Scholarship
National Research Fund Kenya Postgraduate Research Grants
The National Research Fund (NRF) provides research grants to support postgraduate students in Kenya. These grants are designed to facilitate advanced research projects at the master's and doctoral levels.
About this scholarship
National Research Fund Kenya Postgraduate Research Grants is offered by National Research Fund Kenya for study in Kenya at master and phd level. The award is valued at Up to KSh 2,500,000, provided as other support.
What the funding covers
This scholarship is classified as other funding. Applicants selected receive Up to KSh 2,500,000. Selection is merit-based, so academic and personal achievement carry the most weight.
Who can apply
The award is open to candidates applying at master and phd level. Nationality requirements apply: Kenya.
Eligibility
Postgraduate students enrolled in accredited Kenyan institutions.
How to apply
No fixed closing date is published, so check the provider for the current cycle. Requirements are set by the provider and can change between intakes, so verify each item on the official page before submitting.
Eligible study levels
master and phd
Nationality requirements
Kenya
Funding basis
Merit-based
Some scholarship details still require source confirmation. Confirm the study destination and applicant eligibility with the provider before applying.
Key details
- Provider
- National Research Fund Kenya
- Study destination
- Kenya
- Eligible applicant countries
- Kenya
- Award
- Up to KSh 2,500,000
- Funding type
- other
- Selection basis
- Merit-based
- Study levels
- master and phd
- Nationality
- Kenya
- Deadline
- Deadline unknown
Confirm current eligibility, deadlines, and application instructions with the provider before applying.
Reference sourceSource last checked: 2026-09-21