The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) is pleased to invite all eligible researchers to submit a research proposal(s) under the Digital Society Research Grant (DSRG) and Digital Society Research Grant for Industry (DSRGX) programme.
A. PROPOSAL SUBMISSION PERIOD
The Call for Proposals (CFP) will be open for a period of one (1) month:
- Open: Friday, 14 August 2026; and
- Close: Monday, 14 September 2026, at 5:00 pm.
B. PURPOSE OF DSRG, DSRGX AND EXPANSION OF FOCUS AREA
The Digital Society Research Grant (DSRG) and Digital Society Research Grant for Industry (DSRGX) are designed to promote the availability of evidence-based research and data on topical issues relevant to MCMC stakeholders, including internal divisions, industry licensees and the four designated industry fora (CFM, MTSFB, Content Forum, Postal Forum). The grants aim to enhance understanding of the digital communications and services landscape within the communications and multimedia (C&M) industry.
C. FOCUS AREA
The DSRG and DSRGX support research across four (4) key focus areas, each addressing specific gap areas:
- Digital Citizenship & Cyberwellness (DCC) – safe, informed, and responsible digital participation.
- Digital Inclusion (DI) – bridging access gaps and empowering underserved groups.
- Future of Work (FW) – workforce transformations and skills for Industry 5.0.
- Sustainability & ESG (SESG) – environmental impact, ethical technology use, and governance practices.
D. DSRG AND DSRGX RESEARCH TITLES
For DSRG and DSRGX 2026, Cycle 2, a total of seven (7) guided research titles are listed below:
List of research related to Digital Citizenship and Cyberwellness (DCC)
- DCC-1: Navigating Audience Shifts in Malaysia's Television and Radio Landscape: Understanding Digital Migration and Re-Engagement Opportunities
- DCC-2: Advertising Disclosures in Malaysia's Digital Ecosystem: Consumer Awareness, Trust and Decision-Making
- DCC-3: Exploring the Behavioural Archetypes of Digital Piracy Among Adult Digital Content Consumers: A Study of Awareness, Motivations and Policy Implications
List of research related to Digital inclusion (DI)
- DI-1: Beyond Connectivity: Developing a Framework for Measuring Meaningful Connectivity Among Persons with Disabilities in Malaysia
- DI-2: Strengthening Communications Infrastructure Readiness in Government Facilities through JKR's Project Development Lifecycle
- DI-3: Assessing In‑Building Digital TV Signal Distribution Performance in Affordable High‑Rise Housing in Malaysia: A Case Study Involving MYTV’s DTT and MATV Distribution Systems
- DI-4: Evaluating Digital TV Signal Distribution Performance in Hotel MATV Systems in Malaysia: Case Insights Involving MYTV’s Digital Terrestrial Television (DTT) Service
For more details on the gap area, targeted research subjects, problem and context, and desired research aims and objectives, please refer to the
DSRG and DSRGX Application Guideline in the download link below.
E. CFP DOCUMENTS
Applicants are
strongly encouraged to refer to the Application Guideline before submitting the application. The Application Guideline and Proposal Submission Form may be downloaded here:
F. DSRG AND DSRGX INFORMATION SESSION
G. SUBMISSION AND ENQUIRIES
The completed Proposal Form and other supporting documents may be submitted via online at
https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/PQP0mqaFRu.
For any queries, kindly e-mail
[email protected] and mark “
DSRG/DSRGX 2026, CYCLE 2 QUERY” as the subject line of the email.
Alternatively, you may also refer to the FAQs
here. (Link to FAQ doc)
Contacts (office hours only): Mr. Zachary Malik at 03-8688 8263 / Ms. Atiqah Nabilah Mohd Salleh at 03-8688 7854 / Ms. Kasthuri Sri Tharan at 03-8688 8497
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