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

October 29, 2025: Full application submission deadline (single-stage) — 17:00 Brussels time

€1,000,000–€2,000,000 per grant | Total call budget: €22,000,000 | Project duration: typically 36 months

Supports coordination and networking among national HPC Competence Centres across Europe to enhance collaboration, training, and knowledge sharing in high performance computing.

--- ## Description This funding opportunity aims to coordinate and support the network of National Competence Centres (NCCs) for High Performance Computing (HPC) at the European level. The selected consortium will serve as a central hub for sharing applications, best practices, information, networking, and training among NCCs. The project will foster alignment and cooperation with other European initiatives, such as the EuroHPC Academy and the European Master for HPC, and will work under the guidance of the Coordinator of the Networking and Coordination of AI Factories project. Key activities include: - Establishing a communication platform for NCCs. - Promoting initiative objectives and organizing events and workshops relevant to NCCs. - Facilitating matchmaking, sharing of knowledge, and best practices across the NCC community. - Identifying and disseminating effective training solutions, services, and tools. - Leveraging synergies with other European digital and HPC training initiatives. The action is structured as a Coordination and Support Action (CSA) under the Digital Europe Programme (DIGITAL). --- ## Due Dates - October 29, 2025: Full application submission deadline (single-stage) — 17:00 Brussels time --- ## Funding Amount - **Total call budget:** €22,000,000 (2025) - **Typical grant size:** €1,000,000–€2,000,000 per project - **Indicative number of grants:** 1 - **Project duration:** typically 36 months --- ## Eligibility - **Eligible applicants:** Legal entities established in eligible countries as defined in the call document (primarily EU Member States and associated countries). - **Consortium requirements:** Proposals must be submitted by a consortium; single applicants are not eligible. - **Types of organizations:** Research institutions, higher education establishments, public bodies, non-profit organizations, and private companies may participate, provided they meet the Digital Europe Programme eligibility criteria. - **Other conditions:** Applicants must demonstrate financial and operational capacity and must not be subject to exclusion grounds under EU regulations. For full details, consult section 6 of the [call document](https://eurohpc-ju.europa.eu/document/5e4a8a2a-5a61-4041-8bee-007884ee04f7_en?destination=/node/1003). --- ## Application Process - **Submission:** Proposals must be prepared and submitted electronically via the [EU Funding & Tenders Portal](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/topic-details/DIGITAL-JU-EUROHPC-2025-NCC-01-02?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=4&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate). - **Format:** The application consists of two parts: administrative forms (Part A) and a technical description (Part B, max 70 pages). - **Evaluation:** Proposals are evaluated in a single stage based on excellence, impact, and quality/efficiency of implementation. - **Timeline:** See section 4 of the [call document](https://eurohpc-ju.europa.eu/document/5e4a8a2a-5a61-4041-8bee-007884ee04f7_en?destination=/node/1003) for indicative dates for evaluation and grant agreement preparation. - **Templates and guidance:** Application form templates and the Model Grant Agreement are available on the call page. --- ## Additional Information - **Funding rate:** Up to 100% of eligible costs for Coordination and Support Actions. - **Indirect costs:** Flat rate of 7% of eligible direct costs. - **Page limits and formatting:** Strictly enforced; see application form guidelines. - **Double funding:** Not permitted unless under specific EU Synergy actions. - **Ethics and security:** Applicants must address any relevant ethics and security issues as outlined in the application templates. --- ## External Links - [Call topic page & submission portal](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/topic-details/DIGITAL-JU-EUROHPC-2025-NCC-01-02?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=4&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate) - [Call document (PDF)](https://eurohpc-ju.europa.eu/document/5e4a8a2a-5a61-4041-8bee-007884ee04f7_en?destination=/node/1003) - [Application form template (PDF)](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/digital/temp-form/af/af_dep_en.pdf) - [Model Grant Agreement (PDF)](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/digital/agr-contr/mga_dep_en.pdf) - [Q&A for the call (PDF)](https://eurohpc-ju.europa.eu/document/f764f0d5-6f18-412e-abee-5e7c184f8834_en) - [Digital Europe Programme overview](https://digital-strategy.ec.europa.eu/en/activities/work-programmes-digital) --- ## Contact Information | Purpose | Details | |------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | General call queries | ri@eurohpc-ju.europa.eu | | Funder contact | [Contact the European Commission](https://commission.europa.eu/about-european-commission/contact_en) | | IT/helpdesk | [EU Funding & Tenders Portal IT Helpdesk](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/support/helpdesks/contact-form) | ---

Networking and coordination of national HPC Competence Centres

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