To all the early-career or senior scientists, we are here with exciting news: the application deadline for the NASA Postdoctoral Program (NPP), which was July 1, 2025, has now been extended to November 1, 2025. If you haven’t applied or missed the deadline, you still have a chance to pursue NASA’s mission and experience the world’s diverse expertise and technology. For those who are not aware of this program, the NASA postdoctoral program offers a unique opportunity to outstanding scientists (US or non-US nationals) to carry out high-impact, cutting-edge research aligned with NASA’s mission at NASA Headquarters, NASA centers, or NASA-affiliated institutes.
The duration of the fellowship is up to 3 years. The program aims to advance NASA’s missions in the areas of space science, Earth science, aeronautics, space operations, exploration systems, and astrobiology. The program is offering two tracks: (1) Post Doctoral Research Program, which is focused on research, and (2) Post Doctoral Management Program for Fellows interested in the management side can apply for the Management program at NASA headquarters. The fellowship is inviting applications from applicants who have secured a PhD degree for less than five years; applicants who have held a PhD degree for 5 or more years can apply for the senior fellowship. To know more details about the NASA Postdoctoral program, read the information below.
Details About NASRA Postdoctoral Program (NPP) 2025
- Country: United States
- Host Organization: National Aeronautics and Space Administration
- Open for: Both US, non-US nationals
- Coverage: Fully Funded
- Application Deadline: November 1st, 2025
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Program Benefits
The NASA (NPP) offers a wide range of benefits, such as:
- The fellows will receive an annual stipend of ($70,000 to $90,000)
- A travel and research allowance of $10,000
- Relocation allowance, including transportation, household shipping, etc
- Health insurance
- Dedicated funds for attending international conferences and field visits
Research Areas
| No | Areas |
|---|---|
| 1 | Aeronautics |
| 2 | Astrobiology |
| 3 | Astrophysics |
| 4 | Biological Sciences |
| 5 | Cosmochemistry |
| 6 | Earth Science |
| 7 | Engineering |
| 8 | Heliophysics Science |
| 9 | Interdisciplinary/Other |
| 10 | Materials and Physical Sciences |
| 11 | Planetary Science |
| 12 | Technology Development |
Eligibility Criteria:
Applicants fulfilling the following criteria are invited to apply for the post-doctoral fellowship;
- Accepting applications from both US and Foreign nationals
- Must hold a PhD or equivalent degree by the time the fellowship starts
- Secured a degree in the areas relevant to NASA’s mission, such as engineering, biology, planetary science, earth science, etc
- Foreign nationals must possess a J-1 Exchange Visitor visa (Research category)
- Identify a NASA research opportunity and secure a NASA advisor
Required Documents
- Research Proposal
- Resume/CV
- Reference letters
- Support Letter from NASA Advisor
- Degree Transcripts
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- ISTA Fellowship Programme 2025 in AustriaÂ
- ETH Zurich Postdoctoral Fellowship 2025-26
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Application Deadline: All applications need to be submitted by November 1st, 2025.
How to Apply?
Here is the step-by-step guide to apply for the NASA NPP 2025:
- Step 1: Review eligibility criteria, make sure you meet the criteria
- Step 2: Find out the Current Research opportunities aligned with your interest
- Step 3: Secure NASA Advisor (each opportunity list has advisor contact details)
- Step 4: Create a Profile account to apply for the opportunity
For more details, visit the official link below:
