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National Research Foundation, Singapore (NRF)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Find answers to common questions about NRF's job openings, research grants, and start-up funding. Contact details for key services are also provided.

Last updated 31 July 2026

General

What are the job or internship opportunities available at the National Research Foundation (NRF)?

Please visit Careers@Gov (opens in new tab) for a listing of job and internship opportunities at NRF and follow our LinkedIn (opens in new tab) page for updates as well.

I would like to book facilities at CREATE. Who should I contact?

Please contact Mr Mohd Ikbar Ibrahim, Senior Executive, Infrastructure & Facilities Management via email at Ikbar_IBRAHIM@nrf.gov.sg (opens in new tab) if you wish to book facilities at CREATE.

I would like to attend the next Global Young Scientists Summit. How do I apply?

Please email secretariat@gyss-one-north.sg (opens in new tab) if you have any enquiries, or wish to attend the next Global Young Scientists Summit.

Research Funding and Grants

Where can I find information about research grants offered by NRF?

Information on research and innovation grants, as well as international grant calls, can be found on the NRF website (opens in new tab) under Grants.

I am a researcher based overseas and I am interested to carry out my research in Singapore. What are the opportunities here?

The NRF Fellowship provides opportunities for early career researchers to carry out independent research in Singapore. NRF invites applications once a year. It is open to all areas of science and technology, and researchers of all nationalities are welcome to apply.

The NRF Investigatorship provides opportunities for scientists and researchers to pursue ground-breaking, high-risk research. It is designed to support a small number of excellent Principal Investigators who have a track record of research achievements that identify them as leaders in their respective field(s) of research.

Who should I contact regarding the Integrated Grant Management System (IGMS)?

Please email helpdesk@researchgrant.gov.sg (opens in new tab) with your enquiries.

Start-up Funding and Grants

Where can I find more information on grants offered by NRF for my company/start-up?

Information on research and innovation grants, as well as international grant calls, can be found on the NRF website under Funding & Grants.

For schemes and initiatives targeted at SMEs and start-ups, please refer to Enterprise Singapore's website (opens in new tab).

I am from an overseas-based company/start-up that would like to expand into the Singapore market. What opportunities/support are there?

If you are a foreign entrepreneur keen on starting a business in Singapore, you may qualify for the EntrePass work visa issued by the Ministry of Manpower. For more information, please click here (opens in new tab).