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

October 16, 2025 (single-stage)

€25,000,000 total for this topic; typical project duration and size vary by proposal

Supports R&D on chiplet technology for defence, focusing on EU-based scalable systems, hardware libraries, and supply chain resilience.

Proposal must address knowledge generation, integration, feasibility studies, and design; system prototyping and testing are not eligible activities.

--- ## Description This funding opportunity supports research and development projects advancing chiplet technology for defence applications. The focus is on creating and sharing a common hardware library of chiplet building blocks, integrating chiplets manufactured using different technologies (such as GaN, GaAs, Si) and functionalities (analogue, mixed-signal, digital), and designing at least one military application. The grant aims to strengthen the European Defence Technological and Industrial Base (EDTIB) by promoting scalable, flexible, and high-performance systems, reducing development and manufacturing costs, and enhancing supply chain resilience through EU-based manufacturing. Projects are expected to deliver thorough architectural analyses, feasibility studies, and designs that address cost efficiency (especially for low-volume production), power optimization, security features, and compliance with EU regulations. Proposals should demonstrate synergies with relevant ongoing EU initiatives in advanced packaging and semiconductors. --- ## Due Dates - Call opens: February 18, 2025 - Proposal deadline: October 16, 2025, 17:00 Brussels time --- ## Funding Amount - Total allocated budget for this topic: €25,000,000 - The European Commission typically funds several projects per topic; individual grant sizes and durations depend on the scope and ambition of the proposal. - Funding is provided as an actual cost grant under the EDF-RA (Research Actions) scheme. --- ## Eligibility - **Eligible applicants:** Entities established in EU Member States, with further details and specific conditions described in the [call document](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/edf/wp-call/2025/call-fiche_edf-2025-ra_en.pdf). - **Consortium requirements:** Proposals must usually involve consortia; consult the call document for minimum consortium composition. - **Eligible activities:** Mandatory coverage of: - Generating knowledge (e.g., state-of-the-art analysis, demonstration of chiplet advantages) - Integrating knowledge (e.g., defining electronic functions, risk/benefit analysis) - Feasibility studies (e.g., off-the-shelf vs. custom chiplets, supply chain analysis) - Design (e.g., technical specifications, risk reduction tests, evaluation) - **Not eligible:** System prototyping, testing, qualification, and certification activities are not funded under this call. --- ## Application Process - **Submission:** Proposals must be submitted electronically via the [EU Funding & Tenders Portal](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/topic-details/EDF-2025-RA-MATCOMP-CDA-STEP?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=15&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate). - **Format:** Follow the guidelines and page limits in the application form (see Part B in the Submission System). - **Required documents:** - Application form - Detailed budget table - Participant information - Infrastructure and resources lists - Ownership control and security declarations - **Evaluation:** Single-stage process; proposals are evaluated according to criteria specified in the call document. - **Timeline:** See the call document for indicative dates for evaluation and grant agreement. --- ## Additional Information - Proposals should address the use of EU-based manufacturing and supply chains, and demonstrate compliance with REACH and ROHS regulations. - Designs should optimize power consumption and be suitable for harsh operational environments. - Synergies with other EU projects and initiatives (e.g., Chips JU, European Chips Act) are encouraged and should be substantiated. - The call supports the STEP objectives in deep and digital technologies for defence. --- ## External Links - [Call Topic & Application Portal](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/topic-details/EDF-2025-RA-MATCOMP-CDA-STEP?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=15&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate) - [Call Document (PDF)](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/edf/wp-call/2025/call-fiche_edf-2025-ra_en.pdf) - [Standard Application Form (EDF)](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/edf/temp-form/af/af_edf_en.pdf) - [Detailed Budget Table Template](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/edf/temp-form/af/detailed-budget-table_edf-ra_en.xlsm) - [EDF Annual Work Programme](https://ec.europa.eu/defence-industry-space/eu-defence-industry/european-defence-fund-edf_en) - [Online Manual – EU Funding & Tenders Portal](https://webgate.ec.europa.eu/funding-tenders-opportunities/display/OM/Online+Manual) - [FAQ & Helpdesk](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/support/faq) --- ## Contact Information | Purpose | Contact Details | |------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | General call queries | DEFIS-EDF-PROPOSALS@ec.europa.eu | | IT helpdesk/support | [IT Helpdesk Contact Form](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/support/helpdesks/contact-form) | | European Commission | [Contact page](https://commission.europa.eu/about-european-commission/contact_en) | | Telephone | +32 2 299 11 11 |

Chiplet for Defence Application

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