Dear Prof./Assoc. Prof./ Dr./Mr./Ms.,

1. The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) is pleased to invite all eligible researchers to submit a research proposal(s) under the Digital Society Research Grant (DSRG) and Digital Society Research Grant for Industry (DSRGX) programme. The Call for Proposals (CFP) is now open from Monday, 2 March 2026 until 5:00 pm on Thursday, 2 April 2026.

2. This cycle focuses exclusively on 20 guided research titles developed by MCMC and their industry partners to reflect key national and sectoral priorities. They warmly encourage researchers to explore these themes and submit proposals that align with them. Only proposals based on these titles will be considered for funding.

3. A virtual information session is scheduled at 10:00 am on Thursday, 5 March 2026. Attendance for this session is voluntary but highly encouraged as the session will include important advice and reminders on proposal submissions. You may register for the information session by completing this form at [https://mcmc-gov-my.zoom.us/meeting/register/fMxtH7NRTnGlZPgYtC-C-g].

4. For further information, please visit the following link: [https://mcmc.gov.my/en/grants/2026-dsrg-dsrgx-cycle-1].

5. For enquiries, please contact the secretariat: Mr. Zachary Malik at 03-8688 8263 / Ms. Kasthuri Sri Tharan at 03-8688 8497 / Ms. Atiqah Nabilah Mohd Salleh at 03-8688 7854 / Ms. Nor Aina Osman at 03-8688 8008 / Ms. Ainul Yasmin Mohd Yusoff at 03-8688 8116 or by email with the subject “DSRG/DSRGX 2026, CYCLE 1 QUERY” to dsrg@mcmc.gov.my cc grantapplication@iium.edu.my.

Record your research application HERE.