Sree Ramakrishna Paramahamsa Research Grant 2025
The Sree Padmavathi Venkateswara Foundation (SreePVF), Vijayawada, invites applications for the Sree Ramakrishna Paramahamsa Research Grant 2025. This prestigious grant aims to support “bench to bedside” translational biomedical research that can lead to impactful healthcare interventions.
About the Foundation
SreePVF is a private foundation registered under Section 7(2) and Rule 8 of the Companies Rule, 2014. Established in Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh, the foundation supports initiatives in medical education, health innovation, and translational science.
Grant Overview
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Grant Name | Sree Ramakrishna Paramahamsa Research Grant 2025 |
| Organized By | Sree Padmavathi Venkateswara Foundation (SreePVF) |
| Grant Focus | Translational Biomedical Research – “Bench to Bedside” |
| Duration | 3 Years (proposals less than 3 years will not be accepted) |
| Grant Amount | Up to ₹3 Crores |
| Fields Covered | Any science & technology branch with direct clinical or biomedical impact |
| Exclusions | Climate Change, Agricultural Sciences, Ecological Sciences |
| Deadline for Preliminary Form | 21 August 2025 |
| Application Email | sreepvfgrants@gmail.com |
| Website | SreePVF Official Site |
Eligibility Criteria
| Eligibility | Details |
|---|---|
| Primary Applicant | Indian nationals with a Ph.D./MD/MS or equivalent qualification |
| Institutions | Indian not-for-profit research organizations, universities, and medical centers |
| Collaborations | International collaborations allowed; lead institution must be India-based |
| Start-Ups & For-Profit Entities | Allowed only as co-applicants |
| Project Requirements | Must be translational, with tangible, deployable outcomes by the end of the 3-year period |
Application Process
Step 1: Preliminary Submission
- Download the Preliminary Application Form from the official website.
- Email the completed form as a single consolidated PDF to:
sreepvfgrants@gmail.com - File name format:
firstname lastname.pdf - Deadline: 21 August 2025
- No hard copies required
Step 2: Full Application (Invitation Only)
- Final submission of full proposal: Tentatively by mid to late November 2025
- Interviews (in-person): February 2026
- Final announcement: March 2026
Important Dates
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Grant Launch | 9 July 2025 |
| Preliminary Application Deadline | 21 August 2025 |
| Invitation for Full Applications | Mid to Late October 2025 |
| Full Proposal Submission Deadline (Tentative) | Mid to Late November 2025 |
| Interviews (Expected) | February 2026 |
| Final Results Announcement | March 2026 |
Selection Process
- Preliminary applications reviewed by a scientific committee
- Full proposals undergo peer review
- Final selection based on innovation, feasibility, and translational potential
Contact & Submission
Email for Submission:sreepvfgrants@gmail.com
Document Format: Single PDF, file named as: firstname lastname.pdf
