Research Grant
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Senior researchers coordinating or planning a project for research group, may apply for a research grant. Research grant can be applied for working (a working grant, for 12 months maximum), purchased services, materials and other expenses. Please note! It is possible to apply for travel expenses related to the research project with a separate travel grant application (travel expenses may not be included in the research grant application). Doctoral researchers may not apply for a research grant.
The working grant in the year 2024
€2189 / month (insurance included) | €1910 / month (without insurance)
The amount of tax-free grant corresponds with the so-called artist grant. The law on the social security of grant recipients requires a pension insurance contract if certain conditions are met (see mela.fi). The grant recipient must be free from other employment and able to concentrate on research.
The amount of a working grant in previous years
2023: €2080 / month (insurance included) | €1800 / month (without insurance)
2022: €2039 / month (insurance included) | €1764 / month (without insurance)
2021: €1972 / month (insurance included) | €1716 / month (without insurance)
2020: €1939 / month (insurance included) | €1690 / month (without insurance)
2019: €1730 / month (insurance included) | €1500 / month (without insurance)