2026 Korea-China Young Scientist Exchange Program (Korean Researchers Dispatched to China) New Project Call
Open to PhD candidates and researchers under 45 at domestic universities and government-funded institutes, offering opportunities for Korea-China scientific exchange.
- Eligible
- Researchers affiliated with domestic universities and government-funded research institutes
- Deadline
- 2026.11.13
The application period for Principal Investigators runs from October 12 to November 11, 2026, with the host institution approval deadline on November 13, 2026. Applications are submitted online via the IRIS system, requiring eight documents including an invitation letter from a Chinese researcher.
3-second summary
- Host Institution: National Research Foundation of Korea
- Application Period: Oct 12, 2026 - Nov 11, 2026
- Target Audience: Researchers affiliated with domestic universities and government-funded institutes
- Application Method: Online submission via IRIS system
Eligibility checklist
- Affiliated with domestic universities or government-funded research institutes
- Holding South Korean nationality
- PhD holders or PhD candidates under 45 years old as of the application deadline
- Not previously supported by the Korea-China Young Scientist Exchange Program (Dispatch)
- Capable of conducting research and living locally in Chinese (or English)
- Able to obtain an invitation letter from a Chinese researcher in the same field
Schedule & how to apply
- PI Application Period: Oct 12, 2026 09:00 - Nov 11, 2026 17:00
- Host Institution Approval Period: Oct 12, 2026 09:00 - Nov 13, 2026 17:00
- Procedure: Researcher Application > Host Institution Approval > Completion
Recommended for
- Recommended for young scientists under 45 affiliated with domestic universities or government-funded institutes who wish to collaborate with top universities or research labs in mainland China.
Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible to apply?
This program is for Researchers affiliated with domestic universities and government-funded research institutes. Details: Affiliated with domestic universities or government-funded research institutes; Holding South Korean nationality; PhD holders or PhD candidates under 45 years old as of the application deadline; Not previously supported by the Korea-China Young Scientist Exchange Program (Dispatch).
When is the application deadline?
The application deadline is 2026.11.13. Schedules may change — confirm against the official program notice.
How do I apply?
Applications follow the official program notice, which is in Korean. See the source link for the method and receiving office; Beaconoi can prepare an English draft for your review.
Which organization runs this program?
This program is administered by National Research Foundation of Korea.
Last updated · Source: National Research Foundation of Korea — official notice
※ Program information is compiled from each institution’s public sources; actual eligibility, amounts and deadlines may change. Always verify against the official notice (in Korean) before applying.