National Science Foundation (NSF) Sri Lanka and Pakistan Science Foundation (PSF) are the apex bodies for the promotion and funding of scientific research and commercialization as well as science popularization. Focusing on strengthening bilateral scientific cooperation, NSF and PSF are calling for applications on joint research and development from collaborative research groups involving members from both countries.
Joint Research Projects must contribute towards the development of Industry, Technology, Process, Techniques, Prototypes, Commercialization and Innovation, leading to socio-economic development of both countries. Joint research proposals of applied nature and have industrial applications will be preferred for funding.
Who can apply:
- Sri Lankan team led by a scientist from a university/ research institute
- Pakistan team led by a scientist in HEC recognized Higher Education Institutions-HEIs, R&D organizations and Centres of Excellence
Submission Deadline:
Research teams:
Sri Lankan and Pakistani scientists should come to an agreement using own means of communication and jointly prepare project proposals before submission to the funding agencies
Key Priority Areas:
- Environment and Climate Change
- Herbal Medicine, Biotechnology and Yield Improvement
- Engineering and Material Sciences
- Artificial Intelligence and Cyber Security
- Smart Agriculture and Value Addition
Guidelines:
- Maximum duration: 02 years
- Budget limit: USD 26,000
Submission Deadline
23rd June 2026
Sri Lankan application should be submitted in electronic form to the e-mail address: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Five best projects in each category will be mutually selected by NSF and PSF for funding.
Incomplete and late applications will not be processed.
Decision of the National Science Foundation will be final.
Downloads
- Printable Announcement (pdf, 385kb)
- Application Form (doc, 185kb)