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🇬🇲 Republic of The Gambia | NRIF
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Window V – Student Research and Innovation

Deadline: August 15, 2026 — 21 days remaining

AI-Assisted Screening: Applications are subject to AI-assisted initial screening. All AI outputs are reviewed by human staff before any decision is made.

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Programme Description

Provides funding for undergraduate and postgraduate students to undertake research projects and develop innovative solutions to national challenges.

Eligibility Criteria

Eligible Applicants

  • Currently enrolled undergraduate students in their final year or penultimate year at an accredited Gambian tertiary institution (for undergraduate grants)
  • Currently enrolled Master's or PhD students at an accredited Gambian or internationally recognised institution with a Gambia-based research component (for postgraduate grants)
  • Students must hold Gambian citizenship or be permanent residents of The Gambia

Supervision and Institutional Conditions

  • A qualified supervisor (active faculty member with at least a Master's degree) must be identified and must co-sign the application
  • The host institution must endorse the application and confirm that the research has received (or is pending) institutional ethics clearance where applicable
  • Research activities must be consistent with the student's academic programme

Restrictions

  • Grant funds may not be used for tuition fees, accommodation, or personal living expenses
  • A student may hold only one active Window V grant at a time
  • Students who have previously received a Window V grant may apply for a subsequent grant only after submitting a final report from their previous grant
Total Budget
GMD 1,000,000
Award Range
GMD 50,000 – GMD 300,000
Expected Awards
N/A
Opens
June 15, 2026
Deadline
August 15, 2026

Supporting Documents

Download these documents before applying.

Call for Proposals
Program Guidelines
The NRIF Calls for Proposals set out the funding opportunities available under the Fund, including the objectives of each funding window, eligibility requirements, application procedures, and evaluation framework. They provide applicants with clear guidance on proposal preparation and submission, while outlining the merit-based assessment process used to ensure transparency, accountability, and the selection of high-quality research and innovation projects aligned with national development priorities.
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Grants Manual
Program Guidelines
The NRIF Grants Manual sets out the standards, policies, procedures, and guidelines governing the financing and management of research and innovation. It provides a framework for grant administration, capacity strengthening, governance, research integrity, financial management, monitoring and evaluation, open science, transparency and accountability.
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Required Documents for Application

You will need to upload these when applying.

Institutional Registration Certificate or Proof of Legal Status Required

A valid registration certificate or equivalent proof of legal status for the applicant institution.

pdf,jpg,jpeg,png · Max 10MB

Audited Accounts or Financial Statements Required

Audited accounts or financial statements for the most recent financial year (for institutional applicants).

pdf · Max 10MB

Conflict-of-Interest Declaration Required

A signed conflict-of-interest declaration from the Principal Investigator.

pdf · Max 10MB

Detailed Budget Spreadsheet Required

Detailed budget spreadsheet generated or exported from the platform's budget builder.

pdf,xls,xlsx · Max 10MB

Curriculum Vitae — Principal Investigator and Key Co-Investigators Required

CVs for the Principal Investigator and all key co-investigators.

pdf,doc,docx · Max 10MB

Institutional Endorsement Letter Required

A signed endorsement letter from the authorised institutional representative, bearing the official stamp. The endorsement must be confirmed on the platform by the designated authority before final submission.

pdf · Max 10MB

Ethics Clearance or Application Evidence Optional

Ethics clearance certificate, or evidence of application for clearance, for projects involving research with human subjects. Submit if applicable.

pdf · Max 10MB

Programme Contact

info@nrif.gm