About the Grant
The Advanced Research Grant (ARG) is a flagship funding programme launched by the Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF), India, under the ANRF Act, 2023. This competitive scheme supports high-impact fundamental and use-inspired applied research in science and technology. Designed to strengthen India’s R&D landscape, the grant fosters interdisciplinary collaboration, innovation, and research with transformative societal outcomes.
The programme supports early-career, mid-career, and senior researchers based at recognised Indian institutions and encourages proposals with bold ideas, collaborative spirit, and national or global relevance. Aligned with the National Education Policy (NEP) and the Viksit Bharat mission, the ARG seeks to fuel India’s growth in cutting-edge knowledge and technology.
Grant Details
- Grant Name: Advanced Research Grant (ARG)
- Funding Agency/Institution: Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF)
- Location: India
- Research Field(s): Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM), Environmental Studies
- Grant Type: Project Grant / Collaborative Grant
- Project Duration: Up to 5 years (typically 3+1+1 format)
- Funding Amount: Up to ₹5 Crores
- Grant Start Date (Expected): Late 2025 or Early 2026
- Mode of Research: Individual / Institutional / Collaborative / Interdisciplinary
- Application Type: Open Call
Research Areas Supported
Applicants must select one of the following official Verticals under ARG as their primary research domain:
- Chemical Sciences – I (Inorganic and Physical Chemistry)
- Chemical Sciences – II (Organic Chemistry)
- Animal Sciences
- Plant Sciences
- Biomedical and Health Sciences
- Interdisciplinary Biological Sciences
- Mathematical Sciences
- Earth and Atmospheric Sciences
- Physical Sciences – I (Condensed Matter Physics & Materials Science)
- Physical Sciences – II (Photonics, High Energy Physics, Nuclear Physics, Astronomy)
- Chemical & Environmental Engineering
- Civil, Infrastructure and Transportation Engineering
- Materials, Mining and Minerals Engineering
- Mechanical, Manufacturing, Aerospace Engineering and Robotics
- Electrical, Electronics and Computer Engineering
- Quantitative Social Sciences
Eligibility Criteria
Minimum Requirements
- Academic Qualifications: PhD in Science, Mathematics, Engineering, Medicine, OR Master’s in Medicine/Surgery/Dental with 2 years of research experience
- Career Stage: Early-career / Mid-career / Established Researchers
- Nationality/Residency: Indian Citizens; Foreign Nationals (including OCI/PIO) employed in Indian institutions
- Affiliation Requirements: Must be affiliated with recognised academic or research institutions in India
- Experience Level: Minimum 2 years of relevant research experience
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior leadership in research projects
- Strong publication record
- Proven ability to work in interdisciplinary teams
Not Eligible
- PhD scholars (Full-time/Part-time)
- Ad-hoc/guest/contract faculty
- Postdoctoral fellows, consultants, or project staff without a regular position
Grant Benefits
- Funding Support: Research personnel, consumables, fieldwork, software, equipment, cloud access, publication costs
- Travel Allowance: Up to ₹5 Lakhs, including international travel
- Lab/Research Material Costs: Covered under recurring head
- Collaborative Research Funding: Multi-institution support permitted
- Publication or Dissemination Support: Open-access publication and patent filing charges supported (with prior approval)
- Host Institution Support: Institutional overheads provided as per ANRF norms
- Professional Development Opportunities: Encouragement for collaboration with emerging institutions and cross-disciplinary mentoring
Key Responsibilities
- Execute the research project as per approved proposal
- Submit timely progress reports and deliverables
- Ensure proper utilisation of funds
- Maintain ethical and administrative compliance
- Disseminate findings through high-impact publications, presentations, and patents
Application Process
How to Apply
- Submission Mode: Online application
- Application Portal: https://www.anrfonline.in
Submission Steps:
- Register/Login on the ANRF portal
- Complete the profile information
- Fill the pre-proposal and full proposal forms
- Upload necessary documents
- Submit before the deadline
Required Documents
- Completed Application Form
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Research Proposal / Project Description (Max 15 pages)
- Budget Plan
- Letter of Endorsement from Host Institution
- Ethical Approval Statement (if applicable)
- Prior Work or Publications (if applicable)
- Reference Letters (if required)
Important Dates
- Call Opens: 12 June 2025
- Deadline: 7 July 2025, 5:00 PM IST
- Review Period: July–August 2025
- Results Notification: Expected by October 2025
- Project Start Date: Late 2025 or Early 2026
Where to Apply
- Institution Website: https://www.anrfonline.in
- Official Grant Page: https://www.anrfonline.in
- Apply Online: https://www.anrfonline.in
