MakRIF Round 8 (FY 2026/27) – Track 1

Source-based overview

MakRIF Round 8 (FY 2026/27) – Track 1 is a research and innovation grant from Makerere University Research and Innovations Fund. Track 1 funds new research and innovation ideas addressing Uganda's national research agenda. It focuses on Research; innovation; evidence for national development and is relevant to Uganda; Makerere University. The recorded deadline or key date is Closes 2 Oct 2026, 23:59 EAT. Applicants should review the official page for the complete eligibility rules, required documents, assessment criteria, funding conditions, deadline time zone and submission route.

Eligibility

Eligible applicants and locations: Uganda; Makerere University. Confirm any institutional, citizenship, career-stage and partnership requirements on the official call page.

Funding and benefits

UGX 6 billion; at least 58 awards; up to UGX 150 million

See the official call page for funding and support details

Themes and supported activities

Research; innovation; evidence for national development

Research and Innovation Grant

Uganda; Makerere University

Deadline and timeline

Closes 2 Oct 2026, 23:59 EAT: Closes 2 Oct 2026, 23:59 EAT: Oct 2, 2026.

Applicants should confirm the exact deadline time, time zone, required documents, portal steps and any institutional approvals on the official call page before submitting.

How to apply

Open the official call page, confirm the current requirements and deadline time zone, prepare the requested documents and submit through the funder or organiser's stated route.

Before applying, check eligibility rules, budgets, attachments, page limits, partner requirements, cost-share conditions and whether the opportunity uses an expression of interest, full proposal, registration or nomination stage.