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

February 12, 2026

Total indicative budget: €150,121,740 (2026 call); individual project budgets vary; multi-year funding for consortia.

Supports integrated, high-quality international Master's programmes delivered by global university consortia, enhancing European higher education and student mobility.

--- ## Description This funding opportunity supports the development and delivery of Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters (EMJM) programmes—high-level, integrated transnational study courses at the Master’s level (ISCED 2011 level 7). These programmes are delivered by international consortia of higher education institutions (HEIs) from different countries, with the option to include other relevant partners. EMJMs are designed to foster deep integration and academic excellence among participating institutions, facilitate institutional academic cooperation, and attract talented students worldwide to Europe through EU-funded scholarships. The aim is to increase the attractiveness and excellence of European higher education globally, promote student and staff mobility, and contribute to the integration and internationalisation of the European Higher Education Area (EHEA). Projects should demonstrate a high degree of jointness in curriculum, management, and delivery. --- ## Due Dates - February 12, 2026: Full application submission deadline (17:00 Brussels time) --- ## Funding Amount - The total indicative budget for the 2026 call is €150,121,740. - Funding is provided as unit grants to consortia for the design and delivery of joint Master’s programmes and for scholarships to students. - Project duration and budget depend on the proposed programme, with multi-year funding typical. - Additional regional funds are available for scholarships targeting students from specific global regions. - See the [call document](https://erasmus-plus.ec.europa.eu/sites/default/files/2025-11/programme-guide-2026_en.pdf) for detailed breakdowns. --- ## Eligibility - **Who can apply:** International consortia of higher education institutions (HEIs) from at least three different countries, of which at least two must be EU Member States or third countries associated to the Programme. - **Consortium composition:** May include additional educational or non-educational partners with relevant expertise. - **Eligible countries:** See the [call document](https://erasmus-plus.ec.europa.eu/sites/default/files/2025-11/programme-guide-2026_en.pdf) for the full list. - **Eligible activities:** Joint curriculum development, programme delivery, student and staff mobility, and scholarships. - **Special focus:** Additional funding and priorities apply for students from targeted global regions, especially least developed countries. --- ## Application Process - **Submission:** Single-stage application, submitted electronically via the [EU Funding & Tenders Portal](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/topic-details/ERASMUS-EDU-2026-PEX-EMJM-MOB?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=13&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate). - **Opening date:** November 26, 2025 - **Deadline:** February 12, 2026, 17:00 Brussels time - **Application materials:** Use the [standard application form](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/erasmus/temp-form/af/af_erasmus-un-emjm_en.pdf) and follow instructions in the [call document](https://erasmus-plus.ec.europa.eu/sites/default/files/2025-11/programme-guide-2026_en.pdf). - **Evaluation:** Proposals evaluated on excellence, impact, and quality/efficiency of implementation. See evaluation criteria in the call document. - **Additional requirements:** A draft Partnership Agreement is expected at application stage. --- ## Additional Information - Projects must adhere to the Standards for Quality Assurance of Joint Programmes in the EHEA. - Scholarships must be distributed in a geographically balanced way, with priorities for certain regions and thematic domains. - Consortia may apply for both Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters and Erasmus Mundus Design Measures in the same year. - Detailed guidance is available in the [Erasmus+ Programme Guide](https://ec.europa.eu/programmes/erasmus-plus/about_en). --- ## External Links - [Call details and application portal](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/topic-details/ERASMUS-EDU-2026-PEX-EMJM-MOB?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=13&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate) - [Call document (2026)](https://erasmus-plus.ec.europa.eu/sites/default/files/2025-11/programme-guide-2026_en.pdf) - [Standard application form](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/erasmus/temp-form/af/af_erasmus-un-emjm_en.pdf) - [Erasmus+ Programme Guide](https://ec.europa.eu/programmes/erasmus-plus/about_en) - [FAQ for this call](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/support/faq?order=DESC&pageNumber=1&pageSize=10&sortBy=publicationDate&isExactMatch=true&type=1&grantCategories=p_submission_eval) --- ## Contact Information | Purpose | Contact Details | |------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | General enquiries | [Contact the European Commission](https://commission.europa.eu/about-european-commission/contact_en) | | Call-specific queries | [EACEA-EPLUS-ERASMUS-MUNDUS@ec.europa.eu](mailto:EACEA-EPLUS-ERASMUS-MUNDUS@ec.europa.eu) | | IT/technical support | [IT Helpdesk](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/support/helpdesks/contact-form) | | Phone (Commission HQ) | +32 2 299 11 11 |

Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters - European Commission

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