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

June 16, 2026 (Full application submission deadline)

€3,000,000–€4,500,000 per grant (up to 3 grants expected); 80% funding rate (lump sum)

Supports the evolution, sustainability, and strategic development of pan-European research infrastructures, focusing on ESFRI Landmarks and ERICs.

--- ## Description This funding opportunity from the European Commission targets the consolidation and strengthening of the EU research infrastructure landscape. It specifically supports the evolution, long-term sustainability, and adaptation of pan-European research infrastructures—namely ESFRI Landmarks and European Research Infrastructure Consortia (ERICs). The grant aims to address critical needs such as expanding membership, revising business and funding plans, enhancing staff skills, reinforcing nodes, extending remote/virtual access, and implementing FAIR data management. Projects are encouraged to align with EU strategies, foster innovation, collaborate with industry, and contribute to the sustainability and competitiveness of the European Research Area. --- ## Due Dates - June 16, 2026: Full application submission deadline (by 17:00 Brussels time) --- ## Funding Amount - Each grant is expected to be between €3,000,000 and €4,500,000 (lump sum). - Up to 3 grants will be awarded under this call. - The European Commission will fund up to 80% of eligible costs; applicants must secure the remaining 20%. --- ## Eligibility - Proposals must include at least one ESFRI Landmark (see [ESFRI Landmarks list](https://ri-portfolio.esfri.eu/)) or ERIC (see [ERIC landscape](https://research-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu/strategy/strategy-research-and-innovation/our-digital-future/european-research-infrastructures/eric/eric-landscape_en)) as a beneficiary. - The beneficiary and the relevant research infrastructure must be explicitly identified in the proposal. - For distributed ERICs, the ERIC itself must be the beneficiary. - Eligible countries are described in [Annex B of the Work Programme General Annexes](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/horizon/wp-call/2026-2027/wp-15-general-annexes_horizon-2026-2027_en.pdf); certain non-EU/non-Associated Countries may participate if they provide their own funding. - Financial and operational capacity requirements apply. --- ## Application Process - Single-stage submission process. - The submission system opens on March 10, 2026. - Applications must follow the page limits and layout described in Part B of the Application Form (available in the Submission System). - Proposals are evaluated based on standard Horizon Europe criteria: excellence, impact, and quality/efficiency of implementation. - Detailed instructions, templates, and guidance documents are available on the [EU Funding & Tenders Portal](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/topic-details/HORIZON-INFRA-2026-DEV-01-03?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=7&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate). - For more information, consult the [Horizon Europe Programme Guide](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/horizon/guidance/programme-guide_horizon_en.pdf) and [Online Manual](https://webgate.ec.europa.eu/funding-tenders-opportunities/display/OM/Online+Manual). --- ## Additional Information - Proposals should demonstrate complementarity and synergies with past or current EU grants, especially under Horizon Europe INFRADEV and INFRATECH. - Activities may include: membership enlargement, international cooperation, business plan revision, managerial/technical skill development, node strengthening, remote/virtual access extension, and impact assessment. - Special attention should be given to environmental sustainability, innovation, and integration into broader innovation ecosystems. - The funding model is a lump sum grant; see the [guidance on lump sums](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/horizon/guidance/ls-funding-what-do-i-need-to-know_he_en.pdf). --- ## External Links - [Call Details & Application Portal](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/topic-details/HORIZON-INFRA-2026-DEV-01-03?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=7&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate) - [ESFRI Landmarks List](https://ri-portfolio.esfri.eu/) - [ERIC Landscape](https://research-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu/strategy/strategy-research-and-innovation/our-digital-future/european-research-infrastructures/eric/eric-landscape_en) - [Horizon Europe Programme Guide](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/horizon/guidance/programme-guide_horizon_en.pdf) - [Online Manual](https://webgate.ec.europa.eu/funding-tenders-opportunities/display/OM/Online+Manual) --- ## Contact Information | Type | Details | |---------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | Funder Contact Page | [Contact the European Commission](https://commission.europa.eu/about-european-commission/contact_en) | | General Inquiries | [Research Enquiry Service](https://research-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu/contact-us/research-enquiry-service_en) | | National Contact | [National Contact Points](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/support/ncp) | | IT/Portal Help | [IT Helpdesk](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/support/helpdesks/contact-form) | | Phone (EC) | +32 2 299 11 11 |

Consolidation of the Research Infrastructure Landscape – European Commission

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