The establishment of ORIC at BZU is to promote Research, Commercialization and university-industry linkage, development of policy and capacity building. ORIC aims includes protection and promotion of interest, long-term working, sustainable planning and progress of all its parts with the cooperation of departments. Moreover, developing contacts with the corporate sector/market/industry to ensure compatibility among various research activities is its landmark. So we can say, this office facilitates, promote, monitor, and publishes Research work. According to HEC Research policy 2021, ORIC-BZU provide following research facilities.
Funding Opportunities National & International 2024-25
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Research Grant/Opportunities |
Deadline |
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| 1 | China–Pakistan Joint Research Program 2025 Focus Areas: Earth Sciences | Climate Change | New Energy | Food & Agriculture | Health & Medicine | ICT & AI | Air Pollution | New Materials | 16 December 2025 For details, visit PSF or MoST China websites. | Call Link |
| 2 | Call For Application Access to Scientific Instrumentation Program (ASIP) 2025-2026 Provide spectroscopic, analytical, chromatographic and other services to researchers working in different public sector universities on cost plus basis, which will be paid by the Higher Education Commission. Through this program the institutions with instrumentation facilities will get financial resources to optimally utilize their instruments. The PhD scholars in Pakistani HEIs will have access to available facilities within the country, which will promote research collaboration and save foreign exchange, which is otherwise, required. | The applicant must be applying at 12 (least twelve weeks) prior to sample analysis. | Call Link |
| 3 | NRPU GRANTS 2025 SESSION HIGHLIGHTS Session Highlights: ✅ Understanding NRPU Research Grants – Basic vs. Strategic Research ✅ Key Requirements for Stage 1 Proposal Submission ✅ Essential Tips & Best Practices for Proposal Writing ✅ Common Mistakes & How to Avoid Them ✅ Review & Evaluation Process Explained ✅ Q&A Session Addressing Common Queries | 20 OCT 2025 | Call Link |
| 4 | HEC Pakistan Calls for Research Proposals under NRPU 2025-26 Open Call: All disciplines are welcome, with funding up to PKR 10 million. Thematic Call: Focused on national challenges in: Food Security Water Management Energy Climate Change Information Technology and Telecom Societal Challenges Eligibility Criteria Applicants must be faculty members with a PhD degree, employed at a university recognized by HEC (public or private sector) | Monday, October 20, 2025 | Call Link |
| 5 | HEC Post-Doctoral Fellowship Program (Phase-III) — Batch-V The Higher Education Commission (HEC), Pakistan invites applications from bright and motivated Pakistani/AJK nationals for the prestigious Post-Doctoral Fellowship Programme (Phase-III). LIMITED SEATS AVAILABLE | October 30, 2025 | Call Link |
| 6 | Swiss Government Excellence Scholarships 2025-2026 ( Call for Application) The Government of Switzerland invites applications from Pakistani Students and Researchers for the Prestigious. | 30 September 2025. | Call Link |
| 7 | RASTA – PIDE & Planning Commission Competitive Research Grants The ‘RASTA – PIDE & Planning Commission Competitive Research Grants’ is an extensive economics and public policy research funding programme in Pakistan. Its mission is to develop an extensive research network of academia and think tanks across Pakistan, producing high-quality, evidence-based policy research to inform Pakistan’s public policy process. | submission is due by September 15, 2025, midnight PST. | Call Link |
| 8 | AGM & International Conference of the Pakistan Society of Development Economists (PSDE) 1. Agriculture & Agro-based Exports 2. Industrial Development & SMEs 3. Mining & Resource-based Exports 4. Technology & ICT 5. Manpower & Skills for Export Markets 6. Creative & Cultural Industries 7. Blue Economy & Maritime Trade 8. Tourism as a Services Export Industry | Deadline for Abstract Submission: October 15, 2025 | Call Link |
| 9 | National Geographic Society & PepsiCo are inviting proposals under the program “Building Resilience in Agriculture.” Focus Areas: Soil health, climate resilience & carbon reduction, watershed health, biodiversity (pollinators, restoration, soil microbiome), and farmer/community livelihoods. Eligible Crops: corn, wheat, rice, oats, potatoes, sugar beets, oilseeds (canola, sunflower, rice bran), cocoa, palm oil, raisins, soy. Funding: Up to USD 150,000 (project duration: 2 years). Eligibility: Individuals 18+ (including faculty/researchers). Projects must be field-based, co-created with local farming experts/communities, and show measurable outcomes. Benefits: Recipients become National Geographic Explorers, join the global Explorer Community, gain mentorship, networking, and international visibility. | Deadline: September 30, 2025 (11:59 PM EDT). | Call Link |
| 10 | Wellcome Early-Career Awards Eligibility: Early-career researchers with a PhD (passed viva) or 4+ years equivalent research experience, and no more than 3 years postdoctoral experience (allowing for career breaks). | Deadline: 30 September 2025, 15:00 BST | Call Link |
| 11 | Mental Health Award: Transforming early intervention for anxiety, depression and psychosis in young people Focus: Scalable psychological/social interventions for young people (anxiety, depression, psychosis) Eligibility: Lead applicant must be an established researcher. Teams must include coapplicants (early-career researcher, implementation partner, and lived experience experts). | Deadline: 11 November 2025 | Call Link |
| 12 | Research Environments 2025–26 collaboration grants Grant amount: £25,000–£40,000 Project duration: 12 months (starting January 2026) Eligibility: Joint proposals led by a UK institution in partnership with an institution from one of the partner countries | Application deadline: 9 September 2025, 23:59 (UK time) | Call Link |
| 13 | Adaptation & Resilience Fund (A&R Fund) 2025 Benefits: Access up to $9 million in total funding ? Support for locally led, community-driven solutions ? Focus on innovative finance, resilient institutions & civil society ?️ | ? Deadline: September 19, 2025 | Call Link |
| 14 | Avery Dennison Foundation Grants: Funding for SDGs Avery Dennison Foundation Grants The Avery Dennison Foundation (ADF) is a global funder supporting nonprofits and NGOs, with nearly 90% of projects outside the U.S., aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). | Applications accepted year-round, reviewed quarterly | Call Link |
| 15 | RASTA: Competitive Research Grants’ Post #RASTA - #PIDE & Planning Commission Competitive Research Grants invite RESEARCH IDEAS under its Eighth Competitive Grants Programme (CGP 8.0) on the following themes: □ Economic Transformation & Competitiveness □ Human Capital & Inclusive Development □ Governance & Public Finance □ Climate Resilience & Sustainable Agriculture □ Technology, Energy & Infrastructure | Deadline: 15th September 2025 | Call Link |
| 16 | Technology Transfer Policies and Commercialization of Research Products and Services Instructions 1. Registration form must be dully filled. 2. Incomplete and unauthorized applications will not be processed. 3. Registration or selection to participate in the event does not guarantee the award of 'Certificate of Participation'. Your participation in the Webinar will be monitored in order to process your request to earn the certificate. | Date: August 22, 2025 Time: 02:00-04:30 PM Pakistan Standard Time | Call Link |
| 17 | National Awards for Outstanding Researchers HEC invites Pakistani researchers/scholars to submit applications for HEC Research Awards competition. The purpose of HEC Research Awards is to recognize and reward excellence in research, contributions to intellectual development, and social welfare and promote publications with higher impact. The award includes a certificate and a cash prize. | The deadline for online submission is Wednesday, September 17, 2025, at 11:59 p.m | Call Link |
| 18 | Funding Opportunity – WWF-Pakistan Small Grants Programme (SGP) Address environmental issues by providing technical and financial support in order to build the capacity of small grass-root level organizations; Empower communities; and Promote environmental research by strengthening academic, government and research-based institutions. | Proposals are accepted every 3 months | Call Link |
| 19 | TWAS-SN Bose Postdoctoral Fellowship Programme The S.N. Bose National Centre for Basic Science in Kolkata, India, and TWAS have established a fellowship programme for foreign scholars from developing countries who wish to pursue postdoctoral research in physical sciences. | Deadline to submit the application form and all required documents to TWAS via TWAS online portal: 22 September 2025 (midnight CEST time). | Call Link |
| 20 | Call for Papers – ICCCES'25 We invite faculty, researchers, and professionals to share their research on climate resilience, innovation, and sustainability at #ICCCES25! ? Engage in: ✔️ Keynote Speeches ✔️ Panel Discussions ✔️ Research Paper Presentations ✔️ Networking with Global Experts | Submit Abstracts by: October 15, 2025 | Call Link |
| 21 | Transforming Data into Insights Using Power BI Join Our interactive workshop designed To equip you with the skills To raw data into powerful insights using Microsoft Power BI. 18-19 August 2025 09 am to 01 pm Registration fee 5k | Apply 30 july 2025 | Call Link |
| 22 | CIRCLE Graduate South Asia Conference 2025 The Canada India Research Centre for Learning and Engagement (CIRCLE) invites PhD students from Canadian and south Asian universities engaged in research related to India, South Asia, Indian and/or South Asian diasporas to submit paper abstracts and panel proposals for this multidisciplinary virtual conference. The two-day, virtual conference is intended to showcase cutting-edge research being undertaken in diverse fields in any/all areas of the research focus. It aims to increase awareness about such research, facilitate networking, and foster impactful research. The conference will be structured around panels and keynote lectures. There will be virtual space for informal interactions. | Abstract Submission Deadline: Extended to August 15, 2025 | Call Link |
| 23 | Call For Concept Note Technology Meet up Explore Innovation | 27 july | Call Link |
| 24 | PNP Internship Program PNP Internship Program is an exciting career opportunity for Pakistani university students to get hands-on valuable experience required in national and international job market. It is primarily designed after a thorough study of the HEC Undergraduate Education Policy (ver 1.1) to facilitate students of public and private sector universities. | 21 July | Call Link |
| 25 | Diploma in AI for Business/Office Prodcutivity Business/Office Prodcutivity | 10,12 July | |
| 26 | RDIA Announces Launch of 2025 Research Grants on RDI National Priorities Riyadh, December 24, 2024, SPA – The Research, Development, and Innovation Authority (RDIA) has announced the launch of its 2025 Research Grants on Research, Development, and Innovation (RDI) National Priorities, marking a major milestone in advancing Saudi Arabia’s RDI ecosystem. Applications for the grants are now open, enabling researchers and innovators to deliver groundbreaking research and innovations that address national priorities while reinforcing Saudi Arabia’s leadership in the RDI sector. | Lauch’s of its 2025 | Call Link |
| 27 | PERIDOT Mobility Grant Programs Phase -XII Call for research proposals | 23 September 2025(04.00pm) | Call Link |
| 28 | International workshop on quality assurance and university ranking (2 days workshop) | 2,3 July 2025 | Call Link |
| 29 | See Pakistan (Pakistan Largest Enterpreneurial Expo) at Expo Centre Lahore (Pakistan Largest Enterpreneurial Expo) | On August 9, 2025 | Call Link |
| 30 | Islamic Development Bank (Call for Proposal) | Open 24 April 2025 to 12 June, 2025 | Call Link |
| 31 | Research Grants on Educational: LARGE Educational: LARGE | Intent to Apply May 14 ,2025 Deadline June 17, 2025 | Call Link |
| 32 | See Pakistan (World Startup Championship 2025) The Global Stage for Startup Excellence | 31st May, 2025 | Call Link |
| 33 | 4th International Conference on Engineering and Computing Technologies ICECT 2025) 13-14 Nov 2025, Islamabad Pakistan | Paper Presentation Deadline 15 May, 2025 Poster Presentation Deadline 15 Sept, 2025 | Call Link |
| 34 | International Peace Education Conference (Call For Paper) | April 15, 2025 Review results: May 2, 2025 Final submission: May 11, 2025 |