All program areas (except Medical Research) have a two-stage application process: Stage 1 requires submission of an Expression of Interest (EOI). If selected, EOI applicants will then be required to submit a Full Application (Stage 2). Medical Research is by Full Application only.
This application process is set out in more detail on the program area pages.
Open Tuesday 1 April 2025
Close Thursday 15 May 2025, 5PM AEST
Close Thursday 31 July 2025, 5PM AEST
Round 1, 2026
Expressions of Interest
Open Wednesday 5 November 2025
Close Thursday 11 December 2025, 5PM AEDT
Open Monday 2 February 2026
Close Thursday 26 March 2026, 5PM AEDT
Round 2, 2026
Expressions of Interest
Open Tuesday 17 February 2026
Close Thursday 12 March 2026, 5PM AEDT
Close Thursday 4 June 2026, 5PM AEST