[European Commission](https://commission.europa.eu/index_en)

March 10, 2026 (17:00 Brussels time)

€67,000,000 total for 2026 call; individual project lump sums vary by scope and partnership

Supports transnational cooperation between education, business, and venture capital to foster innovation and entrepreneurship in STEM, with a focus on student support and sectoral collaboration.

--- ## Description This funding opportunity aims to establish sectorial, transnational, and sustainable cooperation among higher education institutions, vocational education and training (VET) providers, and businesses in the STEM fields. The initiative is designed to foster innovative, multidisciplinary approaches to teaching and learning, connecting student entrepreneurs with business insights and tailored mentoring. It emphasizes the development of entrepreneurial mindsets, access to laboratories and technical infrastructure, support for intellectual property development, and guidance in developing master’s theses or business ideas. The program also facilitates access to venture capital in strategic sectors, promoting collaboration between education providers and entrepreneurial actors, potentially involving venture capital funds and supported by EIT Knowledge and Innovation Communities (KICs). --- ## Due Dates - March 10, 2026: Deadline for submitting applications (full application) — 17:00 Brussels time --- ## Funding Amount - Total budget for this topic in 2026: €67,000,000 (shared across related calls) - Grants are awarded as lump sums; the size of individual awards depends on project scope, partnership size, and proposed activities. - Refer to the [Erasmus+ Programme Guide 2026](https://erasmus-plus.ec.europa.eu/erasmus-programme-guide) for specifics on eligible costs and typical grant sizes. --- ## Eligibility - Open to consortia including higher education institutions, VET providers, and business companies. - Projects must be transnational, involving partners from eligible Erasmus+ countries (see the [Erasmus+ Programme Guide 2026](https://erasmus-plus.ec.europa.eu/erasmus-programme-guide) for full eligibility details). - Additional eligibility, financial, and operational capacity requirements are outlined in the Programme Guide. --- ## Application Process - Single-stage application via the [EU Funding & Tenders Portal](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/topic-details/ERASMUS-EDU-2026-PI-ALL-INNO-STEM?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=11&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate). - Proposals must follow the format and page limits described in the application form (Part B: max 120 pages). - Prepare your application using the [official template](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/erasmus/temp-form/af/af_erasmus-bb-lsii_en.pdf) and submit by the stated deadline. - Evaluation period: March–July 2026. Applicants notified by September 2026. Grant agreements signed between September and December 2026. --- ## Additional Information - Projects are expected to boost innovation through cooperation with labour market and entrepreneurial actors, and may involve venture capital funds and EIT KICs. - Full details, including award criteria and evaluation process, are available in the [Erasmus+ Programme Guide 2026](https://erasmus-plus.ec.europa.eu/erasmus-programme-guide). - Partner search and collaboration tools are available through the [EU Funding & Tenders Portal](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/topic-details/ERASMUS-EDU-2026-PI-ALL-INNO-STEM?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=11&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate). --- ## External Links - [EU Funding & Tenders Portal: Call Details](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/topic-details/ERASMUS-EDU-2026-PI-ALL-INNO-STEM?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=11&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate) - [Erasmus+ Programme Guide 2026](https://erasmus-plus.ec.europa.eu/erasmus-programme-guide) - [Application Form Template](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/erasmus/temp-form/af/af_erasmus-bb-lsii_en.pdf) - [Partner Search Tool](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/how-to-participate/partner-search) - [Contact the European Commission](https://commission.europa.eu/about-european-commission/contact_en) --- ## Contact Information | Purpose | Contact | |------------------------|-------------------------------------------------| | General call queries | EACEA-EPLUS-ALLIANCES@ec.europa.eu | | Technical support | [IT Helpdesk](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/support/helpdesks/contact-form) | | Funder general contact | +32 2 299 11 11 | | Funder info page | [European Commission](https://commission.europa.eu/index_en) |

Alliances for STEM Skills Foundries - European Commission

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