Prepare to apply

These set out the terms and conditions on which we award grants. Applicants and organisations must comply with our grant conditions, along with our funding policies and any terms and conditions set out in their award letter.

Eligibility information for applicants and organisations applying for Wellcome funding.

Some of our funding is open to applicants based in low- or middle-income countries. Review a list of countries with low-income or middle-income economies, compiled by the Organisation for Ecomonomic Co-operation and Development.

Why we don't support researchers funded by the tobacco industry.

Who our policy applies to and what researchers and organisations must do.

Wellcome cannot fund activities in mainland China because of the Chinese Overseas Non-governmental Organisation (NGO) Law.

The career stage and experience expected of early-career researchers, and the funding opportunities Wellcome has available for researchers at this career stage.

The career stage and experience expected of mid-career researchers, and the funding opportunities Wellcome has available for researchers at this career stage.

The career stage and experience expected of established researchers, and the funding opportunities Wellcome has available for researchers at this career stage.

Some applicants may be able to apply for both a Wellcome Career Development Award and a Wellcome Discovery Award. This guidance includes things to consider when deciding which to apply for.

Get information on the types of research that Wellcome funds in Discovery Research, including who we fund and what we don't fund.

Although we fund a wide range of activities, there are some things we don't fund.

We know that preparing funding applications is time-consuming and can be stressful, so we’ve put together some tips to help you write your Wellcome grant application. 

When you apply for a Wellcome grant, you need to tell us the role of each person involved in your application. Each role has different responsibilities.

Key dates for funding schemes.

An overview of things to consider as you develop your outputs management plan.

If you're applying for funding to do clinical research in the UK, you may need to complete a Schedule of Events Cost Attribution Tool (SoECAT). Find out who needs to complete a SoECAT and how.

We believe using an engaged research approach improves research and makes it more impactful. This guide outlines what we mean by engaged research and provides resources and tools for researchers.

Get advice on what you need to consider when you apply for funding, as well as during your grant, and when you commercialise Wellcome-funded Intellectual Property.

If you apply for a Wellcome grant, you may be invited for an interview to help us reach a decision. Get advice on preparing your presentation, and some practical tips for your interview.

Wellcome supports teams committed to improving their research environment. This guidance will help you tell us about your research environment commitments in your application.

Get guidance on registering as a new organisation on the Wellcome Funding platform, adding other team members, and what roles and permissions are available.

When a lead applicant prepares their application, it must first be approved by their organisation before it can be submitted to Wellcome. Find out what organisations need to do.

If you are disabled or have a long-term health condition, we offer support to help you with the grant application process.

See our opportunities and support available for researchers re-entering a research career, taking time off, needing flexible or part-time working, or have caring responsibilities.

If you're a researcher from outside the UK, you can apply for a Global Talent visa to come to – or remain in – the UK.