NIJ FY 2026 Crime and Justice Research
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National Institute of Justice is offering grants of up to $5.0 million to nonprofits, colleges and universities, state and local governments, tribes, small businesses and businesses. It expects to make about 9 awards worth $5.5 million in total. Applications close on November 16, 2026.
From the official notice on Grants.gov, last changed October 9, 2026. Checked October 31, 2026.
- Award ceiling$5.0 million
- Award floornot stated
- Expected awards9
- Total funding$5.5 million
- Cost sharingNot required
- Funding typeGrant
Key dates
| Posted | October 9, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Deadline | November 16, 2026 |
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Who can apply
This opportunity is open to nonprofits, colleges and universities, state and local governments, tribes, small businesses and businesses.
- State governments
- County governments
- City or township governments
- Special district governments
- Independent school districts
- Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
- Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized)
- Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities
- Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments)
- Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
- Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
- Private institutions of higher education
- For profit organizations other than small businesses
- Small businesses
Is this a realistic fit?
- No cost sharing or match is required.
What the grant funds
This is a notice of funding opportunity (NOFO) for the NIJ FY 2026 Crime and Justice Research. This opportunity NOFO calls for applications in two categories: Category 1: Crime and Justice Research: Category 1 will support applications for research on new programs, strategies, and technological solutions to improve workforce effectiveness, enhance operational readiness, and support safety in the adult criminal justice system. Category 2: Assessment of the Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) De-escalation Training Program: Category 2 will support proposals to study the implementation and impact of the Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) De-Escalation Training Program.
How to apply
- Read the full notice and attachments on Grants.gov and the agency's announcement. The notice is the official source for deadlines and requirements.
- Make sure your organization has an active SAM.gov registration and Unique Entity ID; registration can take several weeks.
- Register on Grants.gov and submit through Workspace before the deadline and time given in the notice. Our application guide walks through each step.
Questions go to National Institute of Justice, OJP.ResponseCenter@usdoj.gov, 202-616-5314.
Questions people ask
Who can apply for NIJ FY 2026 Crime and Justice Research?
National Institute of Justice accepts applications from nonprofits, colleges and universities, state and local governments, tribes, small businesses and businesses.
What is the deadline for NIJ FY 2026 Crime and Justice Research?
Closes November 16, 2026 (16 days left). Confirm the date and time in the official notice on Grants.gov.
How much funding is available?
Awards of up to $5.0 million each. About $5.5 million in total across about 9 awards.