Sree Ramakrishna Paramahamsa Research Grant 2025
The Sree Padmavathi Venkateswara Foundation (SreePVF) has announced the 2025 edition of the prestigious Sree Ramakrishna Paramahamsa Research Grant, aimed at supporting translational biomedical research projects that can bridge the gap between laboratory discoveries and real-world healthcare applications in India.
This highly competitive grant supports innovative solutions that address pressing health challenges and promises funding of up to ₹3 Crores (₹30 million) over a maximum period of three years. The grant encourages impactful and collaborative research focused on delivering practical health outcomes.
Overview of the Grant
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Grant Name | Sree Ramakrishna Paramahamsa Research Grant 2025 |
| Organizing Body | Sree Padmavathi Venkateswara Foundation (SreePVF) |
| Funding Support | Up to ₹3 Crores |
| Duration | Up to 3 years (projects less than 3 years are not eligible) |
| Focus Area | Translational biomedical research (Bench to bedside approach) |
| Eligibility | Indian researchers with a PhD/MD/MS or equivalent |
| Team Type | Individual researchers or interdisciplinary teams |
| Lead Institution | Indian not-for-profit institutions |
| Collaborators | For-profit and international orgs allowed as co-applicants |
Key Dates
| Stage | Timeline |
|---|---|
| Preliminary Application Due | 21 August 2025 |
| Full Proposal Submission | November 2025 (by invite) |
| Interview Round | February 2026 |
| Result Announcement | March 2026 |
Who Can Apply
This grant is ideal for:
- Scientists and clinicians from academic or research institutions in India
- Interdisciplinary teams working on collaborative biomedical solutions
- Projects with strong translational potential aimed at solving health issues in India
- Those with proof-of-concept, early-stage prototypes, or promising results in lab/animal models
Ineligible Research Areas
The following areas will not be considered:
- Climate science
- Agriculture and ecology
- Pure basic research with no translational output
- Research lacking public health relevance
Application Process
1st Step: Preliminary Application
- Download the form from the official website
- Fill all sections (research concept, objectives, team, impact)
- Save as PDF named “Firstname Lastname.pdf”
- Email to: sreepvfgrants@gmail.com
- Deadline: 21 August 2025
Step 2: Full Proposal (By Invitation)
- Shortlisted candidates will be asked to submit a full proposal in November 2025
Step 3: Interview
- Finalists will be invited for an online presentation/interview in February 2026
Contact & Official Website
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| sreepvfgrants@gmail.com | |
| Website | www.sreepvf.org/grants |
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