Discover 20+ New Funding and Growth Opportunities Across India

[October 2026] Explore 20+ new opportunities across India, including grants, fellowships, scholarships, research programs, awards, competitions, employment opportunities, and calls for proposals. These opportunities support students, researchers, educators, young professionals, innovators, artists, and organizations working across diverse fields and sectors. Nominations open for Sri Sri Awards 2027

Deadline: 15-October-2026

The Sri Sri Award for Distinguished Educationists recognizes educators in India who have made significant contributions to transformative, inclusive, innovative, and value-based education…[more]

Call for Proposals: NVT–ISME Research Grant Program 2026

Deadline: 30-November-2026

The NVT–ISME Research Grant Program supports Indian faculty researchers conducting applied and interdisciplinary research in Organizational Excellence…[more]

Entries Open: The Francis S. Collins Scholars Program

Deadline: 07-December-2026

The Francis S. Collins Scholars Program provides comprehensive funding, training, and mentorship for post-doctoral researchers and early-career faculty committed to advancing clinical and translational research in neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1)…[more] JET Programme Assistant Language Teacher Positions for Indian Nationals

Deadline: 30-October-2026

The Japan Exchange and Teaching (JET) Programme is inviting applications from Indian nationals for opportunities to work as Assistant Language Teachers (ALTs) in schools across Japan…[more] Apply for Hack for Social Cause Program

Deadline: 15-October-2026

The Hack for Social Cause Youth Tech Challenge is a national competition empowering young Indians aged 18–29 to develop technology-driven solutions to social challenges across diverse thematic areas…[more] PEYJAL GATHA – National Water Stories and Water Ideas Challenge

Deadline: 08-December-2026

The PEYJAL GATHA National Water Stories and Water Ideas Challenge invites citizens of India to share innovative stories, experiences, and ideas related to water resources, conservation, and sustainable water management…[more] National Consumer IQ Quiz 2026

Deadline: 26-November-2026

The National Consumer IQ Quiz is organized by the National University of Study and Research in Law, Ranchi, in collaboration with MyGov, to promote consumer awareness and legal literacy among Indian citizens…[more]

Call for Nominations: ISGF Innovation Awards

Deadline: 28-December-2026

The India Smart Grid Forum (ISGF) is inviting nominations for the ISGF Innovation Awards 2027, which recognize organizations, projects, products, and individuals contributing to innovation across India’s electricity, gas, water, and e-mobility sectors…[more]

UT Ladakh State Awards 2026: Call for Nominations

Deadline: 15 October 2026

The Administration of the Union Territory of Ladakh is inviting nominations for the UT Ladakh State Awards 2026…[more]

Open Call: Teach For India Fellowship Program

Deadline: 1 November 2026

The Teach For India 2027 Fellowship is a leadership and teaching fellowship program in India that aims to support educational equity…[more] Yashwantrao Chavan State-Level Youth Award 2026

Deadline: 31 October 2026

The Yashwantrao Chavan State-Level Youth Award 2026 is a youth recognition opportunity offered by Yashwantrao Chavan Centre to honor outstanding young individuals across multiple fields in Maharashtra…[more]

Call for Entries: Curatorial Research Fellowship Program

Deadline: 7 November 2026

The Charles Wallace India Trust (CWIT), the Victoria and Albert Museum (V&A), and the Alkazi Foundation for the Arts (AFA) invite mid-career cultural producers in India to apply for the third Visiting Curatorial Research Fellowship…[more]

Open Call: No Shortcuts to Parenthood Legal Adoption Awareness Quiz

Deadline: 31 October 2026

The Central Adoption Resource Authority (CARA), in collaboration with MyGov India, invites Indian citizens to take part in the “No Shortcuts to Parenthood – Legal Adoption Awareness Quiz.”…[more] New India Foundation Book Fellowship Program

Deadline: 30-November-2026

The New India Foundation Book Fellowship Program supports Indian citizens who want to write original non-fiction books that deepen public understanding of contemporary India…[more] Applications Open for SDEF India Scholarship 2026-27

Deadline: 31-October-2026

The SDEF India Scholarship provides financial assistance to eligible students across India who are beginning the first year of a professional undergraduate programme…[more]

CFPs: Utilization of In-house and DAE Mega Science Facilities Program

Deadline: 15 October 2026

The UGC-DAE Consortium for Scientific Research (UGC-DAE CSR) invites research proposals under the Collaborative Research Scheme (CRS) for 2026. This opportunity aims to utilize the Department of Atomic Energy’s (DAE) Mega Science Facilities alongside advanced research facilities at UGC-DAE CSR centers across India…[more]

Apply Now: ACM India Anveshan Setu Fellowship Program

Deadline: 23 October 2026

The ACM India Anveshan Setu Fellowship offers a unique opportunity for PhD students in Computer Science (CS) and Information Technology (IT) across India to gain exposure to premier research practices outside their parent institutions…[more]

Call for Proposals: Collaborative Instrumentation Research Scheme

Deadline: 15 October 2026

The UGC-DAE Consortium for Scientific Research has announced a targeted call for proposals under its Collaborative Research Scheme (CRS) for 2026. This initiative aims to nurture a culture of instrumentation and associated developmental activities at universities…[more] Ambassador’s Scholarship for Bhutanese Students

Deadline: 14 October 2026

The Embassy of India in Thimphu invites applications for the Ambassador’s Scholarship for the academic year 2026-2027. This opportunity is open to Bhutanese students pursuing school, college, vocational education, or Buddhist studies in India…[more] Submit Entries for Sony World Photography Award

Deadline: 12 January 2027