JWST Cycle 6 Call for Proposals
4 August 2026
The JWST Cycle 6 Call for Proposals is Out!
We are pleased to announce the Cycle 6 Call for Proposals for James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) General Observer (GO), Survey, and Archival Research (AR) programs. We anticipate allocating up to 7,700 hours in Cycle 6 divided proportionately among Very Small, Small, Medium, and Large/Treasury GO programs, depending on proposal pressure.
Proposals are due on September 30, 2026 by 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time. The APT submission portal will close promptly at the deadline.
For details, please consults the Call for Proposals:
Space Telescope Science Institute (STScI) will also be offering two JWebbinars covering several topics designed to support the community in preparing Cycle 6 proposals:
Tuesday, August 11th, 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM EDT: JWebbinar 51 - What’s New and Guidance for JWST Cycle 6 will cover updated policies, proposal preparation resources, and updates to APT and ETC relevant to Cycle 6. Link: https://www.stsci.edu/contents/events/jwst/2026/august/jwebbinar-51-what-s-new-guidance-for-jwst-cycle-6
Thursday, August 20th, 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM EDT: JWebbinar 52 - Developments in Instrument Modes and Capabilities for JWST Cycle 6 will provide an overview of the new features and enhancements offered in Cycle 6 for each of the four JWST instruments. Link: https://www.stsci.edu/contents/events/jwst/2026/august/jwebbinar-52-developments-in-instrument-modes-and-capabilities-for-jwst-cycle-6
Registration is not required for these JWebbinars. The sessions will be recorded and there will be ample time for questions. Please visit the respective event pages for details and instructions on how to join.
We look forward to supporting you for your Cycle 6 proposals!
Best regards,
Nathalie Ouellette, Canadian JWST Outreach Scientist
On behalf of the Canadian JWST Science Support Team
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