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Canada Graduate Research Scholarship - Doctoral (CGRS D) Program
Doctoral support for health-related research
Latest source updateLast Update: July 24, 2026Latest change: The CGRS D application instructions page was revised with a materially changed summary area, refreshed support content, and updated workshop links and dates.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: July 24, 2026
Latest change: The CGRS D application instructions page was revised with a materially changed summary area, refreshed support content, and updated workshop links and dates.
CGRS D instructions and support updates
The CGRS D application instructions page now shows a materially different top summary area, with the previous summary details no longer visible and the application guidance reorganized around the remaining instructions. This affects the visible eligibility, application process, and scope guidance that applicants use to prepare a submission. The support and workshop section was also refreshed, including new 2026/2027 session references and added links, along with a new general awards contact link and an additional link to other award opportunities. The page now presents the application support path differently than before, so applicants should review the updated instructions carefully.
Funding available
$ 40,000
Deadline
Closed
Location
Canada
Who can apply
Students pursuing a doctoral degree in a health-related field in Canada or abroad
See full eligibility
Overview
Canada Graduate Research Scholarship – Doctoral supports students pursuing a doctoral degree in a health-related field in Canada or abroad with $40,000 per year for 36 months. It recognizes high-quality research training and doctoral research in a wide variety of disciplines, including broader contributions to health-related research.
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At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Increase social or community impact
- Attract or retain talent
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 40,000 $
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Language Minorities
- Black Canadians
- 2SLGBTQI+
- Canadians
- Youth (<40)
- Women
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Doctoral research in a health-related field
Documents Needed
- Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended
- CGRS D Timeline for Doctoral Studies Form
- Canada Graduate Research Scholarship – Doctoral Program (CGRS D) Indigenous Attestation Form, if applicable
- Canada Graduate Research Scholarship - Doctoral Program (CGRS D): Self-Declaration of No Institutional Affiliation with a Quota Form, if your method of application submission is direct to CIHR
Official resources
Official page
Program guide
Application form
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Students pursuing a doctoral degree in a health-related field in Canada or abroad
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada or abroad
Selection criteria
- Research potential (50%)
- Relevant experience and achievements obtained within and beyond academia (50%)
How to apply
- Submit applications using ResearchNet.
- If your institution has a doctoral award quota, apply through the institution at which you are currently registered and select that institution from the Institution Paid drop-down menu.
- If you apply directly to CIHR, complete and upload the Self-Declaration of No Institutional Affiliation with a Quota Form in ResearchNet.
- If you self-identify as Indigenous and want to be considered for designated funding to support Indigenous researchers or submission beyond your institution’s quota, complete and upload the Indigenous Attestation Form in ResearchNet.
Processing and Agreement
- A peer review must be conducted according to the CIHR Reviewers' Guide for the CGRS D program.
- Applications are evaluated and approved by the institution before they are submitted electronically to CIHR.
- The institution must inform all candidates of the internal selection results by 15 December.
- The agencies conduct periodic reviews of institutional selection processes and may request corrective measures.
Additional information
- The University of Calgary is a Canadian institution with a doctoral award quota.
- The number of applicants invited to the full application stage is limited to the institutional quota plus an additional 25%.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Canada Graduate Research Scholarship - Doctoral (CGRS D) Program Program
What is the Canada Graduate Research Scholarship - Doctoral (CGRS D) Program?
Canada Graduate Research Scholarship – Doctoral supports students pursuing a doctoral degree in a health-related field in Canada or abroad with $40,000 per year for 36 months. It recognizes high-quality research training and doctoral research in a wide variety of disciplines, including broader contributions to health-related research.
How much funding can be received?
Canada Graduate Research Scholarship - Doctoral (CGRS D) Program Funds up to $40,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Canada Graduate Research Scholarship - Doctoral (CGRS D) Program program?
To be eligible for the Canada Graduate Research Scholarship - Doctoral (CGRS D) Program program, you must:
Must be pursuing a doctoral degree in a health-related field in Canada or abroad
What expenses are eligible under Canada Graduate Research Scholarship - Doctoral (CGRS D) Program?
Doctoral research in a health-related field
Who can I contact for more information about the Canada Graduate Research Scholarship - Doctoral (CGRS D) Program?
You can contact Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) by email at support-soutien@cihr-irsc.gc.ca or by phone at 613-954-1968.
Where is the Canada Graduate Research Scholarship - Doctoral (CGRS D) Program available?
The Canada Graduate Research Scholarship - Doctoral (CGRS D) Program program is available across Canada.
Is the Canada Graduate Research Scholarship - Doctoral (CGRS D) Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Canada Graduate Research Scholarship - Doctoral (CGRS D) Program is a Grant and Funding