Skip to main content
Independent federal grant matching. Not affiliated with any government agency. Get free access and see which open grants fit your organization.
Closed on Jun 15, 2026

NIJ FY25 Research and Evaluation of Artificial Intelligence for Criminal Justice Purposes

National Institute of Justice · Opportunity number O-NIJ-2025-172615

Details summarized from the official notice as of Jun 16, 2026. Always confirm eligibility, deadlines and requirements in the official notice before applying.

Independent platform. Not affiliated with or endorsed by any government agency. Data from public federal sources.

This opportunity is closed as of Jun 15, 2026. It is kept here for reference. See the related open opportunities below, or check the official listing in case the agency posts a new cycle.

Key facts

Opportunity numberO-NIJ-2025-172615
AgencyNational Institute of Justice
Department of Justice
Assistance listing (ALN, formerly CFDA)16.560
PostedMay 14, 2026
DeadlineJun 15, 2026
Award ceiling$2,500,000
Expected number of awards3
Estimated total program funding$2,500,000
Cost sharing or matching requiredNo
Funding typeGrant
CategoryScience technology and other research and development
Last updated hereJun 16, 2026

Summary from the notice

This NOFO seeks to support research and evaluation that advances the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in the criminal justice system. The goal of this NOFO is to enhance lawful decision-making and help improve its accuracy and effectiveness through AI applications supporting crime prevention, public safety, and criminal justice systems. Research should explore both the benefits and limitations of AI, addressing potential risks and downstream impacts. NIJ expects to fund studies that explore use cases in policing, corrections, courts, or other criminal justice adjacent areas to examine the suitability of using AI to solve operational problems, as well as evaluate the impacts and outcomes when integrated into criminal justice practice. Applying for this funding opportunity involves a two-stage process that begins with submission of a concept paper. Based on the merits of the concept paper, NIJ may request that the applicant submit a full proposal. Applicants should not submit a full proposal unless invited. For information on the concept paper format, please see the General Purpose of the Funding section of this NOFO.

Who can apply

The official notice lists these applicant types as eligible:

  • Nonprofits without 501(c)(3) status (other than colleges)
  • City or township governments
  • For-profit organizations other than small businesses
  • Federally recognized tribal governments
  • Other Native American tribal organizations
  • Others named in the notice (see the eligibility text)
  • State governments
  • Small businesses
  • Nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status (other than colleges)
  • County governments
  • Special district governments
  • Public and state colleges and universities
  • Private colleges and universities

Who should take a closer look

  • Small businesses
  • Nonprofits
  • Colleges and universities
  • State governments
  • Local governments
  • Tribal governments and organizations
  • Larger for-profit companies

Not listed as eligible

  • Individuals

Unless the eligibility text in the notice names you, this opportunity is probably not for you.

Eligibility details from the notice

Other Units of Local Government

Registrations you will likely need

Most applications submitted through Grants.gov need the following. Registration can take several weeks, so start early. The notice lists the exact requirements.

Related open opportunities

NIJ FY 2026 Evaluation of the Effectiveness of the Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) Byrne State Crisis Intervention Program (SCIP)

National Institute of Justice · O-NIJ-2026-172798

Deadline: Nov 16, 2026 (31 days left) Up to: $5,943,493 Science technology and other research and development

NIJ FY 2026 Research and Evaluation on Human Trafficking

National Institute of Justice · O-NIJ-2026-172799

Deadline: Nov 16, 2026 (31 days left) Up to: $2,500,000 Science technology and other research and development

NIJ FY 2026 Research and Evaluation on Justice System Responses to Illegal Immigration

National Institute of Justice · O-NIJ-2026-172800

Deadline: Nov 16, 2026 (31 days left) Up to: $3,000,000 Science technology and other research and development

NIJ FY 2026 Crime and Justice Research

National Institute of Justice · O-NIJ-2026-172801

Deadline: Nov 16, 2026 (31 days left) Up to: $5,000,000 Science technology and other research and development

NIJ FY 2026 Research and Evaluation on School Safety

National Institute of Justice · O-NIJ-2026-172796

Deadline: Nov 23, 2026 (38 days left) Up to: $5,000,000 Science technology and other research and development