Gandaki University, through the Research Centre, Innovation and Invention Centre (RC-II), is pleased to announce a Call for Proposals under the Gandaki Research Program (GRP) for the following funding schemes:
1. Graduate Research Grant (Master's & PhD)
Applications are invited from eligible Master's and PhD students enrolled in Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) within Gandaki Province.
Key Highlights:
- Funding:
- Master’s: Up to NPR 50,000
- PhD: Up to NPR 75,000 (dry lab)/ NPR 150,000 (wet lab)
- Supports thesis/dissertation research
- Minimum of 10 proposals each (Master's and PhD) will be funded (subject to budget availability)
- Applicants must have an approved supervisor and ongoing thesis/dissertation work
2. Collaborative Research Grant
Applications are invited from faculty/researchers for interdisciplinary and multi-institutional research projects.
Key Highlights:
- Funding: Up to NPR 10,00,000 per project
- Requires at least one collaborating partner institution (national or international)
- Project duration: Up to 24 months
- Emphasis on applied, impactful, and interdisciplinary research
Application Requirements
Applicants must submit:
- Cover letter and motivation
- Research proposal (as per prescribed format)
- CV(s) and Citizenship certificate
- Academic and institutional support documents
- Budget and timeline (Additional documents may be required as per specific grant guidelines.)
Evaluation Criteria
- Scientific merit and methodology
- Relevance to thematic priorities
- Feasibility and innovation
- Budget justification and timeline
- Collaboration (for collaborative grants)
Submission Deadline: April 27, 2026
Important Notes
Applicants must comply with Gandaki University research ethics and integrity guidelines.
Incomplete or late applications will not be considered.
For further details, please visit the website: http://www.gandakiuniversity.edu.np/
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