Pokhara University Research Center (PURC) announces applications for PURC Research Grants to be funded in the fiscal year 2082/83. The eligible applicants from the constituent and affiliated institutions of Pokhara University are encouraged to apply for the grants as per the guidelines of PURC Research Grants.
Key Dates
- Application submission starts: 9:00:00 AM, April 15, 2026 (Baisakh 02, 2083)
- Application submission ends: 11:59:59 PM, May 05, 2025 (Baisakh 22, 2083)
Grant details
| Grant category | Number of grants | Maximum amount per grant (NRs)* | Project duration | Application fee (NRs) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Collaborative Research Grant | 6 | 500,000.00 | One year six months | 1000.00 |
| Faculty Research Grant (Constituent institutions) | 8 | 150,000.00 (Dry Lab) 180,000.00 (Wet Lab) | One year | 500.00 |
| Faculty Research Grant (Affiliated institutions) | 8 | 150,000.00 (Dry Lab) 180,000.00 (Wet Lab) | One year | 500.00 |
* 15% Tax deductions will apply as per the University rule.
* Number of grants in both categories can be adjusted (total not exceeding 16) as per the number of applications.
Key eligibility criteria of the principal applicant
| Grant category | Eligibility |
|---|---|
| Collaborative Research Grant | Faculty member of a constituent institution |
| Faculty Research Grant (Constituent institutions) | Applicant(s) must be a faculty member of a Constituent Institution of Pokhara University with at least one year’s full-time teaching experience at the host institution. |
| Faculty Research Grant (Affiliated institutions) | Applicant(s) must be a faculty member of an Affiliated Institution of Pokhara University with at least one year’s full-time teaching experience at the host institution. |
Bank details for Application Fee Payment
- Account Name: Pokhara University – DEP
- Bank: Nabil Bank
- Account Number: 1201017500870
Key information
- Grant applications will be received electronically (only) using the link provided in the website. Submit Application Online: Click Here
- The eligibility criteria, application forms, proposal format, and other details can be found at the end of this notice.
- Applicant shall submit all the required documents as indicated within the deadline. Incomplete applications and applications received after the deadline shall be forbidden from further processing.
- Applicant shall submit a proof of application fee deposited at the designated bank account. Write "YOUR FULL NAME" in the “remarks” field while transferring the application fee via online mode.
- Further details can be found in PURC Research Grant Procedures 2080
- For further information, please email:
purc@pu.edu.np or admin.purc@pu.edu.np
or visit PURC in person or call: +977 61 504046
Application Documents
1. PURC research grant cover letter
2. PURC research grant application form
3. PURC research grant proposal format
4. Letter of institutional support
5. Plagiarism self-declaration form
6. Publication records of the principal applicant
7. Confirmation of publication of the previous PURC-funded research
8. Declaration of absence of PU faculty or school grants
