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NASA Postdoctoral Program (NPP) is sponsored by National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA). The NASA Postdoctoral Program offers scientists and engineers opportunities to conduct research aligned with NASA's scientific goals, including Earth science, planetary science, heliophysics, astrophysics, aeronautics and engineering, human exploration and operations, space bioscience, and astrobiology.
The program supports fundamental science, promotes intellectual growth, and encourages scientific connections.
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NASA Postdoctoral Fellowships | NASA Postdoctoral Program November 2026 cycle is open. View current opportunities Welcome to the NPP Gateway! Find a Fellowship November 2026 application cycle is now open Application deadline is Sunday, November 1, 2026 at 6 p.
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Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, and foreign nationals eligible for a J-1 visa as a Research Scholar. Applicants must have completed a doctorate or equivalent degree before beginning the fellowship, but may apply while completing degree requirements. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates Annual stipends start at $60,000, with supplements for high cost-of-living areas and certain degree fields. Annual travel budget of $10,000, relocation allowance, and financial supplement for health insurance. Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
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