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

March 31, 2026 (submission deadline, full application; single-stage; 17:00 Brussels time)

€15,000,000 total budget; individual project grants; duration and typical award size not specified.

Supports projects to enhance the resilience of critical entities and infrastructure across the EU, implementing new CER legislation.

--- ## Description This European Commission grant, under the Internal Security Fund (ISF), funds projects aimed at strengthening the resilience of critical entities in the European Union. The focus is on supporting the implementation of new legislation regarding Critical Entities Resilience (CER), with the goal of improving the ability of essential services and sectors to anticipate, withstand, respond to, and recover from a range of threats and disruptions. Projects should propose innovative and practical measures to enhance the protection and security of critical infrastructure and entities, thereby contributing to the overall security and resilience of the EU. --- ## Due Dates - March 31, 2026: Submission deadline (full application, single-stage call), 17:00 Brussels time --- ## Funding Amount - Total budget for the call: €15,000,000 - Funding is distributed as ISF Project Grants; the typical size and duration of individual awards are not specified in the summary materials. - The number of grants awarded is indicative and depends on the quality and scope of proposals received. --- ## Eligibility - Eligible countries: As described in section 6 of the [call document](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/isf/wp-call/2026-2027/call-fiche_isf-2026-tf2-ag-cer_en.pdf); generally, EU Member States and associated countries under the ISF. - Eligible applicants: Typically includes public bodies, research institutions, universities, private entities, and other organizations involved in critical infrastructure resilience, provided they fulfill the requirements set out in the call document. - Applicants must demonstrate financial and operational capacity, as outlined in section 7 of the call document. - Proposals must adhere to the admissibility and eligibility criteria, including page limits and formatting, as described in the call documentation. --- ## Application Process - The call follows a single-stage submission process. - Applications must be submitted electronically via the [EU Funding & Tenders Portal](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/topic-details/ISF-2026-TF2-AG-CER-STRENGTH?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=11&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate) by 17:00 Brussels time on the deadline. - Required documents and templates (including the application form and model grant agreements) are available on the call page: - [Call document](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/isf/wp-call/2026-2027/call-fiche_isf-2026-tf2-ag-cer_en.pdf) - [Standard application form](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/common/temp-form/af/af_amif-isf-bmvi_en.pdf) - [Model Grant Agreement](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/common/agr-contr/general-mga_amif-isf-bmvi_en.pdf) - Applicants should consult the [Online Manual](https://webgate.ec.europa.eu/funding-tenders-opportunities/display/OM/Online+Manual) for step-by-step guidance. --- ## Additional Information - The call supports the implementation of the CER Directive and aims to fund projects that deliver tangible improvements in the resilience of critical entities. - Only proposals meeting all eligibility and admissibility criteria will be evaluated. - Applicants are encouraged to seek partners if needed; a partner search tool is available via the portal. --- ## External Links - [Call details and submission portal](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/topic-details/ISF-2026-TF2-AG-CER-STRENGTH?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=11&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate) - [Call document (PDF)](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/isf/wp-call/2026-2027/call-fiche_isf-2026-tf2-ag-cer_en.pdf) - [Standard application form](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/common/temp-form/af/af_amif-isf-bmvi_en.pdf) - [Model Grant Agreement](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/common/agr-contr/general-mga_amif-isf-bmvi_en.pdf) - [Online Manual](https://webgate.ec.europa.eu/funding-tenders-opportunities/display/OM/Online+Manual) - [European Commission Funder Page](https://commission.europa.eu/index_en) --- ## Contact Information | Type | Details | |-----------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------| | General Contact | [Contact the European Commission](https://commission.europa.eu/about-european-commission/contact_en) | | ISF Call Email | HOME-ISF@ec.europa.eu | | Phone | +32 2 299 11 11 | | IT Helpdesk | [IT Helpdesk Contact Form](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/support/helpdesks/contact-form) |

Strengthening the CER framework - European Commission

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