How does an individual receive loan repayments beyond the initial applicable contract period?

An individual may apply for a competitive extension contract for at least a one-year period if the individual is engaged in qualifying research and satisfies the eligibility requirements specified under §§ 68.3 and 68.4 for the extension period and has remaining repayable debt as established by the NIH Director. [88 FR 4739, Jan. 25, 2023]