
Page limits defined in a FOA should be followed when different than those found in the Table of Page Limits. Applications that include PDF attachments that do not conform to the minimum requirements listed above may be withdrawn from consideration.Īdhere to the page limits defined in the Table of Page Limits or within the text of the funding opportunity announcement (FOA) or NIH Guide notice (including Notices of Special Interest). We recommended the following fonts, although other fonts (both serif and non-serif) are acceptable if they meet the above requirements.

Though not required, black or other high-contrast text colors are recommended since they print well and are legible to the largest audience.

It is important to confirm that the final PDF document complies with the font requirements. Some PDF conversion software reduces font size. Smaller text in figures, graphs, diagrams and charts is acceptable, as long as it is legible when the page is viewed at 100%.

We require PDF format to preserve document formatting and a consistent reading experience for reviewers and staff. Attachments are documents that are prepared outside the application using whatever editing software you desire (e.g., Microsoft Word), converted to PDF format and then added or uploaded to your application. This page provides guidance on attachments. You will find several kinds of fields in your application forms - check boxes, dates, data entry fields and attachments.
