Canada Graduate Research Scholarship – Doctoral (CGRS D) 2026 

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Summary

The Canada Graduate Research Scholarship – Doctoral (CGRS D) offers $40,000 per year for up to 3 years to outstanding doctoral students. Open to both Canadian and international applicants, it supports high-quality research across multiple disciplines. Selection is highly competitive and based on academic excellence, research potential, and leadership.

Scholarship Name

Canada Graduate Research Scholarship – Doctoral (CGRS D)

Host/Organization

Canadian Government via:

• Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR)
• Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council (NSERC)
• Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC)

Level of Study

Doctoral (PhD)

Value/Benefits

• $40,000 per year
• Duration: Up to 36 months (3 years)
• Can be held at Canadian or (in some cases) international institutions

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must:

• Be enrolled in or applying to a doctoral program
• Have completed no more than 36 months of full-time doctoral study by Dec 31 of application year
• Meet citizenship requirements:
  • International students eligible (limited quota ~15%)
• For studying abroad: must be a Canadian citizen/permanent resident and have prior Canadian degree
• Meet institution-specific requirements (if applying through a university)

Eligible Fields

• Health sciences
• Natural sciences & engineering
• Social sciences & humanities
• Interdisciplinary research

Application Deadline

• Direct to agencies: October 17, 2026
• Through universities: Earlier (varies by institution)

How to Apply

• Apply through one of the three agencies (CIHR, NSERC, SSHRC)
• OR apply via a Canadian university
• Submit:
  • Research proposal
  • Academic transcripts
  • References
  • CV and supporting documents

Selection Criteria

• Academic excellence
• Research ability and potential
• Leadership and impact
• Quality and feasibility of proposed research

Additional Notes/Requirements

• Results announced: April 30
• Up to 20% of awards can be held abroad
• Designed to support future innovators and researchers
• Highly competitive with limited slots for international students

For more information and application: 

Visit the official website of the Canada Graduate Research Scholarship – Doctoral (CGRS D) 2026