Canada Graduate Research Scholarship 2027 (Doctoral) | $40,000 Per Year

The Government of Canada has announced the Canada Graduate Research Scholarship – Doctoral (CGRS D) for doctoral students pursuing research at eligible Canadian universities.

The scholarship supports outstanding researchers across a wide range of fields, including health sciences, natural sciences, engineering, social sciences, humanities, and interdisciplinary research.

Successful applicants can receive $40,000 per year for up to three years to support their doctoral research.

Canada Graduate Research Scholarship Summary

• Host Country: Canada
• Study Level: PhD/Doctoral
• Category: Postgraduate Scholarships
• Eligible Countries: Canadian citizens, permanent residents, protected persons, and eligible international students
• Scholarship Value: $40,000 per year
• Duration: Up to 36 months
• IELTS: Not generally listed as a scholarship requirement
• Deadline: October 17, 2026

About the Canada Graduate Research Scholarship

The Canada Graduate Research Scholarship – Doctoral is designed to support high-achieving doctoral researchers and help them develop advanced research skills.

The program covers research across several major academic areas and is intended to promote research excellence and innovation both within universities and beyond the academic environment.

International students may be eligible where they meet the program’s requirements and are currently enrolled in a doctoral program at a Canadian institution.

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants should meet the following conditions:

• Be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, protected person, or an eligible international student currently enrolled in a PhD program at a Canadian university.
• Have completed no more than 36 months of full-time doctoral study by December 31 of the application year.
• Be enrolled in a doctoral program with a significant research component, such as a thesis or dissertation.
• Meet the academic and research requirements of the relevant scholarship agency and institution.

Students enrolled in combined programs such as MD/PhD, MA/PhD, or MBA/PhD may also qualify if their program contains a substantial research component.

Scholarship Benefits

Successful CGRS D recipients will receive:

• $40,000 annually
• Funding for up to 36 months
• Financial support for doctoral research and training
• Opportunity to pursue research at an eligible Canadian institution
• Support for research in a broad range of academic disciplines

How To Apply

The application process depends on the applicant’s registration status and the institution or agency responsible for their application.

To apply:

1. Visit the official Canada Graduate Research Scholarship webpage.
2. Review the current eligibility requirements and application instructions.
3. Determine whether you should apply through your Canadian institution or directly through the appropriate federal research agency.
4. Prepare your academic and research application materials.
5. Submit the application through the correct application channel before the deadline.

Applicants should pay close attention to the application route because submitting through the wrong channel can result in the application not being considered.

Application Deadline

The deadline for the Canada Graduate Research Scholarship – Doctoral 2027 is October 17, 2026.

Interested applicants are encouraged to begin preparing their research and supporting documents early.

Official Application

Applicants should use the official Government of Canada/Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC) scholarship webpage for the latest application instructions and eligibility information.

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