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HEC NRPU 2026–27 Call for Research Proposals — Project Outline Deadline 2026-10-30
HEC NRPU 2026–27 Call for Research Proposals · Islamabad · Express,
Notice advertisement published in Express on Sunday, 6 September 2026, listed under Islamabad. Issued by HEC NRPU 2026–27 Call for Research Proposals. The last date printed on the advertisement is Friday, 30 October 2026.
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Higher Education Commission (HEC), Islamabad invites research proposals under the National Research Program for Universities (NRPU) 2026–27 to support high-quality, innovative, interdisciplinary and solution-oriented research with strategic relevance to Pakistan's socio-economic development, industry and society.
Eligible research domains:
- Social, Behavioral, Economic & Human Sciences
- Natural / Emerging Sciences
- Product / Process / Technology Development
Key submission and application information:
| Issuer | Higher Education Commission (HEC), Islamabad |
|---|---|
| Program | National Research Program for Universities (NRPU) 2026–27 — Call for Research Proposals |
| Application model | Two-stage application process (initial project outline submission; shortlisted proposals proceed to full proposal stage). Applications submitted via HEC online portal. |
| Project outline submission deadline | 2026-10-30 |
| Application fee | Processing fee of PKR 5,000 to be deposited online using 1Link/IBFT (mobile banking app or internet banking) |
| Maximum project duration | 24 months |
| Eligibility / collaboration | University researchers; Pakistani researchers are encouraged to submit joint proposals in collaboration with researchers and institutions from international partner countries as indicated by HEC. |
| Submission portal | HEC online portal (refer to HEC website for application guidelines and portal link) |
| Contact | Humaira Quddus, Director, National Research Program for Universities (NRPU) R&D, Higher Education Commission, H‑9, Islamabad. Phone: 051‑90401904 & 051‑90401924. Emails: [email protected]; [email protected]. |
Applicants should consult the HEC website for full eligibility criteria, application guidelines, templates, and detailed submission instructions before applying.
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- What is the last date for this notice?
- The advertisement prints Friday, 30 October 2026.
- Which newspaper published this notice?
- Express, in the edition of Sunday, 6 September 2026.
- Which city is this notice for?
- Islamabad — the location listed for this advertisement.
- How do I respond to this notice?
- Follow the instructions printed in the clipping; the advertiser’s own page is linked from this one. Applications are not submitted through this page.
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