts

Timing: Cycle: One call per year; guidelines on the IGMS portal (researchgrant.gov.sg).
What you get: 5 years of independent research funding
Also included: 5 years of independent research funding
Where: Singapore · open to applicants worldwide
Language: EN
Last checked: 21 October 2026

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