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

April 2026 (anticipated)

Typical awards for Horizon Europe CSA calls are €1–2 million per project; duration usually 2–3 years.

Supports human-centric research and innovation to drive sustainable and competitive transformation in European industry.

--- ## Description This funding opportunity, under the Horizon Europe programme and managed by the Directorate-General for Research and Innovation, aims to support coordination and support actions (CSA) that analyze the standardisation landscape in the industrial sector. The focus is on fostering human-centric approaches to research and innovation, encouraging the development and adoption of technologies, processes, and methodologies that improve competitiveness, sustainability, and resilience of European industry. Emphasis is placed on ensuring that industrial transformation is inclusive and prioritizes the well-being and involvement of people. --- ## Due Dates - Anticipated call opening: Early 2026 - Anticipated application deadline: April 2026 *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Typical grant size for Horizon Europe CSA (Coordination and Support Action) projects is €1–2 million per project. - Project duration usually ranges from 24 to 36 months. - Actual amounts and details will be confirmed in the official call when published. --- ## Eligibility - Open to legal entities (public or private) established in EU Member States or associated countries. - Proposals typically require a consortium of at least three independent entities from different eligible countries. - Research organizations, universities, industry partners, SMEs, non-profits, and public bodies are eligible to participate. - Specific eligibility and consortium requirements will be detailed in the official call text. --- ## Application Process - Applications are submitted electronically via the [EU Funding & Tenders Portal](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/topic-details/HORIZON-CL4-INDUSTRY-2025-01-HUMAN-61?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=6&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate). - Registration on the portal and obtaining a Participant Identification Code (PIC) is required. - Applicants should monitor the portal for the official call publication, guidance documents, and templates. - Proposals must address the expected outcomes and scope described in the call topic. --- ## Additional Information - This is a forecasted call; details such as exact dates, budget, and requirements will be finalized upon official publication. - The action supports the EU’s strategic objectives for digital, sustainable, and resilient industry, with a strong emphasis on standards and human-centric transformation. - Consortium-building and early partner search are recommended. --- ## External Links - [EU Funding & Tenders Portal — Topic Details](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/topic-details/HORIZON-CL4-INDUSTRY-2025-01-HUMAN-61?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=6&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate) - [European Commission — Horizon Europe](https://commission.europa.eu/research-and-innovation/funding/funding-opportunities/funding-programmes-and-open-calls/horizon-europe_en) - [How to participate in Horizon Europe](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/how-to-participate/how-to-participate/1) --- ## Contact Information | Contact Type | Details | |---------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------| | General Inquiries | [European Commission Contact Page](https://commission.europa.eu/about-european-commission/contact_en) | | Telephone | +32 2 299 11 11 | | Funding Portal Help | [Helpdesk & Support](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/support/helpdesks) |

Standardisation landscape analyses tool (CSA)

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