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This page provides the latest information about NIH fiscal policies to help you better understand NIH’s approach to grant funding.
NIH Budget Overview
- Current and historical NIH budget information from the NIH Office of Budget
- Funding Patterns by NIH Institute and Center
- Summary statistics on the NIH-funded portfolio from the NIH Data Book
ICO Funding Policies and Considerations
NIH is using a consistent and unified NIH-wide funding decisions approach for the most meritorious science, addressing health priorities, and supporting a robust biomedical workforce. Learn more about how NIH is leveraging Institute, Center, and Office funding policies.
Salary Cap Summary
Congress legislatively mandates a limitation on salary for individuals under NIH grant and cooperative agreement awards. The mandate appears in the annual appropriation act that provides authority for NIH to incur obligations for a given fiscal year (FY).
NRSA Stipend Levels
Stipend levels for Ruth L. Kirschstein National Research Service Awards (NRSA) are updated periodically in conjunction with an NIH annual appropriation and announced via a notice in the NIH Guide for Grants and Contracts.
NIH Fiscal Policy Notices
Find the latest NIH fiscal policy notices on budget appropriations, legislative mandates, salary caps, tuition and stipend levels, and other fiscal operations guidance. Notices are organized by fiscal year (FY).