Submitting an Application
Applications are to be submitted electronically using the SF424 (R&R) Application Guide following the instructions in Part I.7, " Preparing an Individual Research Career Development Award (CDA) Application" and Section IV of the program announcement.
When the program-specific instructions deviate from those in the Application Guide, follow the program-specific instructions. Applications that do not comply with these instructions may be delayed or not accepted for review.
For assistance with application submission, please see the Frequently Asked Questions and/or contact eRA Commons Help Desk/Grant.gov contact Center.
Application Receipt Dates and Review Schedule
| Receipt Date: New Application | Receipt Date: Resubmission Application | Initial Review | Council Review | Earliest Possible Start Date* | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Receipt Cycle 1 | February 12 | March 12 | June/July | September/October | December |
| Receipt Cycle 2 | June 12 | July 12 | October/November | January/February | April |
| Receipt Cycle 3 | October 12 | November 12 | February/March | May/June | July |
Applications are due by 5 pm local time.
When a standard submission date falls on a weekend or Federal holiday, the application deadline is automatically extended to the next business day.
* Start dates are determined by the availability of NCI funds and may not occur until well after the earliest possible start date.
