CGIAR Research Program Fellowships and Scholarships
Global research fellowships and capacity sharing opportunities offered by CGIAR, the world's largest public agricultural innovation network, supporting research across international centers in food, land, and water systems.
Quick Facts
Status
Funding
Full / PartialDeadline
Varies - confirm on official site
Country
Multiple CountriesAbout the CGIAR Research Program Fellowships and Scholarships
CGIAR is recognized as the world's largest global agricultural innovation network, providing evidence to policy makers, innovation to partners, and new tools to harness the economic, environmental, and nutritional power of agriculture. The organization works across six major regions to jointly address challenges to food, land, and water systems through a comprehensive research portfolio.
Through its Capacity Sharing initiatives and global network of research centers, CGIAR fosters equal and healthy partnerships to share capacity and advance agricultural science with a strong focus on gender, youth, and social inclusion. The organization coordinates its activities across more than 70 countries, collaborating with over 3,000 partners worldwide.
The institutional framework encompasses multiple international research centers, including AfricaRice, CIFOR-ICRAF, CIP, CIMMYT, ICARDA, ICRISAT, IFPRI, IITA, ILRI, IRRI, IWMI, WorldFish, and the Alliance of Bioversity International and CIAT. These centers serve as the primary host institutions for specialized research training, fellowships, and academic collaborations.
CGIAR operates under a robust governance model featuring the CGIAR Council and CGIAR Board, with funding supported by diverse international contributors through the CGIAR Trust Fund. Programs are aligned with the 2030 Research and Innovation Strategy to tackle global issues such as climate change, rural poverty, and nutritional security.
Eligible Levels
Eligible Fields
Why Choose This Scholarship?
Join the world's largest public global agricultural innovation network
Conduct research across a network spanning more than 70 countries
Contribute to high-impact solutions addressing climate change and food security
Collaborate with over 3,000 global partner organizations and premier research centers
What the Scholarship Covers
Studying in Multiple Countries
Fellowships and research opportunities are hosted across CGIAR centers located in more than 70 countries globally.
Eligibility Requirements
4 requirements
Documents Checklist
4 documents required
How to Apply - Step by Step
Identify open fellowship or research opportunities through CGIAR center websites or careers portals
Review specific project requirements and eligibility criteria for the targeted position
Prepare the required application documents including transcripts and research statements
Submit the application directly through the designated portal or contact point of the respective CGIAR center
Application Timeline
Varies
Application Opening
Announcements vary by specific CGIAR center and project
Varies
Selection
Evaluated by center review committees
Insider Tips & Pro Tips
Explore individual profiles of the 13 CGIAR research centers to find groups matching your specialization
Align your research proposal with CGIAR impact areas like climate adaptation and nutrition
Monitor the careers and news sections on the official portal for newly announced calls
Engage with regional research priorities across the six operating zones
Check specific funding windows and active grants linked to your target program
Important Links & Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions
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CGIAR is the world's largest global agricultural innovation network dedicated to transforming food, land, and water systems in a climate crisis.
CGIAR works across more than 70 countries through its network of research centers spanning multiple global regions.
Opportunities generally target graduate students at the Master's and PhD levels, as well as postdoctoral researchers.
Check the Official Website
This scholarship typically opens around Varies - confirm on official site. Confirm the current cycle and deadline on the official portal.
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