Office of the Chief Scientist & Engineer

Welcome to the Office of the Chief Scientist & Engineer's (OCSE) grant funding page hosted by Smarty Grants. The OCSE supports R&D investment, research translation and industry growth to help create economic, social, and environmental benefits for NSW.

More information on the OCSE can be found here: https://www.chiefscientist.nsw.gov.au/ 

Current Rounds

NSSN Grand Challenge Fund 2027

Submissions are now open.
Submissions close 5:00pm 22 February 2027 (AEDT).

Research Conference Support Program - 2027 Round

Submissions are now open.
Submissions close 10:00am 19 November 2026 (AEDT).