30 September 2026
3 Members (incl. 1 External)
Maximum 12 Months
WUB Faculty Members
The Research and Innovation Center (RIC), World University of Bangladesh (WUB) invites research project proposals from eligible faculty members under the Competitive Internal Research Grants (Window 2). This initiative is designed to promote high-quality, innovative, impactful, and multidisciplinary research within the University.
The research grants will be allocated competitively based on the research clusters specified in the WUB Research Policy, with consideration given to the relevance, quality, originality, feasibility, and potential impact of the proposed research projects.
Grants allocated based on merit, quality, and potential impact
Promoting high-quality, innovative, and multidisciplinary research
Developing impactful solutions to contemporary challenges
The primary aim of the Competitive Internal Research Grants is to support research that contributes to:
Advancing academic and research excellence across all disciplines
Contributing to societal and community development through research
Driving industry innovation and technological advancement
Addressing national development priorities and strategic goals
Supporting the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals
Developing evidence-based solutions to contemporary challenges
All eligible WUB faculty members are strongly encouraged to submit their research project proposals in accordance with the Research Grant Guidelines, eligibility criteria, application procedures, and requirements outlined below.
Choose from diverse innovation targets and means aligned with global challenges.
The maximum research grant depends on the research discipline.
Business, Law, Tourism & Hospitality, English, Journalism & Media
Science, Engineering and related interdisciplinary disciplines
Note: Researchers should prepare the proposed budget carefully and provide appropriate justification for each major expenditure. The maximum budget is a ceiling and does not guarantee that the full amount will be awarded. The final grant amount will be determined based on the quality, scope, feasibility, and budget justification of the approved proposal.
Final date for research project proposal submission. Proposals submitted after the deadline may not be considered.
Expert evaluation by internal faculty and external subject experts to ensure rigorous assessment.
Shortlisted proposals presentation session.
Approved projects must be completed within this timeframe. Researchers must present activities via a Gantt Chart and submit progress reports every 4 months.
The proposal will initially be reviewed by internal reviewers/expert faculty members to assess:
Shortlisted proposals may subsequently be evaluated by external reviewers/subject experts to ensure independent and academically rigorous assessment.
Final funding decisions are made by the RIC based on reviewer recommendations and fund availability.
Join WUB's mission to promote high-quality, innovative, and impactful research that contributes to academic excellence and sustainable development.
