All Funding Programs of the German Research Foundation (DFG)

The German Research Foundation (DFG) offers a nationwide open funding portfolio that provides scientists from all disciplines as well as scientific institutions and organizations access to tailored financing instruments. All funding opportunities can be viewed via the central overview page, and applications can be submitted at any time within the framework of the DFG procedure through the elan portal. Detailed forms and information sheets are available for each program category to make the application process transparent and efficient. Whether individual projects, coordinated programs, infrastructure measures, or international collaborations – the DFG supports initiatives from the conceptual phase through to implementation and ensures needs-based equipment for research projects and facilities.

Aiming to promote research projects that advance scientific excellence and interdisciplinary networking, the offer is equally directed at individuals, educational institutions, non-profit organizations, and companies. The continuous submission option eliminates strict deadlines, allowing project ideas to be planned and implemented flexibly. The various funding areas cover both the support of individual career stages and the development of thematic priorities as well as the expansion of necessary infrastructure. In doing so, the DFG makes a decisive contribution to the innovative strength of German research and supports researchers in achieving their scientific goals.