Aging Research Dissertation Awards

A guide for postdoctoral researchers to compare NIA career development (K) awards, including K 99, K 22, and K 01, to determine the best fit for their career stage and transition goals.

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DeadlineFebruary 12, June 12, October 12

Award amountR 00 Total Budget: Up to $249,000; K 01: 5 years faculty funding ($95 K); K 22: 3 years faculty funding ($175 K); K 99 Salary: Up to $75,000 plus fringe; K 99 Research and Career Development Funds: Up to $25,000; K 99: 1-2 years postdoctoral funding ($100 K) and 3 years faculty funding ($249 K)

Last checkedJun 25, 2026

PDF guide

NIH Fellowship Instructions (Forms Version I Series)

Official NIH guidance document providing comprehensive instructions for preparing and submitting fellowship grant applications using the SF424 (R&R) application package.

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Requirements

Use SF424 (R&R) application packages; Complete required registrations (Grants.gov, eRA Commons, ASSIST); Follow formatting requirements for PDF attachments; Adhere to page limits specified for the grant program; Submit reference letters if required by the program; Include Biographical Sketch Common Form and NIH Biographical Sketch Supplement

Application materials

SF 424 (R&R) Form; R&R Other Project Information Form; Project/Performance Site Location(s) Form; R&R Senior/Key Person Profile (Expanded) Form; PHS Fellowship Supplemental Form; PHS Human Subjects and Clinical Trials Information

How to apply

Become familiar with the application process; Identify the correct Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO); Choose the appropriate application instruction format; Complete the required forms; Submit via Grants.gov, ASSIST, or organizational system; Track application status in eRA Commons

Documents

Fellowship Instructions for NIH and Other PHS Agencies - Forms Version I Series (PDF)

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