NSERC Discovery Grants
Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC)
About This Grant
Discovery Grants support ongoing programs of research with long-term goals. Grants are typically $20,000–$50,000 per year for five years, providing a solid base of funding for established researchers in the natural sciences and engineering.
Grant Summary
NSERC Discovery Grants is a Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC) grant providing $20K to $50K for university. Applications are due 2026-11-01 (open). Check eligibility and apply with FindGrants.
Focus Areas
Eligibility
- Canadian university faculty or eligible researchers
- Must hold an eligible academic appointment
How to Apply
$20K–$50K
2026-11-01
- 1Confirm your organization is eligible for NSERC Discovery Grants from Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC), checking organization type, location, and any population or project requirements.
- 2Gather the required documents and information, including your organization details, project plan, and budget figures.
- 3Draft your application narrative and budget addressing the funder's priorities and review criteria. FindGrants can draft each section for you to review and edit.
- 4Review every section against the requirements checklist, then export a submission-ready application pack and submit it to Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC) before the deadline.
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NSERC Discovery Grants: Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for the NSERC Discovery Grants?
NSERC Discovery Grants is offered by Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC) and is generally open to university. It is open to organizations nationwide unless the funder specifies otherwise. Review the specific eligibility terms before applying, since funders set their own requirements around organization type, location, and the population or project being served.
How much funding does the NSERC Discovery Grants provide?
NSERC Discovery Grants provides between $20K and $50K per award from Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC). Actual award sizes depend on the scope of your project, available program funds, and the number of applicants, so build a budget that reflects realistic, allowable costs rather than the maximum figure.
When is the NSERC Discovery Grants deadline?
Applications for NSERC Discovery Grants are due 2026-11-01 (open). Because deadlines can change, verify the date with the funder, Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC), and give yourself enough time to prepare a complete, competitive application before the close date.
How do you apply for the NSERC Discovery Grants?
To apply for NSERC Discovery Grants, confirm your eligibility, gather the required documents, and prepare a narrative and budget that address the funder's priorities. FindGrants guides you step by step and can draft each section, then exports a submission-ready application pack for this grant from Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC).
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