SRF | Frequently Asked Question

Strategic Research Fund Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Strategic Research Fund (SRF) programme?

SRF is one of the funding schemes under Dana PEMACU MOSTI, to fund strategic research and top-down initiative based on priority areas and in line with Dasar Sains, Teknologi dan Inovasi Negara (“DSTIN”), 10-10 MySTIE and MOSTI’s technology roadmap.

MRANTI has been appointed as one of the implementing agencies for SRF. MRANTI’s SRF provides a platform for Prototyping and Viability Testing of a project that converts R&D at ideation stage into tangible prototype which is ready to be tested in real environments.

What is the priority area for MRANTI’s SRF?

MRANTI is looking for advanced technological R&D projects in areas of mobility, agriculture, and healthtech that are crossing the technological Valley of Death i.e. conversion from Proof-of-Concept stage to the Testing in Real Environment stage (TRL 3-5).

How can I apply ?

You may submit the application form via the link provided in the MRANTI SRF website for each focus area. The shortlisted applicants will be contacted for further assessment process.

When can I apply?

We shall make the announcement from time to time. Please refer to our website https://mranti.my/srf under Programme Timeline.

What are the eligible criteria for SRF?

The proposed R&D product is at TRL 3 to 5

Small and Medium-sized Enterprise (SME) Applicant:

Registered with SSM (Sdn Bhd)
Majority owned by Malaysian(s)

Small and Medium-sized Enterprise (SME) Applicant:

Registered with SSM (Sdn Bhd)
Majority owned by Malaysian(s)
Minimum paid up capital of RM10,000
At least 2 shareholders
Has been incorporated not more than 5 years

University/Research Institute

The prototype that will be developed under SRF must be demonstrated in an operational environment (TRL 7) as part of the deliverable of the project

Do we have to incorporate a company in Malaysia?

Yes, if you are applying as a business entity (Sdn Bhd).

Is SRF a full grant?

SRF is a matching grant of 65% of the total project cost, for SME applicants. Full funding of the total project cost may be granted to Startup/Spin-off/University/Research institutions.

How is the disbursement mechanism for the grant?

The grant will be on a reimbursement basis. However, Milestone 1 will be disbursed in advance, capped at 20% of approved total funding amount.

What is the maximum project duration?

The maximum project duration is 36 months.

Where do I go if I have more questions?

Kindly email your questions to techcomm@mranti.my.

What if my project does not fall within MRANTI’s priority area and focused technology?

Kindly refer to MOSTI SRF-APP Guideline Lampiran 5 for a comprehensive list of priority areas involving other Agensi Pelaksana & Pemantau (APP) priority areas that may align well with your project.

Additionally, you are welcome to email us a brief project summary at techcomm@mranti.my. Our dedicated team shall review and offer customised recommendations on how best to proceed.