Overview: How to apply for a DFG Funding Grant

     

    1.Find a German partner (PI)

    Link https://www.hochschulkompass.de

     

    – Only a researcher based in Germany can submit an application to the DFG.

    -You are a partner from Central Asia (a project participant).

     

    2.Choose a DFG programme
    Figure 1- All funding programmes © dfg.de

    Programs

     

    1.Research Grants Programme + Developing Countries Module

    The main and largest programme. It funds a full Germany–Central Asia research project, publications, fieldwork, training, and travel. Your participation is included through the Developing Countries Module, Mercator Fellows, and Workshops.

    More addional information availablehttps://www.dfg.de/en/research-funding

     

    2. Initiation of International Collaboration

    Suitable for starting cooperation: visits to Germany and Central Asia, initial meetings. https://www.dfg.de/en/research-funding

     

    3. Project-Specific Workshops (Module 52.06)

    Funds the organization of scientific workshops and training events. https://www.dfg.de

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      3.Download the templates and documents  (Figure 2)

       

      Sourcehttps://www.dfg.de/en/research-funding

       
      Figure 2- Find guidelines and templates © dfg.de

      4. Write the proposal (together with the German PI)

      The German PI prepares:

      • project objectives
      • scientific background / state of the art
      • budget
      • timeline
      • resources and infrastructure in Germany

      You prepare:

      • description of the region and field sites
      • your data, methods, and contribution
      • fieldwork plan
      • support letter from your university
      • CV using the DFG template

      5.The application is submitted by the German PI through the system https://elan.dfg.de

      The German PI submits the full application(Figure 3,4)
      Figure 3- Registration on Elan platform © elan.dfg.de
      Figure 4- Fill the application portal © elan.dfg.de

       

       

      7.DFG conducts the peer-review process

       

      • independent reviewers
      • the decision is usually made within 4–6 months

       

      8. After approval

       

      • the funds are transferred to the German university
      • collaboration with Central Asia is funded
      • trips, research activities, workshops, and equipment (if allowed) are supported