CLINICAL RESEARCH SECRETARIAT

Empowering Clinical Research with Innovation & Excellence at TMC
RESEARCH FUNDING

Type: Research grants, fellowships, innovation grants (Clinical Research)

Programs: SERB Core Research Grants, Women Scientist Scheme, INSPIRE

Application Link: anrfonline.in

Application Format: Online submission; detailed project proposals required

Focus: Basic and applied science, innovation, women in science, early career researchers

Other Info: Strong focus on fundamental research and capacity building

Grant Scheme Objective & Eligibility Nature & Duration Selection & Mode How to Apply Online
Advanced Research Grant (ARG) • Support high impact fundamental/applied research in frontier areas (natural sciences, engineering, environmental, social sciences).
• PI and Co-PI(s): Indian citizens/eligible foreign nationals with PhD/MD/MS/MDS/MVSc.
• Must hold regular faculty appointments. Superannuated PIs eligible if Co-PI has ≥5 years remaining service. 		• Covers equipment, manpower, consumables, travel, contingency & overheads.
• Duration: Typically 3 years (no strict limit).
• Average funding ~₹35 lakh. 		• Submit one proposal per call.
• Evaluation by Program Advisory Committee with potential presentation/discussion.
• Apply via ANRF online portal. 		• Refer following site for grant details www.anrfonline.in.
• Fill profile (biodata, photo).
• Submit title, summary, objectives, budget, outcomes.
• Upload PDF docs: biodata, endorsements, proposals, plagiarism undertaking.
Inclusivity Research Grant (IRG)/EMEQ • Enhance research opportunities for SC/ST researchers.
• Enables transition to mainstream frontier research.
• Open only to eligible SC/ST PIs. 		• Up to ₹60 lakh + overheads for 3 years.
• Flexible norms like PM ECRG.
• Supports manpower, travel (incl. international), publications, patents. 		• Online application via ANRF portal.
• Selection process mirrors PM ECRG.
• Formerly known as EMEQ. 		• Refer following site for grant details www.anrfonline.in.
• Upload proposal details + supporting docs as per templates.
• Submit online per portal instructions.
Prime Minister’s Early Career Research Grant (PM ECRG) (formerly SRG) • Assist early career researchers to initiate independent research careers, with a flexible budget; expands on earlier SRG Serbonline+3Anusandhan National Research Foundation+3Serbonline+3
• Indian citizens (PIO/OCI eligible with Indian Co PI), PhD/MD/MS/MDS/MVSc, regular academic/research position, joined institution within 2 years; age ≤42 years (relaxations apply) Serbonline+4Anusandhan National Research Foundation+4Serbonline+4
 • Up to ₹60 lakh + overheads for three years; flexibility in budget heads, manpower, travel, contingency, publication/patent; international travel allowed; max 700 grants/year Serbonline+3Anusandhan National Research Foundation+3Serbonline+3
 • o Online proposal via ANRF; evaluated by Expert Committee; only one proposal per call; no extensions or transfers allowed (with limited exceptions) Serbonline+9Anusandhan National Research Foundation+9Serbonline+9
 • Refer following site for grant details www.anrfonline.in.
Science and Engineering Research Board (SERB) • Support emerging women researchers in frontier science & engineering
• Women Indian citizens; PI without prior POWER grant; no Co‑PI allowed 		• Single‑PI grant; fixed tenure; no extension allowed
 • Expert Committee review based on PI’s credentials and scientific merit Application Mode Online only via SERBONLINE and SERB website
 • Refer following site for grant details www.anrfonline.in.

Type: Innovation grants, startup funding, research grants

Programs: BIG, Biotechnology Ignition Grant, SBIRI, SEED Fund

Application Links: BIRAC CFP Portal

Application Formats: Online submission; business and research proposals

Focus: Biotechnology innovation, startups, translational research

Other Info: Strong industry-academia focus, supports biotech startups

Type: Research grants, fellowships, collaborative projects

Programs: Extramural Research, Task Force Projects, Centres for Advanced Research

Application Link: icmr.gov.in

Application Format: Online submission; detailed research proposals

Focus: Biomedical & health research, public health, disease control

Other Info: Priority to translational and national health challenge-based research

Grant Scheme Objective & Eligibility Nature & Duration Selection & Mode How to Apply Online
Extramural Grants • Open to non-ICMR scientists.
• Standard Extramural & Centre for Advanced Research (CAR).
• Multidisciplinary, public health focus. 		• Online via ePMS.
• CAR: in-depth projects with hub potential.
• CAR deadline: Sep 1, 2025. 		• External peer review + ICMR expert committees.
• Portal-based submissions. 		• Apply at ICMR Portal.
• Proposal + required docs as per scheme.

Type: Collaborative research grants, capacity building

Programs: Cancer research projects, training programs

Application Links: NCG Research Funding

Application Formats: Online submission for collaborative projects

Focus: Cancer research, clinical trials, capacity building

Other Info: Network of cancer centers across India

Application Links: IASCC

Type: Research Grant (Investigator-initiated proposals in supportive care in cancer)

Programs: IASCC Research Grant 2025 — open to Indian clinicians/oncologists, oncology nurses, researchers from academic / public / private institutions. Supports original research in supportive care in cancer.

Application Links: IASCC
Submit Your Proposal Now: IASCC Application

Application Formats required: Title of the Project, Principal Investigator's Name, Affiliation & Contact, Rationale and Gaps in Knowledge, Objectives & Methodology (study design, sample size, plan, statistical analysis), Expected Timeline

Focus: Funding supportive care research in cancer; encouraging research by clinicians / oncology professionals in India; facilitating presentation of shortlisted proposals; awarding top projects (grant up to INR 500,000)

Website Links: ISMPO

Type: Research Grant (Investigator-initiated oncology studies)

Programs: ISMPO Research Grant 2025 — supports original cancer research by Indian clinicians and researchers.

Application Links: ISMPO | Email: ismposecretary@gmail.com

Application Format and Deadline: Full proposal (as per ISMPO template) + Cover Letter, compiled as one PDF; Every year April End.

Focus: Funding small-scale oncology and supportive care research (up to ₹5,00,000) to promote innovation and clinical impact in cancer care.

Type: Research grants, fellowships, project funding

Programs: NHMRC Investigator Grants, Project Grants, Cancer Council Research Grants

Application Links: Cancer Council Research Portal

Application Formats: Online submission portals

Focus: Health and medical research, cancer research, public health

Other Info: Competitive; emphasis on translational and clinical research

Type: Research grants (Starting, Consolidator, Advanced Grants)

Programs: ERC Grants, Horizon Europe calls

Application Links: ERC Homepage, Funding & Tenders Portal

Application Formats: Online submission via Funding & Tenders Portal

Focus: Frontier research, innovation, interdisciplinary projects

Other Info: Highly competitive; emphasis on scientific excellence

Type: Research grants, training grants, cooperative agreements

Programs: R01 Research Project Grants, K Awards (Career Development), P01 Program Project Grants

Application Links: NIH Funding Portal

Application Formats: Electronic Research Administration (eRA Commons) submission

Focus: Biomedical research, cancer research, clinical trials

Other Info: Highly competitive; detailed guidelines and review process

Type: Cancer research grants, collaborative projects

Programs: Terry Fox New Frontiers Program, Terry Fox Research Institute Grants

Application Links: TFRI Funding Portal

Application Formats: Online submission; detailed research proposals

Focus: Cancer research, translational research, innovation

Other Info: Focus on collaborative and multidisciplinary research

Type: Grants, fellowships, capacity building

Programs: UICC Fellowships, Research Grants, Advocacy Grants

Application Links: UICC Funding Portal

Application Formats: Online submission

Focus: Cancer control, advocacy, research capacity building

Other Info: Emphasis on global cancer control and equity

Type: Research grants, fellowships, innovation grants (Clinical Research)

Programs: SERB Core Research Grants, Women Scientist Scheme, INSPIRE

Application Link: anrfonline.in

Application Format: Online submission; detailed project proposals required

Focus: Basic and applied science, innovation, women in science, early career researchers

Other Info: Strong focus on fundamental research and capacity building

Grant Scheme Objective & Eligibility Nature & Duration Selection & Mode How to Apply Online
ARG – MATRICS (Mathematical Research Impact Centric Support) • Fixed grant for active researchers in Mathematical, Theoretical Sciences, or Quantitative Social Sciences.
• Only PI allowed (no Co-PI); OCI/PIO eligible without Co-PI.
• One submission per call. 		• ₹5 lakh per annum + overheads for up to 5 years.
• Up to ₹5 lakh total for international travel.
• Supports books, minor equipment, software, travel, collaborative visits. 		• Online submission.
• Selection by Expert Committee based on PI's credentials, publication record, and research content. 		• Register/login on www.anrfonline.in.
• Fill profile template.
• Upload PDFs: CV, proposal, publication list, endorsements, plagiarism undertaking.
Prime Minister’s Early Career Research Grant (PM ECRG) • Supports early career researchers to initiate independent research.
• Indian citizens (PIO/OCI with Indian Co-PI); PhD/MD/MS/MDS/MVSc.
• Must have joined the institution within 2 years; age ≤42 years (relaxations apply). 		• Up to ₹60 lakh + overheads for 3 years.
• Budget flexible: manpower, travel, contingency, publication/patent.
• Max 700 grants/year. 		• Online submission via ANRF.
• Evaluated by Expert Committee.
• One proposal per call; no extensions/transfers except in special cases. 		• Register at www.anrfonline.in.
• Fill project title, keywords, objectives, outcomes, budget, etc.
• Upload a single PDF (proposal + supporting docs ≤10 MB).
IMPRINT 2 (Impacting Research Innovation & Technology) • Encourages academia–industry collaboration in national priority areas.
• Open to PIs from academia/R&D institutions; industry partners encouraged.
• Fosters equity and inclusion in research. 		• Duration ~3 years (extendable).
• Supports manpower, equipment, consumables, travel, overheads.
• Specifics vary with each call. 		• Competitive call on ANRF portal.
• Evaluation based on innovation, priority relevance, and collaboration quality. 		• Register at www.anrfonline.in.
• Collaborate with industry, submit joint proposal under IMPRINT 2 section.
• Upload required documents as per instructions.

Type: Innovation ignitions and enterprise acceleration programs, typically through competitive calls under biotechnology and translational themes.

Application Link: https://www.birac.nic.in/cfp.php

Application Format: Online submission via BIRAC portals

Other Info:

  • Eligibility: Indian-registered companies (LLP/Pvt Ltd with ≥51% Indian ownership), recognized institutes (SIROs), academic organizations, NGOs
  • Funding & Disbursement: Milestone-based grants, flexible budgets, governed by Grant Letter Agreement (GLA); no royalty obligation
  • Monitoring: Technical review by SAG/Expert Committees; periodic reports (technical + financial – UC/SoE)
  • Global Access Clause: Ensures affordability and knowledge dissemination for developing country needs (where applicable)
Grant Scheme Objective & Eligibility Nature & Duration Selection & Mode How to Apply Online
BIG • Translate early biotech ideas to proof‑of‑concept and commercializable ventures.
• Indian individuals or start-ups up to 5 years old; incubated;no prior BIG grant
 • Up to ₹50 lakh; max 18 months; milestone‑linked payments. • Screening → expert review → TEP presentation → due diligence & final approval • Online via BIRAC portal; BIG Link
PACE–AIR • Supports academia to convert existing proof-of-principle research into proof-of-concept (PoC) prototypes with potential for societal/national relevance or commercialization.
• PI eligibility - Permanent faculty; ≥3 yr funded projects; publications/patents; proof-of-principle data.
 • ₹50 lakh max (≤ 10% non-recurring costs) Duration : Up to 24 months (extendable).
 • Online application → expert review → due diligence → final decision • Online via BIRAC portal; PACE–AIR Link
PACE–CRS • Enables validation of PoC or prototype developed by academia through collaboration with an industrial partner.
• Industry-validated PoC/prototype conversion
 TRL-3 PoC data, academic leads, committed industry partner
No upper limit
Flexible, per validation needs		 • Online application → expert review → due diligence → final decision • Online via BIRAC portal; PACE–CRS Link
BIPP • Advanced biotech / translational work (TRL ≥7), high-risk, novel IP, clinical/agri trials
• Indian company / LLP, optionally with academic collaborators 		• ₹50 lakh grant + 50% beyond; no cap; flexible duration up to 24 mo+ • Same multi-tier evaluation & oversight as SBIRI, plus royalty agreement BIRAC BIPP Link

Type: Research grants, fellowships, infrastructure support

Programs: CSIR Research Grants, JRF/SRF Fellowships, Industry-Academia Collaborative Programs

Application Links: CSIR Website

Application Formats: Online or offline depending on program

Focus: Scientific research, industrial innovation, technology development

Other Info: Strong focus on applied research and technology transfer

Type: Research grants, fellowships, infrastructure support

Programs: Biotechnology Ignition Grant (BIG), DBT-RA Program, BioCARe, DBT-ICMR Joint Programs

Application Links: DBT Funding Portal

Application Formats: Online submission via DBT portal; specific formats per program

Focus: Biotechnology research, innovation, translational research, capacity building

Other Info: Emphasis on industry-academia collaboration, startups, and translational research

Funding Type: Research grants, fellowships, technology incubation support, innovation awards, start-up facilitation

Support: Basic research, Clinical Research, Tech/Business innovation

Focus: National missions (quantum, AI, climate), Inclusion (gender, disability, rural tech), Start-up ecosystem, Science outreach

Application Link: https://dst.gov.in/call-for-proposals

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Type: Research grants, fellowships, collaborative projects

Programs: ICMR Extramural Research, Task Force Projects, Centres for Advanced Research

Application Links: ICMR Website

Application Formats: Online submission; detailed research proposals

Focus: Biomedical and health research, disease control, public health

Other Info: Priority to national health challenges and translational research

Type: Research and program funding

Programs: National Health Mission, Disease Control Programs, Health Research

Application Links: Main Portal | Online Application

Focus: Public health, disease control, health system strengthening

Other Info: Supports large-scale health initiatives and research

Type: Extramural – National-scale research

Program: National Health Research Programme

Application Type: Competitive calls via ePMS portal

Application Link: NHRP Main Site

Focus: AMR, TB, cancer, mental health, anemia, One Health, etc.

Funding: Up to ₹25 crore per project

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Type: Grants, program funding, innovation challenges

Programs: Global Health Grants, Grand Challenges, Strategic Initiatives

Application Links: Gates Foundation Grant Opportunities

Application Formats: Online application portal; concept notes often required first

Focus: Global health, infectious diseases, health systems

Other Info: Large-scale funding; focus on impact and scalability

Type: Research grants, fellowships, innovation funding

Programs: Investigator Awards, Collaborative Awards, Seed Awards

Application Links: Wellcome Research Funding

Application Formats: Online application portal

Focus: Biomedical research, global health, innovation

Other Info: Strong emphasis on impact and innovation

Type: Collaborative research funding, fellowships

Programs: IARC Research Projects, Training Fellowships

Application Links: IARC Research Collaborations

Application Formats: Proposal submission as per call

Focus: Cancer epidemiology, prevention, global cancer control

Other Info: Focus on international collaboration and capacity building

Type: Research grants, fellowships, innovation grants

Programs: SERB Core Research Grants, Women Scientist Scheme, INSPIRE

Application Link: anrfonline.in

Application Format: Online submission; detailed project proposals required

Focus: Basic and applied science, innovation, women in science, early career researchers

Other Info: Strong focus on fundamental research and capacity building

Grant / Fellowship Objective & Eligibility Nature & Duration Selection & Application
Advanced Research Grant (ARG) High impact fundamental/applied research in frontier areas; Indian citizens/PhD holders 3 years avg; ₹35 lakh typical grant; covers personnel, equipment, travel, overheads Apply via ANRF portal; 1 proposal/investigator
Inclusivity Research Grant (IRG) For SC/ST researchers to enter frontier research; formerly EMEQ Up to ₹60 lakh over 3 years incl. overheads and travel Apply via portal; only SC/ST PIs eligible; templates as per instructions
SUPRA (Scientific & Useful Profound Research Advancement) • Supports transformative/disruptive research with long-term impact.
• Open to Indian citizens as PI/Co-PI; OCI/NRI eligible as per norms. 		• Support for 3 years, extendable to 5 years based on performance.
• Covers equipment, personnel, consumables, travel, contingency, overheads.
• Proposals above ₹80 lakh require 50% cost sharing by host institute. 		• Refer following site for grant details www.anrfonline.in.

• Evaluation by expert committee based on novelty, global impact, and disruptive potential.
ANRF National Post Doctoral Fellowship (N-PDF) Support young postdocs in science/engineering; age ≤ 35 with relaxations 2 years; ₹80,000/month; ₹2 lakh/year grant; ₹1 lakh overhead Mentor + fellow register; one submission/year; PDF upload (≤10MB)
National Science Chair (NSC) Scheme For eminent scientists >65 years; retired <6 months; stellar national/international contribution 3 years initially; ₹1.5 lakh/month + ₹25L or ₹5L/year research grant Nomination-based; form upload by nominator; profile + brief research plan
TARE (Teachers Associateship for Research Excellence) Support school/college/university teachers to upgrade research skills 1–3 years likely; grant for research, travel, training Apply via TARE portal; proposal + institutional endorsements
Centres of Excellence (CoEs) • Establish convergence centres at ST‑SSH × STEM interface addressing societal challenges
• Eligibility Indian institutions & PIs (PhD), Co‑PIs across disciplines; ≥6 years service remaining; no ad-hoc staff 		• Initial funding for 3 years; extension of 2 years based on performance • Expert committee-based review; shortlisted proposals may be called for presentation
 • Refer following site for grant details www.anrfonline.in.

Type: Innovation ignitions and enterprise acceleration programs, typically through competitive calls under biotechnology and translational themes.

Application Link: https://www.birac.nic.in/cfp.php

Application Format: Online submission via BIRAC portals

Other Info:

  • Eligibility: Indian-registered companies (LLP/Pvt Ltd with ≥51% Indian ownership), recognized institutes (SIROs), academic organizations, NGOs
  • Funding & Disbursement: Milestone-based grants, flexible budgets, governed by Grant Letter Agreement (GLA); no royalty obligation
  • Monitoring: Technical review by SAG/Expert Committees; periodic reports (technical + financial – UC/SoE)
  • Global Access Clause: Ensures affordability and knowledge dissemination for developing country needs (where applicable)
Grant Scheme Objective & Eligibility Nature & Duration Selection & Mode How to Apply Online
SBIRI • Early-stage biotech innovation (TRL ≤ 6)
Indian company / LLP (≥51% Indian-owned), incubated or with in-house R&D 		• Up to 50% grant; no cap; typically 1–2 yrs • ARP review → presentation → due diligence → TEC → Apex Committee https://www.birac.nic.in/desc_new.php?id=217

Funding Type: Research grants, fellowships, technology incubation support, innovation awards, start-up facilitation

Support: Basic research, Clinical Research, Tech/Business innovation

Focus: National missions (quantum, AI, climate), Inclusion (gender, disability, rural tech), Start-up ecosystem, Science outreach

Application Link: https://dst.gov.in/call-for-proposals

Grant Scheme Objective & Eligibility Nature & Duration Selection & Mode How to Apply Online
INSPIRE  To attract and nurture young talent in natural sciences by communicating the excitement of science, promoting early engagement, and building a strong scientific human resource base in India  Refer following site for grant details online-inspire.gov.in/Account/INSPIREProgramme
INSPIRE SHE INSPIRE SHE (Scholarship for Higher Education): students aged 17–22, among the top 1% in Class 12 board exams,enrolling in Bachelor or Master’s programs in basic & natural sciences. Annual scholarship (₹80,000/year) for academic study during undergraduate/master’s programmes, typically up to 4 years  Merit-based review using Class 12 board rank and academic profile; mentorship support allocated post-selection Refer following site for grant details online-inspire.gov.in
INSPIRE Fellowship INSPIRE Fellowship (AORC - Assured Opportunity for Research Careers):candidates aged 22–27, generally 1st rank holders in postgraduate science degrees, Supports Ph.D. research in basic/applied sciences including engineering, medicine, agriculture, and veterinary sciences Fellowship tenure up to 5 years or until Ph.D. completion (whichever earlier), including stipend + contingency grants; includes support for short‑term research internships  Two-tier selection: initial screening by internal committee, followed by evaluation by Subject Expert Committee (SEC); candidates may request re-evaluation within 45 days if needed Refer following site for grant details online-inspire.gov.in
INSPIRE Faculty INSPIRE Faculty Scheme:early-career post‑doctoral researchers aged up to 32 years (37 for SC/ST/Women; 42 for Divyangjan) with Ph.D. in STEM fields. or 5 years—consolidated fellowship (₹1,25,000/month) + annual research grant (₹7 lakh); designed to build independent scientific profile Three-tier review involving INSA experts and INSPIRE Faculty Award Council; final selection by DST Refer following site for grant details online-inspire.gov.in
TIDE  Translational R&D for assistive technologies to enhance autonomy and inclusion of disabled and elderly, Recognised academic/R&D institutions and NGOs with S&T track record; PI may propose up to two thematic areas Grant-in-Aid for applied R&D, prototyping, adaptation, field trials; typically 1–2 years Internal screening → presentation before PA&MC → expert review Refer following site for grant detailshttps://dst.gov.in/callforproposals/call-project-proposals-under-technology-interventions-disabled-and-elderly-tide
Online submission via DST e‑PMS onlinedst.gov.in
SYST  Support S&T solutions for socio-economic challenges among marginalized groups PhD (<40 yrs, with relaxation), permanent employment or host institute endorsement, single proposal Component A: For employed young scientists Component B: Special call for unemployed young scientists (only SC/ST category) ≤ 3 years; ₹50 L (Component A), ₹60 L + fellowship (Component B) Funds may be used for manpower, consumables, travel, equipment, contingency, training, infrastructure, overheads—and follow GFR norms. Equipment should ideally be procured via Government e-Marketplace (GeM) Online submission → screening → presentation → expert evaluation Via DST e‑PMS portal by 31 Mar 2025; include full PDF; get TPN number Refer following site for grant details onlinedst.gov.in
https://dst.gov.in/callforproposals/call-project-proposals-under-scheme-young-scientist-and-technologist-syst

Site: https://www.icmr.gov.in/fellowships

Type: Fellowship (Human Resource Development Scheme for Health Research by DHR via ICMR)

Program: Short-term and Long-term Fellowships, including international fellowships

Application Type: Online through ePMS or designated portals; detailed call notices

Application Link: Provided within each call announcement (e.g., fellowship abroad call directs to portal)

Focus: Capacity building via support for presentations, workshops, fellowships abroad or domestic research training

Type: Research grants, fellowships, collaborative projects

Programs: ICMR Extramural Research, Task Force Projects, Centres for Advanced Research

Application Links: ICMR Website

Application Formats: Online submission; detailed research proposals

Focus: Biomedical and health research, disease control, public health

Other Info: Priority to national health challenges and translational research

Application Links: Lady Tata Memorial Trust

Type: Grants, fellowships, capacity building

Programs: UICC Fellowships, Research Grants, Advocacy Grants

Application Links: UICC Funding Portal

Application Formats: Online submission

Focus: Cancer control, advocacy, research capacity building

Other Info: Emphasis on global cancer control and equity