Funder: European Research Council

Due Dates: January 13, 2026 (ERC Consolidator Grant full application, 17:00 Brussels time)

Funding Amounts: Up to €2 million for 5 years; up to €1 million additional funding for specific costs (or €2 million for relocation from non-associated countries).

Summary: Supports promising mid-career researchers to consolidate scientific independence by establishing or strengthening a research team in Europe, in any field, based on scientific excellence.

Key Information: Applicants must have 7–12 years post-PhD and propose research at an EU or associated country host institution.