The National Institute of Disaster Management (NIDM), Ministry of Home Affairs, Govern
NIDM Research Project 2026: The National Institute of Disaster Management (NIDM), Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India, has invited research proposals under its Research Project/Study on Disaster Management: Innovation & Action Research for FY 2026–27.
The initiative supports innovative and action-oriented research aimed at addressing important disaster risk reduction and disaster management challenges in India.
Key Details
Funder: National Institute of Disaster Management (NIDM), Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India
Programme: Research Project/Study on Disaster Management: Innovation & Action Research
Funding Support: Up to ₹8 lakh per project
Number of Projects: 5
Project Duration: 1–2 years
Deadline: 31 August 2026
Location: India
Areas of Research
The call covers research related to areas such as:
- Disaster insurance and risk financing
- Landslides
- Earthquakes
- Floods and riverine hazards
- Cyclones and coastal hazards
- Forest fires
- Disaster-related societal issues
The research is expected to have practical relevance to disaster risk reduction, preparedness, resilience, policy or community-level applications.
Who Can Apply?
The call is primarily intended for eligible scientists, engineers, researchers and faculty members associated with recognised R&D institutions, State Government Administrative Training Institutes and academic institutions, subject to the conditions specified by NIDM.
NGOs and nonprofit organisations interested in the opportunity should carefully check the official eligibility requirements before applying.
Funding
Selected projects can receive financial support of up to ₹8 lakh for a period of 1–2 years.
How to Apply
Applicants should prepare and submit their proposal using the prescribed NIDM application format.
The application deadline is:
31 August 2026
Applicants should check the official guidelines for the required documents, proposal format, eligibility conditions and submission procedure.
Official Website
National Institute of Disaster Management (NIDM):
https://nidm.gov.in/
Official Call for Proposals and Application Guidelines:
https://nidm.gov.in/pdf/Call%20For%20Proposal%20ToR%20IUINDRR%202026.pdf
Applicants should refer to the official NIDM website and guidelines for complete and updated information before applying.
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