Canada Graduate Research Scholarship Doctoral Program 2027 – Fully Funded
Applications are now open for the prestigious Canada Graduate Research Scholarship – Doctoral (CGRS-D) program, offering exceptional doctoral students across Canada and internationally a transformative opportunity to pursue advanced research at the highest academic level. This comprehensive scholarship program represents Canada’s commitment to fostering the next generation of innovative researchers, knowledge creators, and academic leaders who will shape the future of scientific discovery and scholarly inquiry.
- Criteria and Eligibility
- Required Document
- Benefit
Eligibility Criteria
Academic Requirements
Doctoral Program Progress:
- Maximum 36 months of full-time equivalent doctoral study completed by December 31 of application year
- Part-time study converts at 2:1 ratio (two part-time terms = one full-time term)
- Fast-track programs: Time calculated from doctoral program entry date
- Joint programs (MA/PhD, MSc/PhD): Time calculated from initial enrollment in any portion
Required Documents
- Completed application form (where applicable)
- Updated academic transcripts
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Statement of purpose or personal statement
- Two academic recommendation letters
- Proof of nationality (passport or national ID)
- Research proposal (if required)
Financial Benefits:
Annual Award Value:
- CAD $40,000 per year for three consecutive years
- Total program value of CAD $120,000 over the complete scholarship duration
- Tax-free status for Canadian residents under current federal regulations
- Flexible payment schedule aligned with academic calendar requirements
Additional Financial Advantages:
- Freedom to pursue additional approved research funding and institutional stipends
- Eligibility for supplementary funding through joint initiatives and partnerships
- Potential access to international research collaboration support programs
- Opportunity for agency-specific enhancement awards and specialized funding streams
